Are you ready for the weekend?!?! Forecast says sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s. That means, it’s going to be perfect weather to enjoy some awesome Fall activities — and there are a LOT of them this weekend throughout the Natural State. From Fall Festivals and Pumpkin Patches to Movies and Music, there is no shortage of things to do. So get out there and make some memories!
We've rounded up some of our favorites for you right here, but don't forget to explore Facebook's events section for even more options!
If you decide to join any of these events, be sure to mention that Live Love Arkansas sent you when you visit the vendor!
Simply click the red text to navigate to the Facebook page with details about each event.
However you choose to spend your weekend,
We wish you a fantastic one!
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, October 4, 2024
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 8 AM - 10 AM
AWN Coffee & Networking
Bring yourself, a friend, your business cards, and a 30-second pitch to the Arkansas Women's Network Coffee & Networking located at First Community Bank, 766 Harkrider St., Conway, AR 72032!
We meet on the first Friday of each month, so make sure to add our future meetings to your calendar too. These events are FREE to attend.
Networking will start at 8:00 AM and meeting starts at 8:30 AM.
Coffee and donuts will be provided by First Community Bank & Angie Davis.
Make sure to join our FB group Arkansas Women's Network too.
We can't wait to see you!
Our guest speaker will be announced on our FB group!
ArkansasWomensNetwork.org
Event by Angie K. Davis and Lindsay Leckelt Davis
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 9 AM - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 4 PM
Garland County Arts & Crafts Show
Less than 6 weeks away....mark your calendars! I will be there with my latest creations. I also have some new items this year so be sure and check out my booth in Building #3.
Event by SJM Design
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 10 AM - 8 PM
Fall in Love with Downtown Conway!
Downtown, Conway
Fall is a fabulous time in Downtown Conway, and so are our amazing shops and restaurants! Join us as we celebrate the season with extended hours, giving you more time to explore everything downtown has to offer.
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 4, and come experience the charm of Downtown Conway. With so many exciting things happening, it’s the perfect time to "Fall in Love with Downtown Conway!"
We can’t wait to see you there! #DowntownConway #FallInLove #ShopLocal
Event by Conway Downtown Partnership
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 11 AM
8th Annual Fall Food & Craft Fair
700 Main St , Little Rock, AR
Come out to support crafters with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Items include handmade rugs, magnets, artwork, wreaths, and more! All proceeds go to the artisans who made the items.
The food trucks attending this year are Juicy J Chicken & Fish, Jefferson Mobile Grilling, Nachyo’ Nachos, Kools BBQ, Breezy Scoop, Krimsyn’s Treats, & Cheesecake on Point!
Event by Arkansas Department of Human Services and The Blue Umbrella
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 12 PM
2024 Ozark Trail Festival
123 Frauenthal St, Heber Springs, AR
Join us for another wonderful event! Stay tuned for some exciting additions to this year's line up!
Event by Ozark Trail Festival
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
AR ONLY - Local Food Night Market
6800 Camp Robinson Rd, North Little Rock, AR
Arkansas local food market ONLY hosted by Growing Urban Farmers and the St Joseph Farmstead!
Come meet the farmers and makers in the Arkansas food scene, enjoy live music and great food!
Learn more about St Joseph Farmstead and the Growing Urban Farmers program while you're here!
WE DO NOT ACCEPT VENDORS THROUGH FACEBOOK SO DO NOT FALL PREY TO ANYONE COMMENTING ON HERE. GO TO OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
#arkansasfood #locallygrown #arkansasgrown #arkansasmade
Event by St. Joseph Farm Stand and St. Joseph Center of Arkansas
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
October Conway Art Walk
Event by Conway Art Walk
Fall into Art: The Conway Art Walk
Join us for a vibrant celebration of creativity and community at the Conway Art Walk, where art, fun, and fall festivities collide!
Date: October 4th Time: 5-8pm Location: Downtown Conway
What's Happening:
Homeward Realty's Chili Cook Off – Warm up with some of the best chili in town and vote for your favorite!
Mocktail Bar – Sip on delicious, free non-alcoholic drinks crafted just for you.
Silk Aerialist – Be mesmerized by stunning aerial performances that will take your breath away.
Creative Cove – Dive into a world of creativity with:
-Free Fall Art Activities
-A Fun Puppet Show
-The Community Creative Drum Circle
-Story Time with Kendra L. James, author of Charlie Horse
Studio Downtown – Explore our demo artists in action and marvel at the Conway League of Artists Art Gallery.
