Oh my gosh – August! It’s back-to-school, end of summer craziness. To maximize any family time that you have this month, here are recommendations of family fun activities. We even noted one event just for the grown-ups.*
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 
Arkansas Public Theatre (APT) will present Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Doors and Concessions open at 7 p.m.
Date: August 2-5, 9-12
Time: Curtain time Thursday thru Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m
Location: Victory Theater, Rogers, AR
More info: Click here
First Friday Flix
First Friday doesn’t get better than this. Cars 3, a free, family- friendly movie will be aired. Be sure to bring your popcorn and fold-able chair.
Date: Friday, August 3
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Location: Lawrence Plaza
More info: Click here
Friday Morning Movies for Kids: Early Man
Join in a free showing of Early Man. Bring your own popcorn.
Date: Friday, August 3
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Fayetteville Public Library, Walker Room
More info: Click here
Fluid Art Class and Brunch for Moms-Back to School Soiree
Come and join in for a fun-filled event geared toward giving our NWA moms a relaxing and creative outlet before gearing up for the zaniness of those back to school schedules. This event will kick-off with a homemade brunch, including our bloody Mary & mimosa bar. From there we will put our aprons on and jump into a fluid art class. The session is $45.00 per person and includes the brunch, a 16×20 canvas and all supplies needed to create your own masterpiece.
Date: Saturday, August 4
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Rogers Experimental House
More info: Click here or to reserve your spot email ditzysdoodles1@gmail.com
Super Saturday: Institute of Jugglology
The Institute of Jugglology was created to destroy the myth that what goes up must come down. So far they have failed miserably, but they are stubborn, and not likely to let gravity have the last word. Come rebel against gravity with the Institute of Jugglology.
Date: Saturday, August 4
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Fayetteville Public Library
More info: Click here
Terrific Tuesday Nights
From June through August, the botanical garden will be open to the public from 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesdays. Guests are invited to make a suggested donation of $5 to the garden. This family-friendly series will allow the Northwest Arkansas community and beyond to experience the garden on beautiful summer evenings.
Date: Tuesdays, August 7; August 14; August 21; August 28
Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks
More info: Click here
Gulley Park Concert Series 
Join in for some great outdoor music, Fett’s Folly, and food vendors. Free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Food vendors are there or you could also bring your own picnic.
Date: Thursday, August 9
Time: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Gulley Park
More info: Click here
Movie Night: Hook
When Captain Hook kidnaps his children, an adult Peter Pan must return to Neverland and reclaim his youthful spirit in order to challenge his old enemy. PG, 2hr 22min
Date: Friday, August 10
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Location: Downtown Rogers Farmer’s Market
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Friday Morning Movies for Kids: Mary Poppins
Join in a free showing of Mary Poppins. Bring your own popcorn.
Date: Friday, August 10
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Fayetteville Public Library, Walker Room
More info: Click here
Music in Murphy 
All concerts are family and pet friendly. Music will begin around 7:30 and go to around 9:30. AUGUST 10: Wattsit2ya. Wattsit2ya has been performing in Northwest Arkansas for over twenty years, playing their brand of “party rock and roll” in many of the hottest venues in the area. They also cover everything from blues to good two-steppin’ country.
Date: Friday, August 10
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Murphy Park, Springdale
More info: Click here
Dive-In Movie: Moana
Join in for another Dive-In Movie. Showtime starts at 6:00 pm. Moana, $3 (free for members)
Date: Friday, August 10
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Jones Center
More info: Click here
Super Saturday: Philharmagic
Magician Steve Crawford demonstrates how magic affects our mood by transforming into different characters to changes in music.
Date: Saturday, August 11
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Fayetteville Public Library
More info: Click here
Funday Sunday: Free Skate 
Enjoy a complimentary afternoon of ice skating as part of the Funday Sunday series. Free public ice rink access.
