Are you ready for the weekend? It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! And there is no shortage of events in the Natural State this weekend to enjoy with family and friends. Here are some of our favorites from parades, musical events, Christmas programs and photo ops with Santa… Saturday will be our nicest day with Sunday with a high of 65, with temperatures in the 50’s on Friday and Sunday. (Of course, that can always change!) 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, December 19, 2025
NOW THROUGH TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23 FROM 10 AM - 10 PM
12 Treats of Christmas
2375 Dave Ward Drive, Conway, AR
Treat yourself this holiday season! From Dec 12-23, enjoy our favorite treats with a Buy One, Get (a small) One Free offer! Follow us on social media to see which treats are BOGO each day. Happy Holidays, Arkansas!
Event by Andy's Frozen Custard
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 9 AM - 5 PM
A Pressed Ink Christmas Sweater Party
100 North Johnson Street, Clarksville
Did you know December 19th is National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day? It’s true — and we’re ready to celebrate in the merriest way!
Join us at Pressed Ink for a cozy, cheerful Christmas Open House full of festive fun:
Hot chocolate
Holiday treats
Special discounts, prizes & surprises
Browse our wide variety of personalized gifts and apparel — embroidery, etching, screen printing, engraving, and more. If you can dream it, we can make it one-of-a-kind.
And don’t forget… wear your Christmas sweater (ugly, cute, or somewhere in between!) to enjoy 10% OFF your purchase!
Come get festive with us on December 19th!
Event by Pressed Ink
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 4 PM - 9 PM
Christmas Market brought to you by Vendorfest
Sherwood Forest
The moment everyone’s been waiting for… it’s time for our Christmas Market!
Enjoy a magical night out — stroll through the Trail of Lights, then finish your evening by shopping local, finding unique gifts, and snapping free pictures with Santa!
It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season while supporting small businesses and making memories!
#ShopLocal #Vendorfest #ChristmasMarket #SupportSmallBusiness
Event by Vendorfest and Amber Potter
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 4 PM - 8 PM
Holiday Helper 2025
3001 E H Street, Russellville, AR
Holiday Helper 2025
The holidays should be a time of joy — not hunger. Through our Holiday Helper Program, River Valley Food 4 Kids provides nutritious meals for local children during the two weeks they’re out of school for winter break.
Each year, Holiday Helper provides more than 40,000 meals to children across the River Valley. Every child receives kid-friendly foods that are easy to prepare and full of holiday comfort. This program helps ensure that the same students who count on school meals during the year have access to food while classrooms are closed.
This massive effort is only possible through the generosity of our community. Volunteers, donors, and sponsors come together to make sure local kids can enjoy the holidays with full bellies and happy hearts.
You can help!
Donate: Every $25 helps provide two weeks of meals for a local child.
Volunteer: Join the festive fun. Help families shop for groceries, load their cars, keep inventory stocked, and keep the warehouse clutter-free!
Please spread the word: Share this event and help us reach families in need and neighbors who want to make a difference.
Because in the River Valley, we take care of our own — and every child deserves to feel the joy of the season.
#HolidayHelper #NoKidHungry #ArkansasRiverValley #CommunityStrong #RiverValleyFood4Kids
Event by River Valley Food 4 Kids
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
Kids Night Out Christmas P(art)y!
Historic Arkansas Museum “Nog Fest”
With Mojo Depot! Have some Egg Nog and Christmas rock n roll! Start to celebrate the Holidays with us!!
5:00pm Friday, December 12th
200 E Third St
Little Rock, AR 72201
Event by Tyndall Jackson and Rob Moore
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
Jingle & Jammies
2510 Prince St, Conway, AR
Jingle & Jammies at Chick-fil-A West Conway
Grab your coziest jammies and join us for a festive night of ornament painting, holiday cheer, and family fun!
5:00–7:00 PM
December 19
Chick-fil-A West Conway
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you—pajamas encouraged!
Event by Chick-fil-A West Conway
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 5:30 PM - 8 PM
Winter Fest at Arkansas Circus Arts
9320 White Oak Crossing, North Little Rock, AR
Free community event (mostly outdoors so dress warm!)
