As October comes to an end, the city is whipping up a proper spooky season send-off and readying to welcome a new month. Let’s get into it.
Thursday, Oct. 30
Tee Up Fore EMpact Tournament at Topgolf // The caddies can sit this one out. An afternoon of friendly competition awaits along with prizes, food and the chance to support The EMpact One Foundation’s athletic opportunities, educational resources and leadership development programs for kids. Tee off is at noon. Learn more here.
Big Boo!seum Bash in downtown Little Rock // This area-wide favorite is back with its full-on, family-friendly (and free!) fun. Pack up the kiddos, put on your costumes and check out nine of the city’s participating local museums and cultural attractions with games, activities and trick-or-treating. You have from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to get the goods. Learn more here.
“Violent Ends” at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts // As part of the Arkansas Cinema Society’s Sneak Series, attendees will be among the first to see this Southern gothic tale of loyalty and vengeance in the Ozarks that was shot in northwest Arkansas. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow the screening. Showtime is 6:30 p.m. Learn more here.
Friday, Oct. 31
Halloween in the Little Rock Metro // This spooky season has been a wild ride, and it’s not over yet. Kid-friendly frights, monstrously delicious menus, full-on “Time Warps” — here’s all the scary-good fun you can get into on All Hallows’ Eve (and even some that last all weekend long).
Fridays on the Lawn at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts // As if you needed another reason to visit AMFA, this Friday brings food, drinks, art and live music from the Big Dam Horns to the MacArthur Park grounds. Stop by 5-8 p.m. Learn more here.
Hudson Westbrook at First Security Amphitheater // Another weekend, another great concert on the riverbank. This time around, country music singer Hudson Westbrook is bringing his hits like “Take It Slow” and “Two Way Drive” to the stage. Showtime is 8 p.m. Learn more here.
Saturday, Nov. 1
Dia de los Muertos in the Little Rock Metro // If you’ve never been to a Day of the Dead celebration, it’s high time to change that. Join the festivities and day of remembrance with these local events:
Kickin’ It At Kanis Block Party at Kanis Park // After all the Halloween madness, it’s time to take things down a notch. This third annual event invites you to come hang at the park with food trucks, a three-on-three basketball tournament, vendors, live music, pickleball and activities for the kids. Check it out 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Learn more here.
Maumelle Food Truck Festival at Lake Willastein // Food truck season is still the best season, and this waterside park is serving it up right. Get your fill from more than 40 food trucks and vendors, plus a 5K/10K, bake-off, music and lots more. It runs from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Learn more here.
Keep moving: This weekend there’s also Project Zero’s Chasing Zero 5K and Just Communities of Arkansas’ Walk for Community, plus lots more fall runs to keep on your radar.
Cranksgiving throughout Little Rock // It’s a bike ride, a food drive and a scavenger hunt rolled into one. Riders of all ages will complete a list of tasks around town, all in the spirit of giving back, and all to provide groceries for neighbors in need. The final haul will go to The Van, and participants are encouraged to bring coats and blankets to donate, too. Go time is 11 a.m., and stick around for tacos and beer after the quest. Learn more here.
Pocket Park Pop-Up at the Main Street Pocket Park // Attention, shoppers. This popular outdoor market is back for its last meetup of the year with a full lineup of local vendors, artists, food trucks and vintage finds under $20. Come shop noon – 5 p.m. Learn more here.
Arkansas Whiskey Festival at Argenta Plaza // Well, isn’t this neat? Now in its fifth year, this fest offers tastes of all kinds of whiskey, bourbon, Scotch and other spirits, plus live entertainment. Gates open at 4 p.m. for general admission, 3 p.m. for VIPs. Learn more here.
“Hocus Pocus” at Rose Creek Park // This little park in the Capitol View neighborhood is taking advantage of the fall weather by taking visitors on a nostalgia-fueled movie adventure. BYO chairs and blankets, snag some popcorn and join the Sanderson sisters for some witchy mischief. It starts at 6 p.m. Learn more here.
Thursday – Saturday, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1
Classic Movies at Ron Robinson Theater // The popcorn is flowing once again at the CALS theater in the River Market. Up first is “Beetlejuice” on Thursday at 7 p.m. On Saturday is the next Exhibition on Screen installment “Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874” at 4 p.m., followed by a special 50th anniversary screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 7 p.m. Learn more here.
Sunday, Nov. 2
Lost & Found Market at 1319 Main St. // Let’s try this again, shall we? After getting rained out last weekend, this special spooky edition makes the move to SoMa with more than 60 vendors showcasing their art, vintage goods, food and much more. Come shop noon – 5 p.m. Learn more here.
Sip & Shop at Brave New Restaurant // For one afternoon, this Riverdale restaurant will play host to a lineup of local artists with works spanning pottery, jewelry, paintings and more. Pick out a new piece while enjoying a glass of wine or a bite from the Brave New bar. Shop from 1-5 p.m. Learn more here.
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Hillcrest Pumpkin Roll // Now that we’re officially in November, your jack-o’-lantern’s probably a little ripe. And since the best way to dispose of it is to chuck it down a steep slope, that’s exactly what’s going to happen on Sunday at Hill Road and Midland Street, just like it has for the past 20 years. There’s a small fee to launch your gourd, and proceeds benefit local hunger relief efforts. Plus, there are prizes for the “winners.” The pumpkins fly at 2 p.m. Learn more here.
Thursday – Sunday, Oct. 30 – Nov. 2
Fun Time Shows Carnival at The Outlets at Little Rock // We’re coming for you, funnel cakes. Thursday kicks off a week of fun at this traveling fair where you can expect all the hits like carnival games, rides and fried foods. And yes, you can get a wristband for unlimited rides. Learn more here.
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