Are you ready for the weekend?!?! We took a look at the weather forecast, and it looks like we have a possibility of rain Friday afternoon, then get ready for temperatures to drop over the weekend; mid-40s Saturday and low-30s Sunday! But there are a lot of great indoor activities you can take advantage of throughout the Natural State! Just be sure to check the venue to make sure these events are still scheduled before you head out. If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, we’ve got your guide right here! Scroll through our hand-picked events and make your plans.
We've rounded up some of our favorites for you!
If you decide to join any of these events, be sure to mention that Live Love Arkansas sent you!
Simply click the red text to see more 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, January 17, 2025
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 10 AM - SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 4 PM
Stained Glass Heart Workshop with Suzette Clements
Arkansas Craft School
Don’t just give your Valentine a card, give them something special and handmade by you! At the end of the two days, you will take home a Valentine heart with a crystal in the center. No previous stained glass experience is required for this workshop. You will learn to prepare a pattern, cut glass and learn the techniques of copper foil assembly. You will also learn to solder, clean, polish and add embellishments on this stained glass piece. You will be able to choose your glass (not all hearts have to be red or pink) and your crystal to make this piece uniquely yours.
Event by Arkansas Craft School
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 10 AM
Robot Technology Class
4851 Northshore Ln, North Little Rock, AR
THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT!!
Click the signup genius link below to claim your tickets- this will likely fill up fast.
Parents, students, adults, babies, everyone MUST have tickets to attend because of parking/space issues.
You will park ON THE STREET (there's plenty of room) so that we do not obstruct parking to the other businesses in the area.
Meet Jonathan Barket, a Senior Software Developer with CTEH, a science based company. He designs software and manages both of the robotic "dogs" that go into potentially hazardous situations. Come learn all about the robotics department and all the cool things this company does!
Event by Homeschool REC
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FRP, 11 AM - 11 PM
Fresh Collab: Fox Trail Distillery x Rendezvous Junction - Public release Jan 17th!
2225 S Bellview Road Suite 101, Rogers, AR
New year, fresh collabs!
Made with the smooth and refined Boxley Vodka from our friend and neighbor Fox Trail Distillery, our house-made ginger beer brings a zesty kick of fresh ginger and a hint of spice, perfectly balanced with the crisp, refreshing tang of lime. This invigorating cocktail offers a clean, bright flavor that’s both timeless and uniquely ours. Garnished with lime and served in a steel mug for the ultimate experience. Releasing to the public Jan 17th!
Steel Horse: House-Made Ginger Beer
2.5% ABV 3 IBU
Bursting with the bold, invigorating flavor of real ginger, and naturally gluten free, our house-made ginger beer delivers the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. Crafted with care, it’s highly carbonated for a crisp, refreshing finish.
Steel Mule: House-Made Moscow Mule
TASTEBUDS: Get your exclusive first look Jan 16th at our first meetup of the year: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B7pKVqVRJ/
Event by Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
School Day Play at Urban Air Conway
215 Skyline Drive Suite 63, Conway, AR
School Day Play at Urban Air Conway: Elevate Your Weekday Adventure!
Attention families and homeschooling buddies! Urban Air Conway is thrilled to present "School Day Play," a special event that transforms ordinary weekdays into extraordinary adventures. Gather your family and homeschooling friends for an unforgettable experience filled with excitement, laughter, and unlimited fun!
Event Details:
- Every Friday during the school year
- Time: 12pm-4pm
Exclusive Pricing:
- Platinum Access for Children: $17.99 per child
- Ultimate Access for Children: $13.99 per child
What's in Store:
- Thrilling Adventures: Enjoy ultimate access to all our exhilarating attractions, including trampolines, climbing walls, obstacle courses, and more!
- Unlimited Fun: Let your kids explore and play to their hearts' content with our diverse range of activities designed for all ages.
- Socialize and Connect: Connect with other homeschooling families and create lasting memories together.
Who's Invited:
- Families: Gather your family for a day of shared excitement and bonding.
- Homeschooling Friends: Extend the invitation to your homeschooling friends and make it a group adventure!
Location:
Urban Air Conway
215 Skyline Drive Suite 63
Conway, Arkansas 72032
How to Participate:
- Simply show up and purchase your Platinum or Ultimate Access pass at the venue.
