Events: Live Music

Sprungbilly offers a musical blend that traverses Bluegrass, Newgrass, Jamgrass, and Americana, seasoned with a touch of country and rockabilly, along with a collection of fresh original compositions. Rising from the remnants of two former bands, this collective was born when Ron Landis, a seasoned banjo player, invited musicians from diverse backgrounds to join him every Monday night, upholding a cherished tradition at a local venue.

At JJ’s Grill Fayetteville we do free live music 6-8pm during the week and 8:30-11:30pm on Friday & Saturday!

 Come to play or come to listen!

Join us on May 21st for Taking Back Sunday w/ special guests Citizen at JJ’s Live!

At JJ’s Grill Fayetteville we do free live music 6-8pm during the week and 8:30-11:30pm on Friday & Saturday!

Old Time Jam tonight at Folk School of Fayetteville 6-9pm. Free community event hosted by Pete Howard.

Come to play or come to listen!

Six Twelve is excited to have BUDDY SHUTE perform every 3rd Tuesday in 2024!

Enjoy personalized renditions of your favorite BLUES, FOLK & SOUL music from 7-9pm one of the most respected musicians in town!

Each evening will be a unique musical adventure as Buddy will bring an ENSEMBLE OF FRIENDS with him each month.
Arrive early for HAPPY HOUR from 3:00-6:12pm when all beer, wine, cocktails & small plates are $1 off every day.

JEFF GRAY AND THE FORTE QUARTET.

Jazz standards. Improvised jams.

Brass. Guitar. Bass. Drums. Bones. 

Energy. Class.

360 ALLSTARS 

7 pm | Tuesday, May 21 | Walton Arts Center 

Tickets: $10 

Walton Arts
Center is proud to
announce the return of Artosphere: Arkansas’ Arts Nature Festival May 2-23,
with events and performances at locations across Northwest
Arkansas.  

Artosphere celebrates art, music and nature with exciting performances, activities and events for the whole family.

Each year, Artosphere spotlights artists and performers from around the world who are inspired by nature and provides a creative framework for the community to discuss issues of sustainability and environmental awareness. 

The multi-week festival features a mix of free and low-cost events, including outdoor performances, large orchestral concerts and several chamber music performances in special spaces throughout

our region. Several Artosphere favorites are back this year including Trail Mix, art workshops with Shannon Green and performances by the signature Artosphere Festival Orchestra in their finale season.  

New this year, Taking Flight: Restorative Mindfulness String Quartet & Bird Watching emphasizes meaningful observation, beginning with guided bird watching provided by NWA Land Trust.

Afterward, musicians Miho Sakon, Andrew Chu, Grace Clark and Mickael Puryear will perform Haydn’s String quartet in C major Opus 33 No. 3 “The Bird” on the beautiful Wilson Springs Preserve Trail. You have two chances to experience this one-of-a-kind event on Saturday, May 4 at 10 am and 5 pm.  

Tunes on the Trail returns, bringing classical music outdoors! Throughout May when you enjoy the trails at Lake Fayetteville, Mount Kessler, Mount Sequoyah, Cato Springs, Frisco Trail &

The Lower Ramble, Wilson Springs Preserve and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, enjoy a curated playlist featuring some of the Artosphere Festival Orchestra’s most beloved performances from the past 11 seasons. Find the Artopshere signage and scan the QR code to see how music, nature and movement collide!  

Except where noted below, tickets or

reservations for these events are available now. Purchase or reserve tickets to all events at artospherefestival.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am-5 pm or in person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am-2 pm. 

Wednesdays ~ Enjoy 1/2 Off House Wine starting at 4 pm & Live Music 6-8 pm every week at Pesto’s by Lance.

Follow us at @pestosnwa on Instagram for updates.

ALL ARTISTS WELCOME!  Join us tonight and every 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at Six Twelve for NWA DRINK & DRAW! This biweekly event will be a time where we hang out, drink, and create what we want! Bring your own art supplies, the name of the game is to just relax, have fun, make art and enjoy time with fellow artists.

Join the NWA DRINK & DRAW group at: https://m.facebook.com/groups/227431012696004/?ref=group_browse

Arrive early and enjoy HAPPY HOUR when all beer, wine, cocktails & small plates are $1 off every day from 3:00-6:12pm and LIVE MUSIC starts at either 5:30 or 6pm.

Cool tunes, cool beverages & frijoles!!

Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist.

Electric, ethereal soul.

