Aug 28, 2026 - Things to Do

Your weekend plans: Food fests, county fair

Alex Golden

Illustration of a thinking emoji rubbing its chin with a slice of pizza, a beer, a bike, a coffee, a book and other things to do swirling around its head. — Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios

NWA has you covered this weekend.

🇵🇭 Barrio Fiesta — This Filipino food festival also includes music and dance. 3-7pm Saturday at Shiloh Square in downtown Springdale.

🎡 Washington County Fair — The annual event is back with a carnival, fair food and livestock at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Fayetteville. Open 10am-10pm today and tomorrow. Tickets are $5 cash or $7.50 with a card at the gate.

🌶️ Ozark Flame and Flavor Festival — This festival features hot sauce sampling, live music and kids' activities from 3:30-10:30pm Saturday at The Record in downtown Bentonville. Get tickets for $15. Kids 12 and under get in free.

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Your weekend plans: Food fests, county fair

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