Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville will open Ralph 'Buddy' Hayes Park on Wednesday, June 17 at 4 p.m. at 235 E.

Rock St. across from the Yvonne Richardson Community Center to honor a local music and community leader.

The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal will honor 10 outstanding local women with the 2026 Women in Business Awards today at 5:30 p.m. at The Apollo on Emma in downtown Springdale.

The honorees were nominated by readers and chosen for leadership, community involvement, and business success.

Experience Fayetteville released its first public marketing and sales plan Monday evening after the Advertising and Promotion Commission meeting, outlining five imperatives to boost tourism + support local businesses and increase transparency in tourism investments.

Experience Fayetteville released its first public marketing and sales plan Monday to promote the city and support local businesses — the plan aims to boost tourism and community events.

The Smokehouse Players Benefit Performance of On Golden Pond

1-2:30 p.m. — Ozark Mountain Smokehouse — Donations accepted — Enjoy a heartfelt performance exploring love and forgiveness in later years.

Bats and Bluegrass Festival

5-9 p.m. — Illinois River Watershed Partnership — Free admission — Experience the magical emergence of gray bats alongside live bluegrass music in a unique Ozark celebration.

Pirates of Dinosaur Island!

12-2 p.m. — Gear Gaming - Fayetteville — Bring your water bottle — Adventure awaits with pirates and dinosaurs on a tropical island!

Summer Art Workshop: Drop-In Artsy Craftsy

1-3 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Create your own masterpiece with provided art supplies in a fun drop-in session.

Bob Dylan Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live in concert.

I LOVE R&B Party

8-11 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — From $22.29 — Experience the ultimate celebration of R&B with throwbacks, dance floors, and good vibes.

Rock 101 Camp

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — School of Rock — Tuition required — A fun-filled week of music exploration for budding rockstars aged 8-11.

Bryan Bielanski Live

7-11 p.m. — Prairie Street Live! — Entry fee unknown — Enjoy the captivating sounds of singer-songwriter Bryan Bielanski as he delivers a blend of rock and folk music.