Whether you're a seasoned art lover or just looking for a fun family outing, there's something for everyone. Come and immerse yourself in the creativity and charm of Conway!
Don’t miss out on this colorful celebration—bring your friends and family and fall into art with us!
RSVP to learn more about this event and get updates!
Follow this link to see the full schedule of events: https://www.creativeinstitutear.org/artwalk
This event is sponsored by Engage Management.
Event by Conway Art Walk
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
Family Night at the Museum
2471 N Hatch Ave, Fayetteville, AR
Join us on Friday, October 4th for a free and fun evening with the Museum’s popular collections open house, a scavenger hunt, snacks, and crafts! It’s also an opportunity for educators to learn more about Museum resources. A number of awesome community partners will be at the event as well! We'll be open from 5pm to 8pm, with last entry for the Museum Collections Facility at 7:30pm. For questions, please contact us at lalamb@uark.edu or 479-575-4370.
How to Get There:
The University of Arkansas Museum Collections Facility is located on 2471 N Hatch Ave, roughly 2.5 miles north of the main University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville, AR. Parking is free.
RSVP:
Registration is appreciated, but not required and does not reserve anything at the event.
Event by University of Arkansas Museum
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 5 PM - 9 PM
Startup Crawl 2024
1 East Center Street,Fayetteville
Join us for the biggest startup party in the Heartland!
Are you ready for an incredible, one-night, tour of Northwest Arkansas' amazing startup community? Get ready for a night of live music, food trucks, craft beer (unlimited beer with purchase of souvenir cup ticket*), and get to know some of the most exciting startup and technology companies in Northwest Arkansas! Learn about the incredible entrepreneurial ecosystem and discover the movers and shakers of the startup community.
Tickets purchased the day of will be $50.
Schedule:
4:00 p.m.
Doors open for VIP ticket holders. Gain early access to breweries to ensure your spot in the crawl!
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The fifth annual Startup Crawl kicks off outside of One East Center on the downtown Fayetteville square. Souvenir beer cups and passports will be available for pick-up at the check-in table.
• Local craft beer for all-access ticket holders
• Self-guided tour of all startup crawl locations downtown, each featuring a local brewery
• Visit with innovative companies and pick up swag at mega-location in One East Center
• Live music at various stops throughout the night
• Grab dinner at a food truck or local restaurant set up on the square
9 p.m. - 11 p.m.
The Startup Crawl afterparty moves to George's Majestic Lounge for more live music and celebration. Tickets to the after party event are included with VIP tickets only. To purchase a ticket to the after party event only, visit https://stubs.net/tickets/6480/start-up-crawl-party
Music
West Mountain Street Main Stage:
DJ Raquel, Modeling, and Sawyer Hill
Afterparty at George's Majestic Lounge:
Tyler Kinch and The Phase
Breweries: TBA
Featured Stops: TBA
Sponsors: Startup Junkie, Engine, Dozier Capital, Fuel Accelerator, Kiva NWA, Arkansas Capital Corp, Ritter Communications, Wright Lindsey & Jennings, Teslar, Century Bank of the Ozarks, Signature Bank, First National Bank NWA, Cortado Ventures, Midcon VC, Dickson & Main
For more information or to participate as a sponsor or exhibitor, visit StartupJunkie.org
*Please note that cups from last year's Startup Crawl cannot be used for free beer this year. And please, drink responsibly.
**All proceeds from Startup Crawl will be used in support of entrepreneurship education by the Startup Junkie Foundation in Northwest Arkansas.
Event by Startup Junkie
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 6 PM - 8:30 PM
October 4th - VIP Nutrition - Paint Your PAL Paint Party!
VIP Nutrition
Date and Time
Friday, October 4th
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Location
VIP Nutrition
2051 W. Main Street
Cabot, AR 72023
Description
The Painted Sloth Paint Parties has partnered with VIP Nutrition to bring you this Paint Party!
Paint Your PAL (Wife, Kid, Boyfriend, Girlfriend, Best Friend, Mom, Dad, you get the idea)!!
Yes, that is Right! We are going to paint your Bestie (whomever that may be). However, I will need you to email me a photograph of your Person - NO LATER THAN Sunday, September 29nd. Send your email to: thepaintedsloth@gmail.com. Please make sure that it is a Clear photo so that I can create an outline for you to paint on the 27th!
