Northwest Arkansas is gearing up for a spectacular Independence Day celebration with a variety of fireworks shows and events spread across the region. From family-friendly festivals to dazzling pyrotechnic displays, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a guide to some of the fireworks shows and celebrations happening in Northwest Arkansas this year. Friday, June 27 Elkins Annual Fireworks Show Time: 6 PM - 11 PM Location: Elkins, AR Kick off the festivities early with the Elkins Annual Fireworks Show. This community event promises an evening of fun, food, and a breathtaking fireworks display to light up the night sky. Sunday, June 29 Freedom Fest - Pea Ridge Time: 6 PM Location: Pea Ridge, AR Celebrate freedom with the Pea Ridge community at Freedom Fest. Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, and a patriotic fireworks show to end the evening. Let Freedom Ring Celebration Time: 7 PM - 9:05 PM Location: FBC Highfill, Highfill, AR This family-friendly event features live music, activities for all ages, and a stunning fireworks display to honor Independence Day. Wednesday, July 2 Celebrate America 2025 Time: 6 PM Location: DAG Church, Decatur, AR Join the Decatur community for an evening of celebration with food, games, and a spectacular fireworks show to commemorate America’s independence. Thursday, July 3 2025 Independence Day Fireworks Time: 5:30 PM Location: Loch Lomond Dam Park, Bella Vista, AR Head to Bella Vista for a picturesque evening by the Loch Lomond Dam. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a dazzling fireworks display over the water. Holiday Island Independence Day Hurrah! Time: 6 PM Location: Holiday Island Rec Center, Holiday Island, AR Celebrate Independence Day with the Holiday Island community. This event features live entertainment, family activities, and a vibrant fireworks show. Friday, July 4 24th Annual Ventris Trails End Resort Fireworks Time: Evening Location: Garfield, AR A beloved tradition, the Ventris Trails End Resort fireworks show is a must-see event. Gather with friends and family to enjoy the stunning display over Beaver Lake. Arvest Ballpark Fireworks Time: 7:05 PM Location: Springdale, AR Catch a baseball game at Arvest Ballpark and stay for the post-game fireworks show. It’s a perfect way to celebrate the Fourth of July with America’s favorite pastime. Fireworks with Symphony of Northwest Arkansas Time: 7:15 PM Location: Walmart AMP, Rogers, AR Experience a magical evening of music and fireworks at the Walmart AMP. The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas will perform patriotic tunes, culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display. Morrison Manor 6th Annual Fireworks Show Time: 8 PM - 11:05 PM Location: Big Sugar Golf Club, Pea Ridge, AR Enjoy live music, food, and a spectacular fireworks show at the Morrison Manor’s annual celebration. This event is perfect for families and friends looking to celebrate together. Gentry Freedom Fest Time: 12 PM - 10 PM Location: Gentry, AR Spend the day at Gentry Freedom Fest, featuring live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. The event concludes with a stunning fireworks display. Huntsville 4th of July Celebration Time: 7 PM - 10 PM Location: Mitchusson Ball Park, Huntsville, AR Celebrate Independence Day in Huntsville with live entertainment, food, and a fireworks show to light up the night. Saturday, July 5 Freedom Fest - Church in The Woods Time: 6 PM - 9 PM Location: Rogers, AR Wrap up the holiday weekend with Freedom Fest at Church in The Woods. Enjoy live music, food, and a fireworks display to close out the celebrations. Lost Bridge Village Independence Day Celebration Time: 4 PM - 9 PM Location: Lost Bridge Village Recreation Center, Garfield, AR Celebrate Independence Day with the Lost Bridge Village community. This event features live music, food, and a fireworks show over Beaver Lake. Firework Display & Live Music Time: 7:30 PM Location: On the Rocks Amphitheater, Eureka Springs, AR End your Independence Day celebrations with live music and a spectacular fireworks display at the On the Rocks Amphitheater in Eureka Springs.