Artosphere Festival Orchestra  

Mozart in the Museum 

Corrado Rovaris, Musical Director 

7 pm | Wednesday, May 22 | Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art 

Tickets: $54 

Walton Arts
Center is proud to
announce the return of Artosphere: Arkansas’ Arts Nature Festival May 2-23,
with events and performances at locations across Northwest
Arkansas.  

Artosphere celebrates art, music and nature with exciting performances, activities and events for the whole family.

Each year, Artosphere spotlights artists and performers from around the world who are inspired by nature and provides a creative framework for the community to discuss issues of sustainability and environmental awareness. 

The multi-week festival features a mix of free and low-cost events, including outdoor performances, large orchestral concerts and several chamber music performances in special spaces throughout

our region. Several Artosphere favorites are back this year including Trail Mix, art workshops with Shannon Green and performances by the signature Artosphere Festival Orchestra in their finale season.  

New this year, Taking Flight: Restorative Mindfulness String Quartet & Bird Watching emphasizes meaningful observation, beginning with guided bird watching provided by NWA Land Trust.

Afterward, musicians Miho Sakon, Andrew Chu, Grace Clark and Mickael Puryear will perform Haydn’s String quartet in C major Opus 33 No. 3 “The Bird” on the beautiful Wilson Springs Preserve Trail. You have two chances to experience this one-of-a-kind event on Saturday, May 4 at 10 am and 5 pm.  

Tunes on the Trail returns, bringing classical music outdoors! Throughout May when you enjoy the trails at Lake Fayetteville, Mount Kessler, Mount Sequoyah, Cato Springs, Frisco Trail &

The Lower Ramble, Wilson Springs Preserve and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, enjoy a curated playlist featuring some of the Artosphere Festival Orchestra’s most beloved performances from the past 11 seasons. Find the Artopshere signage and scan the QR code to see how music, nature and movement collide!  

Except where noted below, tickets or

reservations for these events are available now. Purchase or reserve tickets to all events at artospherefestival.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am-5 pm or in person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am-2 pm. 

It’s Back Folks!

@nwafunkjazzjam will be hosting shows every Wednesday! 7:30p

Alternating Funk and Jazz each week. 

FREE and a whole lotta fun! Located in @kavabarfay

Doors open at 7pm

Show at 8pm

@trache0tomy

@lostcauseofficial

@takerest918

@orphan.crippler.ar

@ithekillerark

Wednesday Deals:

$2 classic margaritas

$6 twig and Berry salads

$4 slices of cake

Arkansas’ Original Dueling Piano Bar with Live show from 8 pm – 1am.

Drink specials and food till 2 am.

No cover!

At JJ’s Grill Fayetteville we do free live music 6-8pm during the week and 8:30-11:30pm on Friday & Saturday!

Experience live music with talented members of Ozark Riviera every Thursday from 6-8 pm.

Jazz on the Mountain featuring Backbeat Jazz 

6 pm | Thursday, May 23 | Mount Sequoyah, Fayetteville 

Free but ticketed event 

Walton Arts
Center is proud to
announce the return of Artosphere: Arkansas’ Arts Nature Festival May 2-23,
with events and performances at locations across Northwest
Arkansas.  

Artosphere celebrates art, music and nature with exciting performances, activities and events for the whole family.

Each year, Artosphere spotlights artists and performers from around the world who are inspired by nature and provides a creative framework for the community to discuss issues of sustainability and environmental awareness. 

The multi-week festival features a mix of free and low-cost events, including outdoor performances, large orchestral concerts and several chamber music performances in special spaces throughout

our region. Several Artosphere favorites are back this year including Trail Mix, art workshops with Shannon Green and performances by the signature Artosphere Festival Orchestra in their finale season.  

New this year, Taking Flight: Restorative Mindfulness String Quartet & Bird Watching emphasizes meaningful observation, beginning with guided bird watching provided by NWA Land Trust.

Afterward, musicians Miho Sakon, Andrew Chu, Grace Clark and Mickael Puryear will perform Haydn’s String quartet in C major Opus 33 No. 3 “The Bird” on the beautiful Wilson Springs Preserve Trail. You have two chances to experience this one-of-a-kind event on Saturday, May 4 at 10 am and 5 pm.  

Tunes on the Trail returns, bringing classical music outdoors! Throughout May when you enjoy the trails at Lake Fayetteville, Mount Kessler, Mount Sequoyah, Cato Springs, Frisco Trail &

The Lower Ramble, Wilson Springs Preserve and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, enjoy a curated playlist featuring some of the Artosphere Festival Orchestra’s most beloved performances from the past 11 seasons. Find the Artopshere signage and scan the QR code to see how music, nature and movement collide!  