Join us on Friday, October 4th at 6:00 pm at VIP Nutrition for a fun evening painting the PAINT YOUR PAL. Tickets are $35 and includes everything needed to create your masterpiece. YOU MUST PRE-PAY to save your spot!
This event is open to all ages and we paint in the seating area. No experience needed! Design will be sketched and ready to paint using acrylics. This is a fun 2 - 2.5 hour painting and I’ll walk you through it step-by-step. Also, DON'T FORGET to fuel up with an energy tea, smoothie or coffee, so we can show our support for VIP Nutrition hosting this Fun Painting event!
PLEASE NOTE: Arrive 10 mins early to grab your spot for the painting party. We will start painting at 6:00pm sharp.
Ticket sales are nonrefundable, but we are happy to reschedule you for another event with a minimum of 48 hours notice. **Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell or have a fever. Contact me at 501.804.7565 and we can work out a way for you to create your art once you’re feeling better.**
No returns
Event by The Painted Sloth and VIP Nutrition
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Razorback Baseball Fall Classic (FREE)
Baum Stadium
Celebrate the Fall with the Razorbacks’ annual Fall Classic is set for 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at Baum-Walker Stadium.
Gates for the 7-inning intrasquad scrimmage, which is free to attend, will open at 5 p.m., and parking for the event is free.
Concessions will be available. No outside food and drinks are allowed except in the Hog Pen. Non-food items must be in a clear bag. Coolers are allowed in the Hog Pen but not permitted in the main seating bowl.
Ballpark promotions include:
» Bark in The Park (Dogs allowed in Hog Pen Only)
» Razorback Football vs. Tennessee Tix Giveaway
» Inning by Inning Giveaways
Event by Arkansas Razorback Baseball
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 6:30 PM - OCTOBER 5 AT 10 PM
Women’s Conference
Ladies, we welcome you to join us for our 1st Women's Conference on Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5.
Service times:
Friday evening 6:30 p.m. (fellowship to follow)
Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m.
Saturday evening at 5:00 p.m. with Special Guests, Shekinah Glory
Shekinah Glory will also be ministering during our regular Sunday morning service at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is invited.
Event by Agape Community Church
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 7 PM
Ghostbusters (1984, PG) 40th Anniversary
100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR,
Ghostbusters is a 1984 American supernatural comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman and written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis. It stars Bill Murray, Aykroyd, and Ramis as Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz, and Egon Spengler, three eccentric parapsychologists who start a ghost-catching business in New York City. It also stars Sigourney Weaver and Rick Moranis, and features Annie Potts, Ernie Hudson, and William Atherton in supporting roles.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 6:00pm, and the film will begin promptly at 7:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking:
We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of timeless storytelling at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater!
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 7 PM
Trails of Terror Dardanelle
Dardanelle Rodeo Grounds located off of Nebo Road (State Hwy 155)., Dardanelle, AR
First Night. This night is geared for the kiddos and will be less scary, less crazy, less tears. It'll still be a thrill and we'll love to see you join us bring in the Halloween season.
Event by Haunted Trail of Russellville
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 7 PM
Music Downtown at Sundown - High Country Race Edition
320 W C St, Russellville, AR
Join us for a night of music, food, and fun as we kick off the Arkansas High Country Race with a pre-race concert on Friday, October 4th. The Little Buffalo River Band will start playing at 7 PM. Let's come together downtown and support these amazing, dedicated riders!
Event by Main Street Russellville
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 8 PM - 1 AM
First Friday: Think Pink
3929 McCain Boulevard,North Little Rock
Celebrate First Friday with ViBE Events at Bar Louie NLR
ViBE Events Presents
First Friday: Think Pink
Friday, October 4th @ Bar Louie NLR 3929 McCain Blvd, North Little Rock, AR 72116
DJ Multitalented | DJ Self Love (Dre Davis)
October is known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we're asking patrons to wear pink to show support for those affected by breast cancer and to raise awareness of the disease.
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Attire: Pink and Fly
Early arrival is suggested for a premium experience. Tables and sections are available online only.
Birthday Reservations? Call Telly Noel Sr. @ 501.837.9595
Event by First Friday Little Rock and KingGregory Bernard
Friday, October 04, 2024
Zebra Mussels
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Orientation Room
Zebra mussels are an invasive species found in Lake Dardanelle. Learn how they spread to new bodies of water and the impact they have on the ecosystem. Join park staff in the visitor center Orientation Room to learn about these aquatic invaders.
