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Fayetteville is a thriving community of 82,830 residents (2015 Census estimate). As the third largest city in Arkansas, Fayetteville provides all of the resources and advantages of a large city while maintaining a quality of life that remains true to its unique heritage. Fayetteville is the county seat of Washington County, Arkansas.
One-of-a-kind shopping, historic neighborhoods, exciting nightlife, live local music and fine arts, a nationally-recognized public library, sporting events, community theater, and thousands of acres of park land for a wide range of play, including fishing and free concerts, Fayetteville has something for everyone. In addition to the exciting events in the city, Fayetteville's location in the beautiful Ozark Mountains--including our lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails--provides wonderful scenic adventures for people who enjoy the outdoors.
With a thriving local economy, educated workforce, and loyal customer base, the number of jobs with in Fayetteville is consistently on the rise. Fayetteville is home to the flagship campus of The University of Arkansas, which has established itself as one of the top public research and academic institutions in the nation. Fayetteville Public Schools are Arkansas's leaders in both academics and athletics. Mix everything together with 200-plus days of sunshine each year, and you'll see why we are proud to call Fayetteville home, where life is great and the living is easy.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – A groundbreaking for the new Wilson Park Hub will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16. The hub, which includes a pavilion and restrooms, is meant to be a social gathering place for the park. It is intended to provide…
Read More »An additional $1.5 million has been allocated for the City of Fayetteville’s Childcare Assistance Program. This program launched in December 2022 with an original appropriation of $500,000 from the City’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)…
Read More »The City of Fayetteville’s Environmental Action Committee is now taking nominations for the 2023 Mayor’s Environmental Stewardship Award. This award recognizes excellence in environmental stewardship demonstrated through sustainable…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.— The City of Fayetteville will host a blood drive Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fayetteville’s Downtown Square. The blood drive is being held in partnership with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks…
Read More »Wilson Park Hub Wilson Park is one of Fayetteville's oldest and most popular parks. A new pavilion will be built in place of the existing restroom building. The new structure will include restrooms, a community information board, spaces for…
Read More »15th Annual Senior Giving Tree a Success December saw the return of our 15th annual Senior Giving Tree event! Staff dressed up and had fun serving apple cider and hot lunches to Fayetteville’s seniors. Along with lunch, staff facilitated…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – One of Fayetteville’s most popular parks will see several changes this year aimed at providing an even more enjoyable visitor experience. Several projects that will improve Wilson Park are set to begin next week.…
Read More »Click here to View More Information About City of Fayetteville Public Calendar Week of January 23,…
Read More »Day of Racial Healing presentation Good Afternoon, The Day of Racial Healing presentation scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 12:00pm will be a hybrid meeting with a Zoom option: Registration Link:…
Read More »Click Here To View The City of Fayetteville Financial Report For November 2022
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The City of Fayetteville has been named a 2022 Trendsetter City, as well as a 2022 Volunteer Community of the Year. Fayetteville received both awards at an awards luncheon held Thursday, Jan. 12, during the Arkansas…
Read More »Holland Park The neighborhood near Hollard Park looks forward to welcoming a brand new swing set feature along with new playground surfacing. The work is scheduled to be complete in the coming weeks. Frozen Toes 5K/15K Don’t miss your…
Read More »An arctic blast will be pushing into Northwest Arkansas later this week with wind chills well below zero. With these extreme temperatures, Fayetteville Animal Services is encouraging pet owners to prepare now. In order to avoid any harm to your…
Read More »Fayetteville named first gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community in Arkansas The League of American Bicyclists has honored the City of Fayetteville with a gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community designation for its commitment to improving cycling…
Read More »E. Spring St (Between N. College Ave & N. Mill Ave) Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 8:00am- 3:00pm The City of Fayetteville Water & Sewer Department will be installing a water service on E. Spring St (Between N. College Ave & N.…
Read More »W. Clinton Dr (Between S. Stadium Dr & Harmon Ave) Wednesday, December 14, 2022 from 8:00am- 3:00pm The City of Fayetteville Water & Sewer Department will be installing a water service on W. Clinton Dr (Between S. Stadium Dr & Harmon…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A new Childcare Assistance Program is available to eligible families who live, work or go to school in Fayetteville. The program was approved at the Dec. 6, 2022, Fayetteville City Council meeting with an appropriation of…
Read More »White Elephant 5K and 1M The “White Elephant 5K and 1 mile” race happens this Saturday, December 10th on the Fayetteville Square. Join us for this tacky, jolly, holiday themed run/walk that you and your family or friends will not want…
Read More »The Monthly Reports for the City of Fayetteville are now
available on the website.
