Artosphere Festival celebrates art, music and nature with exciting performances, activities and events that the whole family can enjoy throughout May. Enjoy a multitude of Artosphere events located right here in Fayetteville!
We have three events that are perfect for the whole family, starting with Trout Fishing in American on Tuesday, May 7 at 6:30 pm. An Artosphere favorite event, Grammy®-nominated Trout Fishing in America, Ozark natives Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet return to Northwest Arkansas to perform the music that has captured the hearts and imaginations of audiences of all ages for more than four decades. Join us for a free family-friendly concert at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. Next up is Trail Mix, Artosphere’s signature event that features live art, music and activities for kids and families, on Friday, May 10 at 5 – 7 pm. The J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Gathering Glade at the Fayetteville Public Library and the Lower Ramble are the home of Trail Mix this year, exploring the convergence of art and nature in the forest canopy and pathways through Tanglewood Creek and Fay Jones Woods. Trail Mix is a free event that features Ragtaggle, Backyard Bugs, March to August and Harpist Devanee Williams, chalk artist Amber Perrodin and a special art activity led by Shannon Green.
On Saturday, May 11 at 8 pm, you can enjoy a curated screening by Fayetteville Film Fest. This screening features several short films by independent creators based on nature, enriching our understanding of the planet and sparking conversations about sustainability. Tickets are $15.
The Artosphere Festival Orchestra will perform for the first time this season on Tuesday, May 14 at 7 pm with American Soundscapes. The 90-member Artosphere Festival Orchestra will converge in Northwest Arkansas for its twelfth season. Under the baton of internationally acclaimed Maestro Corrado Rovaris, the AFO features premier musicians from major symphonies, prestigious ensembles and distinguished programs across the globe performing both classic and new works by leading composers. Don’t miss your chance to see this world-class orchestra for their final performances. Tickets are $10.
A special thank you to our Friends of Artosphere for their additional support. Artosphere Festival is sponsored by Walmart. Premier Artosphere Festival support is provided by Kelly & Marti Sudduth. Artosphere Festival Orchestra Principal support for Maestro Corrado Rovaris and Dover Quartet is provided by Reed and Mary Ann Greenwood. Artosphere Festival Orchestra Show Underwriters are Greg & Hannah Lee and Peter B. Lane & Barbara Putman. Artosphere Festival is made possible by Tyson Foods and the generosity of all our Friends of Artosphere.
With over 30 events in communities across Northwest Arkansas, Artosphere has something for everyone. Check out our website for a full listing of events including yoga sessions, shows and workshops for kids, music in the outdoors and so much more.
Tickets to these and other Artosphere performances and events can be purchased by visiting waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm.
Ticketed Performances
Dover Quartet
7 pm | Saturday, May 11 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Tickets: $15
Compagnia TPO’s ERBA – A Forest in the City
6:30 pm | Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15 | Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $10
Artosphere Festival Orchestra
Verdi’s Requiem
Corrado Rovaris, Musical Director
8 pm | Sunday, May 18 | Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $15-50
360 ALLSTARS
7 pm | Tuesday, May 21 | Walton Arts Center
Tickets: $10
Free Events and Performances
Recycled Bead Flowers Workshop
2 pm | Saturday, May 11 | Fayetteville Public Library Art & Movement Room
Paper Mums Workshop
4:30 pm | Thursday, May 16 | Fayetteville Public Library Teen Project Room
Nature Sensory Play
9:30 am | Friday, May 17 | Fayetteville Public Library Youth Craft Room
Jazz on the Mountain featuring Backbeat Jazz
6 pm | Thursday, May 23 | Mount Sequoyah, Fayetteville
Free but ticketed event
Partner and Artosphere-sponsored Events
First Thursday
Sponsored by Artosphere
5:30-9 pm | Thursday, May 2 | Downtown Fayetteville Square
Free
Arkansas Pottery Festival
May 3-5 | Community Creative Center, Fayetteville
Free
Railyard Live presents The Cate Brothers & The Nace Brothers
Sponsored by Artosphere
7 pm | Friday, May 3 | Butterfield Stage, Downtown Rogers
Tickets: Free-$30 available at railyardlive.com
Square 2 Square Starting Line featuring The Juice
Sponsored by Artosphere
7-9:30 am | Saturday, May 4 | Walker Park, Fayetteville
Square 2 Square registration is $35 for adults 14 and up / $20 for youth 13 and under
Register at Fayetteville-ar.gov
Yoga on the Glade
Sponsored by Artosphere
6 pm | Monday, May 6 | Fayetteville Public Library
Free
Artosphere presents Mountain Street Stage: Aaron Smith with Still on the Hill and Friends
Sponsored by Artosphere
2 pm | Sunday, May 12 | Fayetteville Public Library
Free
Artosphere Main Stage at Strawberry Festival
noon-6 pm | Sunday, May 19 | Downtown Fayetteville Square
Free