The River Valley is gearing up for an exciting lineup of fireworks shows to celebrate Independence Day. From small-town gatherings to large-scale events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a guide to some of the fireworks shows and festivities happening this year. Sunday, June 29 Celebrate Freedom Fireworks Show Time: 8:30 PM Location: Cedarville First - Cedarville, AR Kick off the celebrations early in Cedarville with the "Celebrate Freedom Fireworks Show." This family-friendly event promises a spectacular display of fireworks lighting up the night sky. Thursday, July 3 Barling's July 3rd Blowout Time: 5:30 PM Location: Barling City Park - Barling, AR Barling’s annual July 3rd Blowout is a community favorite. Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, and activities for all ages before the fireworks take center stage. Friday, July 4 Freedom Fest 2025 Time: 4 PM - 10P M Location: The Square - Greenwood, AR Greenwood’s Freedom Fest features live music, food trucks, and a dazzling fireworks display to cap off the evening. Independence Day Celebration Time: 7 PM Location: Field of Dreams Sports Complex - Van Buren, AR Head to Van Buren for a night of patriotic fun and a stunning fireworks show at the Field of Dreams Sports Complex. Mayor's Fireworks Show Time: 5:30 PM Location: Alma Community Building & Aquatic Park - Alma, AR Alma’s Mayor’s Fireworks Show is a family-friendly event with activities, food, and a spectacular fireworks finale. Greenhurst's Annual 4th of July Community Fireworks Celebration Time: 6:30 PM Location: Greenhurst Lawn - Charleston, AR Charleston’s annual celebration offers a cozy community vibe with fireworks lighting up the Greenhurst Lawn. Mountainburg: 4th of July Celebration Time: 7 PM Location: Silver Lining Transport - Mountainburg, AR Mountainburg’s celebration features a fireworks display that will leave attendees in awe. Sallisaw: 4th of July Fireworks Location: Sallisaw High School - Sallisaw, OK Sallisaw’s fireworks show is a must-see event for residents and visitors alike. Spiro: 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Time: 7 PM Location: Spiro City Lake - Spiro, OK Spiro combines a festive parade with a breathtaking fireworks display over the lake. Fun, Family, and Fireworks Party Time: 7 PM Location: Muldrow First Church of the Nazarene - Muldrow, OK Muldrow’s celebration is perfect for families, offering fun activities and a fireworks show. Poteau: 4th of July Celebration Time: 6 PM Location: Donald W Reynolds Convention Center - Poteau, OK Poteau’s celebration includes live entertainment, food, and a fireworks display to end the night. Fort Smith: The Mayor's 4th of July Celebration Time: 5 PM - 10 PM Location: Harry E Kelley River Park - Fort Smith, AR Fort Smith’s premier Independence Day event features live music, food vendors, and a grand fireworks finale over the Arkansas River. Saturday, July 5 2025 Iron Mountain Festival Time: 4 PM Location: Roland Park - Roland, OK Extend the holiday fun with Roland’s Iron Mountain Festival, featuring live entertainment and fireworks. Annual Firecracker Spectacular Time: 5 PM - 10 PM Location: Tri-State Speedway - Pocola, OK Celebrate Independence Day with the Lost Bridge Village community. This event features live music, food, and a fireworks show over Beaver Lake.

Photo Provided by Parrot Island Waterpark Parrot Island Waterpark in Fort Smith is making waves for water safety by hosting the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on Thursday, June 26th, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. This free event invites kids aged 3-17 and their parents to learn essential water safety skills, helping to prevent drowning, the second leading cause of injury-related deaths in children. Organized by the World Waterpark Association, the "World’s Largest Swimming Lesson" unites over 600 waterparks and aquatic centers across 19 countries to provide more than 20,000 hours of life-saving swim lessons in a single day. With over 40,000 participants expected, it’s a worldwide effort to promote safer water practices. Parrot Island, known for its thrilling slides, wave pool, lazy river, and family-friendly amenities, is the perfect host for this important event. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine fun with safety education. For more details, visit www.parrotislandwaterpark.com .

Sindhu Varagani brought a vibrant and innovative flair to Bentonville Fashion Week with her brand ETHWES. ETHWES is redefining fashion with its innovative, size-adaptable designs that move with you and everyday jewelry that stands the test of time. Rooted in inclusivity, sustainability, and thoughtful craftsmanship, the brand celebrates the strength and individuality of women everywhere. This season, ETHWES proudly debuts its new UNBOUND Collection at Fashion Week—a line inspired by freedom, movement, and self-expression. From bold summer prints to earthy tones and luxurious hand-woven fabrics, the collection promises effortless elegance and empowerment. Also featured is the ETHWES Livelife Jewelry Collection , boasting 18k gold-plated, hypoallergenic pieces that are water- and sweat-resistant. Designed to transition seamlessly from day to night, these versatile pieces allow women to sweat, shower, and sleep while always looking radiant. ETHWES combines style, comfort, and durability, creating timeless fashion that celebrates every woman’s beauty and resilience. Click Below To Watch Video Of Runway Click Below To See Photo Gallery of Runway Proud Sponsors of Bentonville Fashion Week