Friday, October 04, 2024
Rabbits in the Sky and on the Ground
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Theater
One of the many wild animals that makes Lake Fort Smith State Park its home is the Eastern cottontail rabbit. Did you know there are also rabbits that live in the sky? Meet Park Interpreter Mystina to discover how the cottontail rabbit lives and survives every day on the ground. Then hear stories of rabbits living in the sky.
Friday, October 04, 2024
Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Cedar Falls Overlook Parking Area
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for this easy, handicap accessible, ¼-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar Falls from the overlook. Please bring water to drink.
Friday, October 04, 2024
Campfire Treats and Trivia: Storm Creek
Mississippi River State Park
4689 Phillips Rd 217, West Helena, AR
Meeting Place: Storm Creek Campground
Evenings are often a good time for a quick orientation to the park. Join a park interpreter to earn a sweet prize and to test your knowledge of the natural world around you. Supplies are limited to a first-come, first-served basis.
Saturday, October 5, 2024
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 AT 7 AM - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 2AM
Fort Smith Fall Festival + Oktoberfest
Downtown Ft. Smith
You're warmly invited to join us for the Fort Smith Fall Festival + Oktoberfest, a vibrant celebration of the season's best!
Set against the historic backdrop of downtown Fort Smith, this lively event features an array of family friendly activities, craft activities for the little ones, historic re-enactments, artisan vendors, discounted museum admissions, a car show, food trucks and more, followed by a super fun Oktoberfest Pub Crawl! There's something for everyone.
Come immerse yourself in the joyful spirit of fall and our beautiful city! Bring your friends, family, and enthusiasm for a day full of seasonal cheer and community spirit. See you there!
See https://fortsmithfallfest.com/ for full details, including locations, a map, parking info, organizations participating and more!
Vendor and Food trucks sign up here: https://www.godowntownfs.org/vendor-application/
Car Show Registration is here: https://www.godowntownfs.org/car-show-entry/
Event by Go Downtown Fort Smith, Discover Fort Smith and 2 others
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 8:39 AM - 12 PM
Mount Nebo State Park Clean Up
Mount Nebo State Park is proud to participate in the 2024 Great Arkansas Cleanup! This is a come-and-go event, so feel free to stop by the campground at any time during the morning.
Supplies will be provided courtesy of Keep Arkansas Beautiful, but remember to dress appropriately and bring water and/or a snack.
Our focus will be on micro-litter around the campground and overlooks, as well as broken pieces of glass and ceramic along the trails and in the area where the Summit Park Hotel once stood.
Contact Park Interpreter Andrea Peterka with any questions.
Thank you for helping to keep Mount Nebo State Park beautiful!
Event by Andrea Peterka and Friends Of Nebo
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 AT 9 AM
4th Annual Union Schoolhouse Poker Chip Run
418 County Road 4670 Hagarville Ar
Come join us for the 4th annual Union Schoolhouse Poker Chip Run! 50+ miles of off roading, bbq, door prizes and live auction! Saturday Oct. 5th. See ya there!
Event by Union Schoolhouse Poker Chip Run
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 9 AM - 5 PM
Girl Scouts Cardboard Boat Regatta 2024
Lake Dardanelle State Park
Cardboard Boat Regatta is on the horizon! Girls, get ready to design and construct your boats using only duct tape and cardboard and race to the soggy finish across Lake Dardanelle. Participants are allowed to bring their own extra stock of cardboard and duct tape, but no pre-built items!
Families are welcome to register as a Family Guest and join us for Saturday only, register as a member and complete the background check to camp with us Friday-Sunday.
Girl Scouts must be renewed for the 2025 membership year by Sept 30 to attend.
Register for Saturday Only: https://loom.ly/m3vl4MU
Register for the Weekend: https://loom.ly/Iksf1PM
Event by Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas, Teri Miller Dyer and 3 others
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 9 AM - 3:30 PM
2024 Annual Genealogy Workshop
In Person ONLY
Doors open at 8:30
This event will be IN-PERSON ONLY! This event will NOT be live-streamed!