- No reservations required—just bring your enthusiasm for a day filled with fun!
Spread the Word:
Make this School Day Play a community event! Share the excitement on social media, invite your homeschooling friends, and let's create an extraordinary weekday together.
Event by Urban Air Adventure Park
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 3 PM - 7 PM
Grand Opening
309 East Race Avenue, Searcy, AR
Our Grand Opening is in 15 days!
Event by Holistic Health Collective
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 3 PM - 5 PM
New Museum Exhibit - SIGNS - Opening Reception
95 S Main St, Eureka Springs, AR
UPDATE - The SIGNS exhibit opening reception has been rescheduled for Friday, January 17th at 3pm, due to forecasted inclement weather.
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The Eureka Springs Historical Museum is excited to announce that we will be hosting an opening reception for our new special exhibit - SIGNS.
Included in this display will be a collection of historical signage and waymarkers from the museum archives, as well as some fascinating insights on the different approaches to commercial advertising that Eureka Springs has experienced over the years.
$5 admission includes self-guided tour. Free for museum members. Wine and light refreshments will be served.
See you then!
Event by Eureka Springs Historical Museum
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 5 PM - 6:30 PM
The Great Goddard Chili Cook-Off
1922 Dodson Ave, Fort Smith, AR
Join us for a fantastic selection of chili. Sample them all and choose your favorites! And choose some of your favorite baked goods to take home!
Event by Goddard United Methodist Church
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
Argenta Arts District 3rd Friday Artwalk & Gallery Open Reception at NLRPLS’s Innovation Hub NLR
204 E 4th Street, North Little Rock, AR
Join us and our friends in the Argenta Arts District for free, family-friendly activities, gallery visits, and one-on-one chats with featured artists. The Hub Gallery is featuring the art of Alan Yeargan, and you'll have the unique opportunity to speak with him in person during the 3rd Friday event!
Learn more at arhub.org/artwalk
204 E 4th St, North Little Rock, AR 72114.
Featured Artist Alan Yeargan
Free Activities Include:
Open Reception and Meet & Greet with Featured Artist
Shop from local artists and artisans selling their works in the area's largest indoor Maker Market inside the Hub.
Enter The Hub's raffle drawing each time you make a purchase with a different vendor!
Family-Friendly Coloring Activity featuring coloring pages created by Artist Alan Yeargan.
Artist to Artist Networking Session hosted by The Guild.
Grand Reveal of the Make It Cozy themed pieces - hand-made items created by local artists. Vote for your favorite!
Tour Arkansas's Largest (and first ever) Makerspace!
Step inside Rover, North Little Rock Public Library's mobile library, and select your next great read!
Event by Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 5:30 PM - 8 PM
Paint ‘N Sip | ‘San Giorgio Maggiore’ at Dusk by Claude Monet
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Paint 'N Sip | San Giorgio Maggiore at Dusk by Claude Monet
January 17, 5:30 – 8 pm
Register here> https://secure.qgiv.com/.../fortsmi.../event/paintnsipjan25/
Recreate works by the great masters in acrylics on canvas with RAM’s own Petra Radcliffe guiding the way, step-by-step. Beer and wine are welcome before/during the class. Come 15-20 minutes early to get settled in and enjoy the evening with other artists.
Ages 16+ to paint // 21+ to sip. All skill levels welcome.
$25 members // $35 nonmembers
All art supplies are provided
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 6 PM
Third Friday Art Walk Reception & Opening with Andy Huss
This exhibit is FREE to the public and will be on display during library hours Monday--Friday 9 am-6 pm, starting Friday, January, 17, 2025, through Friday, February 07, 2025.
Andy Huss' 3D
My sculptural practice is rooted in the exploration of shapes and their intrinsic qualities, drawing inspiration from mathematical equations as foundational elements. Embracing Allen Ginsberg's notion that "things are symbols of themselves," my work is grounded in pure mathematics. Mathematicians found the shapes, I flesh them out. My work focuses on the object itself, transcending specific symbolic meanings and the familiar to invite viewers to engage with pure form. I encourage viewers to join me in my aesthetic journey to appreciate the beauty and complexity inherent in the interplay of light, texture, and spatial relationships within the sculptures. I prefer the unfamiliar to the familiar, the avant-garde to the kitsch and a visceral response from the viewer rather than an intellectual interpretation. Ultimately I would like to create something that contributes to the overall body of human knowledge in a sculptural form.
