It’s the weekend, and there are a lot of great events waiting for you in the Natural State… Here is your guide to what’s happening this weekend in Arkansas!
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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, November 21, 2025
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FROM 6 AM - 6 PM
Fill the Food Bank!
3414 One Place, Jonesboro, AR
Mark your calendars — Fill the Food Bank is November 21st!
The holidays are right around the corner, and we need your help to make sure families in Northeast Arkansas have food on the table. Every pound donated and every penny given makes a real difference in the fight against hunger.
Right now, 1 in 3 children in Northeast Arkansas are at risk for hunger. No child should go to bed hungry — especially during the holidays.
You can help make the season brighter. Join us and Fill the Food Bank!
Click here to donate today: https://secure.givelively.org/.../food.../fill-the-food-bank
For the list of Satellite Sites or to sign up to volunteer, visit here: https://foodbankofnea.org/fill-food-bank
Event by Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 9 AM - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 5 PM
35th Annual Christmas Gala Arts & Crafts Show
We are looking forward to a fabulous craft show weekend! It’s a wonderful gathering of Arkansas artists & craftsmen selling all handmade products! A perfect time for finding new holiday decor and gifts!
Admission is FREE!
Note: all vendor spaces have been filled!
Event by The Hartzell Homestead
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FROM 10 AM - 7 PM
Pink Friday 2025!
1610 Aplin Ave, Perryville, AR
Pink Friday is a nationwide boutique movement, asking you to shop small on the Friday before Black Friday! Support your local communities, friends and businesses before shopping big box stores
We are excited this year to announce that Fog & Fern will also be joining us with men’s and kids options for you! We will have full stocking bars, BOGO deals, lots of new items and so much more!! Come join the fun we can’t wait to see you for our first annual holiday event.!!
Event by With Purpose Boutique
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 11 AM - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 7 PM
Christmas Gala & Craft Fair
Mark your calendars for the 35th Annual Christmas Gala and Craft Fair hosted by the Professional Artisans and Craftsmen of Arkansas (PACA)
I will have a booth set up with ornament collection stocked and ready to shop for the holidays! There will be a wide variety of other artisans and craftsmen- a fun and festive holiday event!
Event by The Life of Letters
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
The Art of Ava Thesis Show
1 E. Center St., Fayetteville Arkansas
To commemorate the end of my time at the University of Arkansas, I am throwing a thesis show at the student art gallery.
I will be showing pieces made throughout my four years as a painting student.
I hope you can come. It will be a beautiful time.
November 21st 6-8pm
There will be live music from 7:00 to 7:30pm
And snacks!
Event by The Art of Ava
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, FROM 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Arkansas Pastel Society 11th National Art Exhibition
Join us for the Opening Reception of this show. This exhibition showcases artwork from thirty-nine artists across thirteen states. The Award ceremony will be around 6:00pm.
The reception coincides with the 3rd Friday Argenta Art Walk featuring walkable galleries, restaurants, and shopping. Great time to kick off Holiday shopping.
The show will be in the gallery until December 12, 2025 during library hours.
Event by Caprise's Art Studio
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Pink Friday Girl’s Night Out
302 E Parkway Suite D, Russellville, AR
Come celebrate Pink Friday by shopping local! We will stay open late for a sip (on Skinny’s) and shop, make a list for Santa, pick up your Shop Hop card, listen to Christmas music, mingle and start checking off that Christmas list! So put it on your calendar and start inviting your friends!
Event by The Collective
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 6 PM
Oddity Framing
216 N Boston Pl, Russellville, AR
Join us Friday, November 21st at 6:00 pm.
For our Mixed Oddity Framing Workshop which takes place in our lush indoor garden showroom. You will create your own masterpiece to take home along with a uniquely fun memory to cherish. You may choose from a Butterfly, a Bird Eating Tarantula or a Blue Carpenter Bee.
We will demonstrate how to relax, spread and mount a specimen. You will be able to pick from a plethora of natural adornments like foliage, bones, and crystals to decorate your shadow box display.
https://theatomicsquid.com/.../butterfly-framing-workshop...
