The Artosphere Festival celebrates art, music and nature all across Northwest Arkansas every May. With music and performances, learning experiences, Yoga and community events there is a free or low-cost event for everyone. Keep reading to see our guide to Artosphere events happening in Fayetteville, and make plans now to attend one - or several!
MUSIC & PERFORMANCES
Friday, May 1, 7:30-10:30 pm / The Upper Ramble - FREE
Rowdy in the Ramble is Artosphere’s newest event that boasts lively music, spectacular entertainment and a high-energy festival atmosphere. Bring your friends, bring a blanket and bring your dancing shoes. Arkansauce and Jumpsuit Jamey & the Can’t Wait to Playboys will provide the soundtrack for the evening, and Inspyral Circus lights up the night with a thrilling fire art performance.
Tuesday, May 5, 6:30 pm / Botanical Garden of the Ozarks - FREE
Little Rock-based jazz band Langiappe performs with singer Genine LaTrice Perez in the beautiful Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. Bring your chairs or picnic blanket. Food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available for purchase.
Thursday, May 14, 6 pm / Mount Sequoyah's Vesper Point, Fayetteville - FREE
Join us for a special jazz performance by local musical group THE WIMER-WENINO PROJECT in the beautiful, outdoor setting of Mount Sequoyah's Vesper Point.
Broadway, Bacharach and Bossa Nova
Sunday, May 17, 6 pm / Starr Theater at Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $10 tiered, $25.30 (plus fees) cabaret
Come see the maiden performance from a wildly experienced pair - pianist Jeannine Wagar and Broadway’s Marcy Harriell - covering everything from Bossa Nova to Broadway to Bacharach!
Tuesday, May 19, 7 pm / Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $10
A renowned conductorless orchestra performs a selection of Barber, Mozart and Beethoven.
LEARNING Experiences
Terrarium Workshop with Pink Fern
Thursday, May 7, 6 pm / Sudduth Rose Garden at Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $85
Create your own terrarium using a selection of moisture-loving flora, decorative stones and a signature Pink Fern gold animal. Pink Fern provides expert instruction and all necessary materials, you bring your creativity and personality.
Sunday, May 10, 2 pm / Fayetteville Public Library - FREE
Get ready to roll, glue, and craft! Join us for a fun and hands-on crafting session where we’ll learn how to make colorful paper beads and turn them into beautiful bracelets. No experience needed and all supplies will be provided.
National Geographic Live: The Wild Wolves of Yellowstone
Tuesday, May 12, 7 pm / Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $10
Wildlife biologist and National Geographic Explorer Doug Smith led the project that reintroduced gray wolves to Yellowstone National Park in the 1990s. We join him on assignment in the park to see how the landscape has changed since the wolves arrived, including never-before-seen photos and videos of the quest to bring back this apex predator.
May 12-13, 10 am and 4 pm / Fayetteville Public Library - FREE
This 30 minute-show, specially made for pre-schoolers is a story about how one friend can become many. This nonverbal performance is a wonderous tale of reassurance, joy and connection ... with a little magic. Recommended for kids aged 3-6.
Upcycled Birdfeeder Drop-In Workshop
Wednesday, May 13, 3:30 pm / Fayetteville Public Library -FREE
Drop in to create an upcycled birdfeeder! This family-friendly craft is led by Wild Birds Unlimited.
Saturday, May 16, 2-4 pm / Art and Movement Room at Fayetteville Public Library - FREE
Led by local musician and teacher Honnah Heartsong, this drop-in event invites you to meet, play and make music on a variety of instruments. All ages are welcome and there will be a designated station for young children.
Saturday, May 16, 4 pm / Bradberry Rose Garden at Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $45
Inspired by local herbal and botanical ingredients, you will learn how to make two nature-themed cocktails while enjoying light snacks. Must be 21 or older to enter.
YOGA
Monday, May 1, 6 pm / The Gathering Glade at the Fayetteville Public Library - FREE
Enjoy yoga and live music in the fresh air of the Fayetteville Library's J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Gathering Glade. Move, stretch and breathe with a free yoga class accompanied by live cellist, Pecos Singer. Instructors will be leading the session, which will be suitable for all levels of yoga practitioners.
Thursday, May 14, 7:15 pm / Mount Sequoyah's Overlook, Fayetteville - FREE
Enjoy stretch and flow yoga overlooking Fayetteville during sunset, accompanied by live music.
Community events
Trio Las Hermanitas Alvarez, one of the many artists performing on the Lower Ramble at Trail Mix.
Friday, May 1, 5:30-7:30 / The Lower Ramble Trail - FREE
Artosphere’s signature event features live art, music and activities for kids and families! Explore the convergence of art and nature in the forest canopy and pathways through Tanglewood Creek and Fay Jones Woods at the Lower Ramble.
Community Creative Center Pottery Festival
May 1-3 / Community Creative Center, the Alexander Gallery and Kingfish Bar - FREE
An exhibition and pottery sale includes work from numerous potters and is available throughout the event in the main gallery at CCC, and a curated collection of regional pottery will be on display at the new Alexander Gallery at Porter Art Warehouse. Special guests are brought in for lectures and pottery demonstrations, and the festival will conclude with the Post-Pottery Party on Saturday, May 2 from 6-8pm at Kingfish with free music from a local band.
Sunday, May 17, noon-6 pm / Downtown Fayetteville Square - FREE
Downtown Fayetteville Coalition’s third annual Fayetteville Strawberry Festival is coming to the historic downtown square, with live music from local bands and performances by Hip-Hop 101 and Diamond Awards students.
