Does your dog walk with the grace of Miss United States? Do they have the personality of Miss Congeniality? This is your chance to show off your pretty pup at this year's Dogtoberfest Pageant! Costumes are highly encouraged.

And remember, pawrents: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and every dog is beautiful.

A percentage of proceeds will go towards rescuing animals right here in Fayetteville. Sign up today!

Join NWA School for Dogs for Hokey Pokey at the top of every hour and Musical Chairs at each half hour. Free to join, compete for prizes and enjoy some friendly (and furry) competition for dogs and their owners.

Step back in time to celebrate Arkansas Folk Culture at Fayetteville Falltoberfest! Join us as we transform the Walton Art Center’s Rose Garden into a vibrant celebration of folk art, featuring handmade and handcrafted folk artists, interactive activations, and live music by March to August.

Presented by Signature Bank, enjoy the shade and a take on a more traditional Oktoberfest at the German Traditions Tent with music, food, and beer.

Schedule:

• 1:00 Sprechen wir Deutsch! Learn some basic German phrases.

• 2:00 Tracht Trends: Learn about traditional clothing.

• 3:00 Bier Basics: Learn how to pronounce basic terms around beer

• 3:30 Germans in Arkansas: Fun facts about state history 

• 4:00 Bavaria 101: Learn about the home of Oktoberfest with a native Bavarian

• 5:00 Sprechen wir Deutsch! Learn some basic German phrases

This year we’ll be featuring two different Fayetteville breweries, Fossil Cove and Fayetteville Beer Works.

Calling all charismatic men to the stage! Get ready to compete for the most coveted title in Fayetteville.

Past categories have included: lip syncing, belching on command, wet t-shirt contests, and more!

Think you’ve got a shot? Sign up today! This 21+ event will take place at Kingfish from 4-6pm.

Help celebrate Terra Studios’ 50th anniversary by crafting a creature of your own out of clay! The day’s favorites will go home with them to be proudly displayed next to their own signature clay creations.

While there’ll be no shortage of alcoholic beverages, we’re turning up the creativity with a special challenge! Local mixologists will be crafting alcohol-free concoctions that are every bit as bold, fun, and flavorful, so everyone can raise a glass and enjoy! Expect to see bold creations from Pinpoint, Cheers, The Guisinger, and more!

From 2-3pm in the Upper Ramble, dance or just in enjoy the show. Beginner’s welcome!

Take a spin in the Art Court with Starlight Skatium. You have the choice roller skate or roller blade through one of Downtown’s most eye-catching art pieces. You’re not going to want to miss this opportunity!

This limited-time Italian restaurant, is not to be snoozed on. The Yazzetti’s mean business. We’re talking imported dough, top-secret family sauce recipes, and a delightful sweet couple cooking it all. This ain’t ya mama’s pasta, it’s Yazzetti’s.