Events
UCA Public Appearances
John Waite
Reynolds Performance Hall Beatrice Powell Street, Conway, AR, United StatesJohn Waite’s catalogue of hits features some of the most loved songs of the 80s and 90s – the #1 Worldwide hit ‘Missing You’, The Baby’s ‘Isn’t It Time’ and Bad English ‘When I See You Smile’ rank amongst some of his biggest international hits and are still heard on the radio today. As a […]
Methodist Family Health Foundation
Get Up & Give
Methodist Family Health Foundation 1600 Aldersgate Rd, Little Rock, ArkansasGet Up & Give is an annual donation drive to collect necessities and much-needed items for those in the care of Methodist Family Health. Many of the Arkansans we serve are in the foster care system or struggle to afford basic essentials. Individual, group and corporate support helps provide supplies that allow our clients to […]
Valentine’s Day
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Zoo! Make it a day to remember with your favorite animals—and maybe your favorite person, too. The Zoo is the perfect spot for a fun and relaxed day date! Watch the animals explore holiday-themed enrichment and enjoy a special day together.
Mardi Gras
Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Zoo! Enjoy festive activities and special menu items in the café all day long.
Old State House Museum Celebrates 75 Years
Old State House Museum West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesThe Old State House Museum will have a DJ playing music from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Punch and dessert will be served and there will be official remarks given about the anniversary. Hands-on activities will also be provided.
Friends of Dreamland
Dancing into Dreamland
Dreamland Ballroom West 9th Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesJoin us for a magical evening at Little Rock's historic Dreamland Ballroom, where legendary performers like Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Duke Ellington once graced the stage. Dancing into Dreamland is our signature fundraising event featuring a dance competition that showcases diverse styles and talents from throughout central Arkansas. Proceeds support Friends of Dreamland a […]
Dial Up – 90’s Party Band
Dial Up, Arkansas' favorite 90s Party Band, is back for the 4th Annual Black Heart's Ball! We all have grand aspirations for the perfect Valentine's Day, but oftentimes that same old routine falls flat! Give your Valentine, or Galentines, what they really want: a helluva good time listening to the best hits the 90s have […]
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Guild
Modern Muses
ASO Stella Boyle Smith Music Center East 3rd Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesClaude Debussy: Violin Sonata Trisha Freeney, Haeshin Shin William Grant Still: Ennanga Meredith Hicks, Lauren Pokorzynski, Katherine Williamson, David Gerstein, Alisa Coffey, Hee-Kyung Juhn Alberto Ginastera: Cello Sonata David Gerstein, Hee-Kyung Juhn Philip Glass: String Quartet No. 4 Quapaw Quartet
Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance
Celebrating 21 Years!
Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance 200 W Capitol Ave Ste 1300, Little Rock, AR, United StatesThe Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance is turning 21, and we want to celebrate with YOU! For two decades, the Alliance has been building partnerships, empowering communities, and working toward a hunger-free Arkansas. Now it’s time to raise a glass to all that we’ve accomplished together, and to the bright future ahead! Join us on the […]
CALS
CALS Spring Speaker Series – ReShonda Tate
CALS Ron Robinson Theater River Market Avenue, Little Rock, AR, United StatesThe Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) Spring Speaker Series will host a dynamic lineup of voices from literature, journalism, and beyond. Bestselling author ReShonda Tate, rare book specialist Rebecca Romney, poet Ross Gay, and journalist Richard Kreitner will visit to discuss their works at CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue. For more information […]
UCA Public Appearances
SERIAL KILLERS with Dr. Scott Bonn
Wingate Center for Fine & Performing Arts Donaghey Avenue, Conway, AR, United StatesSpend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers. In this thrilling 90-minute show, Dr. Bonn reveals the insatiable, psychological hungers that drive the likes of Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer to kill repeatedly […]
Pecos & The Rooftops
Pecos & The Rooftops Alternative Country Parker Ryan Country
Argenta Arts District
Argenta: Third Friday Art Night
Argenta Plaza North Main Street, North Little Rock, AR, United StatesArgenta is home to an incredible breadth of art, culture, and history. An after-hours art night every 3rd Friday of the month includes such hosts as the Argenta Gallery, Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, The Argenta Library, & more. Be sure to grab a passport from your first venue! Submit your completed passport to your final […]
UCA Public Appearances
The Simon and Garfunkel Story
Reynolds Performance Hall Beatrice Powell Street, Conway, AR, United StatesRelive the magic of the legendary folk-rock duo! The internationally acclaimed hit theater show, The Simon and Garfunkel Story, returns to the stage after a sold-out worldwide tour and their latest blockbuster tour of North America. The immersive concert-style show, complete with nostalgia-inducing, unforgettable hits including, “Mrs Robinson”, “Cecilia”, “Homeward Bound” and many more, will […]
Ballet Arkansas
Cinderella
Robinson Center West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesA grand-scale reimagining of the classic fairytale, featuring all-new sets and costumes, Prokofiev's sweeping score, and a cast blending professional artists with local talent. A laugh-out-loud, heartwarming spectacle for all ages.