Artist's Bio
I am a local sculptor and educator. After earning degrees in sculpture from Northern Michigan University and the University of Michigan, I studied sculpture with several of influential sculptors before relocated to Arkansas. I have taught at several central Arkansas Universities and am currently an Assistant Professor of Art at Hendrix College.
More of my work can be found at Boswell Mourot Fine Art in Little Rock, and at my
Instagram (@hussandy) and husssculpture.com
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 6 PM - 8 PM
Kids Night out - Snowman Clay Fun!
1401 S. Waldron Rd. Suite 101, Fort Smith, AR
Parents, need an evening off? We've got you covered! Drop the kids off at Harley's Pottery Painting Studio for a night of creativity, fun, and yummy treats!
Ages: 5-12 years
Cost: $29 per child
Here's what's included:
~Kids will create and paint their very own clay snowman face! We will glaze, fire it, and text you when it's ready to be picked up (about a week).
~Delicious cheese pizza (2 slices) and cookies for dinner (bring your own water bottle).
This is a drop-off event, so parents can enjoy a couple hours to themselves while we entertain the kids.
Spots are limited to 15 kids, so reserve your child's spot today! You can register online or call the studio at 479-222-3741.
Event by Harley's Pottery Painting Studio
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 6 PM
January Cookbook Club: Bookish Emporium of Arkansas
514 W Main Street, Heber Springs, AR
Love Food, Cookbooks and Gatherings? Introducing our cookbook club. We will meet the 2nd Friday of each month at the Reading Room inside Bookish Emporium of Arkansas.
For January, we would like for you to choose your favorite recipe from a book you already own. Please bring the book with you for "show and tell". Recipe can come from a literature book or a cookbook.
How it works:
This is a social group.
Once a book has been chosen, pick a recipe you would like to make. At the meeting, bring the recipe that you have made and share with the group. We will discuss how we like the recipes, ease of making and how well we like the recipe.
Event by Bookish Emporium of Arkansas
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 6 PM
Bingo Bash
1925 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR
Please join us for a night of Bingo. It is $5 for 2 cards or $20 for the VIP package. The VIP package includes a charcuterie plate and a drink. There will also be a raffle $1 per ticket or $5 for 6 tickets. All of the money collected will be donated to The Community Pocket Theatre. Please RSVP to reserve your spot (501)881-4951
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 6:30 PM
Women in Biz Carroll County Networking Meetup
150 Passion Play Rd, Eureka Springs, AR
Save the date! This is a gathering of women who own their own businesses or are in leadership in their companies. We will meet, get to know each other, network, talk a little about yearly goals, and build vision boards for 2025! Bring your laptop computer or magazines, pictures, and craft supplies! There will be a short training on using Canva for creating a vision board if you prefer the digital method.
Event by Basecamp Restaurant and Venue and Heather Carter
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 7 PM
Larry The Cable Guy
2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR
Oaklawn Hot Springs is proud to announce an evening with Git-R-Done funnyman LARRY THE CABLE GUY
Oaklawn Rewards presale starts Wednesday, August 28th at 10AM with code LTCG2025.
General ticket sales begin Friday, August 30th at 10AM
Event by Oaklawn Hot Springs and Larry The Cable Guy
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 FROM 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Patti Steel and Blood on the Mandolin Center Stage
63 1/2 Spring Street, Eureka Springs, AR
Experience an evening of funk and swing with the sweet melodies of Patti Steel and Blood on the Mandolin as they perform at the Quarter. Join us for an evening of friends, dancing starting at 8pm to 11pm. #OzMoMu2025
Cocktails, and mini bites available 5pm to Midnight.
Must be 21yrs or older to enter.
Event by The Quarter and Patti Steel
Friday, January 17, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
What Doesn't Belong?
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Shepard Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Theater
Plants and animals that live here in the park can be categorized into different groups. Join Park Interpreter Mystina to play a fun activity to see what belongs in certain groups and what doesn’t belong at all. We will also explore the word “invasive” and see which plants and animals don’t belong in Arkansas.
