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Fayetteville Strawberry Festival
May 16 & 17, 2026
If you’re looking for one of the best spring festivals in Fayetteville, the annual Fayetteville Strawberry Festival is a can’t-miss event. Hosted by the Downtown Fayetteville Coalition, this beloved community celebration returns to the Historic Downtown Square for a weekend filled with local flavor, live music, and family-friendly fun.
Now in its third year, the festival serves as a free, vibrant kickoff to summer in Northwest Arkansas—bringing together visitors and locals alike to experience the region’s food, culture, and creativity.
Kick Off the Weekend: Strawberry Street Dance
Start your weekend on Saturday, May 16, from 6:00–10:00 p.m. with the Strawberry Street Dance under the stars in downtown Fayetteville.
Enjoy live performances from Jukebox Confessions and Texas country artist Nick Taylor as you dance the night away in the heart of the city. It’s the perfect way to ease into a weekend of celebration.
Sunday Main Event: Fayetteville Strawberry Festival
On Sunday, May 17, from noon to 6:00 p.m., downtown Fayetteville transforms into a lively festival hub packed with entertainment, shopping, and delicious treats.
2026 Strawberry Pie Baking Competition Winners
Most Creative Winners:
01
Strawberry Rhubarb
Priscilla Mambe
Additional Winners:
Most Instagrammable
Strawberry Six Ways
Joey Bielik
02
Black Bottom Strawberry Pie
Gracie Young
Best Traditional Winners:
03
Strawberry Key Lime Pie
Taylor Clements
01
Ralph’s Old Fashioned Strawberry Pie
Suzanne Wyatt
02
Berry Tasty
Michele Clements
Best Pie Art
Berry The Hatchet
Kelly Syer
03
Debbie Lyn’s Strawberry Pie
Madelynn Greene
Most Out of the Pie Box
Everything But The Picnic Basket
Amberly Schaffer
Our 2026 Dog Paw-ty Parade Costume Winners
Best Small Dog Costume
Best Large Dog Costume
Best Owner/Dog Look Alike
Thank You To Our Sponsors
We’d like to give a huge thank you to all of our Fayetteville Strawberry Festival sponsors! Without their support, these amazing events would not be possible. They’re helping us make downtown everyone’s favorite place to be!
Tell Us What You Think!
We’re looking to make the Fayetteville Strawberry Festival even better next year! We would love to know more about your experience as an attendee at the link below: