The weekend is approaching fast! If you are looking for something to do, there are tons of exciting events in the days ahead.
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, May 3, 2024
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 12 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 11:45 PM
Youth Shooting Sports - East Regional Tournament
AGFF/Jacksonville Shooting Sports Complex
JR High - Friday, May 3rd
SR High - Saturday, May 4th
For more information, email james.self@agfc.ar.gov
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 8 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 2 PM
Church Rummage Sale & Bake Sale
119 Locust St, Dardanelle
Huge Church Rummage Sale & Bake Sale
Friday & Saturday, May 3rd & 4th, 8 am - 2 pm
** All proceeds will go to our Rio Bravo, Mexico Mission Trip **
~~ We have tons of stuff plus baked goods!
~~ Please Share!
Event by Dardanelle Methodist Church
FRIDAY, MAR 3 AT 8 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 4 PM
Junkin Heaven on Hwy 7
Hey yall! Junkin’ Heaven on HWY 7 is back and ready for another year of the bargains. This years event will be Friday May 3rd and Saturday May 4th. Start prepping your junk and finding your spots. Spread the word and I’ll post updates as I hear them! Hope to have it back and better than ever!enspring #ewasterecycling #electronics #recycling #thedistrict #rogersarkansas #bentoncounty
Event by Junkin’ Heaven on HWY 7
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 8 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 10 PM
Steel Horse Rally
Ft. Smith, Arkansas
Annual Rally. Open to the public.
Event by IMRG - Heritage NWA 1938
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 8 AM - MAY 4 AT 5 PM
2024 Annual Conference
We are celebrating our 10 Year Anniversary during the 2024 Annual Conference May 3rd and 4th at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock with a bonus pre-conference opioid education event on May 2nd.
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 9 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 9 PM
Mountain View Iris Festival 2024
Stone County Courthouse (Arkansas)
Happy 2024 to our iris friends, volunteers, and community members. The 6th annual iris festival will be held on May 3-4, 2024 RAIN or SHINE! It is held the first Friday and Saturday of May. The festival has grown to include additional events. Events and updates will be posted on our website: www.mountainviewirisfest.com, Facebook Groups, and local and state media sites. We do sell iris rhizomes at the festival on Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. We are a non-profit 501(c)3 and proceeds from sales go to fund the festival and community gardening projects. Most events are free and family friendly. We showcase over 200 iris varieties, several music genres, our great natural resources, and friendly folks and businesses. Hurry, make lodging plans now. Looking forward to seeing you at the upcoming Mountain View Iris Festival May 3-4, 2024!
Event by Karen Avey and Mountain View Iris Festival, Mountain View, Arkansas
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 9 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 5 PM
Heritage Herb Spring Extravaganza!
Ozark Folk Center State Park
The Heritage Herb Spring Extravaganza returns to the Ozark Folk Center State Park in scenic Mountain View May 3rd through the 4th. The festival which takes place during National Herb Week is designed for anyone interested in learning about herbs through inspirational demonstrations, downhome food, fragrance, and practical information.
The annual event kicks off with a Lavish Herbal Feast on Thursday, May 2nd. The Spring Extravaganza is a two-day symposium on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. that includes workshops, lectures, and luncheons. Visitors will learn about a variety of plants and herbs, including Yarrow, this Herb of the Year 2024™, and techniques for preserving and preparing food from renown herbalists, gardeners, and authors with decades of experience.
To learn more about acclaimed guest speakers, see an event schedule, or register for the Lavish Herbal Feast on May 2nd or the Heritage Herb Spring Extravaganza on May 3rd or 4th, visit OzarkFolkCenter.Ticketleap.com. Online pre-registration is required by April 17th. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
Event by Ozark Folk Center State Park
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 9 AM - SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 5 PM
Arkansas Pottery Festival
505 W Spring St, Fayetteville
This annual free event at Community Creative Center highlights local and regional artists over three days. An exhibition and pottery sale includes work from numerous potters and is available throughout the event in the main gallery at CCC. Special Guests are brought in for lectures and pottery demonstrations.
Event by Community Creative Center and Arkansas Pottery Festival 3
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 10 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 4 PM
Crazy Quilters of Mountain View Quilt Show
Arkansas Craft School 101 N Peabody Ave
The best quilters and new friends you will meet at the quilt show. Beautiful displays of handmade quilts. Both days May 3-4 Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 4:00 P.M. Don't miss it friends!
