Friday 5: Fun things to do with your family in Northwest Arkansas this weekend

It’s starting to get warm out there and the summer stretches out before you – what to do with the family that can be fun for everyone? We have some ideas for you. Need more? Check out the Summer 2018: Where to swim, splash, and stay cool in Northwest Arkansas or Northwest Arkansas Calendar of Events: June 2018.

Pioneer Craft Camp

Kids ages 8-12 are invited to experience pioneer life through hands-on pioneer “craft” activities. This camp will focus on the skills common to the Ozark Frontier, such as fire-building, dutch oven outdoor cooking, and well as basic craft techniques, such as weaving, tin stamping, and candle dipping. Pre-registration is required.

Date: Friday, June 8

Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location: Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, Hindman Hall Museum

More information, or to sign-up, please call (479) 846-2990.

2nd Annual Obstacle Runaround 2018 

The Obstacle Runaround is an obstacle race for kids ages 5-12. Kids will navigate through various obstacles including a mud run, slip n’ slide, tire run, balance beam walk, and many more. This event will take place at the south park located on The Jones Center campus. Each child who completes the challenge will receive an official Great Obstacle Runaround sweatband.

Date: Saturday, June 9

Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Location: Jones Center

More info (and to register): Click here

Incredibles 2: Sweet Dreams, Jack-Jack Storytime

The Incredibles are back navigating the heroics of everyday life when a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot that only The Incredibles can overcome together. Activities to follow.

Date: Saturday, June 9

Time: 11 a.m.

Location: Barnes & Noble, Rogers

More info: Click here

Movie Night at the Park 

This is hosted by the Pea Ridge Park Commission, playing Nut Job 2.

Date: Saturday, June 9

Time: Time may vary, the movie will start around dark

Location: 2412 Hayden Road City Park

More info: Click here

Nutrition 4 the Win (Kid’s Class)

Bring out the kids for a fun afternoon of education and activities based around nutrition! Discover how the food you eat feeds your muscles, heart, bones and brain. Build a better plate with tasty treats and fun activities. Parents/caregivers — please stay and play. Encouraged for kids ages 4-12. Cost: FREE for garden members; $10 for non-members.

Date: Sunday, June 10

Time: 1 p.m.

Location: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks

More info: Click here