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CONCERTS AND SURPRISES



Upcoming Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra (APO) concert performances, plus surprise* in-person and virtual events and mash-ups are listed here with regular updates. You can register for the APO e-newsletter, above, to be sure you don't miss any of these appearances, free or otherwise.
 
Better still, you can guarantee your seat at every concert when you become a Friend of the APO.

*Maybe you're wondering how it can be a ‘surprise' when we're openly advertising it here! Good point … we've always been better at hosting good times than keeping secrets. Still, you might be surprised how much fun your whole family has, experiencing the classics in new ways.
 

APYO in Concert

 

The Arkansas Philharmonic Youth Orchestra presents their Fall 2025 Concert at the Thaden School Performing Arts Center. 

 

NOVEMBER 17, 2025

Thaden School Performing Arts Center

$5 Students | $15 Adults

Member Tickets Free

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AMERICAN ESSENCE

 

The APO presents a captivating program of American masterpieces, featuring George Walker’s poignant lament, an excerpt of Florence Price’s powerful Symphony No. 1, and George Gershwin’s jazzy Piano Concerto in F performed by the a featured guest pianist.

 

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Thaden School Performing Arts Center

$50 Adults | Students (Pay What You Can)

 

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ELLIS ISLAND: DREAM OF AMERICA

 

The APO presents a powerful program features Carlos Simon’s moving contemporary work and Peter Boyer’s Ellis Island: Dream of America, a multimedia tribute blending music, theater, and history to honor the immigrants whose hopes and dreams shaped the nation.

 

FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Thaden School Performing Arts Center

$50 Adults | Students (Pay What You Can)

 

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APYO in Concert

 

The Arkansas Philharmonic Youth Orchestra presents their Spring 2026 Concert at the Thaden School Performing Arts Center. 

 

MAY 2, 2026

Thaden School Performing Arts Center

$5 Students | $15 Adults

Member Tickets Free

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The Bike Inn

 

The Bike Inn, Bentonville founded by Jeremy & Tiffany Rose. The Roses are now Full-time Hoteliers and bring their passion & excitement of both Hosting and the Outdoors to help travelers and locals alike make memories and friends while on their Vacations & Staycations. "We thank you for trusting us to be your Basecamp while you're exploring all NW Arkansas has to offer."

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Beer and Hymns


Beer & Hymns began in 2016 as a small gathering on a brewery patio in Bentonville, Arkansas. As interest grew, so did our vision to expand its scope. By summer 2018, Beer & Hymns was a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit funneling money from monthly fundraising events to local charitable organizations. A year later, crowds topping 300 packed into venues, eager to experience the magic of coming together to make our community a more caring and hopeful place.

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University of Arkansas Inspirational Chorale


The mission of the Inspirational Chorale is to keep the black sacred music tradition alive. The ensemble provides a forum where university students, regardless of ethnicity, can perform the various genres of the tradition. 

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Trike Theatre


Northwest Arkansas' professional theatre for youth that provides professional theatre productions, literacy integrated drama residencies and drama academy programs.The mission of Trike Theatre is to Cultivate Creativity, Build Character, and Strengthen Community through its vision of transforming the lives of young people through exceptional theatre experiences.
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Thaden School


We provide a balanced and challenging education that ignites in our students a passion for discovery and learning, prepares them to succeed in college, and inspires them to lead lives of integrity, purpose, and responsible global citizenship.
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