Event by Karen Avey and Mountain View Iris Festival, Mountain View, Arkansas
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 11 AM - SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 3 PM
Cinco De Mayo Celebration!
2724 W Martin Luther King Blvd, Fayetteville
Ole! Ole! Join us at our Cinco De Mayo Fiesta at Car-Mart of Fayetteville. We’ll have complimentary food and refreshments. Enjoy fun for the whole family, enter to win some great prizes, and celebrate with us! https://bit.ly/3Ju7I1F
No purchase necessary. One entry per person per day. Need not be present to win. Must be 18 years of age or older. Valid photo ID required. Not available to Car-Mart associates or Car-Mart associates’ immediate family. At participating location only.
#CincoDeMayo #FamilyFun #CarMartFayetteville #Food #Prizes
Event by America's Car-Mart
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 1 PM - SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 5 PM
Toad Suck at BMB 2.0
802 Front St, Conway
Join us for lunch at our future location!
This is pop up event we are hosting only for the Toad Suck weekend.
We will be serving our famous pulled pork sandwiches, Chicago style Vienna hot dogs, Polish Maxwells, sweets, sourdough pretzels, Italian sodas, cold drinks, and refreshing coffee from Demure Coffee shop.
Plus much more!!
Event by BMB Creations - bakery
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 1 PM - SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 12 PM
Arkansas Audubon Society Spring Meeting
Come to the AAS Spring Meeting for great speakers, field trips, and other activities (including an owl prowl)! Register at https://arbirds.org/!
Event by Arkansas Audubon Society
FRIDAY, MAY 3 FROM 2 PM - SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 5 PM
Rafter S Ranch Days Spring Market
1268 Georgia Ridge Road, Searcy
Welcome to the Rafter S Ranch Days experience! We offer shoppers a variety of vendors to peruse as they enjoy the scenery of our little paradise here on the ranch. Come see what ranch life is all about and snag a sweet deal in the process!
Don't forget to sign up to be a vendor! We are excited to have everyone at our very FIRST Rafter S Ranch Days spring market!
We are looking for vendors that sell anything from antiques, handmade items, new items, clothing, decor, furniture, etc. Please visit our website for more information!
https://jlwesson17.wixsite.com/rafter-s-ranch-days
Event by Rafter S Ranch Days
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 5 PM - SUNDAY MAY 5 AT 10 PM
44th Annual Strawberry Jam, Grayson Farms
Welcome to the 44th Annual Strawberry Jam held at Barth Grayson Farms, Bald Knob, AR. Gates open Friday, May 3, 3:30pm. $20 cash only at the gate. Come on out for a great weekend of live music. Family friendly, free camping with admission, food and craft vendors, Friday is Outlaw Music featuring Billy Don Burns, with 90 Proof, Greg Collins and Crossroads Reunion, Mallory Everett.
Saturday is Rock and Blues. Gates open at 8am, music starts at 10am.
For more information contact Barth Grayson at 501-626-7403, baldknobbarth@gmail.com.
Event by Billy Don Burns Authorized Page, Strawberry Jam and 5 others
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 4 PM - SUNDAY, MAY 4 AT 1 PM
Church Rummage Sale
501 S Phoenix Ave, Russellville
All Saints' is having a church rummage sale to benefit our Camp Scholarships. To coincide with the Junkin' on Highway 7 event, we will have a preview sale of items starting at 6 pm to 8 pm on Friday May 3rd and then May 4th from 8 am to 1 pm.
Purchases can be made with Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and we will have a square scanner for payment. No checks.
Event by All Saints' Episcopal Church Russellville AR
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 4 PM - SATURDAY, MAY 5 AT 6 PM
ABRA Barrel Bash
Saline County Fairgrounds
$10,000 ADDED!!! $8000 ADDED OPEN 5D & $2000 ADDED YOUTH 4D
Friday Night ABRA Horseshow- Jackpot Saturday & Sunday.
Trophy Buckles to the Average Winners in each 'D' Open & Youth.
Special Thanks to our main sponsor Bale Chevrolet!
All ground by John Laws and photography by Kozy D Photography.
ABRA Horseshow Friday night will include Exhibitions, Poles, and Barrels. You never have to be a member to ride!