We look forward to seeing you!
**Limited Slots Available.
Event by The Atomic Squid
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FROM 6 PM - 7 PM
Christmas Pictures in the Alley
The Alley
CHRISTMAS PICTURES IN THE ALLEY on Friday night, November 21th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Cost is ONLY $5 per pose and includes a high resolution digital image download and print release. No appointments required, and pets are always welcome. The Alley is located at 310 West B Street in Historic Downtown Russellville. Please SHARE and INVITE your friends, and we look forward to seeing you in the Alley! #norulesinthealley #picturesinthealley #christmaspictures
Event by Kurt Jones Photography and The Alley
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FROM 7 PM - 9 PM
Ballet Arkansas’s “Magic of the Nutcracker”
Connect2Culture
A holiday reimagining that distills the beloved story into an intimate, atmospheric experience, perfect for families. Guided by Herr Drosselmeyer, Clara’s Christmas Eve transforms into a magical journey through swirling snowflakes and a glittering Kingdom of Sweets—told through unforgettable dancing, vivid storytelling, and the warmth of the season.
Ticket Prices: $50–$60
C2C Series: Cornell Series
Genre: Ballet • Holiday
Learn More: connect2culture.org/ballet-arkansas-nutcracker/
This project is generously funded by Mid-America Arts Alliance, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the state art agencies of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Event by Connect2Culture
Friday, November 21, 2025 / 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Boy Scout Trail Adventure
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants, and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring along water! This 1/4 mile hike will take about 30 minutes.
Friday, November 21, 2025 / 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Animals Found Underground
Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR
Meeting Place: Day Use Area
Explore burrowing animals! Learn why animals burrow underground and how it helps them to survive. Win a cool prize by playing a game matching animals to their burrows!
Friday, November 21, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Autumn Adventure Quest
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Breezeway of Mather Lodge
Drop by the breezeway at Mather Lodge and take on the Autumn Adventure Quest! Pick up a quest card and complete fun seasonal challenges—like spotting fall leaves, discovering wildlife clues, and solving park riddles. This come-and-go activity is perfect for families and adventurers of all ages. Once you’ve completed your quest, return to the table to celebrate your success with a small prize.
Friday, November 21, 2025 / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
What's Up? A Deeper Look At Mount Magazine's Dark Skies
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Mount Magazine State Park's very dark skies are quite an experience for both heart and mind. With the help of a park interpreter, take a deeper look into “the anatomy” of the vast space that is so captivating from the vantage point of Mount Magazine State Park. This program aims to explore your options of where to aim your telescope during the time of the month where Magazine's dark sky is at its darkest.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, November 22, 2025
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 8 AM - SATURDAY NOVEMBER 23 AT 6 PM
$2000 Added Arkansas Elite Racing Across the State Fundraiser for the 2026 Finals
1st of 3 Fundraising Races for the 2026 Elite Finals added and prize !
$1000 added Each day to the open
80% payback of the entry/100% added of the added
4D 1/2 second Split
Prizes given for the top Four D Winners of the Aversge (Saturday Riun plus Sunday Run Divided by 2) for same horse/Same Rider combo
Stalls & Hookups: $30
Saturday
Exhibitions: 8AM–11AM ($5)
Open Race: Noon ($50)
Sidepots (Jr/Sr): $25
Sunday
Exhibitions: 8AM–10AM ($5)
Church: 10:15AM
Open Race: 11AM ($50)
Sidepots (Jr/Sr): $25
Let’s kick off the road to the 2026 Elite Finals in style!
Share, Tag, and Invite your Barrel Racing family!
Event by Arkansas Elite Barrel Racing
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 FROM 9 AM - 5 PM
Northeast Arkansas Humane Society Holiday Pet Photos
Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex
The Northeast Arkansas Humane Society’s annual Holiday Pet Photos are scheduled for November 17, 18 and 22, at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex, 3702 Moore Road in Jonesboro with Joey Glaub as the photographer. All pets should be on leashes or in carriers.
