Are you ready for the weekend?!?! We have cooler weather again this weekend (although there is a chance of rain). But, it should be a great weekend to get out there and explore some events in our beautiful state. Summer is the perfect time to get outside and make lasting memories with family and friends. As always, there are a LOT of great activities taking place throughout the Natural State.
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, July 26, 2024
FRIDAY, JULY 25 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Christmas in July Painting Party!
3820 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 1000, Conway, AR
We're in the mood for a Happy Holiday, so it's time for a little festive fun at Good Day! We’re throwing a Christmas in July themed painting party & you’re invited!
Like any good holiday bash we’ll have snacks (including Christmas cookies of course!), lots of presents (aka door prize giveaways), and you'll have access to all our Christmas themed designs to create the perfect holiday piece!
Like all of our Good Day theme parties, you can paint anything you wish from our 500+ pottery choices, minimum pottery purchase of $15 (per attendee) required.
Limited spaces will be available, get your tickets on our website now before they sell out!
Event by Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
FRIDAY, JULY 25 AT 6 PM
Argenta After Hours: Bachata Dancing
Argenta Library
Feel the rhythm and dance the night away with a guided bachata class
In this next installment of Argenta After Hours, you might recognize a familiar face. Mia Hernandez will be teaching a different type of dance. Learn basic Bachata steps, and enjoy dancing with a date, friends, or someone new. This program is great for beginners and dance-lovers alike.
Must be 21 or older to attend. Please bring your ID, so you can enjoy two free drink tokens.
Registration required.
Please contact Alex at alex.wish@lamanlibrary.org with any questions.
FRIDAY, JULY 25 AT 7:30 PM
Three Dog Night
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 15 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Wed, 13 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Wed, 13 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM
Official Platinum Presale : Wed, 13 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM
Official Platinum : Fri, 15 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM
Event by Robinson Center and Three Dog Night
FRIDAY, JULY 25 AT 6:30 AM - SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 8 PM
Christmas in July Shopping Extravaganza
9733 Market Street, Dover, AR
Christmas in July Shopping Extravaganza is a perfect time to start marking things off your Christmas List! Vendors will be set up inside out of the heat for your shopping pleasure!!! Come hang out, do some shopping, let the kids play in the bounce house and in the game room!!! A kids craft table will be set up and a Christmas themed buffet will be available!!! Live bands both Friday and Saturday night!!!/
Event by MAK Daddy's Old Town Meet n Eat
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 9 AM - SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 1 PM
Fill the Bus
Walmart
We will be collecting school supplies at Walmart stores in Fort Smith, Alma, Booneville, Greenwood, Ozark, Paris, Poteau, Sallisaw, and Van Buren. We are still in need of volunteers. You can register by following this link. https://www.unitedwayfortsmith.org/fill-the-bus.../
Event by United Way of Fort Smith
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 10 AM - SUNDAY, JULY 28 AT 4 PM
Downtown Summer Promenade Weekend!
900 Oak St, Conway, AR
Downtown Summer Promenade Weekend
Celebrate the Best of Downtown Conway!
Friday, July 26 - Sunday, July 28
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a brand-new Downtown Conway tradition! From Friday, July 26, to Sunday, July 28, our wonderful merchants are extending their hours and offering fantastic specials to showcase the best summer shopping experience.
Shopping Extravaganza
Explore over 30 Downtown shops and restaurants! Our merchants will roll out fabulous end-of-season merchandise and holiday items at unbeatable clearance prices. Take advantage of extended shopping hours until 7 PM Friday. Shop hours will very, check merchant Facebook page for hours.
Delicious Food & Drink Specials
Indulge in fantastic food and drink specials at our local restaurants, perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
Don't miss out on this exciting weekend of shopping, dining, and family fun in Downtown Conway. See you there!
#DowntownConway #SummerPromenade #ShopLocal #FamilyFun
Event by Conway Downtown Partnership
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 10:30 AM
Kids Clay Craft Event
17587 U. S. Hwy 71, Boles, AR
Come make something fun with air drying clay to take home and put on your shelf! All supplies included. Will be painting, so dress is craft clothes. $4 per child
Event by Sacred Pines
FRIDAY, JULY 26 FROM 11 AM - 3 PM
Whole Health Bash
Fayetteville Public Library
Join us and over 30 community organizations for a family friendly health event filled with fun, food, presentations, and giveaways! We can't wait to see you there!!
Event by Community Clinic, AR Summit Community Care and Region 1 Regional Prevention
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 12 PM
UFO Festival
1001 E B St—Next to Hughes Center, Russellville, AR
July 26, 2024 is the one year anniversary after former Air Force Intelligence Officer David Grusch testified to Congress that we have "non-human biologics" from an apparent UFO crash that has been kept secret from the public. We, of course, have no way of knowing if this is true or not, but what a great reason to have a festival! Everyone knows *someone* who's seen a UFO, so invite them out here to share their story! We'll have art classes and workshops all day, and we'll finish out with a Garden Art Sculpture Reveal after dark. Come celebrate the possibility of life in other galaxies with us!
