This weekend in Rogers, AR

The Rise Challenge, presented by Niagara, unfolds at The Rise at Coler, a stair climb of 185 steps that equals 11 flights at the preserve. Participants aim to complete as many laps as possible within one hour, with an up-and-down counting as a single lap. Compete individually or enter the Team Relay, where teams of 2 to 3 people rotate laps for the full hour to reach the highest total. Female and male divisions are available. All participants receive a t-shirt and a Junk headband, and shirt sizes are selected during registration. No onsite registration is available.

Set on the Bentonville Square, this long-standing farmers market highlights the best from local growers and makers, including seasonal produce, fruits, vegetables, and other goods. It offers a welcoming setting to support small businesses and meet the farmers and artisans behind the products. Arvest Bank is the presenting sponsor.

Get ready for the next Second Saturday parking lot sale. This is a one-day event.

Explore Vera’s Victorian Garden with a free, one-hour public tour presented by the Benton County Master Gardeners. Offered monthly from June through October, this rain-or-shine program highlights seasonal blooms in the museum’s Ozark heritage garden, with a different focus each month. Knowledgeable guides share insights into the plants and flowers while tracing the story of the garden on the south lawn of the museum’s Hawkins House in historic downtown Rogers. Established in 1989 to honor Vera Key, the museum’s co-founder and first Museum Commission chair, the garden was transformed in 2022 through a collaboration with the Benton County Master Gardeners and the City of Rogers Parks Department into an Ozark Victorian flower garden that complements the 1895 historic house. Renamed Vera’s Victorian Garden in 2024, it received the 2024 Arkansas Master Gardener Project of the Year Award. No reservations are required.

Trade It Forward Charity Card Show is presented as the organizers’ biggest edition yet, bringing together collectors, players, families, and local vendors for an all-day mix of trading, tournaments, and friendly community spirit. Whether interests run to Pokémon, Magic, Riftbound, or sports cards, attendees can browse, trade, and connect with fellow enthusiasts, and those simply curious are welcome to explore as well. The event centers on supporting neighbors in need, with each admission, vendor participation, and sponsorship helping local families and children facing food insecurity in Northwest Arkansas. It blends a vibrant hobby gathering with a mission that makes a meaningful difference close to home.

Instructor Bill Dunning leads a beginner Spanish course designed for adult learners. Sessions are held on Saturdays at the Rogers Public Library. Registration is required.

At Crystal Bridges, Second Saturday: Book It! celebrates the connection between literature and art. The Library and Archives staff will be in the Commons with selections from the archives and rare volumes to explore, and Two Friends Books will lead a book-centered gallery conversation that links works in the collection with titles from their bookstore. This program is free with no tickets needed, and visitors can drop in at any time during the day. Additional Second Saturday offerings are available.

Lionlamb Music Festival brings the Christian community together through worship and the arts, promoting unity and honoring the name of Jesus through faith-centered performances and creative expression. Admission is free.

Crooked Path Revival brings a mix of country roots, the drive of rock, and the soulfulness of the blues to JJ's Grill Bella Vista. Expect an upbeat atmosphere and plenty of positive energy.

A lively community market at Sugar Creek Shopping Center brings together area growers, food producers, and makers from across Northwest Arkansas. Browse just-picked fruits and vegetables, local honey, meats, and other farm goods, along with fresh-baked pastries, specialty foods, and handmade gifts. Seasonal flowers and plants brighten the scene, and the experience can include chef demonstrations, educational activities, and family-friendly entertainment. The Bella Vista Farmers & Makers Market offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere and an easy way to support local businesses while enjoying time outdoors, whether you are from Bella Vista, visiting Bentonville, or exploring the region.

Get ready for the Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas Blues Challenge 2026, a blues-focused competition event taking place at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville. The festival runs on August 9, 2026.

A free community afternoon for families and neighbors features access to indoor pools and an ice rink. Activities rotate between complimentary swimming or ice skating, and sometimes both. Admission and activities are free for everyone. Offerings are subject to change.

This six-week watercolor course welcomes both newcomers and painters with some experience in an encouraging setting. Beginners will build core skills such as creating color washes, using dry brush, masking, and layering. Intermediate artists can focus on personal or specialty projects while receiving guidance and constructive feedback from the instructor and fellow participants. Whether you want to explore new ideas, strengthen your technique, or try watercolor for the first time, the format is designed to support a variety of goals. All materials are provided. Tickets are $219, or $182.50 for members and for adults 25 and under. Registration is available online or by calling Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335.

honestav is playing at Ozark Music Hall in Fayetteville. The show starts at 8:00 PM.