Friday, January 17, 2025 / 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Bear Cave Hike
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Bear Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
Friday, January 17, 2025 / 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Biomimicry
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Orientation Room
Admission: Free
Plants and animals have been adapting to their surroundings for ages. It seems only natural that people would look to nature for innovations to help us adapt and create. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room we will explore some of the innovations we use that were inspired by nature.
Friday, January 17, 2025 / 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
A River Valley Sunset
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: CCC Overlook
Meet Park Interpreter Jake on Red Bluff Drive to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic sites in the park. The rustic shelter at Red Bluff has stood as part of the park since the CCC built it in the 1930s. Many have come to watch the sunset from this spot, and you can join the tradition! The sun sets at approximately 5:25 p.m.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, January 18, 2025
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, FROM 9 AM - 3 PM
Wonders of Winter Wildlife Event
20201 East Hwy 12, Rogers, AR
Cure your cabin fever with this special event at the Hobbs Visitor Center celebrating winter wildlife! Everyone is welcome to partake in a hot beverage and make a s’more at the pavilion. Come and go as you please anytime during these hours and visit the tabletop booths and kid’s craft tables.
Check with us later for a list of all programs offered from 11:00 until 3:00 starting on the hour, including one on black bears in Arkansas by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
Event sponsors: Bluebird Shed, 3-D Pet Products, and Friends of Hobbs
Event by Friends of Hobbs State Park
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 9 AM - 10:35 AM
Birds & Breakfast
20201 East Hwy 12, Rogers, AR
See live songbirds captured in the park by ornithologists and then help them release the birds after learning more about them.
Breakfast snacks, juice, and coffee will be provided. Come and go as you please.
Event by Friends of Hobbs State Park
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 10 AM - 1 PM
Family Fest: Superhero Saturday
501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR
Blast off on opening weekend of An Unlikely Hero – a new play all about superheroes coming to the AMFA stage!
Explore family-friendly comics, enjoy art-making activities, and chat with superpowered guest authors and artists. Children aged 5 and up are invited to come dressed as their favorite superhero and join the fun!
For preschool-aged children, do not miss Art Start at 10:30 a.m. in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall where there will be a live reading of Juniper Jupiter: A Real-Life Superhero by Lizzy Stewart.
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 10 AM
Baby Ballet
4800 West 10th Street, Little Rock, AR
Ballet is a fun and engaging way to practice different types of movement and learn bodily awareness. In this child centered dance program, we will learn some basic ballet positions, fun stretches, and improv with scarves!
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 10 AM
Vases Clay Class
1105 Oak Street, Conway, AR
Come make your own custom unique vase at Glazin!
Event by Glazin Pottery Studio
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 10 AM — 4 PM
Living Craft Saturday: The Cold, Dark Days of Winter
200 E 3rd St, Little Rock, AR
Living Craft Saturday: The Cold, Dark Days of Winter
Saturday, January 18
10 am – 4 pm
Included with historic grounds admission; free for members
It’s the darkest part of winter and life in 19th century Arkansas has slowed down to a crawl. Spend a Saturday with us to learn how people in Little Rock brightened their days and passed their time around warm, cozy fires. Become part of the fun as you use your labor and resources to provide your family’s winter needs!
Event by Historic Arkansas Museum
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 10 AM
Sourdough Basics: January 18th Saturday
We will be learning about all things starter and how to make bread at home!
Event by Fork + Spoon
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 10 AM - 12 PM
Paint & Pastries
2803 Marion County
Come join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and delicious treats at The Valley Venue with our Host, Sandy Garrison with Sandy Garrison Art. Our event will feature a relaxing painting session where you can unleash your inner artist while enjoying some scrumptious pastries. Whether you are a seasoned painter or a beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a good time and paint away those winter blues. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to paint, eat and socialize with fellow art enthusiasts. We can’t wait to see you there!!
Event by The Valley Venue and Sandy Garrison Art
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 12 PM - 3 PM
The Market at Pettaway
Holiday Hangover and need to get out of the house? Come see us at Pettaway Square just after the New Year! Come favorite local Artists and ring in the New Year! We Cant wait to see you!
Event by The Market at Pettaway
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 12 PM - 3 PM
RAM Saturdays | January
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Create a different make-and-take art project each week!
RAM Saturdays | January
Saturdays, 12 pm – 3 pm
FREE - all supplies provided
All ages and skill levels are welcome. See the art lineup below.
Perfect for kids, families and adults alike! See the art line-up below!
