Join the City of Bentonville as we break ground on Phase Two of the McCollum Sidepath project—another important step toward expanding Bentonville’s connected network of safe, accessible routes for walking and biking.

Phase Two will extend the existing sidepath and create a more continuous connection among neighborhoods, schools, parks, businesses, and other key destinations. The new infrastructure will provide a safer alternative along the McCollum corridor while strengthening connections to Bentonville’s broader trail and active transportation network.

Together with Phase One, this project reflects the City’s continued commitment to creating a connected community where residents and visitors can choose walking and biking as convenient, comfortable, and enjoyable ways to get around.

Walking and biking to the event are encouraged. On-site parking will also be available.  

Join Arkansas Moves, the City of Bella Vista, Trailblazers, and community partners as we celebrate the groundbreaking of Razorback Greenway Extension III—another exciting investment in Bella Vista's growing active transportation network.

This new 0.81-mile extension will strengthen the Razorback Greenway by creating safer, more convenient connections between neighborhoods, parks, businesses, and trail destinations. Once complete, the project will improve access to Bluebird Park, Riordan Trailhead, Sugar Creek Shopping Center, Cunningham Shopping Center, Phat Tire Bike Shop, Grindstone Coffee, and the Aldsworth neighborhood, making it easier for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, and roll throughout Bella Vista.

The ceremony will feature remarks from community leaders and project partners while recognizing the collaboration between the City of Bella Vista, Bella Vista POA, Trailblazers, Home Region, and ARDOT that made this project possible.

Whether you're a cyclist, walker, runner, neighborhood resident, or simply excited about the future of connected communities, we invite you to celebrate this important milestone with us.

📅 Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Berksdale Walking Path (east of 70 Sugar Creek Center), Bella Vista, AR

In just a few years, Bentonville has transformed from a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community with limited on-road bicycle infrastructure into a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Community with more than 30 miles of new bike infrastructure and 37 Bicycle Friendly Businesses.

Join city and community leaders as they share how Bentonville leveraged League of American Bicyclists programs, City Thread strategies, and strong partnerships between local government, nonprofits, businesses, and residents to build support for safer, more connected transportation options.

The webinar will explore:

• How Bentonville advanced from Bronze to Silver Bicycle Friendly Community status

• Strategies for building public support for mobility investments

• The role of community partnerships in accelerating change

• Lessons learned that can be applied in communities of all sizes

As communities across Arkansas continue working to improve opportunities for people to walk, bike, and roll, this webinar offers valuable insights into how collaboration and shared vision can drive meaningful progress.

Register HERE

We encourage community leaders, advocates, planners, elected officials, and anyone interested in active transportation to attend.

Ol’ Dan has a new partner, Lil’ Ann, and they’ve been busy on the new Westside Bella Vista side path! We are looking forward to celebrating more connected rooftops. This side path has been cut connecting the Branchwood Recreation Center to Highlands Blvd! That is approximately 2.18 miles of new connection on the Westside of Bella Vista! 

This could not be possible without the support of City Leadership, the Active Transportation Advisory Board of Bella Vista, and the effort of Trailblazers! Come celebrate with us Tuesday 6/30 at 11am at Branchwood Recreation Center in Bella Vista where Grindstone Coffee will have their trailer parked and handing out free coffee! It's time to pack a new side path, and further the momentum of active transportation in Bella Vista! 

Join the City of Bentonville, community partners, and local residents as we celebrate the completion of two important active transportation projects expanding connectivity in Southwest Bentonville.

This shared ribbon cutting activation at Wildwood Park will celebrate the completion of the SW Bentonville Trail – Gator Road Connection and the SW Bright Road Sidepath South projects, together adding nearly one mile of new sidepath infrastructure that improves access to parks, schools, neighborhoods, and regional trail connections.

The SW Bentonville Trail – Gator Road Completion extends the larger Southwest Bentonville Trail network, helping advance a future loop connection around the Walmart distribution centers and eventually linking to the Little Osage Creek Trail and broader regional trail system.

The SW Bright Road Sidepath South project creates safer and more connected access between neighborhoods south of Regional Airport Boulevard and key community destinations including Willowbrook Elementary, Bright Field Middle School, Fulbright Junior High, Wildwood Park, Creekside Park, the Bentonville Community Center, and the Razorback Greenway.

These projects represent another step toward building a more connected Bentonville where residents of all ages and abilities have safer options to walk, bike, roll, and access everyday destinations.

Following the ribbon cutting, attendees are encouraged to explore the new connections, enjoy community activations, and celebrate the continued progress of the Connecting Bentonville vision.

Join us for E-Mobility Day at Bentonville Bike Fest, a full day of conversations, community engagement, demonstrations, and programming focused on the future of mobility in Northwest Arkansas.

This year’s programming will bring together industry leaders, local advocates, bike brands, community organizations, families, and everyday riders to explore how e-bikes, active transportation infrastructure, and community partnerships are helping shape more connected and accessible communities.

The day will feature engaging panel discussions curated in collaboration with Arkansas Moves and Kenny Belaey’s Bike Fest team, including conversations around:

• The growth of e-mobility and transportation choice

• Local school bike trains and family riding culture

• Safe routes and connected infrastructure

• Community advocacy and engagement

• Industry innovation and accessibility in cycling

Attendees will also have opportunities to connect with local bike shops, advocacy organizations, mobility partners, and national industry leaders including PeopleForBikes and Aventon.

Following another record-setting Bike to School Week across Bentonville and Bella Vista, E-Mobility Day continues the conversation around how communities can create safer, healthier, and more connected ways for people of all ages to move through everyday life.

Whether you are a daily rider, curious about e-bikes, interested in transportation innovation, or simply passionate about building stronger communities, E-Mobility Day offers something for everyone.

Learn more about the full event lineup below:

The City of Bella Vista recently completed a new side path connection, and the community is invited to help “Pack the Path.”

Walking, biking, and rolling on a new trail helps naturally compact the surface while giving neighbors a chance to experience the new connection together.