Event by River Valley Arts Center
FRIDAY, JULY 26 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
Opening Reception | Art of Living Artists
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Join us for an exhibit of regional art!
Opening Reception | Art of Living Artists
Made possible by the Windgate Foundation
Friday, July 26, 5-7 pm
Drinks and Light Refreshments Provided
Free – Donations appreciated from nonmembers
This exhibition is sponsored by Mercy and Choctaw Casino & Resort – Pocola
RAM’s tremendous collection got a fresh boost in August 2021 when we received a 3-year grant from the Windgate Foundation for the acquisition of art of living artists. Founded in 1993, the Windgate Foundation’s purpose is to advance contemporary craft and strengthen visual arts education in the United States.
This exhibition highlights the acquisitions made with the Windgate Living Artists Grant. The artists included in the exhibition are artists of varied ages and backgrounds, and their works represent a wide range of topic and media.
This exhibition opening reception is held in conjunction with our 'Hearts Project: A COVID-19 Memorial' and 'Tammy Harrington: Quiet Moments' exhibition opening receptions.
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 5:30 PM - SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 3 PM
Desperate for Jesus Women’s Conference
Little Creek MBC
Little Creek Missionary Baptist Church invites You to join us for a FREE SIMULCAST EVENT. HOME: A Wise Woman Builds Her House based on Proverbs 14:1
We hope you are as excited as we are for this wonderful time of praise, worship & fellowship. LCMBC will be providing meals during this event.
The event begins on Friday, July 26 @ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 @ 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Meal times will be :
Friday 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Saturday 7:45 am to 8:30 am & 11:20 am to 1:00 pm
Please note our times may be subject to change.
We ask that you register or respond to the page if attending the event. Please RSVP as soon as you can!
More information coming soon. We hope to see you there!
Event by Debra Howard Nail, Brandi Talley and Little Creek Hens and Chicks
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 6 PM
Daughters of the King Bracelet Party
Bracelet making party at Home Church. $20 per person covers a bracelet that you make along with a surprise to take home. Share! Bring a friend!
Event by Home Church
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 6:30 PM - SUNDAY, JULY 28 AT 2 PM
In His Presence
Central Arkansas Worship Center
We are answering the CALL to move into the greater for the blue flame revival !!!
Make your plans to come and stack the anointing !
All hotels in Conway are 5 minutes from the hub !
Three days of joining forces for this tent of meeting with God !!!
Beyond honored to host the presence of God with these two revivalist and the hub
@Alex Parkinson Rowdy Vasquez
Event by Central Arkansas Worship Center
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 6:30 PM
Summer Splash
Cabot Aquatic Park
Join us for a fun-filled evening of splashing good times! Sign up here! https://thatchurchar.churchcenter.com/regi.../events/2283994
Event by That.Church Real Women
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 7 PM
Bloomburrow Prerelease!
923 Louisville St., Fort Smith, AR
$35 Entry, Prize support provided. July 26th at 7pm sharp!
Event by Sharp Gaming
FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 7 PM
Purple Rain (1984, R) 40th Anniversary
100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR
A victim of his own anger, the Kid (Prince) is a Minneapolis musician on the rise with his band, the Revolution, escaping a tumultuous home life through music. While trying to avoid making the same mistakes as his truculent father (Clarence Williams III), the Kid navigates the club scene and a rocky relationship with a captivating singer, Apollonia (Apollonia Kotero). But another musician, Morris (Morris Day), looks to steal the Kid's spotlight -- and his girl.
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, JULY 26 FROM 7 PM - 9 PM
Comedy: Steel Magnolias
115 W. Rush Ave., Harrison, AR
The Ozark Arts Council and The Theatre Co. of the Ozark Present: Steel Magnolias
Friday–Saturday, July 26-27, August 2-3, 7:00PM
Sunday, July 28, August 4, 2:00PM
Steel Magnolias will be performed Live at the Lyric (with 2 different casts!) July 26-27, 2024 at 7:00PM, August 2-3, 2024 at 7:00PM, Sunday July 28 at 2:00PM, and Sunday August 4 at 2:00PM. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors (55 and up) and students, and $8 for children (under 12), when purchased in advance; prices are $3 higher if purchased at the door.
