Celebrate the 4th of July at the Walmart AMP

Nothing beats enjoying a grilled hot dog and ice-cold beverage while listening to patriotic music and waiting in anticipation for a gorgeous fireworks show on the 4th of July. This Independence Day the Walmart AMP, in partnership with the City of Rogers, Walmart and Synchrony, is hosting a community party that would make the founding fathers proud!  

This holiday tradition gives the community an opportunity to experience a patriotic pops performance at NWA’s premier outdoor amphitheater. The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas’ concert will celebrate the beauty and grandeur of America and honor our nation’s veterans and those who bravely serve in our nation’s armed forces.  

SoNA, founded in 1954, under the musical direction of Paul Haas presents classical and pops performances for symphonic music lovers in Northwest Arkansas and is a resident company of Walton Arts Center. 

You can also try out a variety of holiday-themed food and beverages at the show including Liberty Lemonade, a Firecracker Cone and a Red, White and Boozy milkshake from Shakes. Red and Blue Irish cream soda and red, white and blue kettle corn from Freedom Kettle Corn. The Freezer on Pringles Plaza will also feature red, white and blue frozen drinks and a Star-Spangled Snow Cone. 

Gates open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm and fireworks start at 9:15 pm.  

Get your tickets now and lock in the best price. Advance tickets are $3-25. Prices for lawn tickets will increase to $5 on the day of the show. 

The city of Rogers sponsors the fireworks show, and Rogers residents can get four free lawn tickets per household to the event. Pick up the tickets in person today through Wednesday, July 3 at the Walmart AMP Box Office during normal business hours, 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday (not available online). Show your water bill as proof of residency.  

Don’t miss your chance to make this 4th of July your best one yet, with a stunning show, amazing music and tasty treats that the whole family can enjoy! 

Celebrate Women's History Month with These Concerts

Women's History Month is a designated time to celebrate and honor the contributions, achievements and struggles of women throughout history. It provides a platform to recognize the pivotal roles women have played in shaping societies, cultures, politics, sciences and other fields, often in the face of adversity and discrimination. Honor Women’s History Month by grabbing tickets to one of the Walmart AMP shows this season featuring outstanding female performers. 

Maggie Rogers is best known for her music and you can experience her talent on Monday, June 3. But what you might not know is that Rogers just obtained her Master of Religion and Public Life degree from Harvard Divinity School. This program is designed for experienced professionals who wish to develop in-depth knowledge of the complex ways religion influences public life related to their career areas. She is one of 11 people who will be the first to complete the new program, which launched last year.  

“Whatever I was learning in class would immediately get put into practice in my professional world,” Rogers said. “It felt really integrated. The MRPL enhanced my work and vice versa. Now I’m going to spend the next year putting out this record and performing and living out so much of what I've been thinking about. I feel like I’ve just barely started to scratch the surface of what I’ve been studying here.” 

Sarah McLachlan broke down barriers in the Canadian music industry and turned it on its head in the ‘90s with the all-women tour, Lilith Fair. McLachlan had a vision for an all-female music festival and in 1997 Lilith Fair was born, proving that a women-only lineup could not just draw crowds, but it could become the top-grossing touring festival that year. Additionally, McLachlan is a renowned singer-writer known for her soulful lyrics and beautiful melodies. With a career spanning over three decades, McLachlan has captivated audiences worldwide with her effortless voice and emotional performances. You can experience the iconic performance of Sarah McLachlan on Tuesday, July 2. 

Back in 2021, singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle was recognized for the impact that both her music and philanthropy had on millions. She was presented with The Global Impact Honor, recognizing her as a genre trailblazer and ambassador. Worldwide, she has sold over one million concert tickets on three continents, including 170 sold-out headline performances, and has donated over $2 million to 25+ organizations from those sales alone. Daigle makes a point to share her faith through her music in a very open and honest way, welcoming people into her faith. Experience Lauren Daigle’s soul-inspiring music on Wednesday, August 14. 

These are only a few of the amazing women who will be performing all summer long at the Walmart AMP. For more details or to purchase tickets go to www.amptickets.com or by calling 479.443.5600. Purchase in person at the Walmart AMP Box Office 10 am until 5 pm during ticket on-sale days or at the Walton Arts Center Box Office 10 am until 2 pm on weekdays. 

