If you know of any events we should add to this or future editions of “This Weekend in Arkansas”, let us know! In the meantime, we have selected a few of our favorite events for the weekend! But, keep in mind we are under a winter storm watch this weekend, so there is an above average chance some of these events will be canceled, so be sure to check with the venues before heading out. That being said, here is our guide to what’s happening this weekend in Arkansas!
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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 23, 2026
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 AT 1 PM - SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 AT 6 PM
Arkansas Big Buck Classic
2600 Howard Street, Little Rock, AR
An ARKANSAS TRADITION!
For hunters, families, kids and anyone who loves the outdoors!
Live animal shows, hands on activities, demonstrations, exhibits and vendors selling merch!
Event by Arkansas Big Buck Classic
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 AT 4 PM - SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 AT 4 PM
Snowy Arkansas Trails
35.6625, -93.88391
The first Saturday that snow hits, we are going to the Ozarks to run the trails and soak up the beauty of the frozen Ozarks. This will be a surprise event so stay tuned! The date will change once it snows. It could be this Saturday for all we know.
Event by Desert Sandworm
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 AT 6 PM
Sam Sparks - Live at The Old Bank
220 W Main St, Russellville, AR
Sam Sparks will be performing upstairs this Friday starting at 6PM! It will be an acoustic set you won't want to miss!
Event by The Old Bank Sports Grill
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 FROM 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Network Night @theHub
215 S Arkansas Ave , Russellville, AR
Postponed DUE to Weather!! We will reschedule for Feb and let you know ASAP!!! Thanks and stay warm!!!
Free event at Co Create Innovation Hub! We're hosting our 2026 kickoff night called 'Network Night @theHub — a night designed around connection, collaboration, and creating real relationships right here downtown. You'll hear briefly from local founders and successful entrepreneurs to our Mayor, UACCM and their new workforce site as well as ATU and the partnership here @the Hub!
Event by Co-Create Innovation Hub
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 AT 6:30 PM
Trial By Jury Theatre
123 E Broadway St, North Little Rock, AR
Be the jury in an actual historic Arkansas trial. Dinner will be pasta bar, salad, dessert $20.00. Dinner at 6:30PM, show at 7PM.
Event by BPOE # 1004
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
Shaw Revolver live at Arkansas Brewing Company
Arkansas Brewing Company
Shaw Revolver is a high-energy family act delivering powerhouse vocals, tight harmonies, and dynamic multi-instrument talent
Event by Shaw Revolver
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 AT 8 PM
Nashville Sound in Downtown Bentonville with Kaylyn Sahs
113 W. Central Avenue, Suite 103, Bentonville, AR
Meet Kaylyn Sahs, your new favorite Nashville Musician, here in Northwest Arkansas to sing for the Hogs and jam out in Downtown Bentonville!
Event by Barley & Vine
Friday, January 23, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Bird of Bear Creek Lake
Mississippi River State Park
2955 Hwy. 44, Marianna, AR
Meeting Place: Bear Creek Lake Swim Beach
Free
Join a park interpreter to learn more about these fascinating animals. You’ll even have a chance to use the park’s spotting scope to see the birds up close!
Friday, January 23, 2026 / 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Painting the Moment
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR
Meeting Place: Cafe Pavilion
Free
Take a moment to enjoy and capture the scenery through watercolor painting and discover how art has always been connected to Devil’s Den State Park.
Friday, January 23, 2026 / 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Live Falconry Hunt
DeGray Lake Resort State Park
2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismark, AR
Meeting Place: Marina
$20
Join master falconer Rusty Scarborough on an actual hunt using live hawks. We’ll take a short boat ride to a nearby island where Rusty will turn loose his trained hawk in search of prey. Participants must be in good physical condition, capable of walking through brush and over uneven terrain as they participate in the action (following/flushing game). Be prepared for the possibility of a successful hunt where prey is captured and consumed by the hawk. Participants are asked not to wear any clothing with fur or loose articles that could possibly resemble a small mammal. Space is limited; reservations can be made at the lodge front desk, (501) 865-5851 beginning Monday, January 19th. Please note that there are no restrooms available at the marina.