SESSIONS:
Recognizing and Sharing Family Treasures Part 1 & 2
How to Create a Family Heritage Cookbook Part 1 & 2
Event by CALS Roberts Library and CALS Ron Robinson Theater
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 9 AM - 6 PM
BoBrook Farms Pumpkin Patch - Open to Public
13810 Combee Ln, Roland, AR
September 28, 2024 - November 3, 2024
Admission is $10 per person
(For ages 2 and up)
Pumpkins are sold separately
HOURS:
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - Thursday- CLOSED to the public, reserved for private groups that have booked in advance.
Friday, Saturdays and Sundays- OPEN to public 9am to 6pm
Patch Activities included in admission:
Hay Rides
Lawn Games
Sunflower Maze
Pig Races (weekends only)
Corn Pit
Haybale Maze
Wooden Maze
Haybale Slides
Photo Ops
Pumpkin Patch
Rubber Duck Races
Farm Animals
Basketball
Food Trucks every Friday, Saturday & Sunday at additional cost.
River Bottom Winery will be out every weekend with wine and beer for purchase.
**Unfortunately NO pets are allowed to enter the pumpkin patch including dogs. You will be turned away so please leave them at home.
Event by BoBrook Farms LLC
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
RAM Fall Family Day
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Join us for our Annual Fall Family Day taking place as part of the Fort Smith Fall Festival!
Saturday, October 5, 10 am – 3 pm
FREE – Just Drop by!
Sponsored by Arcbest and Mercy
This year's RAM Fall Family has been announced and you better 'be-leaf' it's full of fun! Join us Saturday, October 5, from 10 am – 3 pm for FREE hot dogs, music, and local artists’ wares on the patio, as well as make-and-take Fall crafts in the RAM Studio. Art scavenger hunts with prizes will also be held in all three galleries.
The trolley will bring you right to our front door! Make RAM a stop on your free trolley ride, courtesy of the City of Fort Smith
Doors Open: 10:00 am
Fall Crafts Begin: 10:30 am
FREE Lunch Hours: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm (while supplies last)
For a full schedule of events with our partners please visit the Fall Festival website at https://fortsmithfallfest.com/
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 11 AM - 4 PM
Pop-Up Market at City Park Fayetteville
City Park Fayetteville
Come shop amazing and unique goods from local makers as we take over the newest and coolest outdoor restaurant and bar in Fayetteville, City Park. Everything made locally by locals.
Hours: 11am-4:00pm
Date: 10/5
Address: 1332 N Leverett Ave, Fayetteville, AR 72703
Free Admission
All outdoor event
Family, leashed pet, and bicycle friendly
NO better way to shop local
Come see us!
Vendor Registration & info here: https://forms.gle/vQZR8FoPpoTk9evt9
Event by NWA Makers
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 11 AM - 3 PM
The Bernice Garden Native Plant Sale
1401 Main St , Little Rock, AR
Join us Saturday, October 5th for The Bernice Garden Native Plant Sale!
Shop a selection of Arkansas native plants from five native plant growers and enjoy free crafts and educational activities for all ages!
Check out the discussion for more information about the wide variety of collaborators that will be making this event educational and so much fun!
We hope to see you there!
Event by The Bernice Garden, Debbie Milam and Rose Marie
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 AT 1 PM
Pinch Pot Ghosts and Pumpkins
150 N Skyline Dr, Fayetteville, AR
Join us on Saturday, October 5th in the Mount Sequoyah Dining Hall for a ghoulishly good time! In this workshop you will learn to create cute ghosts and pumpkins using ceramic handbuilding techniques such as pinching and slab-building! Come create some adorable, personalized decorations with us, just in time for Fall!
Class will take place in the Dining Hall at Mount Sequoyah. Pieces will be ready for pick up on Wednesday, October 23rd.
Class Instructor: Randi Sparks aka Pyrogenic Arts
Event by Mount Sequoyah Center
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 1 PM - 3 PM
Halloween Mugs
1105 Oak Street, Conway, AR
Come make spooky mugs with us!!
Event by Glazin Pottery Studio
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 4 PM - 6 PM
Oktoberfest 2024
St. John's Lutheran Church - Russellville, AR
It's time for Russellville's Oktoberfest!
Get ready for some delicious German food! Plus, games and entertainment, craft booth, and a popcorn bar!
Just come on out to the pavilion at St. John's Lutheran Church in Russellville between 4 and 6 pm on Saturday, October 5th.
Menu:
Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, Green Beans, Coleslaw, Hot Dogs, Chips, Drinks, and Homemade Desserts.