More Shows to See! 
Tate McRae | Sunday, July 21 at 8 pm 

Barbie The Movie: In Concert® | Sunday, Aug. 4 at 8 pm 

Lainey Wilson | Saturday, Aug. 10 at 7 pm 

Melissa Etheridge & Jewel | Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7:30 pm 

Meghan Trainor | Thursday, Oct. 10 at 6:30 pm 

What to Expect at the Expanded AMP

The Walmart AMP, a Walton Arts Center venue, was recently expanded with new amenities for both patrons and artists. Patrons will be able to experience the expanded Walmart AMP in a fun, new capacity through the newly announced Saturday Cinema series and Happy Hour at the AMP. Read ahead to learn about the new spaces at the AMP that you’ll have the opportunity to preview through these events and more information about exciting backstage changes as well!

The most noticeable change is the expanded space at the top of the lawn, which includes the Choctaw Plaza, named for Choctaw Casinos & Resorts. This 12,300 square foot covered plaza space is home to an 80-foot bar and flexible seating area for concert viewing and event rentals.

Choctaw Plaza, named for Choctaw Casinos & Resorts

Choctaw Plaza, named for Choctaw Casinos & Resorts

An 80-foot bar, flexible seating, and AMP Vision screens are the highlights of Choctaw Plaza.

An 80-foot bar, flexible seating, and AMP Vision screens are the highlights of Choctaw Plaza.

Choctaw Plaza will be the primary location for Happy Hour at the AMP. The 80-foot bar and flexible seating area allows patrons to enjoy libations with their party while staying an appropriate distance from other guests (you can learn more about additional health and safety protocols here). Live music will also accompany each happy hour, with local bands performing on a stage distanced from those present.

Also at the top of the lawn are two uncovered areas flanking Choctaw Plaza featuring additional restrooms, Tyson concession stands and gathering spaces that will be used when full-scale concerts return. Below the new plaza spaces is an expanded Kraft Heinz Entrance with additional gates and shaded space which will be the entry point for Happy Hour at the AMP.

An expanded main entrance with more gates and shade for both patrons and workers will be the entry point for Saturday Cinema at the AMP. Between the Kraft Heinz Entrance and the main gate, the venue can now operate up to 12 gates at once during concert season, increasing traffic flow into and out of the venue. The main gate opens to the expanded entry plaza, which is double its original size at 19,500 square feet and includes new restrooms and a new Tyson concession stand.

The new Procter & Gamble Box Office has seven windows, up from four in the original.

The new Procter & Gamble Box Office has seven windows, up from four in the original.

Outside the main entrance is a new Procter & Gamble Box Office with seven service windows, expanded from four windows at the original box office. The original box office is still intact and located inside the venue on the main entry plaza where it will serve as an internal customer service point for seating upgrades, ticket purchases for upcoming concerts, special promotions and more.

Lighting fixtures made using cymbals were custom made by the WAC production team.

Lighting fixtures made using cymbals were custom made by the WAC production team.

The backstage area features unique art with local ties. Using a piano donated by a local music teacher, AMP production manager J.C. Schroder created three one-of-a-kind wall hangings. The instrument’s hammers are the focus of the first piece, pictured below. The other two pieces feature the piano keys and the soundboard. In this same vein, the backstage dining room also features lighting fixtures made using cymbals created by the Walton Arts Center production team.

Updated artist amenities in the backstage area include four luxury dressing rooms with private bathrooms, an artist’s green room, a shower room for tour crew and a laundry facility. The updated catering kitchen can now serve the expanded dining room that seats 80, double the original capacity. The loading dock has also been expanded to accommodate six trucks instead of four, which allows faster load in and out for tours.

These additions to the AMP will create an elevated concert experience for both patron and artist alike when full-scale concerts return. Until then, we look forward to previewing some of the new amenities with Happy Hour at the AMP and Saturday Cinema

AMP production manager J.C. Schroeder created three custom art pieces using a piano donated by a local music teacher. This piece hangs in the artist’s green room and features the instrument’s keys.

AMP production manager J.C. Schroeder created three custom art pieces using a piano donated by a local music teacher. This piece hangs in the artist’s green room and features the instrument’s keys.