The action is set in Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married) (Laken Rudelis & Jerry Carter), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy (Jane Harrison) dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser, ("I’m not crazy, I’ve just been in a bad mood for forty years") (Lisa Johnson & Toinette Madison); an eccentric millionaire, Miss Clairee (Kelly Goodwin & Ann Lemley), who has a raging sweet tooth; and the local social leader, M’Lynn (Julianna Hamblin & Lisa Bailey), whose daughter, Shelby (the prettiest girl in town) (Katie Davis & Ella Rush), is about to marry a “good ole boy.” Filled with hilarious repartee and not a few acerbic but humorously revealing verbal collisions, when the play moves towards tragedy, the ladies must rely on the underlying strength—and love—which give the play, and its characters, the special quality to make them truly touching, funny and marvelously amiable company in good times and bad.
Concerned with a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor, the play is alternately hilarious and touching—and, in the end, deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters.
July 26-28 is the Chinqapin Parish Cast:
Truvy - Jane Harrison; Annelle - Jerry Carter; M'Lynn - Lisa Bailey; Shelby - Ella Nelle; Ouiser - Lisa Johnson; Clairee - Ann Lemley
August 2-4 is the Natchitoches Cast:
Truvy - Jane Harrison; Annelle - Laken Rudelis; Shelby - Katie Davis; M'Lynn - Julianna Hamblin; Ousier - Toinette Madison; Clairee - Kelly Goodwin
“…suffused with humor and tinged with tragedy.” - New York Post
“Harling has given his women sharp, funny dialogue…The play builds to a conclusion that is deeply moving.” - New York Daily News
Steel Magnolias will be performed Live at the Lyric (with 2 different casts!) July 26-27, 2024 at 7:00PM, August 2-3, 2024 at 7:00PM, Sunday July 28 at 2:00PM, and Sunday August 4 at 2:00PM. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors (55 and up) and students, and $8 for children (under 12), when purchased in advance; prices are $3 higher if purchased at the door.
Event by Lyric Theater - Ozark Arts Council
Friday, July 26, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
BIRDS, FLOWERS, AND CANYON WALLS
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Mather Lodge Breezeway
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for a short hike to the Cedar Falls Overlook. We will be looking for summer wildflowers and birds along the way to the waterfall. Bring your binoculars if you have them, but we will have a few available for those without them.
Friday, July 26, 2024 / 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
BENEFITTING BUTTERFLIES
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg
Meeting Place: Overlook
Meet Park Interpreter Lauren to look for the many colorful butterflies that make Lake Fort Smith State Park their home and find out how you can help the butterflies in your area thrive.
Friday, July 26, 2024 / 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
MOUNTAIN SONGS
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Cameron Bluff Amphitheater
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter and enjoy one of the most beautiful views in Arkansas, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources of Magazine State Park. This program will relocate to the Lodge in the event of bad weather.
Friday, July 26, 2024 / 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
BE AN EXPLORER AT PETIT JEAN
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Exhibit Room
Admission: Free
The Arkansas State Park Explorer program is a great way to discover Arkansas State Parks! Meet Park Interpreter BT to get an in-depth look at earning a badge, a certificate that’s suitable-for-framing, and taking an explorer’s pledge. We will take a short hike outside, as well, to get your Petit Jean State Park adventure started on the right foot. This program is great for families and kids.
Saturday, July 27, 2024
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 7 AM
Little Rock Roadrunners Coffee Run
Leiva's Coffee
Join the Little Rock Roadrunners at Leiva's Coffee on Saturday, July 27th at 7am for our monthly coffee run!
**PLEASE NOTE THE NEW TIME of 7:00 AM due to the summer heat!**
If you would like to get in some extra miles a group will be starting at 6:30 AM before meeting up with the rest of the group at 7.
We will plan on doing the trail route. The trail route is a 5 mile loop that includes the William Kirsch Reserve within the Ranch North Woods. A little over a mile of this route is single track trail and ~3 miles is on grass/dirt. If you do not wish to run on trails, we have road routes of varying distances linked below.
Following your run or walk, stick around for some coffee, pastries and camaraderie. All are welcome! You do not have to be a club member to attend.
Trail Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3206707796684866292
Road Routes:
2 Mile Walk: https://strava.app.link/OUwDYQFQuJb
3.3 Miles: https://www.strava.com/routes/3064210128346360716
4.3 Miles: https://www.strava.com/routes/3064210505326705304
6 Miles: https://www.strava.com/routes/3064211365401251724
Event by Little Rock Roadrunners Club
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 7:30 AM
Fat Cow 5k at St. Joseph’s Farmstead
6800 Camp Robinson Rd, North Little Rock, AR
A view of cows munching on fresh field grass, happy-as-can-be-tail-wagging donkeys, a pack of wild farm goats jumping around, sheepishly cute sheep baa-ing as you pass by, bees buzzing (from a distance) & a horde of chickens and ducks chirping & quacking you on! Introducing... St. Joseph's first annual Fat Cow 5k! This 5k farm-raiser is being held on the farmstead trails that pass wild blackberry bushes, summer wildflowers in bloom, growing watermelon in our Hunger Relief garden, all the fresh fruit & vegetables growing on our land & in our community gardens. Did we mention all the farm animals as official race spectators in this fun run?!
