The weekend is on it’s way! There are lots of fun things going on in Arkansas over the next few days.
We’ve gathered up the details for a handful of them for you here, but be sure to check Facebook’s events section to see all your options!
just Click the red text to visit the Facebook page with information about each event.
However you spend your weekend,
We hope it’s a good 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 12th
FRIDAY, MAY 12 AT 8 AM – SATURDAY, MAY 13 AT 4 PM
Junk & Drive 65 at the Market
Clinton Farmer’s Market
2531 Hwy 65 South, Clinton
Supporting the Junk & Drive 65 at the CFM. Yard Sale and Market Vendors participating
Event by Clinton Farmer’s Market
FRIDAY, MAY 12 AT 8:30 AM – SUNDAY, MAY 14 AT 5:30 PM
Herbal Field Trip & Medicinal Plant Symposium
Ozark Folk Center State Park
1032 Park Ave, Mountain View
The Wild Herbal Field Trip & Medicinal Plant Symposium returns to the Ozark Folk Center this May!
This field trip and symposium is for students, practitioners and teachers of the herbal arts. Our experienced guest specialists know, conserve and use plants.
On Friday or Sunday, board the Ozark Folk Center Shuttle for a field trip into the wilds of Arkansas. On Saturday, herbalists will present lectures and demonstrations to build your knowledge of beneficial plants.
To learn more about guest speakers, herbal luncheons, event schedule, or to register for this event, visit:
http://ozarkfolkcenter.ticketleap.com/wild-herbal.../details
Event by Ozark Folk Center State Park, Mountain View Area Chamber of Commerce and 3 others
FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 AT 4 PM
Crazy Hat Day
CALS Children's Library and Learning Center
It's Crazy Hat Day and we're providing materials for you to create your own crazy hat. All ages can enjoy this craft!
Event by CALS Children's Library and Learning Center
FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 FROM 5 PM – 8 PM
2nd Friday Art Night: May 12th
Downtown Little Rock, Arkansas
Join us for some 2nd Friday fun!
May 12th
5-8 pm: 2FAN at all your favorite participating locations
Participating locations include:
- Historic Arkansas Museum https://www.facebook.com/historicarkansasmuseum
- Old State House Museum https://www.facebook.com/oldstatehousemuseum
- The Galleries and Bookstore at Library Square https://www.facebook.com/gallerylibrarysquare
- Bella Vita Jewelry https://www.facebook.com/bellavitajewelry
- Sergio Valdivia Art https://www.facebook.com/ser5678
-Hearne Fine Art: https://www.facebook.com/HearneFineArt
Check with each individual participating location to see what they are offering.
We hope to see you there!
Event by Historic Arkansas Museum, Old State House Museum and 2nd Friday Art Night
FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 FROM 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Silent Book Club
Dog Ear Books
110 N Commerce, Russellville
Silent Book Club, where you choose what you read! Bring a book you have been wanting to read and read for an hour. We can then discuss our books or you can keep reading!
Event by Dog Ear Books
FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 FROM 6 PM – 8 PM
Throw and Go Pottery Classes
Arts On Main
415 Main St, Van Buren
Excited to try your hand at pottery but not sure if you're going to be good at it? Our one-time pottery wheel session is perfect for beginners. Learn the basics of throwing your own ceramic pieces and take your creations home with you.
The class fee is $22 which covers instruction, clay, tools, glaze and firing. For ages 13 and up. Pre-registration require. The Pottery Studio is located around the back of Arts On Main with ample parking.
Register at www.artsonmainvb.com/ceramics-pottery
Event by Arts On Main
FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 AT 8 PM
Movies in the Pocket Park: Jurassic World Dominion
711 Main St, Little Rock
Join us for the first Movies in the (Pocket) Park on May 12th at 8pm following 2nd Friday Art Night! We're bringing back FREE outdoor showings, but in a more intimate setting.
We'll be showing Jurassic World Dominion, and Stone's Throw Brewing and TMW Kettlecorn will be on hand to keep the party going! Grab your family, some movie snacks, a picnic blanket and head over to the Main Street Pocket Park (711 Main St.)
Pro-Tip: Head downtown early for pre-movie activities with 2nd Friday Art Night locations!