JAN 18
BEAD SUNCATCHER
JAN 25
SNOWMAN CRAFT
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
SATURDAY, JANIUARY 18 AT 2 PM
Rackensack Folklore Society Concert
100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR
Make plans now to join us on January 18th for a special matinee concert with the Rackensack Folklore Society of Pulaski County and an appearance by the Arkansas Country Dance Society! It's a fun and informative experience for all ages with old time acoustic mountain and folk music, dancing, storytelling, and comedy!
The Rackensack Folklore Society, Pulaski County have met continuously in Little Rock since 1963, to preserve and perform the old-time music of the Ozarks. Lively dance tunes, upbeat ragtime and melodic waltzes are performed on traditional acoustic instruments. Their songs tell stories of the past, and their toe-tapping music will lift your spirits and take you back to an earlier time. They will be joined by dancers from the Arkansas Country Dance Society, a group of recreational dancers based in North Little Rock, who perform and teach traditional dance with roots in English and North American Culture.
Some of the instruments featured in the concert will be Banjo, Guitar, Mandolin, Harmonica, Fiddle, Mountain Dulcimer, Hammered Dulcimer, Bass Fiddle, Autoharp, and the Appalachian Dancing Doll. Additional instruments seen and heard at monthly Rackensack meetings include Native American Flute, Musical Saw, Ukelele, Bowed Psaltery, and more! *Please Note: children aged 12 and under get in FREE with accompanying adult.
Important Information:
Doors open at 1:00pm, and the concert will begin promptly at 2:00pm. As our events 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.
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater and Rackensack Folklore Society Pulaski County
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 6 PM
First Pitch Banquet
Arkansas Tech University Baseball Field
Join us for the First Pitch Banquet and help kick off the season with future hall of fame manager Terry Francona! Get your tickets now at atualumni.com/baseballbanquet ! General admission seating is assigned based on your purchase timeline—don’t wait!
Event by Jonathan Estes III and Arkansas Travel Baseball
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 7 PM - 2 AM
Dueling Pianos at The Piano Bar
230 W. Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR
Saturday nights are electric at The Piano Bar with our Dueling Piano Show!
Come experience the magic as our talented pianists take your song requests and turn the night into a unique, high-energy party! With every show shaped by *your* requests, you’re in for a fresh experience each time.
Indulge in our full food menu, sip on specialty cocktails, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the best live music venue in Northwest Arkansas – voted four years in a row! No cover for guests 21+, but be sure to make your reservation to lock in your spot.
*Note: Show times and details may vary on holidays.*
We’ll see you Saturday!
Event by The Piano Bar
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 7 PM - 9 PM
Improv Comedy Class!
208 West Main Street, Russellville, AR
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Have you ever watched "Who's Line is it Anyway" and thought to yourself "I could do that!"? Well, here is your chance! Our local improv troupe donates a couple hours a month to meet here and teach others about Improv! You don't have to come to participate, either! Watching in the audience is also a vital role! They need audience participation and it helps really give the vibe of what it's like performing!
Everyone is welcoming, and you won't be pressured to participate - just encouraged!
We invite you to come and meet us, see what we are about, and perhaps have a good time playing with us!
Event by The Hearth Creator’s Collective
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 8 PM - 11 PM
Kordsmeier Music @ VFW Russellville
VFW Roger's Rye Post 2283 Russellville, AR
Kordsmeier performed at Brookstock Gone Country last June and we're so excited to have them again at VFW! This is a fantastic country duo/band that can play anything you want to hear or dance to whether country, rock, or pop. You're gonna love them!
$10 cover charge at the door. Come on out and bring friends to support this amazing band and your local VFW!
Event by Brookstock Events, James Brooks and 2 others
Saturday, January 18, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
O.W.L.S. - Compass and GPS
Lake Dardanelle State Park
100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Lakeview Room of the Visitor Center
Registration: $30.00
Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for O.W.L.S. (Outdoor Women Learning Skills). This program series is designed to give ladies the opportunity to explore the available recreation at Lake Dardanelle and the surrounding areas, by learning skills and knowledge that they need to enjoy nature. This workshop will be from 9 -11a.m. Registration will be $30 per person, per class. We will learn to use a compass and GPS. To register, call the visitor center at 479-967-5516.