Faith Hollis, the visionary designer behind Faith & Co. , is set to capture hearts and turn heads as her exquisite designs hit the runway at Bentonville Fashion Week. More than just a fashion brand, Faith & Co. is Hollis’s personal love letter to healing, empowerment, and the glamour she once craved. This collection is your invitation to a luxurious yacht party—a celebration of summer elegance on the open deck. Picture bold colors that radiate confidence, breezy silhouettes perfect for sunny days, and effortless glamour that channels unapologetic sophistication. Faith’s designs celebrate the boldest, truest version of you—the one who shows up fearlessly and owns every moment. Click Below to Watch Video of Runway Click Below to See Runway Photo Gallery Proud Sponsors of the Bentonville Fashion Week

Photo Provided by Parrot Island Waterpark Get ready for a weekend of thrills, laughs, and splashes as Parrot Island Waterpark hosts its Circus Weekend from June 20th to 23rd! This family-friendly event combines the excitement of circus entertainment with the park’s tropical water attractions, all included with regular admission. Photo Provide by Parrot Island Waterpark What’s Happening? Live Shows by George Reader: Don’t miss award-winning entertainer George Reader as he mazes with magic, juggling, and interactive comedy. Face Painting & Carnival Games: Fun for all ages with colorful face painting and classic carnival-style games. Waterpark Fun for Everyone Enjoy Parrot Island’s signature attractions, including the FlowRider® surf simulator, lazy river, wave pool, thrilling water slides, and the Tiny Turtle Island play area for little ones. More to Explore Located in Ben Geren Park, the waterpark is surrounded by activities like miniature golf, bike trails, playgrounds, and a 27-hole golf course—perfect for a full day of fun. Plan Your Visit Join the fun June 20–23! For tickets, season passes, and more, visit www.parrotislandwaterpark.com . Learn more about George Reader at www.mysteriousone.com .

Slim Chickens on Promenade Boulevard will be hosting a special Rogers Public Library Foundation Day on June 19th! As part of this charitable event, a portion of the day’s sales will benefit the Rogers Public Library Foundation – supporting their vital mission in our community and to help with the re-opening of the Rogers Library after the May 2024 tornados. This is an all day event. Support this great cause by dining in, calling, or ordering online at Slim Chickens in Rogers. If you call in and order please use SLIMGIVES when ordering. Share this event with your colleagues and friends to maximize the impact! Together, we can help restore and uplift this valuable community resource. Slims Chicken 2002 S. Promenade Boulevard Rogers, Arkansas.

After an electrifying international stint in Mexico City, the NASCAR Xfinity Series is back stateside, and it’s gearing up for a sensational race weekend at the iconic Pocono Raceway. This Saturday, Long Pond, Pennsylvania will host the much-anticipated Explore the Pocono Mountains 250, a 100-lap, 250-mile battle that is set to captivate fans. Known as the "Tricky Triangle," the Pocono Raceway breaks the mold of the standard oval with its one-of-a-kind 2.5-mile triangular layout. Instead of smooth symmetry, racers will face three distinct turns Be sure to catch all the action live this Saturday at 2 PM on the Arkansas CW . Whether you’re tuning in from home or joining the roaring crowd at the speedway, the "Tricky Triangle" promises a NASCAR experience like no other. Don’t miss the excitement! Where You Can Watch The Race in NW Arkansas & The River Valley Antenna: 29.2 or 40.2 Cox Cable: 4 or 2004    AT&T U-verse: 30 or 1030     DirecTV: 41     DISH: 21 Where You Can Watch Qualifying  Practice & Qualifying for the Pocono  Xfinity Series race  will take place Saturday, June 21st at 9:00 am CDT. Both are available through the CW Streaming app, offering fans a two days of Xfinity Series action. Entry list for the Explore the Pocono Mountains 250 Entry  Vehicle # Driver Organization 1 00 Sheldon Creed Hass Factory Team 2 1 Carson Kvapil JR Motorsports 3 2 Jesse Love Richard Childress Racing 4 4 Parker Retzlaff Alpha Prime Racing 5 5 Kris Wright Our Motorsports 6 7 Justin Allgaier JR Motorsports 7 07 Patrick Emerling (i) SS-Green Light Racing 8 8 Sammy Smith JR Motorsports 9 10 Daniel Dye Kaulig Racing 10 11 Josh Williams Kaulig Racing 11 14 Garrett Smithley SS-Green Light Racing 12 16 Christian Eckes Kaulig Racing 13 17 Chase Elliott Hendrick Motorsports 14 18 William Sawalich Joe Gibbs Racing 15 19 Justin Bonsignore Joe Gibbs Racing 16 20 Brandon Jones Joe Gibbs Racing 17 21 Austin Hill Richard Childress Racing 18 25 Harrison Burton AM Racing 19 26 Dean Thompson Sam Hunt Racing 20 27 Jeb Burton Jordan Anderson Racing 21 28 Kyle Sieg RSS Racing 22 31 Blaine Perkins Jordan Anderson Racing 23 35 Carson Ware Joey Gase Motorsports 24 39 Ryan Sieg RSS Racing 25 41 Sam Mayer Haas Factory Team 26 42 Anthony Alfredo Young's Motorsports 27 44 Brennan Poole Alpha Prime Racing 28 45 Mason Massey Alpha Prime Racing 29 48 Nicholas Sanchez Big Machine Racing 30 51 Jeremy Clements Jeremy Clements Racing 31 53 Logan Bearden Joey Gase Motorsports 32 54 Taylor Gray Joe Gibbs Racing 33 70 Leland Honeyman Cope Family Racing 34 71 Ryan Ellis DGM Racing 35 74 Dawson Cram Mike Harmon Racing 36 88 Connor Zilisch JR Motorsports 38 91 Josh Bilicki DGM Racing 39 99 Matt DiBenedetto Viking Motorsports For more behind-the-scenes interviews and race information, go to NASCAR Xfinity website