Jurassic World Dominion
(2022) PG-13
Expert paleontologists Alan Grant and Ellie Sattler join Owen Grady and Claire Dearing to study the precarious balance of this new ecosystem. Together, they witness the ultimate battle between two apex predators fighting for survival. The third installment in the Jurassic World franchise centers on a new world shared by humans and dinosaurs.
Event by Stone's Throw Brewing, Downtown Little Rock Partnership and 2nd Friday Art Night
Saturday, May 13th
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 7 AM – 12 PM
Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market Main Season
Hot Springs Historic Downtown Farmers Market
121 Orange St, Hot Springs
The Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market Main Season kicks off May 6 through October 28!
Join us for fresh produce and one-of-a-kind handcrafted items. All goods are locally grown or handmade.
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 8 AM – 12 PM
Opening Day of 2023 Market
Downtown Conway Farmers' and Crafts Market
718 Parkway, Conway
Our Market is GROWING. We now have over 50 vendors!! Come join us for our opening day of the season AND a special Farmers' & Craft market focused on mom. Lots of specials, vegetable plants, flowers baskets, candles, house plants, strawberry baskets, fresh produce, honey, local meat producers, eggs, bread, leather makers, cookies, pies & sweet treats, food and more. We look forward to seeing everyone!
ATTN VENDORS - if you are interested in joining us, please message us:)
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 8 AM
Homesteader's Swap & Shop Event
302 AR-315, Knoxville
Event by Knoxville AR Outdoor Flea Market
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 8 AM – 11 AM
8th Annual Cruisin' the Creek Car Show
Oak Grove FWB Church
It's getting nicer outside and it's time to let those cars shine! We are excited to once again be hosting our annual car show as a youth fundraiser. If you have a vehicle to enter, or just want to come enjoy the show, please help support our youth!
The show will be 8:00am - 2:00pm in the church parking lot with full concessions available, as well as games and inflatables for the kiddos! We will also have door prizes! We hope to see you there!
Follow this link for a copy of the flyer or to pre-register!
https://oakgrovefwb.org/car-show-2023/
Event by Oak Grove FWB Church
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 8 AM – 1 PM
Atkins : 8th Annual Cruisin’ the Creek Car Show
Oak Grove Freewill Baptist
HOST : Oak Grove Free Will Baptist Church
Registration : $20 for first vehicle then $5 each
Event by EPIC Rides AR
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 8 AM – 1:30 PM
2023 Plant Sale by Faulkner County Master Gardeners
Conway Expo Center
2501 E Oak St, Conway
You don't want to miss the Faulkner County Master Gardener plant sale. Thousands of plants known to thrive in Central Arkansas will be available to purchase including annuals and perennials, native plants, pollinator plants, ferns, succulents, grasses, vines, ground covers, house plants, herbs, vegetables, shrubs, and trees. Master Gardeners will also be on hand to answer questions and offer advice. Fun learning activities for children and families. All proceeds support college scholarships and Faulkner County beautification and gardening education programs. Parking and admission is free.
Questions? Contact: Krista Quinn, klquinn@uada.edu, 501-329-8344
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact Krista Quinn as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.
Event by Faulkner County Master Gardeners, UADA Faulkner County Horticulture and Faulkner County - UADA
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 9 AM – 4 PM
pARTy in the Park 2023
River Valley Arts Center
1001 E B St (Next to Hughes Center) Russellville
This is an open to the public community art festival! There will be interactive activities for all ages, entertainment, vendors selling and promoting their artwork, and food vendors!
We are currently calling for vendors! Artist vendors are our main focus, as we want to support our local artist community. See our "forms" page on our website to find the rules for entering as a vendor as well as the application!
Feel free to message us here, or email rvartscenter@gmail.com, or call 479-968-2452 for any questions!
Event by River Valley Arts Center
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 9 AM
Street Smart Self Defense Class
Toe 2 Toe Martial Arts
807 Bill Dean Dr, Conway
Saturday, May 13th at 9 am we will be having a Street Smart Self Defense Class. This is not a “teach me how to punch or kick class”. In this class you will learn how to stun and run, escape and evade, and learn what you can do to survive. This class is good for mature teens and adults. To learn more about this class or to reserve your spot call/text (501)472-5027. Cost is $50/person
Event by Toe 2 Toe Martial Arts
MAY 13 AT 9 AM – MAY 14 AT 4 PM
Old Timers Day Steampunk Festival
Old Town Van Buren
Full steam ahead for the 45th Annual Old Timers Day Steampunk Festival Saturday and Sunday, May 13 & 14th! Located on six blocks of nationally recognized historic Main Street, Van Buren, Arkansas.