Saturday, January 18, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Eagle Awareness Weekend - Car Caravan to Holla Bend
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Historic Lobby of Mather Lodge
Admission: Free
Meet the park interpreters prior to our departure to Holla Bend, a national wildlife refuge located just west of
Petit Jean State Park (driving distance approximately 15 miles, driving time about 30 minutes). We will be looking for wintering eagles, as well as other raptors and waterfowl. The entrance fee to the refuge will be waived for
those in the caravan. We recommend that you bring warm clothing, binoculars, a camera, and to allow about two hours for this tour.
Saturday, January 18, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Eagle Awareness Month - Winter Birding on the Lake
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Shepard Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Marina Dock
Admission: $14.00
Lake Fort Smith State Park is a great habitat for wintering birds, especially bald eagles. Join Park Interpreter Mystina on a birding lake tour to look for our feathered friends spending the winter on the lake. If we are lucky, we may spot a bald eagle! Binoculars are provided. Please dress warmly. Temperatures on the lake can be very cold in the wintertime. Pre-registration and payment are required at the park visitor center. Space is limited. #EagleAwarenessMonth
Saturday, January 18, 2025 / 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Black Bears in Arkansas
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area
20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Black bears are perhaps one of the most charismatic yet intimidating species in Arkansas. By the early 1900s, the species was almost eliminated from the state; however, the population has successfully been restored thanks to efforts from the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission. In this program presented by Levi Horrell with AGFC, learn about black bear biology, the successful reintroduction, harvest information, and more. Prepare to learn about black bears in the Ozarks while they are enjoying their winter nap, perhaps closer than you might think.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, January 19, 2025
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 AT 9:30 AM
Decade Day Party
1431 S School Ave, Fayetteville, AR
Nomads is turning 10. Join us for the biggest days party in NWA January 19th 9am-5pm.
$1 Mimosa & Bloody Refills
$2 Screws
$8 Pitchers
beats with Dj Champagne Papi
Event by Nomads Southtown
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 AT 11 AM
Foraging Hike and Cooking Demo with Tim Hammer
Foraging Hike and Cooking Demo with Tim Hammer
Sunday, January 19 @ 11am
Tim Hammer will lead participants on Sunday foraging hikes and cooking workshops on the Ozark Folkways property. These zero-waste events will cover plant ID, Harvest and Reseeding, and Food Preparation.
Hikers will find themselves immersed in native roots, fruits, and nuts! These in-depth hikes will cover fewer plants than previous hikes, but participants will know the plants backward and forward.
As the seasons change so will the available plants and how they are prepared. Attendees will earn merits for every plant that will lead to a certificate displaying identification skill, harvest and reseeding talent, and prowess in the kitchen.
Each class will also feature the ability to buy native plants that are started from seed (or saved from construction) by Moonlit Heights Native Nursery. These plants are best adapted to local conditions and will be productive.
Planting instructions will be included.
Workshop fee is $30 each.
For more information, OzarkFolkways.org
Event by Ozark Folkways
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 FROM 11 AM - 9 PM
Happy Birthday Dolly
900 E 9th Street, Little Rock, AR
We’re going longer than 9 to 5!!!
We will be listening to Dolly’s favorites all day, kicking the day off with Dolly Brunch, we will have a few special guests and celebrate in style.
Costume contest, Doggy costume contests, and everything you can imagine to celebrate 78 years of music and movies.
Grab your diamond cowgirl boots, your blond wig, and pull up a bar stool.
Event by Southern Tail Brewing
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 FROM 12 PM - 3 PM
2025 - 7th Annual Wedding Fair
308 W Emma Ave,Springdale, AR
Join us for the 7th Annual Wedding Fair hosted by The Apollo on Emma
EARLY BIRD TICKETS AT DISCOUNTED RATE FROM JANUARY 3-10TH. GET THEM BEFORE THEY ARE SOLD OUT!
GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ON SALE THROUGH 1/18
KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE
Join us for the 7th Annual Wedding Fair hosted by The Apollo on Emma
This epic event hosted each year is a great way to meet some of NWA's Elite Wedding & Event Vendors as they showcase what they do best, and how they can make your Wedding a one-of-a-kind DREAM come true!
There will be SWAG bags for the first 50 people, that are engaged, that come through the doors. With lots of goodies from some of our top vendors.
