Festival of Nations Takes Over Bentonville Square

Bentonville’s kicking off summer in the best way—with food, music, and culture from around the world! First Friday: Festival of Nations is landing on June 6, and it’s turning the Square into a global block party. It’s part of the season-long Passport to Adventure series, and this month’s stop is all about celebrating the vibrant communities that make NWA so special.

The Deets:

📍 Where: Bentonville Square
📅 When: Friday, June 6, 2025 | 3:00 PM–9:00 PM
💲 Cost: Free and open to all!

What’s Happening:

You’ll walk into a full-on Festival of Nations, with music, performances, food vendors, and art that reflect cultures from every corner of the globe. Presented by Del Real and Downtown Bentonville Inc., this event is more than just a market—it’s a celebration. Think community vibes, bright colors, dancing in the streets, and tasty bites from countries you’ve been dreaming of visiting. It’s the kind of thing that brings all ages together.

Local performers will light up the stage, and if you’ve got a cultural performance to share, they’re still welcoming participants! Just email Tracie at [email protected].

How to Stay in the Loop:

Follow @downtownbentonville for the full schedule, performer announcements, and sneak peeks. Event details also live here: Facebook Event Page

Wrap It Up With a Nudge:

It’s not every day you get to explore the world in one evening. Grab your friends, your kids, or just your curiosity and head to the Square. First Friday on June 6 is going to be a good one—don’t miss it!