Steampunk Exhibitors
Vendors - Arts & Crafts, Unique Home Decor, Handmade Jewelry & More!
Live Music
Entertainment
Food Trucks
Costume Contest
Free Admission
Free concerts Friday & Saturday (5/12 & 5/13) at 7PM with the Main Street Entertainment District!
Saturday 9-5PM
Sunday 9-4PM
Vendor applications available now > https://www.oldtownvanburen.com/old-timers-day-festival
Event by Lolly & Co. Designs, Greater Goods Marketplace and 14 others
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 10 AM – 2 PM
Riggs-Hamilton Motorpool Car & Bike Show
215 N Denver Ave, Russellville
Car and bike show fundraiser. Trophies, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, gun raffle, t-shirts, and more. Proceeds go to Honor Guard for uniforms.
Car Classes Best In Show: Pre-1950, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, 00's, 10's, Ford, GM, and Mopar.
Bike Classes Best In Show: Cruiser, Sport, and Chopper.
Other Awards: Community Choice and Most Patriotic.
Participating Partners: Advanced Auto, BrainStorm Agency, Battle Cross Towing, Bumper to Bumper, Central Presbyterian Church, Jane's Blessings, Napa, Mullen Team Sports, Russellville Auto Repair, Veterans Upward Bound, VIP Awards.
In Lieu of Vendors, please visit our downtown business: B Street Bakery and Deli, Fat Daddy's BBQ, The Old Bank, and Pasta Grill.
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 10 AM – 2 PM
Opening Day Family Fun May 13, 2023
Old Jail Museum
307 Town Square, Greenwood
Free Family Fun!
10 AM Civil War Cannon Firing
12-2 Live Music
Antique Tractors
Blacksmith
Giant checkerboard games
Artisans, Vendors
Demonstrations
Tours of Vineyard Cabin, Redwine Pioneer School, Old Jail, Ole Barn
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 10 AM – 1 PM
Super Sammy's Lego Contest
Independence County Library
267 E Main, Batesville
Super Sammy Lego Contest
Saturday, May 13, 2023
Set up: Friday, 12pm – 5pm & Saturday, 10am – 1:00pm
Winners Announced at the Ice Cream Party: Saturday at 2pm
Offering the following prizes thanks to First Community Bank:
First Place: $50 cash prize
Second Place: $25 cash prize
First and Second Places will be awarded in the following five divisions:
Grades K-1
Grades 2-3
Grades 4-6
Teen/Adult
Team/Family
1. Each contestant will build their Lego creation at home and bring it to the library.
2. The contest divisions are as follows: Grades K-1, Grades 2-3, Grades 4-6, Teen/Adult, Team/Family.
3. Only one submission per person in this contest.
4. All entries for this contest must be in the designated area by 1:30 pm.
5. Entries must be your own creation, not a Lego designed kit, project found online, in magazine,
etc.
6. Your creation must consist of Lego building blocks ONLY. No Mega blocks, tinker toys, boxes,
paper, etc. No painting Lego bricks. You will be disqualified.
7. You must build something completely from scratch from your own imagination.
8. It must fit in a 24” x 24” area and can be no taller than 24”.
9. There is no limit to how many Lego building bricks you can use.
10. Include your name and a brief description of your design on a notecard for the judges. Explain your inspiration for your creation. Note cards will be provided for you in the designated space.
11. Judging will be done on the following: Originality/Creativity, Presentation/Aesthetics, Use of Color, Complexity, and adherence to Contest Rules
12. Winners will be announced at the Ice Cream Party at 2pm.
13. After announcement of winners, contestants are to take their creations and bring them back to
their cars and/or out of the pavilion where the contest will take place.
Any creations left in the building after 4:00 pm on the day of the
contest will become the property of the Independence County Library.
14. All judges’ decisions are final.
15. All photos taken at the competition will become property of the Independence County Library and may be used for advertising purposes.