Friday, December 19th
5:30-8:00pm
Arkansas Circus Arts
Join the Arkansas Circus Arts community for a winter celebration featuring:
Free pictures with The Grinch!
a Fire & Flow jam outdoors
Elsa & Anna
S’mores, Cider & Hot chocolate
Fire pits outside
Free mini workshops - TBA
Performances by our Preprofessional youth and Elite 3 youth classes at 6:45pm
Tour our studio and learn about our classes for all ages
This is a 95% outdoor event! Plan to wear warm clothes and be outside. Seating will be available. Feel free to bring your own chair
Event by Arkansas Circus Arts
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Wilson Winter Wonderland Presented by Steel River Solar
Visit Wilson, AR
After America's Village Christmas Parade finishes, stop over at The Grange as the magic of Wilson continues with family fun for everyone!
Wilson Winter Wonderland is a magical holiday light extravaganza adorned with over 750,000 dazzling light combinations that paint the skies of Wilson with a mesmerizing array of colors!
This immersive spectacle is choreographed to a music playlist, featuring timeless holiday classics and the comforting voices of influential musicians from right here in Arkansas.
Witness eight larger-than-life trees, each handcrafted in the USA and adorned with lights, illuminating the sky in a symphony of colors. Be amazed by the grandeur of our hand forged in the USA, one of its kind, 65-foot-tall walk-through welcome tree, inviting everyone to enter a world of wonder and joy.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through our four different walking tunnels that were also made in the USA, stretching an impressive 200 feet throughout The Grange. These tunnels will lead you through immersive light displays, taking you on an adventure of light, sound, and magnificent color.
Feel the magic of winter come alive with six different snow machines, creating a gentle snowfall that will transport you to a true winter paradise.
Santa and Mrs. Claus come to town for even more fun this evening! Tonight, they will lead the countdown and the lighting of the show.
In the Grange, you can warm up with holiday cocktails, hot cocoa, homemade ice cream, desserts and great family meals. We have mulled wine and hot cider as well as retail items and get your picture as you tell Santa all that you wish for this Christmas!
See you in Wilson!
Event by Visit Wilson, AR
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
“A Christmas Carol” Walking Tour
Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs
Walk through scenes from Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” set throughout the historic Crescent Hotel. Watch as local artists play out key moments in Dickens’ beloved tale of redemption and Christmas magic. This event is family friendly, and an immersive and unique way to experience the essence of Christmas.
Tours at 6, 7 and 8pm.
Reserve tickets online at:
https://www.reserveeureka.com/.../crescentghostchristmasc...
Event by Eureka Springs Theatre Company
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 AT 6:30 PM
Holiday Toy Drive Show for Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Vino's Pizza-Pub-Brewery
Free admission with a toy donation!
Tempus Terra
Time Well Wasted
Proxy War
Mammoth Caravan
Coachlight
Doors 6:30pm, show 7:00pm
Join us for a jam packed multi-genre night of music for a good cause!
Event by Coachlight - Band, Tempus Terra and Mammoth Caravan
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 AT 6:30 PM
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings | Fort Smith
Tickets https://tinyurl.com/cndl-christmas-carols-on-st-4
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Fort Smith. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at United States Marshals Museum under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: United States Marshals Museum
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: This venue is ADA compliant
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
Tentative Program
• 12 Days of Christmas
• Angels from the Realms of Glory
• Angels We Have Heard On High
• Away in a Manger
• Carol of the Bells
• Deck the Halls
• Ding Dong! Merrily on High
• Do You Hear What I Hear
• God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
• Good King Wenceslas
• Greensleeves (What Child Is This)
• Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
• In the Bleak Mid-Winter
• Joy to the World
• O Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum)
• O Come All Ye Faithful
• O Holy Night
• Silent Night
• The First Noël
Performers
• String Quartet - Listeso - Fort Smith
Please share this event with your friends!
Event by Concert Vibes
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 7 PM - 11 PM
Friday Night Magic Christmas Finger Food Potluck and Card Exchange
23847 Hwy 64, Knoxville, AR
MTG COMMUNITY:
Mark your calendars for Friday December 19th!
Friday Night Magic is getting festive with a potluck party and a random-draw Magic card exchange! You do not have to participate in the tournament to take part in the card exchange and pot luck!
Bring a finger food to share and either a $8–$10 value single or buy a pack in-store to join the exchange.
Let’s close out the year with good food, good cards, and great people!