Friday, January 23, 2026 / 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Nature Journals
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center (Audio-Visual Room)
Admission: $0.00
Join a park interpreter to make your very own nature journal. Take this keepsake with you and use it to record your future experiences in nature! All materials provided. Appropriate for all ages.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, January 24, 2026
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 8 AM - 12 PM
BT: Arkansas Nuclear One MBU
Arkansas Nuclear One Merit Badge University
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2025
Location: Reeves E. Ritchie Training Center
Hosted by: Scout Troop 210, North American Young Generation in Nuclear (NAYGN), and Women in Nuclear (WIN)
Join Scouts from across the region for a one-of-a-kind Merit Badge University at Arkansas Nuclear One! Held at the Reeves E. Ritchie Training Center, this event provides an exciting opportunity for Scouts to dive into STEM-based and career-focused merit badges—some taught by industry professionals.
https://www.naturalstatecouncil.org/.../BT--Arkansas...
Event by Butterfield Trail District, Natural State Council, Scouting America
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 9 AM - 3 PM
Winter Weather Hike
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Rd, Morrilton, AR
Day hike at one of Arkansas' best State Parks!
9am - 3pm
Difficulty rating - Easy
Register here:
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc5B49E8.../viewform...
Event by UCA Campus Recreation & Wellness
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 10 AM - 11 AM
Join a Free Trial Class!
Looking for a fun activity for you and your baby or preschooler? Come join in on the musical fun at The Music Class of River Valley! We offer classes to children ages 0-4 and their caregivers! Join your child in learning the fundamentals of music, setting them up with a solid foundation to continue their musical journey and beyond. An understanding of music is helpful for not only instruments or choir, but reading, science and mathematics, collaboration, imagination, and more!
Our winter session is happening now and we would love for you to come try out a class for free anytime during the session! We meet on Saturdays at 10am at The River Valley Arts Center. Please reach out with any questions or for more information!
See you in The Music Class!!
https://themusicclass.com/.../the.../location/russellville
Event by The Music Class of River Valley
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 AT 10 AM
1/24 Winter Playday
2026 Winter Series Playday at Benton County Fairgrounds
Barrels
Poles
Speed
Pole Keyhole
Pre-entry link will be posted the week of the playday.
All riders must check in prior to riding.
Current liability waiver required.
Negative coggins required.
Concessions & restrooms will be available.
Event by Oak Grove Riding Club
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 11 AM - 3 PM
Sew Now What!?
Got a sewing machine for Christmas and thought, “Okay… now what?”
You’re not alone — and this class is for you.
Sew What Now?! is a beginner-friendly sewing class for new sewing machine owners or anyone looking for a refresher on sewing basics. This is a hands-on, small-group workshop focused on building confidence and understanding the fundamentals that apply to almost any sewing project.
What We’ll Cover
• Types of fabric
• How to read a ruler
• Rotary cutter safety & use
• Seam allowances & straight-line sewing
• Reading a pattern
• Confidence-building sewing fundamentals
Class Details
January 24, 2026
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pine Bluff, AR
$45
What to Bring
Please bring your sewing machine (power cord and foot pedal required).
If you have rulers or a rotary cutter, feel free to bring those as well.
No prior sewing experience is required.
Registration is required and space is limited.
Sign up here:
https://needleandfireworkshop.com/pages/classes-1
Location details and arrival information will be emailed prior to the class.
Event by Needle and Fire Workshop
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 12 PM - 8 PM
Learn to Play and Trade Night
146 West Main Street, Clarksville, AR
Join us for a fun day of learning to play, battling it out, and trading with other collectors!
Learn to play from 12:00-2:00
Battles begin at 2:00
Trade night starts at 4:00
Event by PokeVentures
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 1 PM - 3 PM
J.K. Ross Book Launch
312 West 2nd Street, Russellville, AR
Dog Ear Books will be hosting a Book Launch for local author J.K Ross, for her new book “A Throne in Bloom.” The Book Launch will be held this Saturday, January 24th, from 1 PM to 3 PM at the Dog Ear Books storefront. J.K. Ross will be present and discussing her book as well as signing copies for everyone! If you would like to reserve a signed copy, message us on any of our social media platforms with your name and number! Don’t miss out on this amazing experience, and we’ll see everyone there this Saturday!
Grab a copy of the book here: https://ilovedogear.com/item/OVJB0Bi2qYOqCEfsZZcajw
Event by Dog Ear Books
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 1 PM - 3 PM
Mammals of Arkansas Tabletop: Hair!