The Course: The course will include both trail and road/pavement. The trails include soft grass, rocks and pine, and the crossing road will be manned for safety. Special thanks to Americorps NCCC & Central Arkansas Master Naturalists who helped to create these trails on the farmstead.
Parking: Parking is available on the West (second) Entrance at the front of the building on Camp Robinson Road. Follow the signs for parking and please arrive early to secure your spot!
The fun run will start promptly at 7:30am and a raffle will occur at 8:45am. Special wood engraved cow medals will be given out to all finishers. Stick around for goat yoga at 10am, & shop our farmstand market for all of Arkansas grown natural produce & artisan products! Don't forget to support our nonprofit by pre-ordering farm swag!
Farmraiser: This 5k is a farm-raiser and all merchandise will be for sale including post race beverages. Purchase a few extra raffle tickets to increase your odds at winning some farm swag! Thanks for supporting our local, independent nonprofit!
Enjoy the 'farm life, city living' with us on Saturday, July 27 in North Little Rock at St. Joseph's Farmstead!
Event by St. Joseph Center of Arkansas, St. Joseph Farm Stand and Alexandra Curatolo
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 8 AM - 12 PM
Downtown Conway Farmers & Crafts Market
718 Parkway Street, Conway, AR
Please be aware, the ONLY way to be accepted as a vendor for the Down Market is to go to our Market page and message US directly. We have noticed an extreme increase in scammers. Again, the ONLY way to be accepted into our market is to message US on our page directly. DO NOT EVER give anyone your information!
Come on over to the Downtown Conway Farmers & Crafts Market every Saturday through Oct 26th 8am-12pm! We have lots of vendors that are excited to offer you the very best at their tables for you to shop from. We have Farmers, Ranchers, Wood Workers, Bakers, Creators, Bee Keepers and so much more inbetween! Come on out and see what the Market has to offer for you this weekend.
Support Local, Shop Local, Eat Local.
See you on the lot!
718 Parkway, Conway AR - On the corner of Parkway & Main St
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 10 AM
Star Wars Day with the 501st Legion (Ages 18 & Under)
1427 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR
Come join us for a Star Wars-filled afternoon with members of The Diamond Garrison (AR's 501st Legion). You can catch them making crafts, playing games, or for photo ops!
We'll have snacks, games, crafts, and prizes.
Event by Garland County Library
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
Water Day at Mountain Home Berry Farm
693 County Road 57, Mountain Home, AR
Water day at Mountain Home Berry Farm
Saturday July 27th from 10:00 to 3:00
We will have 3 water slides, one with an attached bounce house from The Bounce Palace and the petting zoo with be set up with our famous miniature horses, goats, bunnies and more.
Admission is $7.00 per person for petting zoo and water slides; $3.00 per person for petting zoo only.
Food will be available for purchase.
Event by Mountain Home Berry Farm
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 10 AM
Summer Reading Challenge Wrap Up Party!
1800 Smithers Dr, Benton, AR,
It doesn't matter if you completed the Summer Reading Challenge, started it, or didn't even know about it- YOU ARE INVITED!
Let's end the summer with a morning full of fun activities for all ages. Stop by our Benton location to chat with local authors and see what new books they are working on, make friendship bracelets or keychains, listen to a delicious Smorey Storytime, get crafty with looms and yarn, or watch a great movie (HINT: two girls go to a Summer camp and find out they have some really freaky similarities. Turns out their parents may have a secret!)
Do one of the exciting events or do them all! Just come on out and have FUN!!!
Event by Saline County Library
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 10 AM - 12 PM
Summer Reading Finale—Pope County Library, Russellville
Pope County Library System
Don't miss our Summer Reading Program Finale, filled with fun for all ages! Turn in your Reading Log, enjoy a puppet show, take a Readers Soar Selfie, play some games, try your hand at our Genealogy Scavenger Hunt, and see who will go home with our special prizes! Let's celebrate our Reading Adventures at the Pope County Library in Russellville.
Event by Pope County Library, Russellville AR
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 10 AM - 1 PM
Dragonfly Paint Party
102 South Crestliner Street, Morrilton, AR
Text the girls and make plans for a guided dragonfly paint party at Point Remove on July 27th! Host and artist Kristen Duncan will take you step by step to create a beautiful summer masterpiece! A cake artist by profession now, Kristen grew up painting the days away with her grandmother. When her grandmother passed away, she put down the paint brushes to grieve and picked up a piping bag instead. Last fall, Kristen attended a paint party herself and it reignited her love for canvas painting. Now hosting her own paint parties, Kristen is ready to paint the town!