Sign up below to let everyone know what you’re bringing!!
https://www.signupgenius.com/.../9040E48A4AE23A0F94...
Event by Green Door Collectibles
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 7 PM - 9:30 PM
Larry B & Hazel (Duo) Show - Arkansas Brewing Company
We are back!! Make reservations or just walk right in and join us for a dancing good time!!!
Event by Larry B Shows
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 FROM 8 PM - 11 PM
JHB @ Pub on the Bricks - Downtown Rogers, Arkansas
A fun filled night of rock’n’blues with Jeff and the gang! Come hang out, shake your tail feathers, and boogie the night away!
The Jeff Horton Band was voted one of Arkansas Top Local Bands of 2024 by The Arkansas Times Magazine!
Event by The Jeff Horton Band and Pub on the Bricks Rogers
Friday, December 19, 2025 / 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Nature Photography on the Monument Trails
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR
Meeting Place: Fossil Flats Trailhead
Learn the basics of nature photography with a park interpreter as we wander along a section of the Outlaw Loop.
Friday, December 19, 2025 / 1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Diamond Mining 101
Crater of Diamonds State Park
209 State Park Road, Murfreesboro, AR
Meeting Place: upper level of Diamond Discovery Center
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
Friday, December 19, 2025 / 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Backyard Bird Cafe
Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road, Star City, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Bait Shop
Winter is a beautiful time of year at Cane Creek State Park, and part of that beauty comes from the multitude of birds that migrate here in the cooler months. The best way to see these fascinating little visitors is to give them some food! Join our park interpreter to make your very own backyard bird cafe snacks to take home. Make sure to wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little messy! Allergen warning: some bird feeders are made using peanut butter.
Friday, December 19, 2025 / 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Handmade Holidays: Traditional Christmas Ornaments
Queen Wilhelmina State Park
Hwy 88 West, Mena, AR
Meeting Place: Hearth Room
Discover holiday traditions of the past while creating simple, historically inspired ornaments. We’ll work with rustic materials and scents of the season to make decorations that are charming and will be cherished for years to come.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, December 20, 2025
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 7 AM - 1 PM
Rugged Faith ReCharge Hick - Hawksbill Crag
Hawksbill Crag, Whitaker Point Trail, Boxley Ar
Let’s finish 2025 with a hike to one of Arkansas’ most recognizable landmarks - Hawksbill Crag! A dramatic rock outcropping and sweeping valley views. It’s a must do hike. Easy 3 mile round trip trail. We will carpool from the Neighborhood Market on 3553 E. Robinson Ave in Springdale. Wheels up at 7:00AM. About a 75 minute drive to the Trailhead. Rugged Faith will provide snacks, water, and hot coffee … and…always a devotional.
Event by Jim Zalenski and Rugged Faith Ministries
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 8 AM - 11 AM
Annual Christmas Basket Distribution
Family nominations due by November 30th. Two nominations per Post Member.
Volunteers Needed to Put together and distribute meals in boxes.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 9 AM - 7 PM
Triple Crown Christmas Throwdown
Arkansas Tech - Tucker Coliseum
Triple Crown Christmas Throwdown – Key Information
1. Early Weigh-Ins
• $20 early weigh-in fee from 5:30–6:30 PM on Friday
• FREE early weigh-ins with proof of a Friday-night hotel stay
2. Hotel Information
• Special $99 rate at the Holiday Inn Express, 479-219-5152 mention the Triple Crown, located within eyesight of Tucker Coliseum
• Wrestlers staying at the hotel qualify for free early weigh-ins at this event and Youth STATE (a $40 value)
3. Friday Night Clinics (FREE)
• UALR Trojan-led wrestling clinic
• Girls-only clinic by Vivi Edwards
• Both run 6:30–8:00 PM and are free to all athletes
4. Floor Access & Athlete Area Management
We will be taking floor access very seriously this year to ensure safety and smooth tournament operations.