20201 East Hwy 12, Rogers, AR
Sat., January 24, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
It’s a useful thing, and one of the characteristics of most mammals, but not the only one! Visit this tabletop to discover various mammal skins and skulls in this hands-on display. A 15-minute program will start every half hour. Come and go as you please.
Event by Friends of Hobbs State Park
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 AT 6:30 PM
Brian Pitts at Tallgrass Harrison Arkansas
Tallgrass is one coolest restaurant bars around. I always look forward to playing there and enjoying a delicious meal.
I will be playing smooth pop and R&B tunes from the 70s and 80s.
Event by Brian Pitts
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 7 P M - 10 PM
Shaw Revolver Live at The Old Bank
$5 cover
Shaw Revolver is a high-energy family act delivering powerhouse vocals, tight harmonies, and dynamic multi-instrument talent
Event by Shaw Revolver
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FROM 8:15 PM - 11:15 PM
Moonshine Mafia @ VFW Russellville
VFW Roger's Rye Post 2283 Russellville, AR
Just wait til you hear the vocals on the lead singer, Anna Brazeal! So excited to bring Moonshine Mafia to Russellville.
$10 cover charge at the door.
Event by Brookstock Events, MoonshineMafia and Tena Gosvenor Brooks
Saturday, January 24, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Birding Storm Creek Lake
Mississippi River State Park
2955 Hwy. 44, Marianna, AR
Meeting Place: Storm Creek Trail
Free
Join a park interpreter to see what birds are hanging around in the forest and on the water of Storm Creek Lake. All levels of birding experience welcome. Loaner binoculars available. Dress for the weather and bring water.
Saturday, January 24, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Bear Cave Hike
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Bear Cave Trail Parking Area
All Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead 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. This hike will last about 45 minutes.
Saturday, January 24, 2026 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Site Tour
Parkin Archeological State Park
60 State Hwy 184, Parkin, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Free
Take a walk around the Native American village site that dates back to 1000 AD. The trail is a paved walkway that is 3/4 of a mile. The park Interpreter will share historic information as you make your way around the site. This program is good for all ages.
Saturday, January 24, 2026 / 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Soaring to the Suspension Scramble
Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road, Star City, AR
Meeting Place: Trailhead
All Admission: $Free
Cane Creek Lake Trail is home to three unique suspension bridges. Adventure out on this 4-mile scramble with the park interpreter, including a short cut across the Timber Cut-Off Trail, to the first of these suspension bridges. Bring your camera!
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, January 25, 2026
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 FROM 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Winter Revival ‘26 @ Believers Fellowship
16194 W Highway 10, Belleville, AR
Revival is here.
Join us Jan 25th–28th for four nights of worship and the Word at the BF Community Center. We’ve got an incredible lineup of speakers and we are believing for a move of God in our community.
Schedule: Sunday: Glenn Dorsey (10:30am & 6:30pm) Mon & Tues: Pastor Jacob Roach (6:30pm) Wednesday: Ethan Rosenbaum (6:30pm)
Make plans to be there!
Event by Believers Fellowship
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 FROM 10:45 AM - 1:45 AM
The Book of John
800 16th St, Russellville, AR
At Amazing Grace Fellowship, we will start our journey through the Book of John. Join us, Jan. 4th.
Event by Amazing Grace Fellowship
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 AT 1 PM
Die of the Month: Arkansas Traveler (Taught by Eileen Thompson)
Online
Die of the Month: Arkansas Traveler
Sunday, January 25th, 2-5:00 p.m. Eastern time.
There has been interest in the Arkansas Traveler. A number of folks informed me they needed support when removing the cellophane. So, I'm guessing a class with directions on how to use the die will be helpful. What a great way to start the new year!
This is another die that brings us creative possibilities. We will look at inspirational patterns and imagine some of our own. We will examine what secondary patterns emerge when the block is used repeatedly. We will brainstorm about how this block could interact with other BOB dies to breathe life into a novel quilt.
Class Fee: $35.00
One three hour class on Zoom
Sunday, January 25th, 2-5 p.m. Eastern
Register today!
Register and Pay with PayPal by clicking here. https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/344XWRNAVFVB8
Pay with Zelle using eileen@quiltersb.com as the payment code; add email and class name to MEMO.
