Dec 12, 2025 - Things to Do

Your weekend plans: Holiday cheer

Alex Golden

Illustration of the elf on the shelf reading its cell phone. — Illustration: Maura Losch/Axios

Let's make it a merry weekend, NWA.

🎅 Fayetteville Festivus — Check out kids' activities, music and food at this festive event at the downtown Fayetteville square tonight.

🧸 Benton County Christmas Toy Run — Pig Trail Harley-Davidson in Rogers is hosting rides with Santa Claus for those who donate $5 to the NWA Children's Shelter. Registration begins at 10am Saturday.

🛍️ Holiday markets and shopping — Check out Sip and Shop today in Siloam Springs, a market today in downtown Springdale, markets on Saturday at the downtown Fayetteville square, a pop-up on Saturday in Bentonville and a holiday art market at Fenix Arts in Fayetteville all weekend.

Check out parades and other events happening this weekend

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Your weekend plans: Holiday cheer

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