Saving Northwest Arkansas’ homeless pets

Every event you attend is a chance to make a lifesaving difference for dogs and cats and get us closer to ending the killing of pets in shelters. Bonus? You’ll meet caring, passionate, like-minded people who care about animals, too!

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Upcoming events

Ready to have fun and save lives? There’s always something happening here at Best Friends in Northwest Arkansas. Join us!

6 upcoming events

* = registration required

Jun 18 Thursday

AWF and CB cuddle party

5:00pm–6:00pm CT

Times and details to come

Jun 19 Friday

Bentonville Film Festival

8:00am–9:00pm CT

Pending: Tabling with fosters, kittens, and program animals.

Location: The Momentary

507 SE E St
Bentonville, AR 72712
United States

Jun 20 Saturday

Juneteenth 30th Anniversary Celebration

11:00am–3:00pm CT

Location: The Ramble

Dickson Street
Fayetteville, AR
United States

Jun 20 Saturday

Paws & Pumps Drag Show *

4:00pm–6:30pm CT

Get ready for a night of sparkle, sass, and lifesaving impact at Paws and Pumps!

Get ready for a night of sparkle, sass, and lifesaving impact at Paws and Pumps! Celebrate Pride with an unforgettable drag show featuring dazzling performances, upbeat music, and plenty of personality — all in support of pets in need. Guests will enjoy an evening filled with entertainment, community, and opportunities to meet our adoptable animals. Whether you’re a longtime drag fan or simply looking for a fun and meaningful night out, Paws and Pumps is the perfect way to celebrate love, self-expression, and the bond between people and pets.

Location: Volunteer Bridge, Best Friends Pet Resource Center

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Jun 25 Thursday

Kitty Bingo *

5:00pm–6:00pm CT

Join Best Friends Animal Society for Kitty Bingo, a meow-velous twist on a classic game!

Join Best Friends Animal Society for Kitty Bingo, a meow-velous twist on a classic game! This is cat-themed bingo featuring cute kitty designs and fun prizes. Whether you’re a cat lover, bingo enthusiast, or just looking for a sweet way to spend your evening, this event is sure to be a paws-itively good time. Spots are limited, so register today! 🌸🎉 🎟️ Tickets: This event is FREE, but space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot in advance. Please register every member of your party that plans to come. Registered guests must check in within 10 minutes of start time, or their spot may not be guaranteed. If you need to cancel your registration, please email eventsnwa@bestfriends.org.

Location: Volunteer Bridge, Best Friends Pet Resource Center

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Jun 26 Friday

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Jun 27 Saturday

NWA Pride Festival

See details for times

This year's festival, taking place from June 26th to the 28th, celebrates the 20th anniversary of the founding of NWA Equality.

Location: Dickson Street, Upper Ramble

251 N West Ave
Fayetteville, AR 72701
United States

Friday, June 26: 6:00pm–10:30pm CT

Saturday, June 27: 12:00pm–5:00pm CT

More ways you can help animals in Northwest Arkansas

You create a happier, healthier, more inclusive community for both people and pets when you foster, volunteer, advocate for, and adopt animals in shelters.

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Foster a pet

Fostering a pet is a short-term commitment with long-term impact. By opening your home to a dog or cat for even a few days, you can save lives. 

The fun of fostering a pet

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Volunteer to save pets

Volunteers — passionate, caring people like you — are the heartbeat of our organization. Whatever your interests, there’s a way you can help here in Northwest Arkansas.

Becoming a lifesaving volunteer

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Adopt a pet

When you adopt a homeless dog or cat from a shelter or rescue group in Northwest Arkansas, you’re making a lifesaving difference for a loving and grateful animal.

Find adoptable dogs and cats

Join a local team of advocates

We make the most change for animals when we work together, which is why we formed the Best Friends 2025 Action Team. Once you sign up for the 2025 Action Team, you’ll receive emails with more ways you can help save homeless pets.

Let’s be friends!

Connect with us on social media to stay in the loop about the lifesaving progress we’re making together, hear about upcoming events, and see pictures from recent events.

If you're posting photos from a Best Friends in Northwest Arkansas event that you attended, make sure to tag us in your photos (@bfas_nwa) to spread the word and help others learn about our lifesaving events.