Ballet Arkansas
The Glass Slipper Tea – A Cinderella Soiree
Robinson Center West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesStep into a fairytale world at the Glass Slipper Tea – A Cinderella Soirée, a charming companion event to Ballet Arkansas’s beloved production of Cinderella. Perfect for families and young dreamers alike, this magical afternoon invites guests to enjoy teatime treats, royal activities, a special storybook reading, and an exclusive performance by Cinderella and her […]
Trojan Athletics
Trojans: Pack the Rock Basketball Doubleheader
Jack Stephens Center South University Avenue, Little Rock, AR, United StatesLittle Rock Athletics is calling on all Trojan fans to PACK THE ROCK on Saturday, February 21, as the Trojans host a crucial Ohio Valley Conference basketball doubleheader against Southeast Missouri at the Jack Stephens Center. The women's game tips off at 1 p.m., followed by the men's contest approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion […]
Planting the Seeds: An event to celebrate and support the West Little Rock Farmers Market
Join us in celebrating and supporting the West Little Rock Farmers Market (WLRFM) at Breckenridge Village. The Arkansas Local Food Network (ALFN) in partnership with The Root Cafe Breckenridge will open WLRFM on April 18, 2026. Our goal is to offer fresh produce, handcrafted goods, and artisan wares to residents and visitors at lively Saturday […]
RMHC: Chocolate Fantasy Ball
Statehouse Convention Center 101 E Markham St, Little Rock, ArkansasJoin Central Arkansas’s most charitable partygoers for the Sweetest Night of the year. It begins with thousands of decadent chocolate creations and a hosted cocktail hour, followed by a multi-course chef-prepared dinner and more chocolate. Stay for the After Party, where you’ll dance the night away! 100% of proceeds support Ronald McDonald House programs in […]
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Guild
Carmina Burana
Robinson Center West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesFew works explode onto the stage like Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana. From the first thunderous entrance using the full might of the orchestra alongside the chorus, this massive masterpiece grabs the listener by the collar and doesn’t let go, taking you on a ride through the sacred, the profane, and the mystical.
UA-Pulaski Technical College
Keith Anderson
UA-PTC CHARTS 3000 W. Scenic Dr., North Little Rock, ArkansasCatch country music star Keith Anderson live! His debut CD, "Three Chord Country and American Rock & Roll", was certified Gold and garnered two Top 10 hits (accompanied by two No. 1 music videos), "Pickin’ Wildflowers," and "Every Time I Hear Your Name," along with two Top 30 hits "XXL" and "Podunk". This success prompted […]
Little Rock Marathon
Little Rock Marathon – 10K, 5K
WHEN: FEBRUARY 27-28, MARCH 1, 2026 February 27-28: Expo and Packet Pick Up February 28: Little Rock 5K, Little Rock 10K, Little Rockers Kids Marathon, Little Rockers All Abilities Final Mile March 1: Little Rock Half Marathon and Little Rock Marathon Route info: https://littlerockmarathon.com/course/
Garvan Gardens
Daffodil Days & Tulip Extravaganza
Garvan Woodland Gardens Arkridge Road, Hot Springs, AR, United Statesmore information coming soon!
National Pig Day
Celebrate National Pig Day with us! Bring a little Razorback spirit to National Pig Day! Stop by the Zoo to learn what makes these remarkable animals worth cheering for. Fun Fact: Wild pigs are highly intelligent and social. Wild pig species support their native ecosystems in their search for food by rooting and softening the […]
Rhea Lana’s of Conway and Little Rock Spring & Summer Shopping Event
Rhea Lana’s of Conway & Little Rock is Central Arkansas’s largest children’s consignment shopping event, helping families save money while other families earn money for their children's outgrown items. 💗 Join us at the Conway Expo Center (2505 E. Oak St., Conway) for a one-week shopping experience featuring thousands of gently-used, high-quality children’s items at […]
Arkansas Advocates for Children & Families
Central Arkansas Soup Sunday
Jack Stephens Center South University Avenue, Little Rock, AR, United StatesAsk anyone. Soup Sunday is one of THE MOST FUN events in Central Arkansas. The atmosphere is “souper” casual and family-friendly, the food is always delicious, and the cause most important – the future of Arkansas’s kids. Adult tickets $50 Child tickets (ages 5-17) $10 Under 5 free Sponsorships start at $350
UCA Theatre
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Reynolds Performance Hall Beatrice Powell Street, Conway, AR, United StatesGet ready for an unforgettable adventure with Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical, where the beloved children’s book springs to life on stage! Follow the playfully adored story as the alphabet letters ambitiously climb the coconut tree, only to tumble down in a cascade of color and laughter. This lively audience interactive show features vibrant […]
Celebrity Attractions
MJ the Musical
Robinson Center West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR, United StatesHe is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Little Rock in MJ, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond […]
ACANSA
ACANSA – Charlotte Gadberry Award Presentation
Argenta Contemporary Theatre 405 Main St, North Little Rock, Arkansas9th Annual Charlotte Gadberry Award Presentation celebrating John Gaudin and Corky Patton for extraordinary contributions to the arts and the Central Arkansas community.