Friday, Aug. 2
For the last 15 years, the folks at George’s have been celebrating Jerry Garcia’s Birthday with a tribute show the first weekend of Aug. That show is happening again this weekend, this time with performances by Sean Canan’s Voodoo Players and Friends of the Phamily. Tickets are $12, available here.
There’s a rock show at Backspace with locals Musclegoose, The Wirms, Moonsong, and Guitar Jar.
There’s also a comedy show in town at Nomad’s, featuring Ray Hensley & Robert “Sweaty Hands” Day.
There’s plenty more below.
Full list:
5:30 pm |
90s NightFayetteville Public Library |
Community |
6:00 pm |
Old Dime BoxLa Huerta Mexican Restaurant |
Music |
6:00 pm |
Ultra Suede / MudhawkGeorge’s Majestic Lounge |
Music |
6:30 pm |
Space PirateTaziki’s Mediterranean Cafe |
Music |
7:00 pm |
Lukas WigingtonFoghorn’s – Springdale |
Music |
7:00 pm |
Sam ThompsonFoghorn’s on Green Acres |
Music |
7:30 pm |
Whiskey & WallaceJJ’s Grill – Springdale |
Music |
8:00 pm |
80s & 90s NightWest & Watson |
Music |
8:00 pm |
Candy LeeThe Nines Alley |
Music |
8:00 pm |
Makin LoafBlack Apple Crossing – Springdale |
Music |
8:00 pm |
The Candid / MoldilocksNomads Trailside |
Music |
8:30 pm |
Blues City LimitsJJ’s Grill on Steamboat |
Music |
8:30 pm |
Cadillac JacksonJJ’s Grill on Dickson |
Music |
8:30 pm |
Musclegoose / Guitar Jar / The Wirms / MoonsongBackspace |
Music |
9:00 pm |
Route 358Kingfish |
Music |
9:00 pm |
Southtown Comedy Night: Ray Hensley & Robert “Sweaty Hands” DayNomads |
Comedy |
9:30 pm |
15th Annual Jerry Garcia Birthday BashGeorge’s Majestic Lounge |
Music |
9:30 pm |
Mixx TennSmoke & Barrel Tavern |
Music |
Saturday, Aug. 3

Fayetteville Farmers’ Market / Staff photo
Everyone and their dog is gonna be at the Farmers’ Market on Saturday morning in Fayetteville. It’s what we do.
There’s also a chance to do yoga with goats happening at Wilson Park. We heard it was sold out, but that there was a waiting list. Either way, goat yoga is happening.
There are several other events below. Have an awesome weekend, everyone.
Full list:
7:00 am |
Saturday Fayetteville Farmers’ MarketFayetteville Square |
Community |
7:30 am |
Crystal Bridges Endurance 50/100 Mile GrinduroTwin Springs Park – Siloam Springs |
Activity |
8:00 am |
Goat Yoga In Wilson ParkWilson Park |
Activity |
9:00 am |
Ashtyn BarbareeJammin’ Java |
Music |
9:00 am |
Friends of Fayetteville Public Library book saleFayetteville Public Library |
Fundraiser |
9:30 am |
Yoga in the GardenBotanical Garden of the Ozarks |
Activity |
10:30 am |
AnimalogyFayetteville Public Library |
Family |
7:00 pm |
Kevin James Stand-Up Watch PartySix Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar |
Comedy |
7:00 pm |
Pat Ryan KeyFoghorn’s on 15th |
Music |
7:00 pm |
Twisted BiscuitAmerican Legion |
Music |
7:30 pm |
The OddsJJ’s Grill – Springdale |
Music |
8:00 pm |
Alex WayneNomads |
Music |
8:00 pm |
Arkansas Summer JamGeorge’s Majestic Lounge |
|
8:30 pm |
Ciderday Night Comedy: Ray Hensley & Robert “Sweaty Hands” DayBlack Apple Crossing – Springdale |
Comedy |
8:30 pm |
Jenna & the Soul ShakersJJ’s Grill on Dickson |
Music |
8:30 pm |
Mark Shields & Good Co.JJ’s Grill on Steamboat |
Music |
Sunday, Aug. 4
1:00 pm |
Bobby SmithTerra Studios |
Music |
1:00 pm |
Friends of Fayetteville Public Library book saleFayetteville Public Library |
Fundraiser |
1:30 pm |
Experience Fayetteville road bike group rideColumbus House Brewery |
Activity |
6:00 pm |
Open Acoustic Jam SessionThe Odd Soul – Springdale |
Music |
8:00 pm |
My Open MicDickson Street Pub |
Music |