The Friday 5: Fun things to do in Northwest Arkansas this weekend!

It’s craft fair time in Northwest Arkansas! Click here for a list of the best shows in NWA happening this weekend.

1.War Eagle craft fair, Oct. 13-16, Thursday-Sunday.

Each fall we join with our neighbors to put on the best craft fair in the country right here in the beautiful War Eagle Valley. Revel in the sights, sounds and aromas of the Ozark’s while enjoying handcrafted work from national artisans.

Click here for more info about War Eagle’s event.

2. A Victorian Funeral, Rogers Historical Museum, Friday and Saturday. Learn Victorian funerary customs through this unique opportunity to take a tour of the historic Hawkins House as a funeral is underway then walk with the widow to her husband’s gravesite. Refreshments will be served after the funeral in the museum’s garden.

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3. Moonlight Movie Night, Back to the Future, Friday night {Free}

It’s a COSTUME CONTEST! This is the final Moonlight movie night on October 14 and you’re invited to show up dressed as your best Marty McFly or any other “Back to the Future” characters. There will be some some extra sweet prizes for the best and most creative costumes!

Starts at 8:30 p.m., downtown Springdale.

Click here for more info in case of rain, where to park, etc.

4. Bentonville Art Around Town, Friday and Saturday. The Merchants of Bentonville are proud to bring back a city tradition of hosting pop-up shops of area artists and craftspeople. The Fall 2016 event is being held during the annual Northwest Arkansas Craft Fair Weekend of October 14 and 15. Come shop our local merchants and artisans in the comfort of our restaurants, cafes and businesses.

The event is Oct. 14-15 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Click here for more info!

5. This weekend is the HeART Fair, a yearly tradition in downtown Rogers, Friday and Saturday.

The second annual downtown heART of Rogers Craft Fair features unique, local artists inside your favorite shops. Come join the fun with live demonstrations by painters, potters, crafters and more!

Click here for more info!