• Only individuals wearing a tournament-issued armband will be allowed on the floor
• On-site security will be present to assist with enforcement
• We highly recommend that each team/club select an area in the stands and set up camp there
Over the past several tournaments, kids hanging out on the competition floor when they are not wrestling has become a significant problem. To help keep the event organized and safe:
• Please keep athletes in the stands unless they are on deck or actively wrestling
• Security will be directed to move kids back to the stands if they are on the floor without a reason
5. Gear, Swag, and Tournament Merchandise
• We will have event gear, swag, giveaways, and raffles on Friday night and Saturday
• MatGear will be on-site with official Triple Crown Christmas Throwdown apparel
6. Home Mat Raffle
• We are raffling off a brand-new home wrestling mat
• Tickets will be sold through a digital raffle platform, and a QR code will be available at the tournament
7. Coaches’ Bands
To help control floor access and keep things running smoothly:
• Please email your list of coaches who plan on attending and being on the floor/mat to Ken Lederman, lederman.ken@gmail.com by 12:00 PM (noon) on Friday, December 19. Please put in the subject line your team/club name.
• When coaches arrive, they will report to the Coaches Table at the entrance, show their coach’s card, and will receive their band at that time
• Each team/club will be issued 1 coach’s band per every 5 entries
• Bands will be issued first come, first served for teams/clubs
• After a team/club has received its allotted number of bands, additional bands will be $20 (CASH ONLY) each
Event by Apache Wrestling Club
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 9 AM - 11 AM
Cinnamon Rolls with Santa
201 S Chestnut St, Morrilton, AR
Families, you’re invited to a Christmas celebration your kids will love!
Make plans to join us on Saturday, December 20, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. for “Cinnamon Rolls with Santa” — a festive morning designed especially for families and children in our community.
Step into a warm and joyful space where Christmas music fills the air, the smell of homemade cinnamon rolls greets you at the door, and smiles are waiting around every corner. This is the perfect opportunity to slow down, laugh together, and make memories that will last long after the holidays.
Throughout the morning, your family will have the chance to:
• Visit with Santa Claus — share Christmas wishes, big dreams, and holiday excitement
• Take a photo with Santa — capture a special moment to treasure
• Enjoy warm, homemade cinnamon rolls — a sweet treat for kids and adults alike
Whether you’re a family with little ones, grandparents bringing the grandkids, or neighbors looking for a joyful morning out, we would love to welcome you. This event is free, open to everyone, and filled with the spirit of Christmas.
Come as you are, bring your holiday cheer, and let’s celebrate this season of joy together!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 11 AM
Christmas Chaos - Special Story Time (Beebe, AR)
Little Habitat / Beebe, AR
Special Christmas Storytime in Beebe, AR!
Join us at Little Habitat on Friday, December 20th at 11:00 AM for a magical morning featuring a special read-aloud of Christmas Chaos by local author Tasia C. Taylor.
After the story, kids can enjoy a fun holiday activity, enter for giveaway prizes, and of course—stay and play!
Location: Little Habitat, Beebe, AR
Date & Time: December 20th, 11:00 AM
Book: Christmas Chaos
Extras: Fun activity + giveaway prizes
All kids welcome!
Come for the story, stay for the fun—and make lasting holiday memories with your family!
Event by Tasia Taylor
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 11 AM - 1 PM
Bridget Smith Book Signing
3053 East Main Street Suite C, Russellville, AR
Come meet the children's book author and have her sign your book. She will have her children books for purchase.
Event by Hometown Flair
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 1 PM
Family Field Trip - David
Family Field Trip in December! See graphic for details. Register on Trinity Church of Hot Springs app so we can get a headcount.
Event by Trinity Kids
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 2 PM - 4 PM
Painter’s Choice Paint Party! McMath Library (Little Rock, AR)
CALS McMath Library
Join us to paint a painting of your choice and at the McMath Library on Saturday, December 20! 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, food, and drinks on the night of the paint party! You must pre-pay before the event! SIGN UP FOR OUR 'EARLY BIRD SPECIAL' FOR $5 OFF! (EB122025) THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP IS ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7TH!)
Event by CreIZations Paint Parties
SATURDAY, DECEMBER20 FROM 3 PM - 5 PM
First Annual Cookie Contest!
109 E Parkway Dr, Russellville, AR
Show off your sweet skills + win big!
- $5 entry fee
- 12 cookies required for judging
- Drop-off window: 12/19 11 am - 12/20 2:45 pm
- Categories:
* Overall Favorite: $100 CASH
* Coolest Decoration: $40 gift card
* Most Unique: $20 gift card
* Fave Texture: $20 gift card
* Most Allergy-Friendly: $20 gift card
Rules: bars/brownies/macarons all count as cookies but cakes and cupcakes do not. No storebought, please!