John Pryor, the creative mind behind Madison Stitch, captivated the Bentonville Fashion Week audience with a runway collection that artfully merged rugged craftsmanship with high-fashion artistry. Known for his Kansas City–based design studio, John has built a reputation for heirloom-quality leather goods and sculptural fashion pieces that push the boundaries of craft and design. Madison Stitch brought its signature blend of durability and sophistication to the runway, showcasing handmade leather bags alongside two breathtaking artistic dresses. With a background in furniture design, John drew inspiration from his expertise in working with wood and leather to craft wearable works of art. The dresses, made of regional materials, stood as testaments to the profound relationship between fashion, function, and storytelling. This Bentonville Fashion Week showcase was a moment of pure artistry, cementing John Pryor’s place as a designer to watch. Click Below To Watch Video of Runway Click Below for Photo Gallery of Runway Proud Sponsors Of Bentonville Fashion Week

Eljoy Designs, led by the multifaceted talent behind the brand, brought elegance and innovation to Bentonville Fashion Week with an unforgettable showcase. Known for modern, eclectic, and romantic designs, Eljoy Designs presented pieces that masterfully balanced draping techniques with the use of luxurious fabrics like cotton, satin, and chiffon. Each garment was a testament to timeless beauty, enhanced by a color palette of neutrals—whites, beiges, tans, and blacks—with striking accents of reds, blues, and yellows. At Bentonville Fashion Week, Eljoy Designs captivated audiences with their versatile collection, which bridges the classic and contemporary. From chic tailored looks to flowing romantic silhouettes, the pieces seamlessly highlighted the interplay of artistry and wearability. Click Below To Watch Video Click Below For Gallery Proud Sponsors Of The Bentonville Fashion Week

B Magic Craft Hands lit up the runway at Bentonville Fashion Week with its breathtaking Essence Collection . The audience was captivated as elegant, minimalist designs adorned with intricate handmade embroidery were showcased, celebrating the intersection of culture and style. Each piece carried the soul of Mexican artistry, with every stitch reflecting generations of tradition and creativity. The collection not only highlighted the beauty of simplicity but also underscored the dedication and passion of the talented artisans behind each creation. The show celebrated more than fashion—it was a tribute to heritage, craftsmanship, and the magic that happens when art and intention unite. Click below to watch Video Click below to see Runway Gallery

EXO is redefining fashion with a bold new aesthetic—imperfectionist punk that went down the runway at the Bentonville Fashion Week Event. Grounded in embracing chaos and flaws, EXO believes mistakes fuel creativity. "Life comes at you fast. It’s crucial to embrace mistakes, learn from them, and use them in your art,". Their designs feature gnarly monsters adorned with jagged chains, crooked smiles, and daring hues that catch eyes and spark conversations. Working without a plan, EXO's art is raw, authentic, and unmistakably punk. Rejecting rigid perfectionism, EXO reminds us that beauty thrives in chaos, and their creations radiate individuality and unfiltered creativity. Check out his runway below. Click Below To Watch Video Click Below to See Runway Gallery Proud Sponsors of Bentonville Fashion Week