There are always great things to do in the Natural State, and AY About You has compiled some of the most exciting events in Arkansas this weekend.

 

Listen to Heather Baker’s Weekend Plans every Friday morning on 103.7 the Buzz.

 

Thursday, January 6

What: Ladies Night Out

Where: Cotton Shed Vintage Market (Bryant)

When: 6:15 pm

Ladies in the house tonight, it’s time to get out and take control of the new you in 2022. Grab your girls and head to the Cotton Shed Vintage Market for retail therapy, snacks, drinks and prizes. The year is not even a week in, so get that head start with your gals.

 

Thursday, January 6 – Sunday, January 9

What: An Officer and a Gentleman

Where: Walton Arts Center (Fayetteville)

When: Schedule

In the mood for a classic romance? Go no further than the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville for An Officer and a Gentleman. A timeless love story celebrating triumph over adversity, the musical follows the story of Zack Mayo as he faces challenges in the U.S. Navy’s Officer Training School and along the way, finds love and himself. Laugh, cry and rejoice all in one seating at this production. Find your tickets here

 

Friday, January 7

What: Album Release Party

Where: Four Quarter Bar (Little Rock)

When: 8:45 pm

“Strange Times” is here; we repeat, “Strange Times” is here. Celebrate with local legends The Gravel Yard at Four Quarter Bar where you can hear the band’s original music live, buy a CD and merch and enjoy some live bluegrass. Free to attend!

 

Friday, January 7 – Saturday, January 8

What: Arkansas Big Squirrel Challenge

Where: Select Weigh-In Locations

When: Schedule

Organized by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, a statewide squirrel hunt will commence at noon on Friday, January 7 to be followed by a weigh-in from noon to 2:30 pm on Saturday, January 8. The weighing will be done field dressed, and there is a bag limit of three. Check the “Schedule” link above for the hunting classifications allowed for the challenge. Go nuts!

 

Friday, January 7 – Sunday, January 9

What: Springdale Gun & Knife Show

Where: Northwest Arkansas Convention Center (Springdale)

When: Schedule

Looking for new items for your collection? Alltex Gun Shows has the event for you. Visit with vendors, browse through different styles and find what suits you. All federal, state and local firearm ordinances and laws must be obeyed at the event. 

 

Friday, January 7 – Sunday, January 9

What: Antique Alley Arkansas

Where: Conway Expo Center

When: Schedule

The gift-buying season might be over, but that only means now is the time to treat yourself. Drive out to the Antique Alley Show for exhibitors from 10 plus states with 200 booths selling signs, antique toys, linens, primitives, glassware, antique furniture and more. If you’re planning to make a day of it, there’s no need to worry about leaving the event for food because there will be plenty of food trucks and beverages to get your fix. Get your tickets here! 

 

Friday, January 7 – Sunday, January 9

What: 2022 Off-Road Products Expo

Where: Hot Springs Convention Center

When: Schedule

For the ATV community, the 2022 Off-Road Products Expo is bringing in vendors from every direction with off-road gear, camping essentials and other goods to make your off-road experience next-level. Shop for the good stuff all weekend long!

 

Saturday, January 8

What: NWA Rigs & Coffee

Where: The HUB Bike Lounge (Bentonville)

When: 6 am to 8:30 am

Join the monthly meet for their first gathering of the year at The Hub Bike Lounge in Bentonville. The event is open to anyone who enjoys taking the road less traveled on adventure bikes, Unimogs and any other adventure mobile. 

 

Saturday, January 8

What: Hillcrest Farmers’ Market

Where: Pulaski Heights Baptist Church (Little Rock)

When: 8 am to 12 pm

Get some fresh produce and locally made goods at the Hillcrest Farmers’ Market. Open year-round with seasonal vegetables, fruit, cheese, flowers, pasture-raised meat, poultry and dairy, eggs and locally produced jams, jellies, bread and candy, there’s plenty to bring home and make something fresh. Profits go directly to growers and producers, and local is always a great decision. Add this to your calendar every month!

 

Saturday, January 8

What: New Year, New Career — AHH Career Fair

Where: Arkansas Heart Hospital (Little Rock)

When: 9:15 am

New year, new job? If you’re on the hunt for a change in work environment, join the folks at Arkansas Heart Hospital for brunch and mingling with different departments within the hospital. AHH is looking for candidates of all experience levels for every department. Qualified attendees will be entered to win door prizes including a Sonos One speaker. Bring your resume and a smile to possibly meet your new work family.

 

Saturday, January 8

What: Second Saturday Shopping on Main

Where: Historic Downtown Van Buren

When: 10 am to 6 pm

Downtown is the place to be this Saturday, especially if you’re in Van Buren. Grab your wallet and your Christmas money for Second Saturday Shopping on Main. Find special deals, say hello to neighbors and buy that outfit that speaks to the 2022 you. 

 

Saturday, January 8

What: Back-To-School Supplies Giveaway

Where: Restoration Church of Northwest Arkansas (Fayetteville)

When: 11 am to 1 pm

By registration, Restoration Church of Northwest Arkansas has organized a school supplies giveaway for members of the community. Coming out of the holiday season can be a difficult time financially for many families, and this giveaway is here to help. 

 

Saturday, January 8

What: Mulled Wine & Masterpieces

Where: River Bottom Winery (Roland)

When: 11:15 am

Join River Bottom Winery on their closed-in patio for some crafty fun. The Christmas decorations are gone and Valentine’s Day is still a month away, so what do you hang up? How about a winter mitten door hanger that you make yourself. Get creative and make your own door hanger at River Bottom with a guided class helping you through the painting process. A complimentary glass of mulled wine will be provided as you paint. Spots fill quickly, so get your tickets now! 

