Orange County's largest multicultural festival celebrates Irvine's diversity. More than 50 cultures are represented, with music and dance on five stages. Cultural and religious displays, international cuisine, a world marketplace and a giant interactive Kids Village.

The Peel Mansion Museum & Heritage Gardens, built in 1875 by Colonel Samuel West Peel, is a stunning example of Italianate Villa architecture. Carefully restored and furnished with authentic 19th-century antiques — many on loan from the Historic Arkansas Museum and the Old State House — the mansion offers a glimpse into life during that era. Beyond the historic home, the experience continues in the surrounding botanical gardens. Stroll through seven Victorian-inspired gardens, each showcasing seasonal blooms and adding to the property’s timeless charm.

Slaughter Pen, located within Bentonville, is a local favorite for mountain biking, offering over 20 miles of soft-surface trails that follow the Razorback Greenway. Designed with flow in mind, the trails also feature a free-ride park, downhill sections, and a variety of wooden features, ensuring something for every skill level. The trail system connects to Lake Bella Vista and Blowing Springs via the Greenway, making it easy to extend your ride. Head northwest to explore three trails along Lake Bella Vista’s north side, then continue on to Blowing Springs for even more adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting out, Slaughter Pen delivers an unforgettable experience.

Once Gaudí got his hands on this previously unremarkable building in Passeig de Gràcia, it was never to be simply passed by again. Fascinatingly idiosyncratic and almost beast-like on the outside, it continues to amaze from within, with twisted lines and elements that could only be thought up by the genius of Gaudí.