Conway 'Life in 3D' Art Walk, Back-To-School Events & Savings + Your Weekend Guide
Plus live music events, community shoutouts, new business moves, and more!
Hello, Conway neighbors! 👋
After a brief mid-week dip in temperatures, it looks like summer is set to make a roaring comeback with highs creeping back up to triple-digits as we head into the weekend.
Grab a spot in the shade, and let’s dive into what’s happening in Conway this week.
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🎨 Downtown Conway “Life in 3D” Art Walk
Get ready to kick off your weekend with one of our favorite monthly traditions!
Tomorrow evening, downtown Conway comes alive for the August edition of the Conway Art Walk.
Running from along Oak and Front Streets, this month’s featured theme is “Life in 3D”.
Experience multi-dimensional artwork, live sculpting, interactive installations, and pop-up artist displays setup inside and outside local storefronts.
Plus, evening shopping specials, street-side acoustic music, and small-batch treats.
It’s a completely free, family-friendly event that provides the perfect excuse to explore downtown, support local artists, and grab dinner on a patio with friends.
📅 Friday, August 7
⏲ 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📅 Your Weekend Guide
Plan something fun in Conway this weekend! (Alway verify times and schedules before attending)
Friday, August 7
👚 Rhea Lana’s Back-to-School/Fall & Winter Shopping Event! | Conway Expo Center
🎭 9-5 The Musical | Red Curtain Theater
🃏 Commander Night - Conway | Game Goblins
🃏 Friday Night Modern! | Trainer J’s
🤠 Beginner Line Dancing w/Rowdy Roundabout Dancing | Faulkner County Library
🎶 Goodfella, Sex Image, Midnight Heist, Argwiothipitation | Full Moon Records
🎤 Friday Night Karaoke | Bear’s Den Pizza
🎸 Cam Davis Band LIVE | Kings Live Music
🎤 Chris Baker LIVE | JJ’s Grill
🎶 Mama Tryde LIVE | TC's Midtown Grill
🎸 Taylor & Tyler LIVE | The Rogue Roundabout
Saturday, August 8
⛪ Community Organizing & Advocacy Workshop (League of Women Voters & NAACP Faulkner County) | Faulkner County Library
👚 Rhea Lana’s Back-to-School/Fall & Winter Shopping Event! | Conway Expo Center
🏀 Sandra's Promise Back to School Basketball Tournament | Don Owens Sports Center
🌿 Downtown Conway Farmer’s Market | 718 Parkway St
📸 Back to School Minis- Vintage School house | 1050 Bob Courtway Dr. Ste. 107
👨🌾 Conway Farmer’s Market | Antioch Baptist Church
🎭 9-5 The Musical | Red Curtain Theater
🐱🚀 Wampus Cat’s Welcome Back Bash | Conway High School
🎶 Catalyst Fest - Presented by Dead Party | Full Moon Records
🃏 Pokemon Standard Tournament | Trainer J’s
🎭 The Hobbit Pre-Release Event | Trainer J’s
🧠 Trivia Night and Karaoke | Bear’s Den Pizza
🎸 Wunderpus LIVE | Kings Live Music
🎶 Chris Baker Band LIVE | TC’s Midtown Grill
Sunday, August 9
🏀 Sandra’s Promise Back to School Basketball Tournament | Don Owens Sports Center
🎭 9-5 The Musical | Red Curtain Theater
♟️ The Hobbit Pre-Release Event | Trainer J’s
🏋️ Kids Club | Trainer J’s
🎸 Open Jam with 10K Mistake | TC's Midtown Grill
🏫 CHS Educator Named State Teacher of the Year Finalist
Conway Public Schools has a major reason to celebrate this week!
Conway High School social studies teacher Brick Cullum was officially named one of the Top 15 Finalists for the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year award.
This statewide recognition is a reminder of the incredible teaching talent guiding our youth right here in Conway.
Congratulations, Mr. Cullum! 🎉
🧵 Business Spotlight: Seams Sew Crazy
Conway’s local sewing scene is getting a fresh look!
The Sewing Center Etc. has been rebranded as Seams Sew Crazy, and the new shop soft-opened its doors on August 1 at its spacious new home in the Townsend Center.
The new shop will offer:
Expanded Machine Options & Repairs: In-house maintenance and repair services for all machine brands.
New Fabric Lines & Fine Textiles: Expanded selection of premium fabrics, specialty garment, and heirloom textiles.
Classes & Services: The new space is designed to support sewists of every skill level.
While doors are open now, Seams Sew Crazy will host its official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Friday, August 14.
📍 2665 Donaghey Ave, Ste 106, Conway
💻 Website | Facebook
🥛 “Our Last Summer” Almond Latte
If you are looking for a delicious, hand-crafted caffeine kick to conquer the August heat, head over to T.H.I.N.K. Coffee.
They are known for their creative and inventive drink menu, and “Our Last Summer” does not disappoint.
It’s crafted using almond latte with white chocolate cold foam, topped with frosted Animal Cracker topping! Yum!! 😋
It’s a fun, summer-heat-beating treat that chain drive-thrus just can’t match.
📍 2125 Harkrider Street
💻 Website | Facebook
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🐱🚀 Get Ready For The Wampus Cat’s Welcome Back Bash!
Conway Public Schools is officially kicking off the 2026–2027 school year with its annual district-wide Wampus Cat Welcome Back Bash!
This highly anticipated event brings local families together to celebrate the end of summer and prepare students for a successful year ahead.
Mark your calendars and get ready for an evening filled with community connection, administrative meet-and-greets, and tons of family fun.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Conway High School Indoor Facility & Parking Lot
🎟 Admission: Free to attend
👀 Looking Ahead
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events.
August 13: Live Music: Bree Ogden – Free evening acoustic set at JJ’s Grill Conway.
August 14: Live Music: Jonivan Jones - Live music night and craft beer at The Rogue Roundabout
August 14: Coffeehouse Concert Series: An intimate acoustic evening held at the Faulkner County Library to support a local cause.
August 15: ChickenPaw Plantery Pop-Up – Plant pop-up sale on the patio at The Rogue Roundabout.
⭐ Thats a Wrap, Conway
That’s it for this week Conway, if you are attending any outdoor events this weekend, don’t forget your sunscreen.
We’ll be back next Thursday with more Conway news and happenings.