Drawings and Give-A-Ways throughout the event.
Samples of cakes, caterers, libations and more!
Grab your wedding party and come see us! This event sells out each year, quickly, so reserve your tickets ASAP!!!!
Event by The Apollo on Emma
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 FROM 1 PM - 3 PM
“Do Beans Belong in Chili?” - Annual Chili Cook-Off
2225 S Bellview Road Suite 101, Rogers, AR
Do beans belong in chili? We realize that this is a pretty serious debate among some families and well we have the perfect event to decide this....
Join us as we celebrate our Annual Chili Cook off January 19th!
1 pm - Chili Cook Off begins
2:30 pm - Competition Judging Begins
Free to enter/enjoy for all. If entering the Chili Cook Off, email ken@rendezvousjunction.com for all official rules.
Event by Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 FROM 2 PM - 5 PM
Winter Chapel paint party 1.19.25
Join us on Sunday, th at 2-5 Jan 19th 2-5PM at the Alma Boys and Girls club for a fun afternoon painting a 12 x 16 stretched canvas" Price of $35 prepaid or$40 at the door, includes supplies and tax.
No food or drink will be available. You are welcome to bring your own drink in a mug with lid.
Please note that ticket sales are nonrefundable, if you can't attend you can receive a kit. **Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell or have a fever. Contact me at 479-719-0801 and we can work out a way for you to create your art once you’re feeling better**
Event by Creative Palette and Design
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 FROM 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Musical Theater Masterclass with Fergie Philippe
501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR
Learn from one of Broadway’s best and brightest in an inspiring, hands-on session designed for aspiring performers of all levels!
Join Broadway star and An Unlikely Hero director Fergie Philippe for this unforgettable musical theatre masterclass to gain insider techniques and polish your performance skills.
Students should bring sheet music for their song in the appropriate key
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 AT 4 PM
Primal Scream Session @HiddenAcresFarm
Hidden Acres Farm
Join us for an evening of love, support, emotional release and healing as we stand together and let our voices be heard.
18+ to attend.
Free Entry.
Bonfire & Primal Scream Session hosted by Rosemary Moon Collective in a dedicated safe-space, Hidden Acres Farm.
Bring a water bottle, you'll want to stay hydrated, & also a mat or chair to sit.
Event by Rosemary Moon Collective
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 AT 5 PM
Jazz Session “Eclectic Soul Band”
1304 s. Main st., Little Rock, AR
We are welcoming back the incredible Eclectic Soul Band back by popular demand! They’ll be bringing their signature blend of smooth, soulful jazz that’ll have you swaying to the rhythm all night long. Calling all jazz musicians! We’re opening the floor for you to come jam with us and add your unique sound to this epic session. Whether you play or just love good music, this is the place to be!
Event by GiGi’s Lounge
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 FROM 6 PM - 8:30 PM
Paint Party at Overtime Cabot
Join us for a Paint Party at Overtime Cabot on Sunday, January 19! Everything will include all supplies and step-by-step instructions. Beginners are welcome and all painters leave with a finished painting. There will also be door prizes on the night of the paint party! You must pre-pay before the event! SIGN UP FOR OUR 'EARLY BIRD SPECIAL' TWO WEEKS EARLY FOR $5 OFF! (EARLYBIRD119) THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP IS ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 4TH
Event by CreIZations Paint Parties
Sunday, January 19, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Birding 101: Beginners
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Seven Hollows Trailhead
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join Park Interpreter Emiley for an introduction to birding basics. We will walk a relatively easy 1/2-mile section of the Seven Hollows Trail, and you will learn to spot and identify birds using a few essential birding tools. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along water. Bring binoculars if you have them, or you can borrow a pair from us!
Sunday, January 19, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Disney Animals
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Theater Room
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, January 19, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Bird Beak Buffet
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd. Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Lakeview Room
Admission: Free
You can learn a lot about a bird by just looking at their beaks. Meet a park interpreter in the Lakeview Room of the visitor center to see the different ways birds use their beaks to eat.
Sunday, January 19, 2025 / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Equipped to Survive
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Meeting Place: Lodge
Admission: Free
Spending your entire life outdoors can be difficult. Join a park interpreter to discover some of the unique ways Mount Magazine State Park animals survive, and to test your own knowledge!
Events by Arkansas State Parks
