Things to Do in
Bella Vista
Discover the best activities, events, classes, and experiences in Bella Vista. All carefully curated for families!
Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Tue, Apr 14 • 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
A tour of the Magic Gardens Studio.
Magic Gardens Studio & Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio Combo Tour
Tue, Apr 14 • 10:00 AM-12:30 PM
A combo tour of the Magic Gardens Studio and the Dina Wind Art Foundation.
Morning Magic Tour
Wed, Apr 15 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Guided Site Tour
Thu, Apr 16 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
CHARM CLUB: LIP GLOSS AND HAND CREAM
Thu, Apr 16 • 6:00 PM-6:00 PM
Join Let Me Know Club and Get a Gato to decorate your favorite lip gloss or hand cream with cute cat charms! Half the time will be spent crafting, all materials included, and the other half will be spent with the cats in the lounge.
Entre Raíces y Alas: Obras de Santiago Galeas/ Between Roots and Wings: Works by Santiago Galeas
Fri, Apr 17 • 12:00 AM-12:00 AM
An exhibition featuring the works of Santiago Galeas.
Morning Magic Tour
Fri, Apr 17 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Morning Magic Tour
Sat, Apr 18 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Guided Site Tour
Sat, Apr 18 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Morning Magic Tour
Sun, Apr 19 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Guided Site Tour
Sun, Apr 19 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Guided Site Tour
Mon, Apr 20 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Tour & Talk with Santiago Galeas
Tue, Apr 21 • 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
An event featuring a tour and discussion with artist Santiago Galeas.
Morning Magic Tour
Wed, Apr 22 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Cyanotype Workshop
Wed, Apr 22 • 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Join us for a Cyanotype Workshop where you will learn to create beautiful blue-toned prints using light-sensitive chemicals.
Guided Site Tour
Thu, Apr 23 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Morning Magic Tour
Fri, Apr 24 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Morning Magic Tour
Sat, Apr 25 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Sat, Apr 25 • 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
A tour of the Magic Gardens Studio.
Guided Site Tour
Sat, Apr 25 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Morning Magic Tour
Sun, Apr 26 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
Guided Site Tour
Sun, Apr 26 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Guided Site Tour
Mon, Apr 27 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Morning Magic Tour
Wed, Apr 29 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour exploring the beauty of the gardens.
CHARM CLUB: CLAW CLIPS
Wed, Apr 29 • 6:00 PM-6:00 PM
Join Let Me Know Club and Get a Gato to decorate claw clips with cute cat charms! Half the time will be spent crafting, all materials included, and the other half will be spent with the cats in the lounge.
Guided Site Tour
Thu, Apr 30 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and installations.
Movie Night: with Cats!
Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 PM-6:00 PM
Join us on Thursday April 30th to watch Ponyo! A five-year-old boy develops a relationship with Ponyo, a young goldfish princess who longs to become a human after falling in love with him.
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About Activities in Bella Vista
Bella Vista, known for its Italian heritage and charming streets, has evolved into a vibrant family neighborhood. The Fleisher Art Memorial offers incredible free and low-cost art classes for all ages, including toddler programs. The Italian Market provides a sensory adventure for little ones, while Palumbo Playground and smaller pocket parks offer safe spaces for outdoor play.
The neighborhood's tight-knit community means regular family-oriented events, from street festivals to library story times at the Queen Memorial Branch. Bella Vista's walkable streets and abundance of family-owned businesses create a village-like atmosphere perfect for raising tiny humans in the city.