Spring is the perfect time to experience everything Bentonville has to offer, from outdoor adventures to live entertainment. This month, catch live music, explore new gallery openings, cheer on runners at the Bentonville Half Marathon, or pick up a paddle for pickleball lessons. With endless ways to enjoy the season, This Month in Bentonville is your go-to guide for the best events and activities happening right now.

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Knittin' with Kittens Apr 30
  • Recurring weekly on Wednesday

Join us every Wednesday morning and bring your knitting or crocheting supplies to knit (or crochet) with kitties in the Musette Cat Enrichment Center! Take your morning or lunch hour to grab a coffee and snack at Third Space Cafe and relax inside the cat room or out on our catio…

Weekend Warm Up May 02
  • Recurring weekly on Friday

Sociable, gravel or mountain bike ride with an occasional Greenway ride This is our weekly Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce group ride. Each week will be different rotating from mountain bike gravel in an occasional Greenway ride. We will announce by Wednesday each…

Meet & Match Weekends May 03
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday

Visit the Best Friends Pet Resource Center on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 3 pm for Meet & Match Weekends! Each weekend, Best Friends invites shelters and rescues from around NW Arkansas to bring some of the pets in their care to the center to meet potential adopters…

Pet & Play Sundays May 04
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday

Drop by the Best Friends Pet Resource Center every Sunday for some fun family-friendly craft activities! Each weekend, we will offer a different pet-themed craft for you to enjoy. And of course, plenty of adoptable dogs and cats to visit! This is a free event and all supplies…

Try Archery May 10

Interested in trying archery but unsure where to start? Our Try Archery program is the perfect way to dive into this exciting sport! Whether you’re completely new to archery or just curious about learning, this program is designed to give you a fun and informative introduction to…

Beaver Tales with Bentonville Public Library May 23

Books, songs, movement activities, and more – All ages welcome! Join Bentonville Public Library librarians and Osage Park staff as they weave traditional story time fun with exciting tales about our unique wetland park. FREE This program is designed to accommodate a range…

Coffee with the Site Manager May 31

Join us for a relaxed and engaging conversation over coffee with the site managers At Osage Park—free of charge! This is a great opportunity to learn about the park’s unique wetland ecosystem, hear behind-the-scenes stories, and ask any questions about conservation efforts…

USA Archery Pin Shoots at The Quiver May 31

On the last Saturday of each month, Club Members have the chance to earn their USA Archery JOAD or Adult Achievement Pins, provided they are members of both USA Archery & The Quiver. This is a great opportunity for archers of all ages to track their progress and earn…

 

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We’re happy to help you with any additional information needed during your stay in Bentonville. Our Visitor’s Center is open from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and from 9 am to 3 pm on Saturdays. Stop by and see us at 406 SE 5th Street, Suite 6.

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