Cost is $35 per person to participate and all guests will receive their first Point Remove drink for $5, as well as a BOGO deal on pizza – buy a specialty pizza and get a 1-topping for $10!
For questions, please email Kristen at mycolorfulconnections@gmail.com.
Event by Point Remove Brewing Company and Colorful Connections
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 10 AM - 12 PM
The Jurassic Experience - REAL-LIFE VELOCIRAPTOR in Conway
Toad Suck Mini Golf-Conway
THE JURASSIC EXPERIENCE!! A REAL-LIFE VELOCIRAPTOR IN CONWAY!!
Featuring the JURASSIC EXPERIENCE An experience like non-other!!!! Interact with a velociraptor much like Blue from JURASSIC PARK!!
WE HAVE HAD AN OVERWHELMING RESPONSE TO THE EVENT. There is a limited number of children that can visit with the velociraptor therefore come EARLY to purchase tickets at the door!! TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 9:45-10:30. THERE IS A LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOTS SO FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.
TIMELINE DAY OF EVENT
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Mine for fossils & GEMSTONES
Dinosaur excavation Station
Jurassic Experience
Rock & Fossil Education Station
Meet the Toad Hunter and learn about dinosaurs, amphibians and reptiles and pet his PLUSH zoo of snakes, alligators, toads and lizards.
Super cool fun for kids of all ages and the young at heart. I mean who out grows ROCKS and DINOS. Parents experience the wonderment in your child's eyes. VISIT A REAL-LIFE DINOSAUR!!!!
Event by Toad Suck Mini Golf-Conway
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 10:30 AM - 9 PM
Hillbilly Hootenanny
Live music, car show, hillbilly contest, corn-hole and horseshoe contest, vendors, and lots of ole fashion fun.
Event by Hillbilly Slim's
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 11 AM - 2 PM
Christmas in July Macrame Workshop - Mini Hangers & Tapestry Ornaments
3820 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 1000, Conway, AR
Join us in the Good Day party room for our Christmas in July Macrame Workshop with Creative Cords Macrame!
Learn the basics of macrame and make your very own plant hanger! Amy Darragh of Creative Cords (@creativecordsmacrame) will lead this workshop. All materials will be provided, and no previous macrame experience is necessary. Participants will learn basic macrame knots that will enable them to make their own mini plant hanger & tapestry ornament.
The class length is 2-3 hours and is $45 - tickets include live instruction, take-home instruction sheet, all supplies to complete your plant hanger and a flower pot! We'll have snacks & a coffee/tea/hot cocoa set up for you to enjoy during class as well.
Tickets must be purchased in advance via our website.
Event by Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 11 AM - 5 PM
Cat Art Caturday!
Little Rock Lucky Day Animal Rescue
Attention cat lovers: Join us for Cat Art Caturday – a day filled with cat cuddles and cat art!
Little Rock artist Shelby Brewer of Whimsy and Wonder will be selling her hand-cut cat collage art, and a portion of each purchase will benefit Little Rock Lucky Day Animal Rescue. Come get your cat fix with the adoptable cats while shopping for one-of-a-kind art!
Event by Whimsy and Wonder, Little Rock Lucky Day Animal Rescue and Shelby D. Brewer
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
Downtown Summer Block Party
108 N Commerce Ave, Russellville, AR
Summer Block Party Alert!
Hey Russellville! Join us for the ultimate summer bash in downtown Russellville on June 27th from 12 to 4 p.m.! We have an amazing lineup of fun and festivities that you won't want to miss:
Games: Beat the heat with super fun water games for all ages! Water balloon toss, baggo, giant pong, and more.
Music: We're dancing in the street! Bring your dancing shoes and bust a move all day long.
Crafts: Join us for face painting, sunprints, chalk art, and more from downtown artists and businesses.
Food: Savor delicious eats from our downtown restaurants. From BBQ to rolled ice cream, we've got your cravings covered.
Dunk Tank: Take your shot at dunking some local celebrities and community leaders! Who's ready to make a splash?
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and bring the whole family for a day of summer fun in the heart of Russellville. Let’s make this a block party to remember
Event by Garden Sass, Beck’s Bridal Boutique and 3 others
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 1 PM - 3 PM
Weaving in the Ozarks Workshop
The Shiloh Museum and Ozark Folkways in Winslow are collaborating to present Weaving in the Ozarks at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, as part of the Shiloh Summer Series. This workshop will teach basic weaving concepts, vocabulary, and how to warp a frame loom. Participants will also explore the history of weaving in the Ozarks, showcased in Shiloh’s Tracing the Threads: Weaving in the Arkansas Ozarks exhibit. Admission is free but limited to 20 participants ages 8 and older.