Adults: $15
Arkansas Tech Students: $10
Children 6-12 yrs: $5
Children 5 yrs and under: Free
Need more info? Call 479-968-1309.
Proceeds will benefit River Valley Christian Clinic, Sharing and Caring, and St. John's Lutheran Church
Event by St. John's Lutheran Church - Russellville, AR
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 5 PM - 9 PM
Foodstock 2024 River Valley Food 4 Kids
Russellville Downtown Depot Park
The annual River Valley Food 4 Kids Foodstock Festival will be held on Saturday, October 5th from 5 PM-9 PM at Russellville Depot Park.
Our 10th Anniversary celebration will kick off with a 5K hosted by River Valley Runners at 8 AM. Entertainment starts at 5 PM featuring The Elderly Brothers and Hawk as our headlining band. River Valley Food 4 Kids Board Member Drew Brent will act as emcee for the event.
As River Valley Food 4 Kids celebrates 10 years of service to kids in the Arkansas River Valley, we also celebrate our partner organizations that have supported us. Foodstock 2024 will feature family-friendly games and activities from local nonprofits, community service organizations, and program partners in our micropolitan.
The event is FREE TO THE PUBLIC, with all proceeds going to the River Valley Food 4 Kids Backpack Program, which provides weekly supplemental nutrition to 1,250 children in Pope County school districts throughout the Fall and Spring semesters.
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River Valley Food 4 Kids is a community-driven 501 (C) 3 nonprofit organization that offers nutritional assistance to children experiencing food insecurity. Since 2014, River Valley Food 4 Kids has provided over 2.8 million meals to children in the Arkansas River Valley.
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#Foodstock2024 #CommunityUnity #NoKidHungry #RussellvilleAR #GiveBack #Food4Kids
Event by River Valley Food 4 Kids, Jamie McAnulty and 2 others
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 AT 5 PM
3rd Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser
1380 Bells Chapel Rd W, Atkins, AR
$10 each 10 years and up
$5 each 9 years and under
Event by Bells Chapel Assembly of God
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM 6 PM - 10 PM
October Door Hanger
401 N Reynolds Rd
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/uxfzftp
Come paint with us! Create your own beautiful door hanger. First, sign up using the link. We will contact you about what you want to paint. You can choose a design on the graphic or anything from our Facebook page that we have done before. Custom designs will cost $10 more. That does not include custom lettering on your door hanger - we do that for free.
payment is due the night of. We do not take cards! Cash, check, CashApp, PayPal, & Venmo are all okay.
Event by Art101
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 AT 7 PM
Benefit Rodeo for Logan Pounds
Don Owens Arena
Gate money and donations will be presented at the end of the rodeo. Looking for volunteers to work! Message us if you’re interested.
Event by RW Rodeo Company
Saturday, October 05, 2024
Doll Making
Arkansas Post Museum
5530 Hwy. 165 South, Gillett, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind yarn doll. This craft is a fun way to learn what toys meant to a child in 1877 as well as provide a cool indoor summer activity for all ages. All supplies will be provided, and participants will take home what they make.
Saturday, October 05, 2024
Bookbinding Workshop
Powhatan Historic State Park
4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR
Meeting Place: Powhatan Courthouse
Registration Fee:: $25.00
Have you ever wondered how a book is made? How were books made before machines? Join park staff and learn how a courthouse filled its library by learning how to bind your own book! Participants will learn how to bind their own book from all necessary materials and leave with their own finished book. Registration is required. Contact 870-878-6765 or email powhatan@arkansas.gov for questions or to register.
Saturday, October 05, 2024
Backpacking 101
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Adults: $10.00
Join a park interpreter as we learn the ins and outs of backpacking and long-distance hiking. This workshop will cover topics such as how to plan a route, proper outdoor ethics to follow, what to pack (and what not to!), how to properly distribute weight in a backpack, water purification and food prep methods, sleep systems, footwear, the pros and cons to various gear, and more. If you bring your own pack and equipment, we can help you get properly packed, and after the workshop you will have the option to take a small hike with your pack from the visitor center to the of the Ouachita Trail, a backpacking trail that starts at Pinnacle Mountain State Park and ends in Talihina, Oklahoma! Pre-registration is required by October 4th for this program, please contact the visitor center at (501) 868-5806 to get signed up! This workshop is best suited for ages 12 and up.