Appointments can be made by calling or texting 870-897-5258 and scheduled from 3-7 p.m. Monday, November 17, and Tuesday, November 18, & from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 22. Please do not contact the NEAHS shelter or the Shooting Sports Complex.
Photographs will again be offered in digital format only. For $35 per pose, pet owners can choose one image from their online proofs and receive a copyright-released file emailed to them.
Don't have a pet? You can have human photos made during this event too!
All proceeds benefit the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society!
Event by Northeast Arkansas Humane Society
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 9 AM
Jingle Bell Run Northwest Arkansas
5K run/walk on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Lake Atalanta benefitting the Arthritis Foundation.
Event by Arthritis Foundation Arkansas
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 FROM 9 AM - 1 PM
Sidewalk Saturdays
3053 East Main Street Suite C, Russellville, AR
This will be a reoccurring thing so keep a look out on the dates!
Event by Hometown Flair
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 FROM 9 AM - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 3 PM
APP Second Amendment Show - Dardanelle, Arkansas
Dardanelle Community Center
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Dardanelle and Russellville areas, it is that time again! We are excited to be back in the Dardanelle Community Center for our upcoming Second Amendment Show.
Saturday, November 22nd - 9:00 AM thru 5:00 PM
Sunday, November 23rd - 9:00 AM thru 3:00 PM
Our AMAZING vendors and our staff all look forward to seeing each of you at the Dardanelle Community Center this weekend! We will have our normal hourly giveaways, our grand prize for one lucky winner, and a food truck you do not want to miss!
2011 State Highway 22
Dardanelle, AR 72834
Event by American Patriot Promotions
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 10 AM - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 AT 3 PM
Christmas Tree Decorating Contest
Montgomery County Courthouse (Arkansas)
Get ready to sprinkle some sparkle around the Square!
Join the Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce for our annual Christmas Tree Decorating Contest on the Courthouse Square! Whether you’re representing a business, family, or group of friends, this is your chance to show off your creativity and holiday spirit.
Here’s how it works:
Bring your own tree (4–6 feet tall).
Decorate by Friday, November 28.
Trees must be securely decorated (zip ties work great!) and removed by December 31.
Voting: $1 per vote — vote as many times as you like!
Participation is FREE and open to both businesses and individuals.
The winner takes home the Traveling Trophy and a year’s worth of bragging rights!
All proceeds support the MIACC Community Service Scholarship, awarded each spring to a local student.
Let’s make Mount Ida festive, fun, and a little bit magical this Christmas season!
For more information, contact Ann Horrisberger or Shona Stroud with the Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce.
ADMISSION
Free to enter a tree
$1 per vote (votes support the MIACC Community Service Scholarship)
REMINDER NOTES
Trees must be up and decorated by Friday, November 28.
Must be taken down by December 31.
Event by Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 10 AM
Community Service-Learning Fair
1200 President Clinton Ave, Little Rock, AR
The Clinton Presidential Center will host a Community Service-Learning Fair for Central Arkansas students.
In an effort to help students fulfill Arkansas’s 75-hour community service requirements for graduation, high school students and families are invited to meet with local organizations to explore the volunteer opportunities and internships they have to offer.
Register for this FREE event at the link. High school students from ALL Central Arkansas school districts are welcome to attend.
Details:
Saturday, November 22
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Clinton Presidential Center
Little Rock, AR
Event by Clinton Presidential Center
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 1 PM
Cookies with Santa Pete
Downtown Benton,Arkansas
Santa Pete is coming to town!
This SATURDAY, Nov 22nd!!! And he's ready to make some cookies with all the kiddos on the nice list 
ONE spot available!
This is going to be a fun & interactive Santa experience you don't want to miss
Event by SF Photography
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 FROM 1 PM - 4:30 PM
Christmas on the Farm
Celebrate the season with loved ones, share in holiday traditions, and enjoy the festive charm of our farm.
Bring a toy or donate $15 (cash only) for a picture with Mr. & Mrs. Claus in a carriage.
The carriage will be professionally decorated by Cathy Flowers in Russellville.