Saturday
Books Open- 8AM
Exhibitions- 8:30-11:30AM- $5 Each
PeeWee 3D- $10- 100% Payback - Noon
$4000 Open 5D ($50) & $1000 Youth 4D ($25) - 12:30
Senior and Adult Sidepots ($20)
Sunday
Books Open- 8AM
Exhibitions- 8:30-Noon $5 Each
Cowboy Church- 12:30PM
PeeWee 3D- $10- 100% Payback - 1:00
$4000 Open 5D ($50) & $1000 Youth 4D ($25)- 1:30
Senior and Adult Sidepots ($20)
Preenter online at https://bit.ly/BarrelBash24
Please remember to pay via PayPal Friends and Family to ABRAEntry@gmail.com by Wednesday, May 1st at 6PM to be included in the draw.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are all Arkansas Elite Qualifiers.
Stalls & RVs are $30 per night.
Concessions will be onsite.
Event by Arkansas Barrel Racing Association
FRIDAY, MAY 3 AT 5 PM - MAY 5 AT 5 PM
Hot Springs Gem & Mineral Show
The Club House Hot Springs
The Local Art Entity presents the 2nd annual HOT SPRINGS GEM & MINERAL SHOW!
Details:
Place: The Club House Hot Springs
Date: May 3rd - 5th
Show Time: Friday [5-9pm], Sat & Sun [10am - 6pm]
Free public admission.
Live art, Guest speakers, FOOD TRUCKS, & more!
Vendor registration is now open at www.thelocalartentity.com
Event by The Local Art Entity
Friday, May 03, 2024 | Saturday, May 04, 2024
HERITAGE HERB SPRING EXTRAVAGANZA
Ozark Folk Center State Park
1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View
PLEASE NOTE: This is an event that requires attendance on all days listed.
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Heritage Herb Spring Extravaganza returns to the Ozark Folk Center State Park in scenic Mountain View May 3rd through the 4th. The festival which takes place during National Herb Week is designed for anyone interested in learning about herbs through inspirational demonstrations, downhome food, fragrance, and practical information.
Learn more about acclaimed guest speakers, event schedule, or register for the event. Online pre-registration is required by April 17, 2024. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
The annual event kicks off with a Lavish Herbal Feast on Thursday, May 2, 2024. The evening begins with Garden Party Reception, sponsored by the Herb Society of America – Ozark Unit at 6 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres and libations will be served at the Heritage Herb Garden before the lavish feast begins at the park’s hilltop restaurant, The Skillet. View the feast menu or reserve your tickets to the herbal feast.
Friday, May 03, 2024 / 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
RIM TRAIL HIKE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Admission: Free
A beautiful, scenic section of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout Trail comes alive with wildflowers each spring. Join Park Interpreter BT for a beautiful hike along the Rim Trail. This hike is about 1 mile long and covers rolling terrain. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
Friday, May 03, 2024 / 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
A BENEFICIAL BENEFIELD HIKE
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Benefield Picnic Area
Admission: Free
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded), are all highly recommended for this easy, 1.5-mile hike. Caution- this hiking trail does run along very high cliffs with no railing, so children and pets must be highly supervised by legal guardians at all times.
Friday, May 03, 2024 / 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
SUNSET CRUISE
DeGray Lake Resort State Park
2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck
Meeting Place: Marina
Admission- Adult: $14.00
Admission- Kids ages 6-12: $8.00
Admission- Under 6: Free
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning noon the day before at the Lodge front desk, (501) 865-5851. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early, because the boat must depart on time.
Saturday, May 4, 2024
SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 7 AM
Open for the season!
267 Vaughn Circle, Dover
Front Porch Breakfast is back! This growing season is among us, and we are excited for this year!
Event by Drewry Farm & Orchards
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 7 AM - 1 PM
Big Sale Youth Fundraiser
1800 South Knoxville, Russellville
Come shop our BIG indoor yard SALE and support our youth activities. We have clothes, shoes, furniture, houseware, and lots more! Doors open at 7 am.
Event by Grace Baptist Church
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 8 AM - 12 PM
Opening day of the Dardanelle Farmer’s Market
501 N Front St, Dardanelle
Mark your calendars everyone! Opening day is coming soon! May 4th will be the kick off day for the season. I know several vendors are excited to get the season going and we're ready to see our customers! Spread the word! We're still accepting vendors for the season. Contact Brittany Holt or this page for more information on joining the New Dardanelle Farmers Market. We would love to have you
Event by New Dardanelle Farmers Market and Richard W. Holt
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 8 AM - 1 PM
Opening day of Pope County Farmers Market 2024
The Depot Park, 320 W C St, Russellville
Join us as we kick off the Pope County Farmers Market downtown Russellville at the Depot Park! At the market you will find locally grown ultra fresh produce, flowers, meats, baked goods, handmade items, and even pet treats! Can’t wait to see you there!