Event by Independence County Library
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 10 AM – 2 PM
Greenbrier Garage Group Car Show
61 Garrett Rd, Greenbrier
HOST : Greenbrier Garage Group
Registration 8-10am
Pre-registration $20, Day of $25
Event by EPIC Rides AR
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
501 E 9th St, Little Rock
AMFA is bringing the magic of Eric Carle’s beloved children's books to life on stage in "The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show!" This production has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over five years with its faithful adaptations of Carle’s timeless classics.
Prepare to experience a menagerie of over 75 extraordinary puppets, including the show’s star The Very Hungry Caterpillar and characters from three other favorites:
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
10 Little Rubber Ducks
The Very Lonely Firefly
See the illustrations go from page to stage in this innovative puppetry production that's perfect for the whole family!
PRICE
$15 for Members / $20 for Non-Members
LOCATION
Performing Arts Theater
AGES
Pre-K to Third Grade
RUN TIME
45 Minutes
"The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show" is supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and Dr. Loren Bartole ‘Family Foot Care.'
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 11 AM – 5:30 PM
2023 Hog Roast BBQ Cook-Off
Building Bridges-Lonoke
518 NE Front St, Lonoke
Come join us at the Building Bridges Ranch for some amazing BBQ, music and fun! All proceeds benefit Building Bridges Developmental and Community Services, Inc.
Event by Building Bridges-Lonoke
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 12 PM
Water Park Opening
Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
1701 E Grand Ave, Hot Springs
Magic Spring Water Park opens Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Noon. Enjoy all the slides and pools all summer long! Follow this link for operating days and hours: https://www.magicsprings.com/calendar.php
Event by Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 1 PM
Rock Town Roller Derby May 13 Home Game + Mash-up Mayhem
Arkansas Skatium-Ice and Roller Skating
1311 S Bowman Rd, Little Rock
Join us for TWO GAMES back to back!
For our first game, we'll be welcoming our friends from Roughneck Roller Derby to our home rink at the Arkansas Skatium! For our second game, we're doing "Rock Town Roller Derby Mayhem Mash Up" so you can watch players from all around mash it up together.
1:00 DOORS OPEN
1:00-1:10 Home warm-up
1:10- 1:20 Away warm-up
1:20- 1:25 Captains' meeting
1:25 Intros
1:30 FIRST GAME begins
?? the game must go on!
3:30 SECOND GAME (mash-up) begins
*times are estimates and subject to minimal changes due to time outs etc.
See you there!
Wait, wait! Are you a roller derby player looking to join us in the mash-up? Excellent! This mash up is open to game-assessed skaters age 18+ who identify as woman, trans woman, intersex woman, and/or gender expansive.
Here's the sign-up sheet:
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSd3gL.../viewform
: Rue Dunn of @ruescornerbakery
Event by Rock Town Roller Derby
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 2 PM
Canning and Preserving Food Class
Bells Chapel Assembly of God
1380 Bells Chapel Rd W, Atkins
If you are interested in learning how to can and preserve food, then you want to be at this class. It is free to everyone, and open to all ages.
For more information, you can call or text 501-697-9949 or email lifeskills.bcaog@gmail.com.
There is a link to a Google sign in sheet in the description of this post.
Watch our page for more classes to come!
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdidoD.../viewform...
Event by Bells Chapel Assembly of God
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 3 PM
Picklefest Pageant 2023
Atkins High School
403 Ave 3 NW, Atkins
Picklefest Pageant
May 13, 2023
Atkins High School Auditorium
403 Ave 3 NW Atkins, AR
Check-In at 3:00pm - Pageant at 4:00pm
Age Groups: 0-Up for Boys (will be split according to number of entries)
0-11 months, 12-23 months, 2-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-16, and 17-20(single) years for Girls
MS. 21 and Up (Married, Divorced, Single)
MUST COMPETE AS AGE ON THE DAY OF THE PAGEANT
Entry Fee: $25.00 ~ Overall Supreme Winner (OPTIONAL): $10.00
Deadline is May 5, 2023
All entries must be postmarked by this date ***NO door entries will be accepted
Attire for the pageant is Casual Wear only for all age groups.