Or send a check to:
Quilters B, 51 Country Place, Lancaster, NY 14086
Event by Salli Clipp and QuiltersB for INTERACTIVE Classes in Quilting
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 FROM 2 PM - 5 PM
“JAM”uary Aaron Farris Jam Class
Don’t forget we’ve got the Aaron Farris Wernick Method Jam Class a.k.a “JAM”uary coming up this January so if you know a picker that needs a Christmas Gift - Sign em up!!!
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Event by The Gravel Yard
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 FROM 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Speak Up for the Preborn in Arkansas
Family Christian Fellowship
Can you defend life graciously, or do you sometimes speak rashly and give offense? Do you assume all those who call themselves Christians are fully opposed to legal abortion? In a world full of doubt and tough questions about abortion, we must prepare ourselves to “know how we ought to answer each person” (Col. 4:6).
Join United for Life Director John Michener for an interactive apologetics workshop that will train participants to:
• Create gracious and persuasive conversation about abortion in church gatherings, with outsiders, and on social media.
• Make a biblical, moral, biological, and philosophical case for life.
• Answer the toughest arguments of abortion advocates such as, “It’s my body, so it’s my choice” and “I know abortion is wrong, but we can’t tell other people what to do.”
• Share their faith in every conversation about abortion.
Let us help you become effective at speaking up for our preborn neighbors. Dinner to follow.
“From the first minute of class, my students were captivated and engaged… They were being equipped to discern, expose, and discuss false ideas and justifications for abortion. The handouts, videos, images, and stories helped the students get the most out of this critical topic in a short amount of time. Mr. Michener also took time to respectfully answer various questions that were on the minds of my students…” -Phillip Rehrig, philosophy & Bible teacher
Event by Oklahomans United for Life
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 FROM 4 PM - 6 PM
Community Candlelight Vigil
Fayetteville, AR
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville in the Gearhart Auditorium Room 026 and Greek Theater (weather permitting)
Dear Friends,
2025 was a rough year for our country and our local communities. Unfortunately, the first 2 weeks of this year seem to be keeping pace. ICE continues its acts of domestic terrorism with abductions, ripping families apart, and gun violence. Groups are strategically spreading division and fear in our schools and churches. Meanwhile, we continue to see fellow community members' lives being taken by gun violence in our state. For every life that is taken, there is a community of people who are impacted. This realization is heavy and at times paralyzing, but it is important that we recognize the lives that are being affected, and to remember why we do this work.
Please join us on January 25th as we honor and hold space for the hundreds of Arkansans who were impacted by gun violence last year.
Let us begin 2026 by setting aside a time to collectively pause and acknowledge the healing, change, and power we cultivate when we come together to make our communities safer.
Sunday, January 25 4-6pm Gearhart Auditorium at the U of A.
In light of the shooting hoax and lockdown last August, the University of Arkansas campus serves as a meaningful location for this vigil.
Event by NWA Community Hub and Tim Lauffer Productions
Sunday, January 25, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Morning Hike
Lake Dardanelle State Park
100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Free
Lake Dardanelle State Park is home to many interesting creatures due to its diverse habitat. Join a park interpreter at the visitor center and venture down the Meadowbrook Trail. We will see who is out and about this morning. This trail is 0.75-miles and easy with some uneven terrain.
Sunday, January 25, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Winter Birding Basics
Village Creek State Park
201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR
Meeting Place: Lake Dunn Boat Ramp Parking Lot
Admission: $Free
Winter is prime time for spotting migratory birds at Village Creek State Park! Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding, then put your skills to the test as we look for birds in and around Lake Dunn. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring drinking water. Bring binoculars if you have them, or we have a limited supply of pairs to borrow.
Sunday, January 25, 2026 / 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Winter Wildlife Trail Scavenger Hunt
Mississippi River State Park
2955 Hwy. 44, Marianna, AR 72360
Meeting Place: Bear Creek Loop Trailhead
Free
Explore winter on a scavenger hunt along the 1-mile loop. Bundle up and enjoy seasonal surprises.
Sunday, January 25, 2026 / 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Trailside Table
Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road, Star City, AR
Meeting Place: Pavilion 2
Free
What's cooking at Cane Creek State Park? From a Dutch oven deep dish pizza to a "hobo" meal or maybe some biscuits dripping with butter, Trailside Table participants will be helping the park interpreter rustle up some grub outdoors! Come indulge in some craveable creations at Pavilion 2. Bring your appetite!
Events by Arkansas State Parks
