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Wednesday, July 23 (Bentonville, AR) - Yesterday, GRAMMY-winning and critically acclaimed band Alabama Shakes performed at the Momentary for their Live on the Green concert series. Celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, the Momentary continues to solidify itself as a must-visit venue, attracting both music legends and emerging talent. This year’s series has already featured performances from GRAMMY Best New Artist nominee Megan Moroney and 3X GRAMMY-nominated rap powerhouse GloRilla.
Reuniting for their first tour in eight years, Alabama Shakes lit up the Momentary’s green with a packed show that kept the crowd on their feet from the very first note. The band delivered a powerful set packed with fan favorites, including “Hold On” and “Don’t Wanna Fight,” while sharing moments of reflection on their journey from their early world tour to their long-awaited return to the stage. “We need to come through here every tour,” Brittany Howard told the crowd, beaming from the stage.
The 2025 Live on the Green series continues to bring a dynamic mix of music to the Momentary. The series recently announced the addition of critically acclaimed rock legends Blues Traveler, with a special opening set by Spin Doctors (October 19), banda icon Pancho Barraza(September 6), and indie dream pop band Japanese Breakfast (October 5), who is returning to the series for a second time. Additional upcoming concerts include GRAMMY-nominated indie-folk artist Gregory Alan Isakov (July 25), genre-blurring indie-pop artist Still Woozy (August 4), acclaimed country duo Muscadine Bloodline (August 23), and reggae legends Ziggy Marley & Burning Spear (October 3). Since 2022, Live on the Green, which takes place on the Momentary’s sprawling outdoor lawn, has featured many notable acts, including Wu-Tang Clan, John Legend, Kaskade, Patti LaBelle, The Roots, and more. Tickets for all Live on the Green shows can be purchased at https://themomentary.org/.
Returning for its third year, The Momentary is also set to host Momentous, a two-day electronic music festival taking place October 10-11. Momentous is fast becoming one of Bentonville’s most beloved festivals, offering a mix of bass, house, glitch-hop, chillwave, and global electronica. Momentous will feature an exciting and diverse group of internationally recognized electronic music artists and rising stars, including dubstep legends Flux Pavilion b2b Doctor Pand celebrated ambient music producer Tycho, and feature performances by bass innovators Yheti b2b Toadface as well as Baby Weight, MEMBA, Mickman, Nala, SHIMA, Madam X, The Polish Ambassador, Tripp St, and more. For more information about Momentous, visit https://themomentary.org/calendar/momentous/.
About the Momentary
Opened in February of 2020 in Downtown Bentonville, the Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time; and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is ‘a living room’ where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful. The Momentary was founded by the Walton family, based on the vision of Tom, Olivia, and Steuart Walton. Its commitment to cultivating arts and cultural experiences provides more opportunities for education, engagement, and enjoyment in our region. The Momentary is an extension of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, founded by Alice Walton. The Momentary welcomes all with free general admission. Additional offerings include live music, visual and performing arts, an artist-in-residence program, culinary experiences such as Onyx Coffee Lab and the sky-high Tower Bar, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, an outdoor festival space, and a retail shop. For more information, visit theMomentary.org. The Momentary is located at 507 SE E Street, Bentonville, Arkansas 72712. The Momentary’s Founding Funders are Walton Family Foundation, Walmart, RØDE Microphones, The Coca-Cola Company, Tyson Family Foundation, and Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation.
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