Event by Aunt Melvie Brownies & More, Victoria’s Little Bread House and 4 others
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 9 AM - 3 PM
2nd Annual Seminar: All Things Herbal 2024
2600 West Markham Street, Little Rock
Join us to learn more about herbs and gardening for pollinators with our three speakers, demonstrations, plant sale, and herbal tastings!
Join us for our 2nd Annual Seminar: All Things Herbal 2024 for an incredible opportunity to learn more about herbs! Expand your herbal and gardening knowledge with our three speakers and table-top demonstrations. You'll learn about native herbs from our own Jane Doty. Learn about monarch biology, native bees, and the native plants that support them with Leslie Cooper from the Arkansas Monarch Conservation Partnership. Debbie Boutelier, Chair of the Herb Society of America’s GreenBridges program, will talk about how to easily incorporate pollinator-friendly plants into your landscape and qualify to be a part of the GreenBridges program. There will be short breaks throughout, as well as an hour break for guests to have lunch on their own. During breaks, guests can enjoy tastings of herbal refreshments, demonstrations of fun ways to use herbs, and of course, shop at our plant sale!
Event by The Herb Society of America Arkansas Unit
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 9 AM - 4 PM
Party in the Park
In Russellville’s City Park, 1001 East B Street, Russellville, AR. Just east of the new Splash Pad.
Russellville’s oldest arts festival - free and open to the public! Come see local art, watch art demonstrations, buy from vendors and eat from local food trucks. This year’s event is on Star Wars day, so please dress as your favorite Star Wars character and bring your lightsaber! May the 4th be with you!
Event by River Valley Arts Center
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 9 AM - 2 PM
Lamar Farmers and Crafters Market Car show
1535 East Main Street Lamar
Un 4 Seen Car and Truck club Russellville Chapter will be hosting a Car Show May 4th from 9-2 at Bee's Butchery in Lamar.
This is also the location of Lamar Farmers and Crafters Market. There will be vendors set up saling things and also will be a Chamber ribbon cutting the same day.
$20 entry fee for showing. All proceeds go to the Farmers market and Bee's Butchery. There will be Trophies for Top 3, Best in Show and Un 4 Seen choice. Shine those cars, trucks and bikes up and come enjoy a great day of cars and crafts.
Event by Dustin Kraus and Aron Rook
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 10 AM - 1 PM
Free Comic Book Day & Star Wars Day
Stop by and grab FREE COMICS! May the force be with you during Toad Suck Daze.
Catch us in the lobby area of the Faulkner County Library from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for Free Comic Book Day!! (AND Star Wars Day!)
We'll be handing out a variety of free comics the run the range of ages. Check out the graphic in the discussion area for how to check what ages the comics are intended for.
You'll also have the chance to make your own comic book button, AND we're celebrating Star Wars Day with materials to make your own mini finger lightsaber!
This event is FREE and open to the public. All ages are welcome!
Event by Faulkner County Library
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 10 AM - 12 PM
Introduction to Genealogy Research
401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville
Join us for an introductory class about tracing your ancestral roots. During this class, you will learn how to start a family tree and the resources available for use during your research.
Learn more at faylib.org/event/10585172!
Event by Fayetteville Public Library
SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 11 AM
Candle Making Event
372 E Glazypeau Rd
Mark your calendars!! Sweet Flames will be back hosting another fun filled candle making event at The Vintage Pearl Boutique! This event you will be creating your own 8oz custom made soy candle. Seats are $25 per person to reserve. Seats are also limited. Contact me to reserve your spot! You don’t wanna miss out
-Ashton Quinn
Event by Sweet Flames
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 11 AM - 6 PM
BGO Plant Sale
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
This event has been rescheduled from April 26 & 27 due to inclement weather.
The BGO Plant Sale is now scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 4, from 11 am to 6 pm inside the Event Hall and on the Great Lawn. BGO members will enjoy early access to the sale from 11 am to 1 pm and the public will be able to purchase items from 1 to 6 pm.
