June is Pride Month, a time set aside to honor one of the most famous events in the queer liberation movement, the 1969 Stonewall Uprising. This historic event was a turning point in LGBTQ+ political activism, leading to America’s first gay pride parade on the one-year anniversary of the Uprising…
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February is Black History Month—a time to honor and celebrate the profound contributions of Black Americans to our nation's story. This year marks a historic milestone: A Century of Black History Commemorations. It's been 100 years since Carter G. Woodson first established this celebration in 1926…
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Welcome to Biketober and the Big Sugar Classic—Bentonville’s biggest cycling celebration! Each October, Bentonville transforms into a global hub for riders as the Big Sugar Classic takes center stage. This isn’t just a race—it’s a week-long experience filled with epic gravel events, scenic group…
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a distinct time to celebrate and recognize the culture, traditions, history, and contributions of people in the United States of AAPI heritage. This commemoration began in 1978 when Congress passed a resolution to pay tribute to…
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This Black History Month, Visit Bentonville joins Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in paying tribute to the generations of African American art and artists that have helped shape the visual culture of the United States and the world. This month we celebrate the diversity of art in our…
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