Saturday, October 05, 2024
Marsh Mystery
Lake Dardanelle State Park
100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Grassy Area across from the Visitor Center
Admission: Free
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle, it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. We have to be careful when enjoying these opportunities so that we don’t affect others. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center and help her solve a marsh mystery. Discover how you can help protect our natural areas.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 FROM 8 AM - 11 AM
Blacktop Sunday Back to the 80s
4204 S Pinnacle Hills Pkwy , Rogers, AR
You all must be asking your selves how can Blacktop Sunday get any better?
Well come on out October 6th and go with us Back to the 80s part 1 presented by 4 Wheel Concepts and Blacktop promotions
Put on some neon, throw on them acid wash tight rolled Jeans and get out them leg warmers, comb that mullet and ladies get them vent brushes and crimpers out and everyone get ready to jam to the 80s in that IROC or Grandnational
Special 80s car corral presented by Opposing Cylinders best place to sell your classic vehicles
4 Wheel Concepts | McLarty Daniel Ford Lincoln | McLarty Daniel Buick GMC | McLarty Daniel Chrysler | Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT | Heroes Coffee Company | Hype Coffee | NWA Custom Audio & Lighting | Ball Metal Fabrication & Hot Rods | Red Barn Donuts | Jason's Pro Detail | Express Rally - Drivers Only | 101.5 The Vibe | @topfans | @followers | Southwest Missouri Car Shows | Marque Collection
Event by Black Top Promotions
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, FROM 11 AM - 3:30 PM
Little Italy’s 95th Italian Festival
33223 Highway 300, Roland, AR
Little Italy’s famous Spaghetti and Sausage Dinner hosted by St. Francis Catholic Church. Fun and Games for all!
Event by St. Francis Catholic Church - Little Italy, Arkansas
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 11:15 AM
Biker Sunday
6949 Heber Springs Rd N, Drasco, AR
Falltoberfest is coming back to Dickson on Sunday, September 29th from noon to 6pm in downtown Fayetteville.
See flyer for details
Event by Drasco Trading Post
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 FROM 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
2024 Falcon Fest
7000 John F Kennedy Blvd, North Little Rock, AR
Join us for Falcon Fest on Sunday, October 6th!
Mark your calendars for our Annual Fall Festival, a fantastic community event in support of IC PTO. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day filled with fun, food, and entertainment!
Highlights Include:
Exciting games for all ages with amazing prizes
Mouth-watering BBQ meal provided by IC Men's Club
Live entertainment and music throughout the day
This is a perfect opportunity to celebrate fall, connect with our community, and support our school. We can't wait to see you there!
Don't miss out on the fun!
Check back soon to pre-order tickets and volunteer!
Event by IC Immaculate Conception Catholic School PTO
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 FROM 12 PM - 6 PM
Fifth Annual Oktoberfest at the Vineyard with Fassler Hall
10 Rusty Tractor Ln, Little Rock, AR,
oin us for Oktoberfest at Rusty Tractor Vineyards! This is a free event that is open to the public.
Featuring local Oktoberfest beers from Stone's Throw, Flyway, Point Remove, and Lost 40!
October 6th - 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗸𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗮𝘆
Cory Fontenot
German Wine Flights & German Beer Flights
Food from Fassler Hall
Costume Contest
Stein Hoisting Competition
Break out your Dirndls & Lederhosen for the costume competition!
Family & Pet friendly event
Open seating on our large, covered patio & in our indoor air conditioned sunroom
10-acre lawn perfect for a picnic blanket!
FREE! Come hang with us!
10 Rusty Tractor Lane, Little Rock
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 FROM 1 PM - 4 PM
Doggie Paddle Day benefitting Little Rock Animal Village
Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center
Bring your dogs to the pool for an afternoon of fun for the whole family! Friends of the Animal Village's Annual Doggie Paddle Day event will take place at the Jim Dailey Fitness Center (300 S. Monroe St.).
This is the only day of the year that dogs will be allowed to swim and play in the two outdoor pools at War Memorial! Lots of dogs have had their first swim at Doggie Paddle Day!
The entry fee is $10 per dog and all breeds are welcome. You can pay with cash or card at the door.
There must be one human adult per dog. All proceeds from this event go to the Little Rock Animal Village.