Spring has officially sprung at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks (BGO) and we are thrilled to announce our highly anticipated annual “BGO Plant Sale,” taking place on May 4. This vibrant garden market represents a 15-year-long collaboration between BGO and small businesses, with more than 25 local creators, curators, and entrepreneurs represented.
With items expected to sell out quickly, BGO members will enjoy exclusive early access to the sale on Saturday morning from 11 am to 1 pm. Be sure to buy or renew your membership at bgozarks.org! The sale will open to the public on Saturday afternoon from 1 pm to 6 pm.
Guests can peruse a diverse selection of unique items, including handmade grass baskets and plant-themed rugs, eco-printed journals, propagation stations, jewelry made with dried flowers, and, of course, all kinds of indoor and outdoor plants for beginners and experts alike! Additionally, attendees can enjoy Smith & Betts and Wholesome Smoothies as they shop!
Admission is free, but registration is required at bgozarks.org.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the arrival of spring, enhance your garden & home with exceptional finds, while supporting local businesses at the BGO Plant Sale!
Vendors: Agana Baskets | Art From My Heart | Boston Mountain Candles | By and By Studio | Carroll County Master Gardeners | Color Me Happy Watercolors | The EverGreene Heart | Foxglove Studio | Get Baked with Me Bakery | LA Ranch Gardens | Love Lavern | Northwest Arkansas Florist | NWA Daylily Society | NWA Master Naturalists | Orchid Society of the Ozarks | Ozark Compost | Ozark Roots Native Plants, Seeds & Foods | Ozark Soul Native Plants | Pink Fern Plant Co. | Pleasant Acres Garden | Railside Vintage | Ray’s Honey | Red Bird Naturals | Rutherford Farm | Sacred Hollow Farm | Solaramic Stoneware | The Tea Horse | Terra Handmade | U of A Ceramics | ValleyNHills
Sponsors: KNWA (Presenting Broadcasting Sponsor) | Citiscapes Magazine (Presenting Media Sponsor)
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 11 AM - 3 PM
Riverbrew Rendezvous Craft Beer & Int’l Food Festival
102 South Crestliner Street, Morrilton
You're invited to celebrate international food and craft beer with Point Remove Brewing Company on Saturday, May 4, 2024 – and help give back to our local community!
Craft breweries from around the Natural State will be serving their best beers and international food will be flying from food trucks and private vendors from 11am - 3pm on May 4th. To taste all the artisanal brews, just buy a tasting ticket. Food can be purchased by anyone at the event, no ticket needed.
A portion of all tickets sold will benefit River Valley Food 4 Kids whose mission it is to help alleviate hunger among children in the River Valley. The currently feed 1,000 children each week directly from school via their Backpack Program, but also have year-round programs as well. Learn more and get in touch with the organization by visiting www.rivervalleyfood4kids.org.
As breweries and food vendors confirm for Riverbrew Rendezvous, they will be listed below and on our Eventbrite page.
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Confirmed Breweries:
• Bentonville Brewing Company
• Stone's Throw Brewing
• Flyway Brewing
• Lost 40
• Origami Sake
• Gravity BrewWorks
• Greenhouse Aleworks
• Crystal Ridge Distillery
• Diamond Bear Brewing
• Ozark Beer Company
Confirmed Food Vendors:
• Sabaidee Lao
• Kuroki Bakery
• Mayra's Tacos
• Pupuseria La Bendicion
• The Cajun Trouxth
Event by Point Remove Brewing Company, Lost Forty Brewing and 2 others
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 1 PM - 4 PM
Class: Fused Glass Flower Garden Art Panel with Wooden Base
204 E 4th Street, North Little Rock
Bring your favorite flowers to life in a whole new way by recreating them in glass! Participants will learn different techniques to creatively portray the likeness of their chosen flowers and create a stunning and unique fused glass garden to be displayed inside all year long.
This project is a little more complex, so previous fused glass experience is required. If you’ve attended one of our Try It Workshops or Fused Glass Classes, you’re all set. It will be important to arrive at this workshop with the working knowledge of how to safely cut glass for use in design. A wooden base will be provided to display your artwork and we look forward to seeing your glass gardens grow!
In this hands-on class, you will learn:
How to take your prior glass cutting knowledge and fine-tune it to precision cutting.
About specialty glass that adds a wow factor to your designs.
How to design intricate details using tiny glass pieces and stringers.