You can also use the link below to access the reports.
https://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/2474
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — City of Fayetteville Animal Services and Best Friends Animal Society are teaming up for a holiday adoption extravaganza on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 9-10. National Adoption Weekend is a collaborative weekend-long event…
Read More »The City of Fayetteville will host a blood drive Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fayetteville’s Downtown Square. The blood drive is being held in partnership with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), who will have its…
Read More »Due to technical difficulties with the City Website we were unable to publish the calendar Thursday afternoon as scheduled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. Please see the Public Calendar link for the week of 11/21/22. Thank…
Read More »The City of Fayetteville is asking residents to provide feedback on its drafted Park System Master Plan, which aims to set the vision and guide the Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs Department’s efforts over the next 10 years.…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The City of Fayetteville will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Nov. 17, to celebrate the completion of the first phase of the Sain Street Extension project, which has connected E. Sain St. and N. Vantage Drive…
Read More »The Park System Master Plan Design Workshop scheduled for Wednesday, November 16th at Noon will be held virtually through Zoom. Please visit the City of Fayetteville website for the Zoom…
Read More »Click here to View More Information About City of Fayetteville Public Calendar Week of November 14,…
Read More »The Monthly Reports for the City of Fayetteville are now available on the website. You can also use the site below to access the reports. …
Read More »The Monthly Reports for the City of Fayetteville are now available on the website. You can also use the link below to access the reports. …
Read More »COMMUNITY RESOURCES: AUTUMN 2022 NEWSLETTER Would you like to find out more information about Community Resources, including past and future news, notes and a whole lot more? Our Community Resources Outreach Quarterlies will keep you up-to-date!…
Read More »Lights of the Ozarks Spectacular Display The installation process for Lights of the Ozarks on Fayetteville's Historic Square has officially begun. Each year the Fayetteville Parks and Recreation workers spend roughly 3,300 hours decorating the…
Read More »Fayetteville Animal Services today is kicking off a month-long celebration to honor our amazing community of pet lovers. Throughout November, it will offer the following ways for residents to engage with, and help, the City’s animal shelter:…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The City of Fayetteville will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony and walking tour Monday, Nov. 7, to celebrate the completion of the Mission-Razorback Connector bikeway. The event will begin at 4 p.m. at the intersection of…
Read More »The City of Fayetteville is excited to announce two family friendly Halloween events that will be held in the Lower Ramble, both of which are free and open to the public. Trick or Treat on the Square, a Halloween-costumed celebration, will be held…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — For everyone’s safety, Fayetteville Animal Services is reminding people to follow the City’s leash law, which applies to all dogs and cats when off the owner’s property. In addition, aside from the…
Read More »Fall Fridays at the Ramble Join us every Friday in October from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., weather permitting for a free event series full of fun and exciting opportunities for the entire family to enjoy. Settled between pockets of restored…
Read More »The City of Fayetteville invites applications from artists of all kinds to implement an activation, class, performance or installation in the Lower Ramble during the months of October, November and/or December. The goal of activations in the Lower…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The City of Fayetteville will hold its annual Celebration of Trees giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Spring Street Parking Garage. Beginning at 7 a.m., City staff and the Urban Forestry Advisory Board will give out…
Read More »Fayetteville Residents Invited to Provide Ideas for Underwood Community Park The City of Fayetteville is beginning work on a master plan to develop the new Underwood Community Park, located on a portion of the former Razorback Park Golf Course.…
Read More »The City of Fayetteville Recycling and Trash Collection Division will host a Bulky Waste Cleanup. Detailed information on what is accepted can be found on the City’s website at https://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/743/Bulky-Waste. Bulky Waste…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.—The City of Fayetteville will host a blood drive Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fayetteville’s Downtown Square. The blood drive is being held in partnership with the Community Blood Center of the…
Read More »FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A section of the Oak Ridge Trail at the intersection of Center Street and Harmon Avenue will close Monday, Sept. 12, to bicycle and pedestrian use. The closure is necessary for the construction of intersection…
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