Our professional photographer is Lenee Smith Photography.
A toy donation includes an edited digital photo.
Bring a letter to Santa or fill out a letter while you’re here and mail it.
Enjoy a carriage ride with one of our teams around the farm for $5 a person per ride.
Meet the horses that live on the farm.
Grab a drink and snack from one of our vendors.
Shop our other vendors while the kiddos are filling out their Santa letters.
Candy Cane Craze will be a hunt for candy canes for kids. All kiddos will be winners, but bigger prizes will go to the most collected and one special candy cane will be in the mix. The hunts will begin at 2pm,3pm, and 4pm.
Event by River Valley Carriage Company
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 FROM 2 PM - 6 PM
Festival of Trees
2203 S Knoxville Ave, Russellville, AR
Kiwanis Festival of Trees 2025
Event by Russellville Kiwanis Club
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 7 PM
Typsy Gypsy - Live at The Old Bank
220 W Main St, Russellville, AR
Come tap your foot along with us to Typsy Gypsy's timeless set of everyone's favorite classic rock hits! Starting at 7PM upstairs!
Event by The Old Bank Sports Grill
Saturday, November 22, 2025 / 12 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
A Mountainous Event
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Layer upon layer, Mount Magazine State Park is stacked with special things that keep visitors coming back year after year! Enjoy a day full of enriching themed programs and self-guided activities that embrace this positive place! Check events tab or program sheets at the park for when and where these programs take place. Contact the park for more information.
Saturday, November 22, 2025 / 7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Early Morning Hike on the Kingfisher Trail
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR
Meeting Place: West Summit Area Playground
Join a park interpreter for an exclusive early morning guided hike along the Kingfisher Trail to look for a variety of critters that call Pinnacle Mountain State Park home. Please bring a flashlight and a sturdy pair of shoes.
Saturday, November 22, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Eagle Tour
Lake Dardanelle State Park
100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Weigh-in Pavilion
Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will be in the area for viewing, including American White Pelicans, numerous ducks, and Snow Geese. Please dress warmly as temperatures and winds are more severe on the lake. You must call the visitor center at (479) 967-5516 to reserve your seat. We will begin boarding 15 minutes before the tour, at the boat dock near the Tournament Weigh-In Facility.
Saturday, November 22, 2025 / 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Winter Workshop Series - Stargazing 101
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Petit Jean's Gravesite Overlook
Join a park interpreter for a special evening under the stars at Petit Jean State Park. November is one of the best months for stargazing, with crisp air and longer nights revealing some of the brightest constellations of the year. We’ll begin with a guided tour of the night sky—learning how to spot Orion the Hunter, Taurus the Bull, the Pleiades star cluster, and more. You’ll also hear the legends and stories behind these constellations and get tips on how to use a star chart to continue exploring on your own. If the night is clear, we may even catch a few meteors from the Leonids meteor shower!
Bring a blanket or lawn chair for comfortable viewing, and don’t forget warm layers for the chilly night air. This program will last about one and a half hours and take place at Stout’s Point, one of the park’s best overlooks for enjoying the night sky. This program is free, but sign up is required by the Wednesday before the event by calling the visitor center at (501) 727-5441 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, November 23, 2025
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 12 PM
Thanksgiving 2025
Family Thanksgiving.....Randy, Teresa, and Matthew coming in to do it up right. If you have questions ask Teresa, Randy or myself
Event by Melinda McDonald and Teresa Mcdonald
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 12 PM
Thanksgiving Dinner
1311 South Elm Street, Paris, AR
We would like to invite you to join us after services on November 23rd for food and fellowship.
Event by Southside Baptist Church Paris, AR
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 FROM 1 PM - 4 PM
Holiday Market!
Union Bank - River Valley Region
November 23, I will be set up at the Boys and girls club Holiday Market! This will be the PERFECT time to grab some gifts!
Where? Union Bank Community Center
When? November 23, 1-4pm!
I will have my full patch bar including:
Trucker hats
Beanies
Straw hats
Stockings
Slippers
Belt bags
Koozies
Dog bandanas
Bible covers
I will also have lots of Shirts, carpet fresheners, room sprays & more to shop!