Register at arhub.org/classes
Prerequisite: Some Fused Glass Experience Needed
Ages: 18+
Level: Intro
Sessions: 1
Time Per Session: 3 hours
Event by Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 4 PM - 6 PM
Fundraising Event! Chewy Cake Workshop; Support our Senior Center!
2129 North Center Street,Fayetteville
Come join us for another fun cake decorating workshop AND support a great cause! All proceeds for this event go to the Elkins Senior Center
We are joining forces to support a cause that is near and dear to our hearts - the Senior Center.
This class will be a hands-on, instructional workshop where you will learn how to decorate your very own "Chewy" cake to enjoy on May the 4th (be with you) Just in case you have plans to watch a special movie that day!
All proceeds for this workshop will be donated to the Elkins Senior Center to help with activities and meals for our senior citizens.
Materials and instructions will be provided, and no experience is necessary!
Event by Nellie B's Bakery
SATURDAY, MAY 4 FROM 10 AM - 11 AM
Acoustic Music Mornings
Bring your egg shaker, flute, drumsticks, kazoo whatever you have! Join in on this community-led musical morning. We are kid and good dog friendly. Bring a chair and join in or just listen.
No admission fees.
Event by The Bernice Garden
Saturday, May 04, 2024
DOLL MAKING
Arkansas Post Museum
5530 Hwy. 165 South, Gillett
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, May 04, 2024 | Sunday, May 05, 2024
KAYAK CAMPOUT
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine
PLEASE NOTE: This is an event that requires attendance on all days listed.
Meeting Place: Marina Boat Ramp
Join Lake Ouachita State Park staff to make memories and leave nothing but ripples during an overnight kayaking adventure! Join park interpreters along a guided kayak trip to a pristine shoreline campsite. There you will enjoy catered meals and interpretive programming throughout the weekend. Bring your own kayak and supplies or rent them from us. The fee includes three meals and snacks. A $50 non refundable deposit per participant is required to reserve a spot. Children ages 6 and above are welcome, those under age 12 will be required to ride with an adult in a tandem kayak. The trip will require a minimum of 10 guests to be signed up by May 1st, 2024. Space is limited, and deposits are required, so make your reservations early. Kayaking experience preferred. Contact Park Interpreter Emily Stubblefield at (501) 293-3375 to reserve your spot today!
Saturday, May 04, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
BOY SCOUT TRAIL ADVENTURE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for a hike down the Boy Scout Trail. This hike will lead us up along the canyon for a spectacular view of the Cedar Creek canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring along water!
Saturday, May 04, 2024 / 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
GOIN' ON A BUG HUNT: CICADA EDITION!
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area
20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers
Admission: Free
Insects and other invertebrates are very important but are often misunderstood. Join Park Interpreter Chris on a bug hunt around the visitor center grounds as we discover their diversity and learn how we can help them. This year we’re expecting brood XIX of the 13-year periodical cicada, last seen in 2011, to emerge by the billions! Nets and bug jars are provided.
Sunday, May 5, 2024
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 8 AM - 11 AM
Black Top Sunday
5102 W Pauline Whitaker Parkway, Rogers
Black Top Sunday, hosted by Black Top Promotions, is a monthly coffee and cars event held on the first Sunday of each month at One Up Town. Car enthusiasts from the community come together to share their passion for automobiles in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
Attendees gather at the picturesque location to showcase their prized vehicles, ranging from classic cars to modern sports cars, and everything in between. The event provides a platform for enthusiasts to connect, admire each other's rides, and engage in conversations about their shared interest in automotive culture.
Against the backdrop of revving engines and the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee, participants bond over a mutual appreciation for all things automotive. Whether it's discussing engine specs, sharing restoration stories, or simply enjoying the company of like-minded individuals, Black Top Sunday fosters a sense of camaraderie within the local car community.
With a diverse array of cars on display and a shared love for automobiles as the focal point, Black Top Sunday at One Up Town is more than just a gathering—it's a celebration of passion, creativity, and the joy of driving. Each event leaves attendees eagerly anticipating the next opportunity to come together and revel in their shared enthusiasm for all things automotive.
Event by Black Top Promotions
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 9 AM - 2 PM
The Bernice Garden Farmers’ Market
The Bernice Garden
Join us every Sunday from 9-2 and enjoy an open community space for local growers and businesses to sell fruit, vegetables, nuts, berries, flowers, and herbs, as well as prepared food and other goods.
