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The Starlight Gala, presented by General Mills, will be returning back to the John Q. Hammons Convention Center on March 7th, 2020 at 6pm! The Starlight Gala is an event that benefits the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter. The Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter has been around for 27 years and it provides basic care for children in need. Along with basic care, the shelter also provides counseling, education, medical and dental treatment, life skills training and trauma-informed care.  This year’s event has six different sponsorship packages to choose from as well as individual tickets available for purchase. The night will include drinks, food, and various speakers. The event will also feature a live performance by the award-winning country artist, Granger Smith. This will definitely be an event you won’t want to miss out on!  Make the event even more special by reserving our services for a safe, fun, and hassle-free night! We offer Sedans, SUV’s, Vans, Limousines, Party Buses, and Charter Buses, and are able to provide transportation for groups of any size from any location. Reservations should be made in advance by emailing us at reservations@pinnlimo.com or by calling 479-205-0505.  Still need to purchase your tickets to the Gala? Click the following link to view the various packages available: https://nwacs.org/events/gala/

The rumble of the bikes is trickling in for the 19th year of Bikes, Blues & BBQ! The 4-day event kicks off tomorrow morning with a Harley-Davidson Demo Ride at Baum Stadium and wraps on Saturday evening with music performances on the Dickson Street Main Stage. Bikes, Blues & BBQ is known as the world’s largest charity motorcycle rally raising over $2 million for local charities throughout the NWA area. This family friendly event includes activities, music, merchandise, and a whole lot of BBQ! If you want to catch hundreds of motorcycles on display and purchase official BB&BBQ merchandise, head on down to Dickson St. starting tomorrow. The Main Stage will host performers throughout the week from a Freddie Mercury Tribute Band to Goose. Several food trucks will be assembled in the Walton Arts Center parking lot serving an array of fair food (funnel cakes, nacho fries, turkey legs, and more!). The Frisco Inferno BBQ Competition will take place on Saturday at 3pm in downtown Rogers. For a complete list of events, click here !

College football season has officially kicked off! The Razorbacks will play Colorado State Saturday, September 14th , at 3pm on their home turf. Tickets are still available so grab your friends and head out to the AT&T Fan Zone at the Gardens for free tailgating. There will be inflatable games for children and appearances by the Razorback Sprit Squads. And if you’d rather avoid the stadium crowd, big screen TVs around the Pavilion will feature the game. Leading up to the game, check out the nationally ranked Fayetteville Farmer’s Market on the downtown square Saturday morning and enjoy lunch at one of the several local surrounding restaurants (Tiny Tim’s Pizza, Cheers at the OPO, or Hugo’s). The Razorbacks will play San Jose State next weekend, September 21st, at home followed by Texas A&M on September 28th at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Click here for a complete schedule of the season!

The Fayetteville Roots Festival is BACK! Kicking off on August 21st, this multi day festival provides fun for all. Musicians and bands from across the country will perform throughout the city to feature a medley of music. From folk and blues to jazz and country, performers will cater to all types of music. Mainstage performers include Mavis Staples, The Darrell Scott Bluegrass Band, Smokey & The Mirror, and Her Crooked Heart. Culinary artists will also be featured amongst the musical talent. The Roots Festival supports local farmers, chefs, and restaurants who focus on locally grown produce from the Ozarks. Over 50 chefs are featured in the culinary lineup including award winning chef Graham Elliot, and MasterChef Junior Champion, Logan Guleff. The festival will also include film screenings, live radio broadcasts, workshops, live art, and a kids concert. Click here for a complete festival lineup! Pinnacle Car Services is proud to offer transportation for all groups, large and small. It is our goal to provide a stress-free experience for all individuals heading to and from the festival.

On Saturday, August 24th, Northwest Arkansas will be hosting its first ever SOAR NWA Hot Air Balloon Event. Activities will be happening all day, from sun up until sun down. The event will kick off at Drake Field in Fayetteville at 7am with tethered balloon rides and balloons in flight. A pancake breakfast will take place from 7am-10am provided by the Arkansas Air & Military Museum. Other activities throughout the day include a beer garden, live music, kids play area, skydiving and helicopter rides. The night will end with a balloon glow and a special appearance from Mayor Lioneld Jordan. Check out the site for tickets and a complete schedule of events: https://www.soarnwa.com/

Pinnacle Car Services and Downstream Casino Resort have teamed up to provide their guests with free, safe, and reliable transportation to and from the Casino in Quapaw, Oklahoma. Whether you are visiting from around the globe or live close by, we cater to all bus groups nationwide. Each tour group will receive a customized package that can include commission, free play, complimentary meals and discounted hotel accommodations based on your specific needs. Our packages are very competitive and it is our goal to make sure that your visit with us is a memorable one. We make it easy for you to plan your next group outing whether you are interested in day, overnight or charter trips. PLAY: At Downstream Casino, there is fun for everyone! Feeling lucky? Check out the table games, slot machines, craps and roulette, and poker! SHOWS: At Legends Sports Bar , you can enjoy burgers, beer buckets, sports games, and live music! Lounge under the stars and rock out to some of the acts coming to the Pavilion and Outdoor Venue . DINE: Visit one of the many bars and restaurants that Downstream Casino has to offer. The Wa-Na-Bée-Déa snack bar is open 24 hours for all of the night owl gamers, while the Devil’s Promenade is a bar and lounge featuring an eye-catching centerpiece. Guests can also enjoy an assortment of food from the Spring River Buffet, Buffalo Grille, and more . RELAX: Time for an escape? At Née Spa, guests can choose from several different packages from facials and mani/pedis to couples massages and reflexology. Beginning in May, guests can enjoy the large outdoor pool featuring a full-service poolside bar and fire pit. Also be sure to check out the Bald Eagle Golf Course that features 6,785 yards of greenery.