Questions? Message here or email dreamiteashop@gmail.com / text 479.388.0889
Event by Dreami Tea
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 4 PM
Holiday Ornament Swap
108 N. Commerce Ave, Russellville, AR
You’re invited to our come-and-go Ornament Swap on Saturday, December 20 in our upstairs space at Garden Sass!
Here’s how it works:
Bring one wrapped ornament. Handmade, vintage, quirky, classic—your call.
Swap it for a surprise. You’ll leave with a wrapped ornament brought by another guest.
Come and go anytime from 4-6 p.m. Pop in when it fits your day—no formal program, just cheerful swapping and good vibes.
Why you’ll love it:
Instant gift-giving joy (and zero re-gifting guilt).
A fun reason to swing by the studio, say hi, and soak up all the sparkle.
Feel free to bring a friend. The more ornaments, the merrier!
Please RSVP here if you plan to come so we can make sure the snack situation is fully stocked.
Short on time? Grab an ornament from our downstairs gift shop before the party starts! We'll be open for last-minute shopping during the event too.
Can't wait to celebrate the season with you!
Event by Garden Sass
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 4 PM
Knobel Christmas Parade
Annual Knobel Christmas Parade and Chili Supper
Chili Supper Starts at 4pm in the Knobel Community Center. Cost= $ Donation to Knobel Volunteer Fire Dept.
Parade starts at 6pm. Everyone Welcome!! No Entry Fee!! Please Line up behind fire trucks on 3rd street!!
Event by Candace Archer
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 4 PM
Christmas PJ Party
210 W Main St Suite B, Lamar, AR
So many fun things planned
Sweet Generations, permanent jewelry, samples & more!
Wear your favorite Christmas Pjs and come hang out!
Event by The Boujee Barn
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Christmas Pictures in the Alley with Santa
The Alley
FINAL PICTURES IN THE ALLEY WITH SANTA THIS YEAR! Saturday, December 20th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Cost is ONLY $5 per pose and includes a high resolution digital image download. 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 #pictureswithsanta
Event by Kurt Jones Photography and The Alley
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Holiday Pizza & PJs Painting Party
3820 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 1000, Conway, AR
The holidays are here and it's time for another Good Day Pizza & Pajama Party! This event is a customer favorite & is always a sell out - and this time we're adding a holiday twist! If you're feeling festive but don't have Christmas party plans - come paint with us in your PJs!
Grab your comfiest, ugliest, most festive PJs, sweaters, and holiday party wear then join us in the party room! This painting party is from 6-9PM on Saturday, December 20th. Doors open at 5:45, don’t be late & miss any of the fun, food, or prizes!
Your $10 entry ticket covers a pizza dinner & fun prize giveaways. We'll have cookies & hot cocoa, painters 21+ are welcome to BYOB. You'll pick & pay for your pottery at the event from our hundreds of available options, minimum $15 pottery purchase required.
Advance purchase tickets are available on our website now! Missed events are refunded as studio credit. Tickets are non-refundable with less than 24 hours cancellation notice.
Event by Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 6 PM
Free Praise and Worship Center Drive-in Movie
Free Praise and Worship Carthage Arkansas
ALL ABOARD THE POLAR EXPRESS!
Free Praise & Worship Center is excited to host a magical Drive-In Movie Night, and YOU’RE invited!
Join us on December 20th at 6PM for a cozy Christmas movie experience under the stars as we watch The Polar Express together.
Free Praise & Worship Center Park
Carthage, AR 71725
Pastor: Bishop Jeffery Toney
FREE Hot Chocolate will be served!
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, or sit in your car, and enjoy some hot chilli (sold at concession)!
Perfect for families, friends, and anyone who loves a good Christmas tradition.
