Family events in Bentonville, AR

New Parent Breakfast at Hellstern Middle School offers a relaxed morning for families new to Hellstern to get acquainted. Attendees can meet the PTO board, talk with Principal Johnson, and explore how to participate throughout the year. The conversation will cover what the PTO does and how to join, parent volunteer opportunities, and the clubs and groups available to students. Coffee and light breakfast items will be available, with friendly faces ready to answer questions and help families connect.

A casual swim gathering for homeschoolers provides an easy way to connect by the pool. A pavilion area has been set aside to make it simple to find the group and say hello. Admission is $5, payable at the door.

Crystal Bridges presents Second Saturday: Book It!, a day devoted to celebrating cultural and artistic pillars with a literary focus. In the Commons, the Library and Archives team offers an engaging look at archival materials and rare books. Later, local bookstore Two Friends Books leads a gallery talk linking works from the permanent collection with titles from their shelves. Admission is free and tickets are not required, and visitors are welcome to drop in at any point during the day. Other Second Saturday events are also available.

Funday Sunday at Jones Center offers free community fun with access to indoor pools and the ice rink, rotating between complimentary swimming and ice skating, and sometimes both. For this edition, the lineup features free swimming. Admission is free for all, and the schedule is subject to change.

Enjoy free live music at The Momentary’s RØDE House as part of the On the House Wednesday series. This week features Gavin Sumrall and the Band. The event is open to all ages, with a 21+ requirement for anyone purchasing or consuming alcohol. The Momentary Food Truck will also be on site serving meals and snacks.

All are welcome to pick up free food from pantry shelves set up in the Grace Chapel sanctuary. A brief bit of paperwork is required, and volunteers are available to assist throughout the visit. Children can spend time in the Neighborhood Kids area, where they can play and choose items from kid-sized shelves while parents or guardians shop. This effort is supported by dedicated volunteers and community partners, including Northwest Arkansas Food Bank, Central UMC, First UMC, and Bland Chapel Methodist of Rogers, Arkansas.

Settle in on the Bentonville Square for a free and family friendly screening of The Lorax beneath the night sky. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for comfortable seating, and enjoy complimentary refreshments provided by sponsors including Cadillac of Bentonville, Arbor Vitae Chiropractic, Catalina Crunch, MadeGood, Product Connections, Bazooka Brands, and Roxberry. This installment is part of Movie Nights on the Square, a series that also features films like Zootopia 2, National Treasure, Ratatouille, and Back to the Future.

Thursday nights at RPL are dedicated to teens ages 13 to 18, with games, movies, and more to enjoy. Check the event for updates.

Blessings To Go offers a drive-up food outreach in the parking lot of Grace Chapel UMC. Complimentary boxes of groceries are offered without any eligibility requirements.

Pickin on the Square gathers acoustic musicians and neighbors at Bentonville Square for a relaxed community jam and listening experience. Participants of any skill level can bring an acoustic instrument to play together, while others are welcome to bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music. Admission is free, and all ages are invited. The event is community-led and supported by Downtown Bentonville Incorporated.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening of live hip-hop and R&B at Courtyard Sessions, featuring DJ D. Sewell and SpidaCrazy8, plus Ace Mac on drums. The night includes a special DJ set, live performances, and crowd-favorite moments. Free merch giveaways are expected, and The Momentary Food Truck will be on site serving meals and snacks. The event is free with no tickets required, weather permitting.