Event Rules:
Dogs must be spayed or neutered, and up to date on vaccinations
Only dogs that play well with others should attend
*One dog per human adult*
Bring your dog's rabies tag
Event by Friends of the Animal Village
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 2:30 PM
Filmland: Arkansas Thrills + Chills Showcase
Fayetteville Public Library
Get ready for a **spine-tingling night** of thrills, chills, and out-of-this-world sci-fi! Join ACS for the Filmland: Arkansas Showcase at the Fayetteville Public Library’s Walker Room, featuring top local filmmakers and an exciting lineup of films. We’re screening "That One Little Thing," "The Memo," "Where Is It?" and the Filmland: Arkansas 2024 Pro Shorts Winner "The Tickle Monster." Plus, a special sneak peek of Jason Pitts' upcoming feature The Forest Through the Trees! Stick around for a filmmaker Q+A after the screening!
This event is sponsored by the Fayetteville Public Library.
Date: Sunday, October 6th
Location: Walker Room-Fayetteville Public Library
Doors: 2:00 pm
Show: 2:30 pm
Admission: Free
https://www.arkansascinemasociety.org/.../filmland...
Event by Arkansas Cinema Society
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 3 PM
Blessing of the Animals
501 S Phoenix Ave, Russellville, AR
Join us for our annual blessing of the animals as we celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and the environment. This is a community event, so all are welcome.
Animals will be blessed by our priest the Rev. Mercedes Clements and receive a medallion for their collar. We ask that all animals be leashed or safely in a carrier.
For more information about our blessing or our parish please call us at 479-968-3622.
Event by All Saints' Episcopal Church Russellville AR and At The Table
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 FROM 6 PM - 10 PM
En Fuego Latin Dance Night-Birthday Celebration!
We’re celebrating a special milestone… Claudia’s birthday! Come dance and toast with us!
**Six Twelve will have all the margaritas 20% off
Get ready to ignite your Sundays with passion and rhythm! Join us every first Sunday for SIX TWELVE LATIN DANCE NIGHTS, where the music is hot and the vibes are hotter!
Enjoy a night of dancing to your favorite Latin beats - salsa, bachata, cumbia, merengue, cha-cha, and kizomba - all with an EN FUEGO twist!
Beginners, start with our 6-7pm lesson, then join the party for open dance until 10:00pm! Cover charge: $15 for lesson and social dance, or $10 for social dance only.
Thank you for being part of our dance community! We can't wait to share another unforgettable night with you!
Plus, arrive early to take advantage of our daily happy hour from 3:00-6:12pm, featuring $1 off all beer, wine, cocktails, and small plates!
Questions? Reach out to us on Messenger - EN FUEGO DANCE & FITNESS.
Let's dance, NWA!
Event by En Fuego Dance & Fitness and Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 FROM 8 AM - 4 PM
Pulaski County FREE Mulch Giveaway
2979 W 32nd St, Little Rock, AR
Our mulch giveaway will run on Friday and Saturday from 8AM to 4PM.
Location: The Old Smoky Hollow Building
2979 W 32nd St, Little Rock, AR 72204
Look for signs along Roosevelt Rd, near the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office
No load limit.
Open to all residents county or
non-county.
EARLY BIRDS WELCOME!
Event by Pulaski County Government
Sunday, October 06, 2024
Adaptation Artistry
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Birds have many special adaptations that make them especially suited for the area in which they live. Join a park interpreter at the visitor center to explore some of these adaptations. We will create birds of our own with their own special adaptations and create a habitat for our special friend.
Sunday, October 06, 2024
Natural Bridge Hike
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Seven Hollows Trailhead
Admission: Free
Meet Park Interpreter Jake to hike to the Natural Bridge. This is the area that first inspired the creation of the state park. Learn about the history as well as the unusual geology of the area. This hike is 3-miles long and follows rugged terrain. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water!
Sunday, October 06, 2024
Campfire and Coffee
Lake Catherine State Park
1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR
Meeting Place: Trailhead
Admission: Free
Join Park Interpreter Carrie around the campfire by the trailhead for a conversation around the campfire. Coffee and sweet treats will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. This program is a come-and-go program with a short story shared at the beginning of it. The fire will be ready for your company in about 45 minutes.
Sunday, October 06, 2024
Hawktober Hawk Watch
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Meeting Place: Cameron Bluff Overlook
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could potentially view broad-winged hawks in action, visiting Mount Magazine on their long trip to Central and South America. Feel free to bring with you any level of bird-watching experience, and your favorite binoculars!