To learn more and register, visit https://shilohmuseum.org/.../weaving-in-the-ozarks-workshop/
This Shiloh Summer Series event was made possible with support from the Schmieding Foundation.
Event by Shiloh Museum of Ozark History
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 8 PM
Music Downtown @ Sundown - Cosmic Cream
Depot Park, 320 West C St, Russellville, AR
Bring a blanket or a chair! Admission is free.
Event by Main Street Russellville
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 3 PM - 9 PM
Felt Onigiri Keychain Craft Day!
Create your own adorable felt onigiri keychain, perfect for adding a touch of kawaii to your bag or keys. Onigiri are traditional Japanese rice balls, often shaped into triangles or ovals and wrapped in seaweed. They're a beloved snack in Japan, and now you can make a cute felt version! Bring your friends and family, and let's get crafty together!
Event by Nana Korobi
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 3 PM
Delta Triennial Social Hour
501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR
From artists and collectors to designers and gallery owners, everyone is invited to connect and socialize at this event celebrating contemporary art made in the Delta region.
Come explore the Delta Triennial exhibition, enjoy drinks, and start conversations while supporting collaboration and networking in our Little Rock and Central Arkansas art communities.
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Jerry Philips (Marshalltown, Iowa, 1958 – ), …one thing leads to another, and the next thing you know…, 2023, graphite, acrylic medium, gouache, and carbon paper transfer on paper, 22 3/4 x 34 in., Courtesy of the artist and Good Weather.
Delta Triennial is presented by Anne and Merritt Dyke.
Additional support provided by Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP and the Andre Simon Memorial Trust Fund in memory of everyone who has died of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
SATURDAY, JULY 27 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
Van Glow Immersive Art Experience $39
1325 North Palak Drive,Fayetteville, AR
"A Night with Van Glow."
� Easel & Dreams:Embrace the essence of Van Gogh's artistry as we transform your canvas into a personal masterpiece reflecting your style and flair. Just as the master himself once said, "I dream my painting and I paint my dream."
� Sassy Stroke Sorcery: Our vivacious painting instructor, armed with sass and brush, will guide you through the alchemy of mixing paint and unleashing your inner artist. But beware, the true magic lies within you!
� Melodies of Starry Nights: Immerse yourself in a symphony of sounds as Van Gogh's journey unfolds through music that mirrors his vibrant brushstrokes. Feel the rhythm, absorb the aromas, and let the visuals transport you to a starry night of infinite possibilities.
� Immersive Vibes: This isn't just a paint-and-sip; it's a multisensory escapade. Dive into the immersive atmosphere with visuals that echo Van Gogh's brilliance, creating an ambiance that transcends the ordinary.
� Tickets:No need to be a brush-wielding virtuoso! Snag your ticket at and step into a world where your inner Van Glow takes center stage. Release your creativity, embrace the whimsy, and let the strokes of the night be your guide.
�� No Experience Needed – Just Your Willingness to Shine!
��Book your seat today and join us for an evening where every stroke is a step into the enchanting world of "Van Glow." Let the canvas be your playground, your dreams your palette, and the night your masterpiece!
ARRIVAL TIME: Please be on time! Please 10-15 minutes prior to the event time above.
GROUPS: Groups of any size will be seated together. You may have one person purchase all the tickets or have each guest purchase them individually. If you are buying tickets individually please ask all guests to type the hostname or a "group name" in the order that identifies your group.
PARKING: Free parking is available in Hilton Garden Inn Parking Lot
AGE LIMIT: Our events may contain adult-style entertainment, comedy, and unfiltered music. Teens ages 13+ may attend with an adult unless it is a private children’s party.
FOOD & DRINKS: The Hilton Garden Inns bar will be open for guests to purchase drinks and snacks.
PRODUCTION: Our events may contain higher than normal music volumes. In addition, our production equipment may contain flashing lights, fog, and other stage production equipment. If you are sensitive to strobes and prone to seizures, or other health conditions that may be triggered by the above, please call us prior to purchasing your tickets to see if this event is right for you.
GRATUITY: Our artists and DJ are at the core of what makes us unique. Each artist was carefully picked for his/her personality and unique set of skills. Gratuity/tips for the artists/assistants are not included but are greatly appreciated. Tip buckets are located throughout the venue as well as a Venmo @paintyourpower and Cash App $paintbadart.
CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY: We function similar to a concert venue and are not able to resell tickets last minute. Please read the cancellation policy thoroughly before purchasing your ticket(s).Cancellations forfeit their ticket(s) at their full value for all reservations (no exceptions). You may transfer your ticket to another guest if needed.
Thank you for choosing Paint Your Power. Get ready to have the best time EVER!