Event by The Bernice Garden
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 10 AM - 3PM
The Market at Pettway 5/5
A weekly Art market at Pettaway Square in Little Rock!
Event by The Market at Pettaway
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 11 AM - 9 PM
Cinco De Mayo Celebration
2225 S Bellview Road Suite 101, Rogers
May 5th, 2024
•Come join us all day as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo: a historical day of celebration for the events that took place at the Battle of Puebla.
•Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co is excited to have Reunión back on tap (our Mexican Lager), Micheladas, and frozen MARGARITAS
•Los Compas Rogers will be open serving tasty authentic Mexican food including tacos, birria ramen, quesadillas and more.
Read more about this historical day here: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/cinco-de-mayo
Event by Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co.
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
Sunday Funday at the Vineyard with The Prickly Pickle and Jack Bennett
Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards
Join us for another open-to-the-public day at the vineyard!
Sunday, May 5th ↓
→ 12-4 pm
The Prickly Pickle
Live music - Jack Bennett
Free to attend and dog-friendly(indoor & out)!
Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar, Beer, Wine, and Frozen Drinks
Our outdoor patio will be open and indoor seating will also be available in our indoor sunroom
Event by Rusty Tractor Vineyards - Home of Sunset Lodge
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
51st Territorial Fair
200 E 3rd St, Little Rock
51st Annual Territorial Fair
The Magic of Spring
Sunday, May 5
12 – 4 pm
FREE
One of our biggest and most loved festivals of the year - the Territorial Fair - will be brimming with music, dancing, maypoles and magic! We’ll have make-and-take activities for all, old-fashioned games on our lawn, lively performances, engaging demonstrations and authentic crafts. Bring the whole family out on the first Sunday in May for this captivating journey to the 19th century where you'll experience the sights, sounds and traditions of Arkansas history.
Event by Historic Arkansas Museum
SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 12 PM
Time out for Mother’s! Pop Up Shop!
2621 West Main Street Suite 6, Russellville
Mark your calendar!
May 5th 12noon-5pm
Time out for Mother's Pop up shop!
Join us at Sage Studio Salon for a fun afternoon of shopping and relaxation!
We will have some of our favorite vendors to name a few
Nessie's Nest
The Scarlet Belle Boutique
Messy Mom Bakery
Violet Fields
Urthmeds
Valorah
Sage
Along with free chair massage and a free sound bowl immersion from 2:30-3:00.
All our favorite things all in one shopping court
(For the sound bowl immersion, please arrive promptly, as the doors will be locked once the class starts)
This is the perfect opportunity to grab some mother's day gifts, but also a perfect afternoon out just for fun! See you there!
Event by Sage Studio Salon
SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 2 PM
Mudbugs and Margs ‘24
Brewski's North, North Little Rock
MUDBUGS and MARGS '24
Sunday 5/5/24 at 2pm
crawfish boil / drink specials
its a Cinco de Mayo party y'all!
Event by Brewski's North
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 11 AM - 12:30 PM
Foraging Plant Walk at Dogwood Canyon
Join wilderness survival instructor and naturalist Bo Brown at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park for a mosey around the canyon to learn about wildflowers, edible and medicinal plants, and a bit about local archaeology. Bring binoculars if you have them, as there’s always a possibility to see beautiful songbirds and other Ozarks wildlife!
This demonstration is free and included with admission to Dogwood Canyon.
Learn more at dogwoodcanyon.org/events
Event by Dogwood Canyon
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 12 PM - 3 PM
Cinco de Mayo Party
2649 E. Mission Blvd, Unit 1, Fayetteville,
If May the 5th has you dreaming of cold cerveza and nachos, we've got you covered, staring with our fresh Zihuatanejo Lime Lager on tap for the occasion. And our always popular draft margarita will be on special for $8!
Nellie B's will be serving up supreme nachos with a choice of carnitas or chicken (kids' nachos too!) and an enchilada plate with a choice of beef or cheese, complete with street corn salad and beans. Yum!
And of course since it's Nellie B, we'll be having some amazing treats. Think decorated cookies, Mexican wedding cookies, tres leches cake, strawberry margarita cheesecake, and churro bars. Um, wow.
And you know if FAY has a special event, Loretta will be there from Ozark Fairy Hair to give you some extra sparkle!
