First Friday Live
Presented by Walmart
April - October | 3:00 - 9:00pm | Bentonville Square
The 2026 First Friday season-long theme is "First Friday Live" - with a focus on live music, entertainment and interactive experiences.
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Next Adventure: April First Friday
April 3, 2026 | First Friday Live
We’re kicking off the season in a BIG way—bringing the community together for an unforgettable night in the heart of downtown. And yes, it’s completely FREE.
150+ vendor booths featuring artists, makers, food, local businesses & more will open at 3 p.m. including carnival games, kids activities and live music at 5 p.m.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bentonville First Friday is a free, family-friendly community event held on the Bentonville Square and surrounding downtown streets. Each month features live music, local vendors, food trucks, activities, and themed programming.
Food trucks open at 11:00 AM, vendors open at 3:00 PM, and live music begins at 5:00 PM. Festivities continue until 9:00 PM.
Events take place in Downtown Bentonville, centered around the Square and nearby streets.
Yes! First Friday is open to the public and free to attend?
Absolutely! First Friday welcomes all ages and often includes kids’ activities, games, and interactive experiences.
Well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome outdoors.
Vendor and community partner applications open seasonally.
Yes — free public parking is available throughout downtown, including garages and street parking.
First Friday is rain or shine unless severe weather requires cancellation. Updates are shared on Downtown Bentonville Inc.’s social channels.