Presented by Arkansas Music Experience, in partnership with Experience Fayetteville and the Downtown Fayetteville Coalition, the inaugural Arkansas Music Week will spotlight the rich musical culture of our state through live music showcases, exhibits, and special events across downtown Fayetteville. Set for September 14-21, 2025, Highlights include local and regional artist performances, immersive music exhibitions, and the internationally recognized Music Cities Convention—all happening in one unforgettable week. Come celebrate the past, present, and future of Arkansas music!

Music Cities Convention
Graduate by Hilton 70 N East Ave, Fayetteville, United StatesThe Music Cities Convention will celebrate its 10th anniversary in Fayetteville, Arkansas—a vibrant college town that is home to one of the oldest and longest-running live music venues in Arkansas - George's...

Oak Street Live at Kingfish
Kingfish 262 N School Ave, Fayetteville, ARJoin us on one of Fayetteville's chillest patios as you enjoy the vibes from Oak Street Live!

Music Cities Convention Closing Reception
George's Majestic Lounge 519 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR, United States5:40PM–6:40 PM: Dylan Earl 7:00PM–8:00 PM: Erin Enderlin Historic Dyess, the Boyhood Home of Johnny Cash is proud to present two outstanding Arkansas musicians, Dylan Earl and Erin Enderlin, both...

Jam Etiquette with Jonathan DerGazarian
Prairie Street Live 509 W Prairie St, Fayetteville, ARJamming doesn’t have to feel like cracking a complicated math equation! With the right tips and tricks, improv can be fun, fluid, and unforgettable—for both the band and the audience....

Carolina Mendoza Live at Kingfish
Kingfish 262 N School Ave, Fayetteville, ARJoin us on one of Fayetteville's chillest patios as you enjoy the vibes from Carolina Mendoza!

Fayetteville Film Fest Presents: Tomorrows Too Late – Documentary Screening & Live Performance
The Fayetteville Public Library 401 W. Mountain St., Fayetteville, AR, United StatesIn a never before seen way, we are invited to see up close and intimately the changes a transgender person may experience during a medical transition. Having carved out a...

Darren Ray Memorial Happy Hour Concert
George's Majestic Lounge 519 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR, United States
Payton Joy Official Live at Jammin Java
Jammin Java 21 N Block Ave, Fayetteville, ARIt's Arkansas Music Week! Friday night's don't get much better than live music in Fayetteville with your crew. Come hang with me and mine!

West Street Live: The 1 Oz. Jig & Friends – A Tribute to The Last Waltz
Walton Arts Center 495 W Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR, United StatesAn all-star group of local and regional musicians, led by The 1 Oz. Jig, performs a tribute to The Band’s legendary 1976 farewell concert The Last Waltz. Just as in...

Red McAdam & Charlie P. Jones Live at Kingfish
Kingfish 262 N School Ave, Fayetteville, ARIt's Arkansas Music Week! Join us on one of Fayetteville's chillest patios as you enjoy the vibes from Red McAdam & Charlie P. Jones!

Dead Horse Mountain Band Live at Jammin Java
Jammin Java 21 N Block Ave, Fayetteville, ARIt's Arkansas Music Week! DEAD HORSE MOUNTAIN BAND!!! Join us 9/20, and enjoy some great music on the patio!

Non-Profit Picknic with Melissa Carper at PSL
Prairie Street Live 509 W Prairie St, Fayetteville, ARJoin us for a heart-centered afternoon of music, community, and purpose, dedicated to raising funds for Natural State of Being—a nonprofit founded by Melissa Carper that provides lodging, rehabilitation, and...