Here comes the weekend!!!

There are SO many fun things going on in Arkansas over the next few days!

We’ve gathered up a list of several events for you.

Just click the red text to visit the Facebook page with information about each event.

Whatever you end up doing, we hope you have an amazing weekend!

NOTE: As always, we do our best to bring you accurate information… however, we encourage you to reach out to event venues to confirm before you head out to an advertised event!

Friday, November 18th

NOV 18 AT 9 AM – NOV 20 AT 4 PM

November 18-20 Conway Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market

From $5 · 2505 E Oak Street Conway, AR 72032

Get ready for Christmas at the November 18-20 Conway Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market!

The Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market, brought to you by Ashley’s Finds, LLC, will take place November 18-20 inside the Conway Expo & Event Center plus open-air pavilion located at 2505 E. Oak St. in Conway, Arkansas. Bella Rustina is locally-owned out of Maumelle and is central Arkansas's original and largest vintage market event.

Exhibitors from numerous states will fill 325+ booths inside the Conway Expo & Event Center and open-air pavilion with authentic vintage, one-of-a-kind handmade, trendy boutique clothing & accessories, and vintage-inspired décor. Get all your Christmas gifts and decorations in one stop!

On top of being a great shopping experience, Bella Rustina will also have food trucks and many snack choices like handmade fried pies, roasted candy and nuts, kettle corn, coffee, sweet tea, and more!

Bella Rustina will be open Friday - Saturday, November 18-19, from 9:00AM – 5:00PM and Sunday, November 20, from 11:00AM – 4:00PM. Early buying admission on Friday is $10 for adults. Regular admission for the Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market is $5 Saturday and Sunday for each adult. Admission is free for children 18 and under. Admission is good for re-entry all weekend and parking is free.

Event by Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market

FRIDAY FROM 4 PM – 6:30 PM

Holiday Girl's Night Out

Euphoria Salon & Day Spa

Yay for a girl’s night!! Friday, November 18, Euphoria will be hosting a holiday girl’s night out complete with pampering and shopping! We will have a blowout bar, spray tan specials, holiday gift sets on sale, gift cards on sale, snacks, drinks, and giveaways!!
-Permanent jewelry from @evermore.links
-Custom hats from @branded.crown
-Clothing from @shop.rogueclothing

I mean, can you really think of a better way to start your weekend?! We will be rolling out all the details this week on the event page! We will see you there!

Event by Euphoria Salon & Day Spa

FRIDAY AT 8:30 PM

JackFancy @ JJs Conway

JJ's Grill Conway

The Fancy boys are back at it in Conway! Bring your friends and family a get ready to dance the night away!!

Event by JACK FANCY BAND

FRIDAY AT 9 PM – 1 AM

Lypstick Hand Grenade

Tavern Round the Bend

Come see this awesome band and lady it’s a great show to see..great music great fun...great food great times!

Event by Tavern Round the Bend

Saturday, November 19th

SATURDAY AT 8 AM – 11 AM

Defensive Carry Course - Hot Springs, AR 9-12P

DoubleTree Hot Springs

Arkansas Defensive Carry Course

Sign up:

https://www.focusedfire-training.com/.../arkansas.../

Do you plan on exercising your right to carry a weapon for self-defense? Do you want to better understand the weapons carry and self-defense laws of Arkansas? What about how to properly and safely carry a weapon on your person? If so, this is the course for you!!

In our class, we will cover:

Arkansas laws on use of force and self-defense.

Arkansas gun laws on where you can and cannot carry, reciprocity, and much more….

Handgun fundamentals! We will teach you proper stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, trigger press, and how to perform under stress.

Scenarios! We are going to train your brain on what to do during a crisis. We are going to help speed up your decision-making process so that you can make the right choice under a tremendous amount of stress!

A presentation by Firearms Legal Protection will be included. They will provide attendees with valuable resources.

Obtaining the Arkansas Permit: how to obtain your permit.

Ages 14+ are welcome in the event.

Focused Fire Training is the largest Concealed Carry company in the State of Florida and we have now expanded into the Southeast United States! Not only are we the largest, we have over 4000 5-star reviews on our Facebook page! Check out what they are saying!

Our instructors are the best in the country and we pride ourselves on not just giving you a great class, but giving you an experience that you will always remember.

At only $25.00 seats will fill up fast. Be sure to click going on Facebook and follow the below link to sign up;

https://www.focusedfire-training.com/.../arkansas.../

Please contact us with all your questions, as the venue only knows they are hosting an event for us.

Event by Focused Fire Training

SATURDAY AT 9 AM – 12 PM

Holiday Door Hanger Painting Class

River Valley Arts Center

Come paint a 14 inch round door hanger themed for the holidays with guidance from instructor Lisa Jones!

One-time class is on November 19th from 9 am - 12 pm located at the River Valley Arts Center.

The class is $25 per person.

For questions, contact us at:
479-968-2452
rvartscenter@gmail.com

To sign up online, visit:
rivervalleyartscenter.org

Event by River Valley Arts Center

SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 4 PM

“A Holly Dolly” Holiday Open House

Stars and Studs Boutique

Join us for a Holly Dolly Christmas open house If you love all things pink & glitz, Christmas & clothes, don’t miss out! Ever and Ever Permanent Jewelry will be here We will have cider, new arrivals, A stocking stuffer bar, giveaways, and more

Event by Stars and Studs Boutique

SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 7 PM

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck East - Little Rock Appearance

The Promenade at Chenal

Hello Little Rock! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be coming to The Promenade at Chenal on Saturday, 11/19! Come say hello to us between Athleta and Anthropologie from 10 am-7 pm and pick up some supercute treats & merch, while supplies last! See you there!

