Good morning, Fayetteville.

Ride Your Damn Bike Fest returns this Memorial Day weekend with local rides, vendor booths, and community fun — cyclists and families are invited to join the celebration of cycling culture.

On Wednesday, the 2026 Education Scorecard report showed Arkansas math scores improved by about 0.14 grade-level equivalents since 2022, with Fayetteville among districts on the rise.

The study from leading universities follows Governor Huckabee Sanders' LEARNS Act that aims to boost student success.

A recently expanded Medicaid program now covers doulas, offering mothers personalized support during pregnancy and postpartum care to improve health outcomes in our community.

Certified doula Sondra Rodocker (founder of Arkansas Doulas) said the initiative gives low-income families better access to essential birth support.

Arkansas' softball team claimed a 9-1 run-rule win over South Florida at the NCAA Fayetteville Regional on Saturday, May 16.

Pitchers Robyn Herron and Saylor Timmerman limited the Bulls to one run amid strong early offense, and Coach Courtney Deifel praised the team's collective effort — noting each player's key role.

The Razorbacks beat Fordham 8 to 0 on Friday and moved into the winners bracket of the Fayetteville Regional, where they will face South Florida.

First pitch is set for 1 p.m. today at Bogle Park on ESPN+.

The Razorbacks men's track and field team won its sixth SEC Outdoor Championships title Saturday at Hutsel-Rosen Track in Auburn (tying for the most overall wins) with 110.5 points, edging Alabama and Florida with strong performances.

Chefs in the Garden

5:00–8:30 p.m. — Botanical Garden of the Ozarks — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful evening of culinary creativity amid beautiful garden scenery.

Coheed and Cambria Concert

10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — $70/ea — Experience a day filled with music from the iconic band Coheed and Cambria.

Bingo Loco Music Trivia Night

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — 21+ event — Experience a high-energy, interactive bingo night filled with music trivia, dance-offs, and exciting prizes.

Emmanuel Cortes Live

7-10 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets start at $93 — Emmanuel Cortes promises an unforgettable live performance in Fayetteville.

Irish Session

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville / Fayetteville Roots — Free entry — A lively gathering of musicians where Irish tunes and songs are played in harmony.

Summer Reading Kickoff!

9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with fun activities, food, and performances for all ages.

Big K.R.I.T. Album Release Event

10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Cost info unavailable — Celebrate the release of Big K.R.I.T.'s new album '4eva Is A Mighty Long Time'.

Nike Volleyball Camp at University of Arkansas

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — University Recreation + Wellness — $455 — A girls volleyball camp for ages 10-14 focusing on skill development and leadership.

AdventureCon 2026: Board Game and Tabletop Convention

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Rogers Convention Center — $10 – $85 — A family-friendly gathering filled with over 300 games for board game enthusiasts of all ages.