More than 50 businesses will participate today in the Bella Vista Business Association's Business Fair at Riordan Hall.

The event, the biggest of the year for the association, will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is a popular gathering for the community, said Kelly Dostart, Fair Committee chairwoman and treasurer of the association.

"The fair is an excellent opportunity for area residents to visit the fair and see what goods and services the members of the Bella Vista Business Association have to offer," Dostart said. "At the same time, businesses also have the opportunity to meet and greet members of the community."

There will be drawings every half hour, Dostart said. Winners will receive a $25 gift certificate to any business association member, Dostart said.

Bank of the Ozarks and the association will cook lunch for visitors, Dostart said. Lunch will be hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and water. Serving will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will continue until the food is gone.