Let’s make memories, share laughs, and celebrate the joy of the holiday season together.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Event by Jaibreaun Chardae
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 AT 7 PM
Harmony Hollow Brentwood Bluegrass Show & Jam
Join us for a wonderful night of fun and music at the Brentwood Bluegrass Christmas Show on December 20th, 2025. Doors open at 6pm and music starts at 7pm. 16945 US- 71, Winslow, AR 72959
Event by Harmony Hollow Band
Saturday, December 20, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Merry Makers Craft Day
Plantation Agriculture Museum
4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR
Meeting Place: Museum
Enjoy making charming crafts with your family while sipping hot cocoa or wassail and nibbling on holiday treats. Create memories as well as keepsakes that you can carry with you when you leave. This year’s crafts will include a clothespin mule magnet or ornament, cotton burr poinsettias, rice-filled hand warmers, “tie-dye” handkerchiefs, and tree cookie coasters or magnets. This is a great chance for kids to make some holiday gifts for friends and families.
Saturday, December 20, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
“Hands-On” Candle Making Workshop
Historic Washington State Park
100 SW Morrison, 127 HWY 195 S, Washington, AR
Meeting Place: 1874 Courthouse Visitor Center
Join us at Historic Washington State Park’s Candle Shop and be part of a hands-on experience making candles and learning the history of candle making. Not only will you make your own creations, but you will take them home so everyone can enjoy the colors and fragrances of the candle that you create. The candle shop is one of the favorite tour sites within the park, for children and adults alike. Must be 12 years and older. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.
Saturday, December 20, 2025 / 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Critter Tree Suet Ornaments: Part 1
Queen Wilhelmina State Park
Hwy 88 West, Mena, AR
Meeting Place: Queen's Restaurant
With all the hustle & bustle around Christmas, we can’t forget about our feathered & furred friends. Meet in the Queen's Restaurant to make critter-friendly ornaments to hang on a tree outside.
Note: This craft uses peanut butter. Please notify the park interpreter if you have a peanut allergy so accomodations can be made.
Saturday, December 20, 2025 / 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
490 Toltec Mounds Road, Scott, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Walk into the past with us to discover what archeologists have uncovered about the people who lived here over 1,000 years ago. The story of the Plum Bayou people will be revealed, including why sunsets were so important to their culture. After we watch the sunset over Mound S, everyone is invited to the picnic area to warm up at a fire with hot cocoa, cider, s’mores. As we enjoy the fire, we'll hear some American Indian stories. Tour is dependent on weather conditions.
Adults: $5.00
Kids Ages 6-12: $4.00
Kids Under 6: Free
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, December 21, 2025
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 10:40 AM
Perry County Christmas 2025
207 4th Street, Perryville, AR
Perry County Christmas is a Christmas worship event that includes some of our favorite Christmas hymns along with a few future classics. This is a choir led service featuring drama presented by our children and students.
This is a family friendly worship event for people of all ages.
Make plans & invite others to join us on Sunday morning, December 21st for Perry County Christmas
Event by Perryville First Baptist Church
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 10:45 AM
Ugly Sweater & Hot Cocoa Station Service
800 16th St, Russellville, AR
Our Normal service time will be a fun one. Celebrate with an ugly sweater - you might win the prize for best ugly sweater. Enjoy hot cocoa from the Hot Cocoa Station. And come sing some Christmas tunes and hear a brief teaching about Christmas.
Event by Amazing Grace Fellowship
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 FROM 11 AM - 12:30 PM
K-Pop Sing Along Paint pARTy!
17821 Chenal Parkway Suite D-111, Little Rock, AR
Join us for an encore K-Pop sing along! Whether you want to belt your favorite tracks, channel your demon hunter with dramatic flair, or vibe with fellow fans, this event is all about fun, fandom, and feeling creative! Let's sing, slay, and sparkle!
Event by Painting with a Twist
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 FROM 11 AM - 3 PM
Emmanuel: God with us | Christmas Worship and Luncheon
1006 East Poplar Street, Clarksville, AR
You’re invited to celebrate Christmas with us at Christian Life Center on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Our Christmas Worship Service, Emmanuel: God With Us, begins at 11:00 AM, followed by a church family luncheon.
Make plans to join us as we come together in worship and celebrate the good news that God is with us.
Event by Christian Life Center - Clarksville
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 FROM 12 PM - 3 PM
Finders Keepers Cosplay Christmas Meetup
River Valley Arts Center
Hey everyone, is that time of year again and BRRRR it has gotten cold!
So come join FKC for some holiday fun and hot cocoa! We’ll be hosting a cosplay meet up in the very heart of Russellville! This will feature fun activities, sweet treats, and a cosplay contest. Take home customized stockings, ornaments, and bracelets! We can’t wait to see you there!