Come by, support local vendors, & try some delicious chili during the cook off!
Please help share to get the word out!
Can’t wait to see everyone!
Event by Kaylee Whitson and Kaylees Creations
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 FROM 4 PM - 4:45 PM
Community Meal Drive-Thru | Grace Chapel UMC
1801 S Dixieland Rd, Rogers, AR
The Community Meal Drive-Thru at Grace Chapel is a no-questions-asked, free, hot, to-go meal provided for families and individuals to take home and eat. Drive-thru starts at 4p every Sunday!
These meals are prepared by a group of local churches and families, each of which serves one Sunday per month. The Community Meal is supported through a grant from the Methodist Foundation for Arkansas, and by the local churches.
Event by Grace Chapel UMC Rogers AR
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
Let’s Eat… Grant Funding Dinner
Join us for an informative and engaging evening at the "Let’s Eat… Grant Funding Dinner" on November 23rd from 5 PM to 7 PM. This workshop is designed for individuals and organizations interested in unlocking the potential of grant funding.
Throughout the evening, you'll gain essential skills in everything related to grants—from understanding different funding sources to writing effective proposals. Whether you’re a novice or looking to refine your approach, this dinner will equip you with the tools you need to succeed in securing grants.
ONLY $50 Per Person
Pay via:
Cash App $LatonyaChante
Venmo @Chante-Erby
Zelle (501) 504-3356
Includes Dinner and Workshop
Dinner Menu: Chante’s Famous Meatloaf, Sweet Potatoes, Greens, Brown Beans, and Bread
Event by LaTonya Chante Duncan
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 5 PM
Fourche Valley’s Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
13189 W Highway 28, Rover, AR
You are invited to the Annual Fourche Valley Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 23rd at 5 pm!
Hosted by Promise Land Family Center in Wing and brought to you by friends and family of Lighthouse Christian Center.
Dinner will be served at 5 pm with a traditional holiday meal of turkey and all the fixings!
There is no charge for the meal!
We welcome our community to join us for this annual event as we come together and give thanks.
Event by Promise Land Family Center
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 6 PM
Back to the Altar
Back to the Altar — One Night Healing & Deliverance Service!
It’s time to return to the altar for a night of power, breakthrough, and transformation!
Sunday, November 23rd at 6PM
GEMBC — “The Place of Help Church”
401 Lacey Street, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Special Guest: Pastor Cynthia Diggs
Hosts: Pastor William & Lady Amana Watkins
Come expecting healing, deliverance, and a fresh encounter with God! Don’t miss this one-night move of the Spirit!
#BackToTheAltar #HealingAndDeliverance #GEMBC #ThePlaceOfHelp #HotSpringsRevival #OneNightOnly
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
Cajun Boilers Nov. 23rd
This coming Sunday the 23rd come out to Cajun Boilers in Hot Springs from 5-8. Brian Mullen, Kimball Davis and myself will be playing some music. Come enjoy this great venue!
Event by Jeff Ivy Music
Sunday, November 23, 2025 / 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Morning Hike on the Coachwhip Trail
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR
Meeting Place: Coachwhip Trailhead, Middle Lot
Join us for an early morning hike on the Coachwhip Trail and see what we can discover while circumnavigating Middle Mountain at the heart of our park. This hike is 3-miles in length and lightly moderate in difficulty.
Sunday, November 23, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Rock House Cave Hike
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile long. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring along water.
Sunday, November 23, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
All about Turkey!
Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR
Meeting Place: Day Use Area
Learn all about the animal commonly associated with Thanksgiving: the turkey! Learn about this bird's habitat, diet, and behavior! Then, make a fun turkey-themed craft!
Sunday, November 23, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Highpoint Hike
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Meeting Place: Lodge Lobby
Reaching the highpoint provides more than just bragging rights- it provides a sense of home and habitat! Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest point in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded), are all highly recommended. We will meet at the lodge lobby for this moderately difficult hike up and down Signal Hill.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
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