Event by The Promenade at Chenal and Hello Kitty Cafe Truck

SATURDAY AT 4 PM – 8:30 PM

Northern Lights Holiday Festival 2022 (North Little Rock)

Argenta Plaza

SAVE THE DATE! This is event is free and open to the public.

North Little Rock’s annual holiday celebration, Northern Lights, returns to Argenta Plaza at 510 Main Street in North Little Rock on Saturday, November 19, 2022.

The event features photos with Santa, storytime on the streetcar, kids’ activities, live music, fireworks show, craft vendors and food trucks.

https://northlittlerock.org/north-little-rock-to-host.../

Event by North Little Rock CVB and Argenta Arts District

SATURDAY AT 4 PM – 7 PM

Central Arkansas Whiskey Festival

Maumelle Center on the Lake

Join us on November 19, 2022, from 4-7 pm at the Maumelle Center on the Lake for the 2nd Annual Central Arkansas Whiskey Festival!

This will be the LARGEST event of the year for our community! The Central Arkansas Whiskey Festival is an upscale tasting event happening in Maumelle, Arkansas, featuring a wide assortment of whiskey, bourbon, Scotch, and other fine spirits. Join us on November 19, 2022, from 4-7 pm at the Maumelle Center on the Lake for the 2nd Annual Central Arkansas Whiskey Festival! (2 Jackie Johnson Cove, Maumelle, AR 72113). The Little Rock Whiskey Festival will gather whiskey enthusiasts and 50+ of the most fascinating distilled spirits. Join our Whiskey Cocktail Contest!

Guests must be 21 years or older to attend. Valid photo ID required

General Admission 4:00 – 7:00 pm
-Whiskey Samples
-Live Entertainment

V.I.P. 3:00 – 7:00 pm
In addition to what general admission ticket holders receive (above)
-V.I.P. ticket holders gain admission to the Grand Tasting a full hour prior to general admission ticket holders. With limited ticketing and the extra hour of time in the grand tasting room, you can get the most out of this additional hour, having more time to talk with the distillery representatives.
-Gourmet Hors d'oeuvres Buffet (While Supplies Last)
-Live Entertainment
To be a sponsor or vendor email info@arwhiskeyfestival.com

Whiskey Festival Tickets will be available for purchase online ONLY and all sales are final.
By attending this event, you agree to follow all applicable laws in regards to alcohol and its consumption as well as agree not to drink and drive.
This is a tasting event and there will be dump buckets at the event. Do not consume more than you can handle. Please be responsible, Call an UBER.
**Samples are available at check-in for anyone of legal age that asks regardless of tickets purchased. TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR!

Event by Arkansas Whiskey Festivals

SATURDAY AT 7 PM

CKW Presents: REPERCUSSIONS

From $10 · 5800 Commerce Court, Sherwood,72120, US

CKW is back home for November's REPERCUSSIONS! You do not want to miss Future, Rob Ryzin (CYN/AEW), Larintiz X, and MORE!

C KW is back home at 5800 Commerce Court in the Bumps and Bruises 501 arena.
R yzin (AEW/CYN) Returns
You never know what Future has up his sleeves
Larintiz X is bringing all his spirits
The Magnificent Malico is no longer suspended

A CHAOTIC experience for all ages!
Doors open at 6:30.

Event by Eventbrite

SATURDAY AT 8:30 PM

Mike Ryan w/Cameron Sacky at The Rev Room

Revolution Music Room (The Rev Room)

Doors 730pm
Showtime 830pm
$20
Ages 18 and Up Admitted
Standing Room Only

Event by Revolution Music Room (The Rev Room)

SATURDAY AT 9 PM

Dirty Lindsey w/Ryan Harmon Band @ TC's!

TC's Midtown Grill

Dirty Lindsey returns to TC's! Ryan Harmon and his band of Misfits will open the show at 9:00.

Event by Dirty Lindsey and TC's Midtown Grill

Sunday, November 20th

SUNDAY AT 2 PM – 4 PM

"In A Dream" Carley Brown Gallery Opening

River Valley Arts Center

The opening reception for Little Rock based artist, Carley Brown.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided at this event! Come show support for a young local artist!

"I love to make work that is fun and conceptual, combining my love for comics and cartoons alongside naturalistic subject matter."

Event by River Valley Arts Center

SUNDAY AT 3 PM – 5 PM

Ten Penny Gypsy Live on the Patio

River Bottom Winery

Come get cozy with us on the patio at River Bottom Winery every Saturday and Sunday and listen to live music from 3-5 pm! We will be on the enclosed patio cozy next to a heater, sipping wine & beer with our friends and we want you there!
We are excited to have Ten Penny Gypsy out to entertain y'all all afternoon while you enjoy time on the patio with your friends! We will have the sides up closing in the patio with the heaters going on the patio, mulled wine and your favorite local wine & beer will be waiting for you too!
This event is free to attend and no reservations are needed!

Event by BoBrook Farms LLC and River Bottom Winery