Except where noted below, tickets or

reservations for these events are available now. Purchase or reserve tickets to all events at artospherefestival.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am-5 pm or in person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am-2 pm. 

Tonight join us for our weekly vinyl night at @undercroftbar – bring your own wax and we will spin it! 7-10pm

Come to hang out and listen, request we play your favorite record, or to connect with other vinyl fans.

We encourage you to buy, sell and trade with other attendees while you’re here.

The one and only Ryan will be taking a break from behind the bar to serve as your expert DJ for the evening!

Buena Vibra Familia, a collaborative group of sound engineers, DJs, and promoters passionate about bringing sound system culture to Northwest Arkansas.

DRINK! DANCE! REPEAT! with Denver Massey!

Hear live music at Jammin Java every Friday & Saturday this May!

An art-infused series of Friday evening “compact creativity festivals” that will take place in the Lower Ramble. Kick off the weekend with a burst of creativity and fun! The WEST series is being held in conjunction with the University of Arkansas Department of Music.

Music performers will celebrate the musical diversity found at the university. Concerts will feature jazz trios, Brazilian and Afro-Cuban music, Ozark ballads, classical ensembles, rock songs, medieval music and more!

Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere where they can unwind after a busy work week, enjoy strolling through the beautiful natural area and engage with their local arts community.

Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs to enjoy the performances and stay awhile. Arriving via the Razorback Greenway is encouraged, but parking is available at the Fayetteville Public Library’s south surface parking lot, as well as on-street parking along West Ave.

The series is free, open to the public and all ages are welcome.

1st Floor Stage

Delicious Food, Great Drinks, and Awesome Live Music with Gavin Sumrall!

“Canvas & Beats: Outdoor Art Jam” is a vibrant community event blending art and music.

Held outdoors, participants gather to paint on canvases under the open sky while enjoying live DJ sets. It’s a creative soirée where attendees can unleash their artistic expressions to the rhythm of eclectic beats.

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, everyone is welcome to join in the fun! With a mix of colors on palettes and tunes in the air, it’s an immersive experience that fosters creativity, connection, and good vibes.

So grab your brushes, feel the rhythm, and let your imagination flow at Canvas & Beats!

BONUS: This event is supporting our My-T Kid work force development program.

After playing hundreds of shows a year for more than a decade, Derrick Dove & the Peacekeepers released their first album to critical acclaim in 2018. The self-titled album reached #5 on the iTunes blues charts and had 5 songs chart in the top 100 in 4 different countries! 

Touring non-stop for the past 5 years, through personal struggles, through covid, through highs & lows, they are back with a new album!

 ‘Rough Time,’ was released in October of 2023 & debuted at #2 on the Blues Charts!

“Everybody has a rough time. Everybody has their own struggles, and sometimes it’s just not that easy to get over ‘em. The past few years have been rough. My fathers death, covid, and everything going on in the world right now. I was struggling for a long time and writing this new album helped me get thru it.” ~says Derrick

Rough Time has produced 4 #1 blues singles in 9 countries! The album has also garnered almost 2 million streams since its release in Oct 2023!

Brick Fields have won the hearts of loyal fans all over the world with tunes that are solid like a firm conviction. Brick Fields music is much more than blues, though. The Nashville Blues Society has called the Brick Fields sound “A cleansing of the soul”. They’ve also won folk, songwriting and regional music awards, and have been called “a treasure” and “NWA’s hardest working musical group,” by KUAF’s radio program Ozarks At Large.

Dawn, born and raised in Springdale, AR, is the daughter of Arkansas music legend, guitarist Earl Cate of the Cate Brothers Band. Dawn literally grew up in the business.  Gifted with a soaring voice that can channel and seamlessly meld influences such as Gladys Knight and Mavis Staples, Dawn got her start with regional favorites Earl’s Garage, sharing the stage with her brother, Devin Cate in venues ranging from Tulsa, OK  to Beale Street in Memphis, TN.  Now leading her own namesake band, Dawn continues to bring her powerful soul to the people. 

Join us at Boston Mountain Brewing & Supply from 7-9 pm for an evening of live music featuring the Southwinds Band! This talented cover band will be playing everybody’s favorite classic songs, so come on down and groove with us!

All ages are welcome and there is no cover charge. Don’t miss out on a great night of music and fun!

Join us for an all age family friendly event showcasing old school classics in all genres!

No cover

At JJ’s Grill Fayetteville we do free live music 6-8pm during the week and 8:30-11:30pm on Friday & Saturday!

Enjoy free live music 8:30-11:30 PM on Friday & Saturday. Check out who is playing this week at JJ’s Grill on Dickson.