The Paint Your Power Experience
www.paintyorpowernwa.com
Phone: (479)321-4160
Event by Paint your Power
SATURDAY, JULY 27, FROM 6 PM - 11:55 PM
2024 C-H Junior Rodeo
Atkins Rodeo Arena
This will be a series of six rodeos. Age classes and events are listed on the flyer. Grand Entry will be at 6:00. Books will close for speed events at 5:30 the day of the rodeo. NEW: Contestants may participate in their age class OR they can choose to move up an age class for points. If they choose to move up for points they cannot participate in the younger age class for any events. They must designate their age class at the first rodeo and cannot change it once series has started. Contestants may participate in older age classes for day money only. Open class is open to all ages. Books will close for roping entries at the beginning of Goats.
Event by Kristi Rhinehart Harris and C-H Rodeo Company
SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 7 PM
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR
Tickets to see Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park on July 27, 2024, are on sale now at:
https://ozarkfolkcenter.ticketleap.com/marty-stuart/details
Event by Ozark Folk Center State Park, Marty Stuart and Mountain View Area Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, July 27, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
BIRDING 101
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
12820 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock
Meeting Place: Arboretum Trail
Admission: Free
Today is a great chance to get outside and explore. Join a park interpreter on the Arboretum Trail to learn the basics of birding. Discover the common species in the area as well as what you need to bird on your own. Please dress appropriately for the weather and feel free to bring binoculars or field guides if you have them.
Saturday, July 27, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
TANABATA
Plantation Agriculture Museum
4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott
Meeting Place: Museum
Tanabata is a Japanese summer star festival when people make wishes that they hope will come true. These festivals and traditions were important ways for forcibly-relocated Japanese Americans in Arkansas to remain connected to their heritage while confined to internment camps during World War II. Plantation Agriculture Museum is using the holiday as an opportunity to celebrate the last weekend of the temporary exhibit Muttsu no Kazoku: Six Families' Journey from Internment to Scott. Join museum staff to hear the story of Tanabata and decorate a paper fan (an essential for summer festivals in Japan as well as Arkansas!), followed by a guided tour of the temporary exhibit.
Throughout the day, anyone visiting the museum is invited to write a wish on a strip of paper called a tanzaku and hang it on the bamboo branches at the front of the museum, as we celebrate the summer and say goodbye to our spring exhibit.
Saturday, July 27, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
CHEROKEE GAMES
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Grassy area across from Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Have you ever wondered about the daily lives of the Cherokee who inhabited this area before removal, long before this area was a park? Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn some of the games they played to pass the time develop their hunting skills. All ages welcome!
Saturday, July 27, 2024 / 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
PETIT JEAN SOFTBALL
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton,
Meeting Place: CCC Ballfield
Admission: Free
Meet the park interpreters for a fun, family game of softball – Petit Jean style. We have some softball equipment, but if you have your own bring it out and join us.
Sunday, July 28, 2024
SUNDAY, JULY 28 AT 10 AM
Backpack Sunday
2200 S 13th St, Rogers, AR
If you are reading this, we want YOU to join us for Backpack Sunday!
We will be giving away FREE backpacks and school supplies to EVERY student in attendance in our 10am service. We will also be taking time to pray over all the children before they start the new school year! Every student present will receive a backpack tag that says their backpack was covered in prayer.
Must be present in service to receive the free backpack/supplies.
We hope to see you there!
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 11 AM - 7 PM
Wings on the River
Free Admission For The Public To Taste Some Of The Best Wings And Shop With Some Of The Best Vendors In The World For Vending Opportunities wingsontheriver@gmail.com or (501)298-9106
Event by Keith Tucker Jr.
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 12 PM - 8 PM
Black Apple’s 9th Annual Birthday Bash!
Black Apple Hard Cider
Join Black Apple for it's 4th Black Apple Birthday Bash on July 28th.
Black Apple is back for a forth year to take over the streets of Downtown Springdale for our 9th Birthday!
Start your day off “crawling” through Downtown Springdale with our Black Apple Day Passport.
Each location will have a little something fun for you in order to get a signature/stamp before going off to the next destination.
The first 50 to complete all the tasks, gets a limited Black Apple Bash commemorative shirt.
Participation is free, and quite frankly - the best thing you can do on a Sunday.
Schedule Of Events:
12pm - 5pm - Black Apple Birthday Crawl at Participating Downtown Springdale locations
Follow this page for where to pick up your passport.
BLACK APPLE BIRTHDAY BASH
5-8 PM at Black Apple
Live Music from 5-8PM
5PM - A Damn Rascal
6PM - 265 South
Birthday Treats
Black Apple Giveaways/Drawings
Specialty HIBISCUS Tap Takeover to be announced soon.
More Surprises!
Event by Black Apple Hard Cider, Black Apple Taproom and 2 others
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
Sunday Funday at the Vineyard with Grilled Sandwich Co. & Sarah Cecil’s Music
10 Rusty Tractor Ln, Little Rock, AR
Join us at Rusty Tractor Vineyards for Sunday Funday at the Vineyard with The Prickly Pickle Food Truck
-No cover charge!