Where?
River Valley Arts Center 1001 East B Street, Russellville AR, 72801
When?
December 21st, 12PM-3PM
Event by Finders Keepers Cosplay and Baxter Miller
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 FROM 3 PM - 4:30 PM
Listen With Your Eyes Dance Troupe Christmas Special
Arkansas State Capitol
Celebrate the magic of the season with Listen With Your Eyes Dance Troupe at our FREE Christmas Special at the Arkansas State Capitol!
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon filled with:
Festive Holiday Dance Performances
A FREE Christmas Family Photo
Warm community holiday vibes
A joyful, inclusive space for all ages
Come enjoy the beauty of movement, connection, and celebration as we close out the year with joy.
Event by Listen With Your Eyes Dance Troupe, Carol Mason and Ambra Nellon
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 5 PM
Christmas with the Art Porter Singers
815 W 16th St, Little Rock, AR
Prepare your heart for the most magnificent sound of the season!
You are joyfully invited to share in the soaring spirit of the annual "Art Porter Singer's Messiah," a dazzling and deeply cherished Arkansas Christmas tradition. Come join the acclaimed Little Rock-based Art Porter Singers as they lift their voices in a powerful, community-oriented rendition of George Frideric Handel's magnificent oratorio.
This inspiring event is more than a performance; it is a vibrant celebration of legacy and spirit, honoring the vision of the late, great Arkansas educator and musician Art Porter Sr. It showcases a dynamic commitment to enriching our community through musical education and the enduring power of performance.
Event by Bethel A.M.E. Church Little Rock
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 6:30 PM
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings | Fort Smith
Tickets https://tinyurl.com/cndl-christmas-carols-on-st-4
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Fort Smith. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at United States Marshals Museum under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: United States Marshals Museum
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts.
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: This venue is ADA compliant
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
Tentative Program
• 12 Days of Christmas
• Angels from the Realms of Glory
• Angels We Have Heard On High
• Away in a Manger
• Carol of the Bells
• Deck the Halls
• Ding Dong! Merrily on High
• Do You Hear What I Hear
• God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
• Good King Wenceslas
• Greensleeves (What Child Is This)
• Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
• In the Bleak Mid-Winter
• Joy to the World
• O Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum)
• O Come All Ye Faithful
• O Holy Night
• Silent Night
• The First NoëlPerformers
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Event by Concert Vibes
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 7 PM
Carols by Candlelight - Candlelight Service at BF
2909 E 8th St, Danville, AR
Carols by Candlelight – A Christmas Worship Gathering
Join us on Saturday, December 21st at 7PM for a beautiful evening of worship, Scripture, and classic Christmas carols by candlelight at the BF Community Center.
This is one of the most meaningful nights of the season for our church family—a traditional festive space to remember the hope, peace, joy, and love that Christ brings. We’ll lift our voices together, reflect on the miracle of the Incarnation, and prepare our hearts for Christmas.
2909 AR-10, Danville, AR
Free and open to everyone. Families welcome.
Come slow down, settle in, and celebrate Jesus—the Light who shines in the darkness.
Event by Believers Fellowship
Sunday, December 21, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Finding Woody
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Amphitheater
Join a park interpreter to discover the many woodpeckers that make Petit Jean State Park their home. The program will include a short walk by Lake
Bailey for a chance to see a few. Bring binoculars if you have some. There will be a few available to loan on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Sunday, December 21, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Diamond Mining 101
Crater of Diamonds State Park
209 State Park Road, Murfreesboro, AR
Meeting Place: upper level of Diamond Discovery Center
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
Sunday, December 21, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Pine Needle Masterpieces
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Grassy Area across from the Visitor Center
The forests of Lake Dardanelle State Park are filled with many pine trees. These trees played an important role in the development of the state of Arkansas and also support wildlife. They can also be used to create your own artwork. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn to make a paintbrush from the needles and then create your own masterpiece.
Sunday, December 21, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Pinecones and Popcorn
Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road, Star City, AR
Meeting Place: Pavilion 2
Want to make some popcorn and pinecone garland while snacking on popcorn and hot chocolate? Or maybe try your hand at making a pinecone wreath for your door. Join us at pavilion 2 for some fun holiday crafts. Glitter is provided.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