Event by Fayetteville Beer Works, Nellie B's Bakery and Ozark Fairy Hair
SUNDAY, MAY 5 FROM 3 PM - 10 PM
Cinco de Mayo #YardParty
East Village - Little Rock, Arkansas
Join us with a #yardparty celebration featuring local taco trucks, tequila tastings and a live Dj. The party will kick off at 3pm with @djxavierriley and run until closing time at 10pm. (It is still a Sunday after all, lets keep things early so we can all recover for Monday)
THE DETAILS:
• 3pm-10pm
• 21+ after 3pm
• $5 door cover {cash or card}
• Tequila Tasting in #theyard feat. @tanteotequila
• Food Truck: @the_flying_fork_mawmaws_house doing what they do best, keeping our hearts and stomachs happy with delicious tacos!
• Yard games like baggo, connect4, Jenga & more!
• plus dancing your a** off once that tequila hits
FROM THE BAR:
~Specialty Cocktail~
• Spicy Margarita $8
• made with your choice of Jalapeño or Habanero @tanteotequila (flavors available)
~On Special~
• $5 House Margs
• $8 Patron & Don Julio
• $10 Teremana & Casamigos
• $12 Corona, Dos Equis, & Modelo Buckets
+++ our regular Sunday Funday specials!
Cheers to a good time y’all!
Event by The Rail Yard LR
SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 3 PM
Cinco de Mayo
4500 S Dixieland Rd., Rogers
Get ready to fiesta like there's no mañana at The Piano Bar and Grill's Cinco de Mayo extravaganza!
Join us as we celebrate the vibrant spirit of Cinco de Mayo with a day-long fiesta starting at 3 PM! Indulge in irresistible drink specials, mouthwatering Mexican bites, and exhilarating activities!
From 3 PM onwards, enjoy $3 Coronas and Modelos, $5 Margaritas, and $2 Tequila Shots all day and all night long! Let the flavors of Mexico tantalize your taste buds with our special menu featuring beef or chicken tacos, loaded nachos, cheesy quesadillas, crispy chips with salsa and queso, and indulgent churros for dessert.
But that's not all! The fun doesn't stop at the bar. Challenge your spice tolerance in our pepper eating contest or unleash your inner child with our kids and adult piñatas, bursting with sweet surprises.
Whether you're craving authentic Mexican cuisine, thirst-quenching drinks, or simply looking for a fiesta-filled day, The Piano Bar and Grill is the ultimate destination to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style!
Mark your calendars, invite your amigos, and join us from 3 PM onwards to make this Cinco de Mayo one for the books! See you there!
Event by The Piano Bar and Grill, Amy Elmore and Aaron Schauer
Sunday, May 05, 2024 / 6 a.m. - 7 a.m.
SUNRISE AT STOUT'S POINT
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Petit Jean Gravesite Overlook
Admission: Free
Join Park Interpreter Jake bright and early at Stout’s Point (Petit Jean Gravesite Overlook). We’ll watch the sun rise above the beautiful Arkansas River Valley spread out below, listen to the birds waking up, and watch them forage for breakfast. We can walk the cliff edge and boardwalk towards the old YMCA building for sparrows and other species in the low shrubs. As the sun warms the air, thermals begin to form, attracting soaring vultures and raptors. Remember—the Early Birder gets the birds!
Sunday, May 05, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
DISNEY ANIMALS
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg
Meeting Place: Theater Room
10:00 am - 10:30 am
Did you know some of the animals seen in Disney's animated movies can be found at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join Park Interpreter Mystina to find out which of your favorite Disney animals live here in the park.
Sunday, May 05, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
THE BIG 5 HIKE
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for a big, 5-mile hike on Mount Magazine! Hiking in some of the same steps of people dating as far back as the 1800s, participants will experience the pure mountain air, the breathtaking views and spectacular nature that has drawn everyone from early settlers, farmers, entrepreneurs and countless tourists to Mount Magazine. This hike will start at the North Rim trailhead by the visitor center, continue on the Mossback
Ridge Trail, and conclude with the Greenfield Trail which will return to the visitor center. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded), are all highly recommended for this moderate-strenuous 5-mile hike.
Sunday, May 05, 2024 / 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
WILDFLOWER WALK
Lake Catherine State Park
1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs
Meeting Place: Slunger Creek Nature Trail
Admission: Free
Join Park Interpreter Carrie at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the wonderful wildflowers of the Ouachita Mountains. This stroll will take about 45 minutes and is about ¾-mile long. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