-Family Friendly Event – Don’t forget the pups!
-Enjoy food from Grilled Sandwich Co.
-Enjoy tunes by Sarah Cecil's Music
-Open seating on our covered patio and indoor air-conditioned sunroom
-Grab some wine, beer, frozen drinks, or craft cocktails from the bar!
10 Rusty Tractor Lane Little Rock, AR 72210
501-916-2294 or info@rtvwine.com
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 12 PM - 2 PM
1st Annual Cookbook Exchange
3820 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 1000, Conway, AR
Do you have cookbooks you aren't using that are crowding your kitchen shelves? Come swap them out at Good Day Pottery's 1st Annual Cookbook Exchange!
Here’s how it works:
-Select 1-5 new or gently used cookbooks you want to swap
-Drop off your cookbooks & pick up your entry ticket at Good Day Pottery July 21st - July 27th during normal business hours
-Bring your entry ticket & join us in the Good Day party room on July 28th from noon until 2PM to swap!
-You can choose & take home as many books as you dropped off, any leftover books will be donated
-Bring a non-perishable food donation for the dry pantry at The Sharing Fridge for a chance at winning door prizes!
-Contact us with any questions!
Event by Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 1 PM - 5 PM
The Central Arkansas Princess Ball
501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR
Welcome to the Enchanted Princess Ball 2024
A Royal Invitation:
Step into a world where fairy tales come alive, and every attendee is royalty! Join us for an evening of enchantment, elegance, and unforgettable memories at the Princess Ball.
Special Offer:
Hurry, your throne awaits! The first 20 princesses to secure their tickets will be crowned with a sparkling tiara - a treasure to cherish forever.
Dress Code:
Bring your fairy-tale dreams to life! Don your prettiest dress and let your inner princess shine. Think tulle, silk, and a dash of magic!
What to Expect:
• A magical atmosphere filled with wonder and joy
• Light refreshments to delight your royal taste buds
• A day of dancing, laughter, and new friendships
Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly magical. Secure your ticket to the ball and let the fairy tale begin!
For tickets and more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-central-arkansas...
Event by Arteja Stamps
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 2 PM - 4 PM
Mountain Street Stage: The Roving Gambler Band
401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville, AR
Our 2024 Mountain Street Stage Summer Concert Series is coming to close. For our final show of the season, we welcome back The Roving Gambler Band. Straight from the Arkansas Ozark Hills, The Roving Gambler Band has been entertaining audiences for over 30 years by playing an energetic mix of traditional and progressive bluegrass. They believe that "[i]f we can make one person forget their troubles for five minutes - our show is a success.”
Learn more about this event at https://www.faylib.org/event/10881126!
Event by Fayetteville Public Library
SUNDAY, JULY 28 AT 2 PM
Fayetteville Public Library - July 28, 2024
401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville, AR
Fayetteville Public Library Summer Music Series - What an excellent place for a hot summer afternoon - Great Seating and Cool Air Conditioning.
Event by Roving Gambler Band
SUNDAY, JULY 28 FROM 2 PM - 5 PM
Paint Your Pet!
Memorialize your fur baby with us! Paint your pet is a one of a kind unique event, because each person paints their own special floof! Send us a photo of your pet in advance, and we'll do all the sketching for you! Reservations in advance are required, book your Sunday funday online at: http://www.paintingwithatwist.com/.../west.../event/3715729/
Event by Painting with a Twist
SUNDAY, JULY 28 AT 6 PM
OneKids Slip & Slide
Gatlin Park
Put it on your calendar . . . July 28th
This event is geared towards our families with kiddos but actually this is a church-wide event where we serve burgers and dogs and sit around in lawn chairs in the park and watch the fun. You can sow your youthful oats and give the slip-n-slide a try or simply be entertained. Either way, it is a load of fun.
You won't want to miss this!
Event by oneChurch
Sunday, July 28, 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, July 28, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
RABBITS IN THE SKY AND ON THE GROUND
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg
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.
Sunday, July 28, 2024 / 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
MOUNTAIN SONGS
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Cameron Bluff Amphitheater
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter and enjoy one of the most beautiful views in Arkansas, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources of Magazine State Park. This program will relocate to the Lodge in the event of bad weather.
Sunday, July 28, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
1882 WOOLLY CABIN TOUR
Woolly Hollow State Park
82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier
Meeting Place: Woolly Cabin
Join the park interpreter for a chance to see the interior of the 1882 Woolly Cabin. We will step back in time for an intimate view of the challenges and hardships faced by the Woolly Family. We will also explore the restoration processes that allow us to enjoy this historic resource today.
