Feel the holiday buzz in Bella Vista! Discover all the festive events and activities with our guide. Whether you're a Bella Vista regular or a once-in-a-lifetime visitor, this guide maximizes your holiday fun.
One highlight of the season is the Fayetteville Square Holiday Market, where local artisans and vendors come together to showcase unique gifts, delicious treats, and holiday cheer. Another notable event is the Bella Vista Arts & Crafts Festival, featuring a vibrant array of handmade crafts perfect for holiday gifting. And don’t forget the Jones Center Holiday Market, a community favorite known for its lively atmosphere and delightful seasonal offerings. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Bella Vista
- Fayetteville Square Holiday Market (Fayetteville)
- Bella Vista Arts & Crafts Festival
- Jones Center Holiday Market (Springdale)
- Railyard Market (Rogers)
- Downtown Rogers – Railyard (Christmas Lights) (Rogers)
- Basin Spring Park (Christmas Lights) (Eureka Springs)
- Crescent Hotel (Christmas Lights) (Eureka Springs)
See these and even more events listed below!
Bella Vista Holiday Light Displays
Downtown Rogers – Railyard (Christmas Lights)
What to Expect:
Synchronized light display on historic marketplace buildings.
Description:
Downtown Rogers – Railyard features a vibrant display of Christmas lights illuminating the historic marketplace, creating a festive atmosphere.
Where: Rogers | More Info: Downtown Rogers – Railyard (Christmas Lights)
Basin Spring Park (Christmas Lights)
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremony in a historic park setting.
Description:
Join us in Basin Spring Park for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, a festive event that marks the beginning of the holiday season in Eureka Springs. The ceremony features the lighting of the Christmas tree, creating a beautiful and joyful atmosphere for all attendees.
Where: Eureka Springs | More Info: Basin Spring Park (Christmas Lights)
Crescent Hotel (Christmas Lights)
What to Expect:
Unique holiday light display with various family activities.
Description:
The Crescent Hotel transforms into a vibrant holiday setting with thousands of lights, festive decorations, and family-friendly activities like Santa's Breakfast, Gingerbread House Making, and a Candy Cane Hunt. Enjoy sleigh rides, ice skating, and holiday-themed drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
Where: Eureka Springs | More Info: Crescent Hotel (Christmas Lights)
Bella Vista Holiday Markets and Shopping
Fayetteville Square Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Unique, handcrafted items and local vendors.
Description:
The Fayetteville Square Holiday Market is an annual event featuring unique handcrafted holiday wreaths, artisan crafts, and baked goods. Local vendors, live music, and food trucks create a lively atmosphere perfect for finding unique gifts and enjoying the holiday spirit.
Where: Fayetteville | More Info: Fayetteville Square Holiday Market
Jones Center Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday market with diverse activities and shopping.
Description:
The Jones Center Holiday Market offers a variety of activities and shopping opportunities, including fitness classes, bike festivals, and kids' classes, all set in a vibrant community space.
Where: Springdale | More Info: Jones Center Holiday Market
Railyard Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans selling handmade goods in a community setting.
Description:
The Winter Market NWA at Railyard and Butterfield Park in Rogers, AR, features local makers selling handmade goods and seasonal items in a vibrant community setting.
Where: Rogers | More Info: Railyard Market
Bella Vista Other Holiday Activities
Bella Vista Arts & Crafts Festival
What to Expect:
Professional BBQ competition with IBCA teams competing in chicken, pork spareribs, and brisket categories.
Description:
The Bella Vista Arts & Crafts Festival is a premier event featuring a vibrant arts and crafts fair, professional BBQ competition, and a Saturday night concert by country music artist Ryan Daniel. The festival offers a diverse range of handmade goods, electrical spaces for vendors, and a non-juried, no-commission vendor registration process.
Where: Bella Vista | More Info: Bella Vista Arts & Crafts Festival
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Bentonville (8 miles)
- Rogers (13 miles)
- Joplin (44 miles)