Bentonville Together Turns First Friday Live Into an International Block Party

Downtown Bentonville’s First Friday Live returns June 5, and this month the Square goes international. Bentonville Together is an international celebration, and the entire evening is built around it.

THE DEETS

A World of Culture on One Square

The Main Stage runs from 5–9 PM with cultural dance and music performances from around the world. You’ll catch Irish dance, Bollywood, Brazilian dance, Chinese cultural performances, Latin dance groups, international music showcases, and local multicultural arts organizations rotating throughout the night.

Away from the stage, Takeover Sponsor Allan Sullivan Company is spreading 12 brand activations across the event footprint. Expect interactive booths, giveaways, and pop-up moments throughout the Square all evening.

Come Hungry, Stay Cool

Food trucks are open from 11 AM–9 PM, so you can come early or time your arrival around dinner. Vendors open at 3 PM with nearly 150 booths for shopping, activities, and giveaways. Free face painting runs from 6–8 PM for kids and attendees.

June heat is part of the deal, and the splash pad will be fully operational all evening so you can cool off when you need to. Complimentary bottled water is also available throughout the event courtesy of Niagara Water.

Plan Ahead Before You Go

Roads around the Square will be closed and parking fills early, so plan to carpool or use rideshare. For parking options, visit downtownbentonville.org/explore/parking. Tag your moments at @DowntownBentonville.

June 5 on the Bentonville Square is free and open to everyone. Come see what the city looks like when it celebrates together.

First Friday Live is presented by Walmart, with community support from the City of Bentonville, Visit Bentonville, and the Walton Family Foundation.