Date: Sunday, August 12
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Jones Center
More info: Click here
Tri Cycle Farms’ 7th Birthday Celebration
All are invited to Tri Cycle Farms’ 7th Birthday Celebration Open House August 11 from 9 until noon. Learn about programs and upcoming events. Enjoy refreshments, a garden tour and community at this free, family-friendly event. For more, visit tricyclefarms.org
Date: Aug. 11
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: Tri Cycle Farms
More info: Click here or call 479-935-9357.
Bark in the Ballpark
HOPE Humane Society is partnering with your NWA Naturals for Bark in the Ballpark. Arvest Ballpark has invited everyone to bring their best furry friends for an afternoon of baseball. All Dogs get in free with a paid owner.
Date: Sunday, August 12
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Arvest Ballpark
More info: Click here
Rock and Splash
Come enjoy dancing in the fountains at Lawrence Plaza while they feature live music. Performance: Jesse Dean Co.
Date: Thursday, August 16
Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Splash Park at Lawrence Plaza, Bentonville
More info: Click here
Dine-In & Splash Pad Free Summer Movie Series
Join Springdale Parks and Recreation at the free summer movie series at the splash pad at C.L. “Charlie” & Willie George Park and at the Springdale Aquatic Center! Free to the community, gates at the Aquatic Center will open at 7:30. Movies begin at dusk. Please bring chairs to the movies at the splash pad. Finding Nemo
Date: Friday, August 17
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: The Springdale Aquatic Center
More info: Click here
Super Saturday: Artsy Crafty 
Get creative. Families can drop in anytime between 10:30am and noon at the Children’s library to enjoy a wide array of fun self-guided craft projects. Volunteers will be available for assistance. This event is free and no registration is required. Art projects are geared toward preschool-age children and older.
Date: Saturday, August 18
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Fayetteville Public Library
More info: Click here
A Cool Summer Homecoming*
Join in for an evening of dinner, dancing and silent auction.
Date: Saturday, August 18
Time: 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Location: Fayetteville Town Center
More info: Click here
BGO Free Summer Concert Series
There’s nothing better than summer nights in the garden, enjoying these unique open-air performances. AUGUST 21 – National Park Radio, an all-acoustic band playing Americana, folk and bluegrass. This Arkansas-based group is heading out on tour this summer!
Date: Tuesday, August 21
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
More info: Click here
Washington County Fair 
The largest county Fair in Arkansas returns to Fayetteville, AR with new dates, August 21-25. A new and exciting Midway, great food, petting zoo, American Lumberjack Show, 4-Wheeler rodeo, LJ Jenkins Bull Riding tour, exhibits, and animals. Admission is $5 ages 6 and up, parking is free. Daily armbands are $25, Friday and Saturday night, armbands are $20.
Date: Tuesday, August 21 – Saturday, August 25
Time: Varies by Day
Location: Washington County Fairgrounds
More info: Click here
Fayetteville Roots Festival
Fayetteville Roots Festival is a five-day, intimate, urban music and food festival. The festival features over 10 music stages and multiple culinary stages and events.
Date: August 22 – 26
Time: Various
Location: See Schedule
More info: Click here
Mom & Me Fluid Art Class 
This class is for Mom’s and Kids of ALL ages (including grown children). Enjoy a relaxing afternoon creating some beautiful abstract art on 11X14 inch canvases The cost of the session is $35.00 per person and all supplies are included.
Date: Saturday, August 25
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Rogers Experimental House
More info: Click here
Dickson Street Slide 4
It is going to be bigger and better than ever. This is a family oriented day long event located in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Date: Sunday, August 26
Time: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: Dickson Street
More info: Click here
School of Rock Presents Summer End of Season Show
Join in for our Summer finale as the Performance and Rock 101 students perform their season programs. Kids Under 5 = Free. Full Restaurant & Bar available
Date: Sunday, August 26
Time: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: JJ’s on Dickson Street
More info: Click here
34th Annual Frisco Festival 
Get ready for the 34th Annual Frisco Festival. There will be live music on both Friday & Saturday, an expanded kid zone that will include magicians, street performers and games. Southern BMX Stunt Show will be performing on Saturday.
Date: August 31 – September 1
Time: Varies
Location: See schedule
More info: Click here
