Things To Do
Northwest Arkansas Naturals
Springdale is home to the Northwest Arkansas Naturals — the Kansas City Royals’ AA affiliate. The Naturals play 70 home games at award-winning Arvest Ballpark during a season that stretches from April to Labor Day. There’s exciting Texas League action featuring many future Major Leaguers. Nightly promotions, including post-game fireworks every Friday home game, make a night at the ballpark great family fun. Tours and group sales are available.
NWA Naturals Website
479. 927.4900
The Jones Center
The Jones Center is the premier family recreational center in the Midwest. Featuring the region’s only ice rink, you can take advantage of daily public skating sessions and very affordable user and skate rental fees. The Jones Center offers something for everyone. Recreational facilities include a large indoor lap pool, indoor leisure pool with a winding slide and mushroom waterfall, fitness room, and a gymnasium with an indoor track.
The Jones Center Website
479.756.8090
Shiloh Museum of Ozark History
Shiloh Museum Website
479.750.8165
Razorback Regional Greenway
Razorback Regional Greenway Website
Arkansas & Missouri Railroad
Grab a window seat to history when you board the beautifully restored passenger trains of the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad. You’ll travel in the style of a bygone era. Crossing trestles with views for miles, your journey will take you all the way to the top of the scenic Boston Mountains. Board from the Downtown Springdale depot and experience the Golden Age of Travel.
Arkansas & Missouri Railroad Website
479.725.4017
Parsons Stadium
Ranked as one of America’s best outdoor rodeos, the Rodeo of the Ozarks pits professionals against some of the country’s top livestock every summer. In addition to the Rodeo of the Ozarks, Parsons Stadium also plays host to bull riding, spring demolition derbies, monster truck racing series, carnivals and more.
Parsons Stadium Website
479.756.0464
Beaver Lake
Water sports, hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and more are minutes away from Springdale on the clear waters of Beaver Lake. With a 500-mile shoreline, this Corps of Engineers lake winds through more than 70 miles of scenic Northwest Arkansas and offers spectacular access to our state’s natural beauty. Learn about Arkansas’ largest state park by visiting the Hobbs State Park Conservation Area visitor center.
Beaver Lake Website
479.636.1210
State & National Parks
Buffalo National River Website
Devil’s Den State Park Website
Hobbs State Park Website
Withrow Springs State Park Website
Pea Ridge National Military Park Website
Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park Website
Crystal Bridges
Works of our nation’s most famous artists are on display at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. With a collection spanning five centuries of American masterworks ranging from the Colonial era to current day (including Norman Rockwell’s “Rosie the Riveter”), this stunning museum charges no admission to its permanent collection. There’s just as much to see along the museum’s trails including tours of famous Frank Lloyd Wright’s Bachman-Wilson House. Closed Tuesdays. Combine your trip with a stop at the adjacent Scott Family Amazeum.
Crystal Bridges Museum Website
479.418.5700
Scott Family Amazeum
Hands-on discovery will delight children of all ages at the Scott Family Amazeum, located adjacent to the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. The region’s newest museum brings learning to life, enhancing family involvement while evoking a sense of curiosity and discovery. Interactive exhibits engage visitors with the lands, industries and people that built and sustain the Arkansas culture. The museum is open every day but Tuesday. Free admission for kids 2 and under.
Amazeum Website
479.696.9280