PayPal and CashApp are also accepted (Contact the director for information and instructions)
*Contestants are NOT considered registered until BOTH payment and entry form are received*
Contact: Amanda at 479-518-6110 Email: picklefestpageants@gmail.com
Sponsored by the People for a Better Atkins
Event by Picklefest Pageants
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 FROM 4 PM – 10 PM
Pokemon Trade Night!
Sharp Gaming
923 Louisville St, Fort Smith
Free entry! Bring your collections, bring your kids! We trade pokemon like the pros!
Event by Sharp Gaming
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 5 PM
Clarksville Spring Cruise Night
US-64, Clarksville
Spring Cruise will be dedicated to Kaleb McCarley. so make sure to come and Cruise in his memory. May 13th 2023 starting at 5pm
More info to come. Hoping to have some fun changes coming. So mark those calendars.
Event by Dustin Kraus, Dustin Mautofiedsociety Kenedy and Chelsea Kraus
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 5 PM
Spring Demolition Derby
Parsons Stadium
Springdale
Sam’s Furniture brings us a heated competition as drivers face off until the last car is standing! Join us for a fun family night where drivers will compete for cash prizes and bragging rights. Our rain date is 5/13. Gates will open at 5:00 PM. All seating is General Admission. Tickets will go on sale April 17.
https://springdalebenevolentfoundation.com/demolition-derby/
Event by Rodeo of the Ozarks
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023 AT 6 PM
Ashtyn Barbaree Concert
Ozark Folkways
22733 N Hwy 71, Winslow
Ashtyn Barbaree Concert
Saturday, May 13 @ 6pm
Ashtyn is an internationally touring young indie-americana singer/songwriter from Fayetteville. She has a smoky, yet silky voice often accompanied by a tenor 8-string ukulele.
$10 per person supports the musicians and the mission of Ozark Folkways. Purchase tickets online or when you arrive.
Support for Ozark Folkways is provided, in part, by the Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Event by Ozark Folkways
Sunday, May 14th
SUNDAY, MAY 14, 2023 FROM 9 AM – 4 PM
Mother's Day in the Garden
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Fayetteville
Join us for our Mother’s Day in the Garden event, where BGO members’ mothers & mother figures get in FREE!
Enjoy spring weather and look for new blooms around the Garden. Get a pick-me-up from the Trailside Coffee Co. truck. Pick out gifts for mom from local vendors, like jams & jellies from Parmelee Homestead Creations and artwork & stickers from Kandra Creates. Create your own gift at various craft stations, where guests can make “mini bouquets” and Mother’s Day cards. Join one of the Garden tours taking place all day, learn what plants draw in native butterflies at the Butterfly House, and so much more!
All moms will receive a free succulent grown in the BGO greenhouse while supplies last.
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks and CitiScapes Magazine
SUNDAY, MAY 14, 2023 AT 6 PM
Learn To Paint DND Minis!
Sharp Gaming
923 Louisville St, Fort Smith
Learn to Paint dnd minis at Sharp Gaming!! $30 Entry which includes the entire kit of 1 mini, paint brushes, and paint! Class starts at 6:00pm! Please arrive early for registration.
Do not miss out on the fun!
Event by Sharp Gaming
SUNDAY, MAY 14, 2023 FROM 12 PM – 2 PM
Girl's Day Out Paint Party! Mother's Day Special
392 East Sunbridge Drive,Fayetteville
Girl's Day Out Paint Party! Join us for a fun time of laughter, music, empowerment, and fun!
NO previous painting experience required. We provide all the art supplies. $35 for a blank canvas and $45 for a pre-sketched canvas of your choice when you arrive. Food and beverage is allowed in our studio space. Our art workshops are facilitated by trained art professionals that will guide you through this fun and therapeutic art experience. We hope to see you in the building!
To learn more about us visit www.mytbydesign.com
Event by Mytbydesign
SUNDAY, MAY 14, 2023 FROM 11 AM – 1:30 PM
MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH
Elks Lodge #380
132 Abbot Pl, Hot Springs
Elks will be preparing and serving a Brunch on Sunday, May 14, to honor all Mothers, 11:00am-1:30pm. All lodge members are encouraged to attend. Guests are very welcome!
Mothers eat free
$15 all other adults
$8 children age 3-12
Pay at the door
Event by Elks Lodge #380