DRINK! DANCE! REPEAT! with Denver Massey!

Hear live music at Jammin Java every Friday & Saturday this May!

Hear live music at Jammin Java every Friday & Saturday this May!

1st Floor Stage

Delicious Food, Great Drinks, and Awesome Live Music with Gavin Sumrall!

Tommy specializes in acoustic versions of classic ‘60s and ‘70s rock, especially Led Zeppelin. We recommend that you bring chairs or blankets to enjoy the music outdoors.

Funk Factory is a party band that covers a wide spectrum of music including soul, rock ‘n’ roll, jazz, modern pop, and country. Their high-energy lead vocalists have huge vocal ranges and even bigger personalities. They will have everybody, from the youngest to the oldest, on the dance floor all night long!

We are excited to welcome back Beau Stephens to the taproom for live music on May 25th.

The Velvet Crowns return to 612, playing original music and some fan favorite covers. We have some added several new tunes to our set list!

Hosted by Daniel Moody

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

One of the true leaders of the scene, Steph knows more about Tulsa history and Black Wall Street than any other artist. He often refers to himself as ‘Dick Rowland’ or ‘Dicky Ro’ and says he channels the spirit of Rowland in his rhymes.

 Steph is interested in the alchemy of turning tragedy to triumph, and has consistently done things to ‘reclaim’ or ‘flip’ some of the darker aspects of Tulsa’s past. That theme was a constant thread through his 2019 opus Born on Black Wall Street. For example, in his ‘Upside’ video Steph threw a party on the lawn of the ‘Brady Mansion’ – which was once the home of infamous KKK member and Tulsa business leader Tate Brady.  In 2019, Steph partnered with his childhood friend former NFL running back Felix Jones to create Skyline Star Records and turn the Brady Mansion into the Skyline Mansion.

The impact of Steph Simon on the city of Tulsa extends even beyond the music he makes. Simon, a father of two girls, is currently partnering with a North Tulsa school to create and implement a new hip-hop education program. Steph is also the creator of World Culture Music Fest, Oklahoma’s largest hip-hop festival and conference. Steph plans to release multiple new projects and music videos in 2020.

 Steph Simon is a dope AF hip-hop artist whose music is as authentic as his chilled, happy-go-lucky personality. 

His musical taste, coupled with his lyrical artistry, is smooth and cultivates a sound that’s uniquely Black Wall Street. This means his rhymes don’t sound like the dirty south rap, East Coast, or West Coast. Nor does Simon’s rap sound like the Midwest. Simon sounds like Simon. Or, I guess we could say, Steph Simon, sounds like Greenwood, Archer, and Pine. 

Award winning live music and Dueling Piano Show 8 pm – 1:30 am

Doors open at 7 pm. No cover.

Drink specials and food till 2 am.

At JJ’s Grill Fayetteville we do free live music 6-8pm during the week and 8:30-11:30pm on Friday & Saturday!

Enjoy free live music 8:30-11:30 PM on Friday & Saturday. Check out who is playing this week at JJ’s Grill on Dickson.

WE’RE RUNNING IT BACK FOR THE CULTURE!

THE RETURN OF HOUSE PARTY

• MAY 25 – 9PM – 2AM

Where it all began @smokeandbarrel
TICKETS ARE LIVE Check out our latest IG Story or click the link

Prepare to throw it back with strictly old-school HOUSE PARTY VIBES ONLY —

DANCE BATTLES CYPHERS SPECIAL PERFORMANCES BY:
@bboy_inner
@why.i.a
@poppinsunshine1

SOUNDS BY:
@djafrosia
@beatbachs

GRAB your crew 90’s threads and prepare for the ultimate ode to the House Party Series 

DRINK! DANCE! REPEAT! with Denver Massey!

Join us as we conclude our singer-songwriter miniseries with local duo, March to August!

Our three-part, Mountain Street Stage Singer-Songwriter series concludes with March to August, formerly known as Route 358.

Husband and wife, Derrick and Jodi Mears, play Americana-Roots music that pairs storytelling to a diverse array of influences. You can expect a variety of stringed instruments and captivating lyrics. You can find them online here.

This event will also be available for viewing and replay via our FPL livestream page.

Hosted by Lee Haight & Larry Long of Soldier Songs & Voices NWA

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

The jams will offer a safe space for all veterans to get together for playing, learning, and camaraderie.

The mission of Soldier Songs & Voices NWA is to foster a creative and supportive community of veterans through music instruction, performance, and outreach.

Jazz Sundays at Cork and Keg in Fayetteville! Every Sunday from 6-9pm.