Pinnacle Car Services offers transportation to the vibrant and entertaining city of Branson, Missouri! At only two hours away from the Rogers area, Branson makes for an excellent weekend getaway with shopping, dining, live shows, and amusement parks. In fact, the employees at Pinnacle Car Services have joined together to create a list of their Top 10 Favorite things to do in Branson, Missouri to provide you with a memorable trip! 1. Silver Dollar City Of course this has topped our list at Number 1--Who doesn't love a good theme park? This turn of the 19th-century theme park is great for all ages! The park features thrilling rides and attractions, entertaining shows, and excellent dining options for children and adults! Check out this list of festivals , classes , and the summer concert series . 2. Lake Taneycomo This cold-water lake serves as one of the best spots for world-class trout fishing. Grab your watercraft or rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard from White River Kayaking and spend a fun-filled day on the lake! 3. The Branson Landing Spend the day shopping at over 100 stores around The Landing and enjoy specialty dining at one of several featured restaurants. Catch the extravagant fountain spectaculars throughout the day featuring a combination of water, fire, lights, and music. 4. Sight and Sound Theatres Biblical stories come to life onstage at the Sight and Sound Theatres! The panoramic stage wraps around the 2,000 seat auditorium creating an encapsulating experience for audience members of all ages. Tickets and Showtimes 5. Shepherd of the Hills This lively property is home to outdoor theatre, historic tours, zip lining, a scenic tower, ropes course, and ATV rides! 6. Top of the Rock Top of the Rock at Big Cedar Lodge boasts some breathtaking views of the Ozark Mountains and Table Rock Lake. You can also find legendary golf courses and world-class dining. 7. Cave Tours Check out one of three cave tours while visiting the city of Branson: Marvel Cave at Silver Dollar City, Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail, and the Talking Rocks Cavern. 8. Snowflex Tubing Hill Home to one of the USA's largest synthetic tubing run, this slope allows up to 6 tubes at a time down the 400'x60' hill. Fun for all ages! 9. Museums Branson is home to several museums across the downtown strip: from the Titanic Museum to the World's Largest Toy Museum! You can also find the Hollywood Wax Museum, Ripley's Believe it or Not, The Butterfly Palace, and more! 10. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park Families and friends can enjoy fishing, biking, horseback riding and wildlife tours across this 10,000 acre paradise! Check out the full list of calendar activities

The Ladies Professional Golf Association tournament will return for its 13th year here in Northwest Arkansas on June 24th-30th. The Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G will take place at the Pinnacle Country Club in Rogers, AR. Pinnacle Car Services will be operating several shuttle buses to transport spectators to and from the event. The buses will run from the parking lots to the main tournament entrance from: 7:45AM-7:00PM Tuesday, June 25th through Thursday, June 27th 6:30AM-7:30PM Friday, June 28th through Sunday, June 30th. The tournament benefits several local charities in the area including NWA Food Bank, NWA Children’s Shelter, Mercy Hospital, and more! Several events will take place throughout the week such as: Junior Golf Events: Yoga for Girls (presented by Dove) The First Tee Junior Golf Zone (presented by Dove) Bite NWA 5K Race The race will start and finish at the Walmart AMP at 7:30am on Saturday, June 29th Always Live #LikeAGirl Day Young girls in attendance will receive a scavenger hunt passport book and meet with several of the LPGA athletes Ticket holders can also enjoy onsite concessions and will receive a backpack full of P&G goodies valued at $90. You can purchase general admission and club tickets here .

Pinnacle Car Services is proud to provide transportation for the 2019 Walmart Shareholders Meeting. In the past, Pinnacle has transported thousands of Walmart employees and shareholders from around the world throughout the weeklong event. The 2019 Walmart Shareholders Meeting will take place around Northwest Arkansas with events held on June 5th and June 7th. The Formal Business and Shareholder’s Meeting will kick off at 10am on Wednesday, June 5th at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers. This meeting focuses on shareholders voting on business and proxy proposals. Friday, June 7th, will be the day of entertainment! The Celebration for Associates and Shareholders will be held at 8am at the University of Arkansas’ Bud Walton Arena. Presentations from Walmart’s executive team will take place throughout the day followed by entertainment to highlight the accomplishments of Walmart associates throughout the past year. This meeting serves as a celebration to show appreciation for Walmart shareholders and associates. Past entertainers have included Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, Aerosmith, and more! Watch Northwest Arkansas transform as people from around the world flock to this destination for the Walmart Shareholders Meeting!