 

Saturday, January 8

What: Second Saturday Family Funday: Basket Weaving

Where: Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (Pine Bluff)

When: 1 pm to 3 pm

Get the family out of the house and put them to good use by learning a new skill: basket weaving. Drop by the Arts & Science Center to learn how to weave a trinket basket to store your new goodies from the holidays. The event is free to the public thanks to the Pine Bluff Area Community Foundation.

 

Saturday, January 8

What: Winter Vista

Where: Mount Magazine State Park (Paris)

When: 3 pm to 4:30 pm

Leaves get all the hype when really it’s the limbs and trunks that bear the weight of the seasons. Now that the leaves have fallen, take a moment to appreciate the sturdy woods withstanding the weather. This Saturday, take a guided walk to the edges of high cliffs overlooking the landscape below Mount Magazine. Visit a world champion oak and be on the lookout for bald eagles. This is a great opportunity to really see nature in its most naked form. Meet at Brown Springs Picnic Area for the walk. 

 

Saturday, January 8 – Sunday, January 9

What: Arkansas Shorts – A Night of Short Film

Where: The Malco Theatre (Hot Springs)

When: Schedule

Low Key Arts’ is back with the 15th Annual Arkansas Shorts Short Film Festival. For the first time in history, the festival has been expanded from just one night of short films to two full days. The team has been working non-stop to put together a lineup of powerful and moving work. There will also be aspects of the Inception to Projection program with filmmaking workshops to help encourage and inspire filmmakers of every experience level. Sign up here to be a part of this groundbreaking event.

 

Sunday, January 9

What: Sammy Obeid Live in Little Rock

Where: Loony Bin Comedy Club (Little Rock)

When: 8 pm

Born in Oakland, California, Sammy Obeid has appeared on America’s Got Talent, NBC’s Last Comic Standing, TBS’s Conan, is currently the host of Netflix’s 100 Humans, has a world record for performing comedy 1,001 nights in a row and he is coming to Little Rock for one show. Have a night out with one of the big names in the comedy world at the Loony Bin. Laugh, drink and forget about the worries of the next year. Get your tickets here.

 

NOW – January 15

What: GloWild!

Where: Little Rock Zoo (Little Rock)

When: Dates and Times

A whole new world awaits you at the Little Rock Zoo. Under the light of the stars, see the animals brighter than they’ve ever been before. The Little Rock Zoo is introducing a new interactive light festival featuring thousands of silk-covered lanterns glowing in the likeness of the zoo’s beloved animals. This fully immersive experience is the first of its kind at the zoo and an opportunity to create new traditions for the winter season.

 

Basketball Weekend Lineup

Saturday, January 8:

Men’s Basketball: 

Where: Reed Arena (Bryan-College Station, Texas)

When: 12 pm

 

Where: Cajundome (Lafayette, Louisiana)

 

Where: Farris Center (Conway)

When: 3:15 pm

 

Where: Fant-Ewing Coliseum (Monroe, Louisiana)

When: 2 pm

 

Where: Houston, Texas

When: 7:30 pm

 

Women’s Basketball:

Where: First National Bank Arena (Jonesboro)

When: 1 pm

 

Where: Farris Center (Conway)

When: 1 pm

 

Where: Houston, Texas

When: 5:30 pm

 

Where: Noble Complex (Shawnee, Oklahoma)

When: 1 pm

 

Sunday, January 9:

Women’s Basketball:

Where: Bud Walton Arena (Fayetteville)

When: 3 pm

 

 

Weekend Lineup at White Water Tavern:

Saturday, January 8:

  • The Jeff Horton Band; show begins at 8 pm; tickets are $7.

Sunday, January 9:

  • Blues House Party with The White Water All-Stars; show begins at 4 pm; free admission.

 

Weekend Lineup at The Rev Room:

Friday, January 7:

  • Indie Music Night; doors open at 7:30 pm, show begins at 8 pm; tickets are $10.

Saturday, January 8:

  • JD Simo and GA-20; doors open at 7 pm, show begins at 8 pm; tickets are $15 in advance and $18 to $20 at the door.

 

Weekend Lineup at Four Quarter Bar:

Friday, January 7:

  • The Gravel Yard Band Album Release; show begins at 8:30 pm; tickets are $7.

Saturday, January 8:

  • Woody and Sunshine; show begins at 9 pm; tickets are $7.

 

Weekend Lineup at Stickyz Rock N’ Roll Chicken Shack:

 

Weekend Lineup at George’s Majestic Lounge:

Thursday, January 6:

  • Ghost Cities with Fight Dream and The Salesman; doors open at 7 pm, show begins at 8:30 pm; tickets are $7.

Friday, January 7:

  • Happy Hour Concert with Earl & Them; doors open at 5 pm, show begins at 6 pm; tickets are $8.
  • Cole Birmingham Band; doors open at 8:30 pm, show starts at 9 pm; free admission.

Saturday, January 8:

  • Eureka Strings with Lilly B Moonflower; doors open at 7 pm, show begins at 8:30 pm; tickets are $12.

 

Weekend Lineup at TC’s Midtown Grill:

Friday, January 7:

  • Defrance Live; show begins at 9:15 pm.

Saturday, January 8: 

  • South of Saturn; show begins at 9:15 pm.

 

Holidays

January 6:

  • National Bean Day
  • National Shortbread Day
  • National Technology Day
  • National Cuddle Up Day

January 7:

  • Old Rock Day
  • National Bobblehead Day
  • National Tempura Day
  • International Programmers’ Day

January 8:

  • Earth’s Rotation Day
  • National Argyle Day
  • National Bubble Bath Day
  • National English Toffee Day
  • National Winter Skin Relief Day
  • National Vision Board Day

January 9:

  • World Nerd Day
  • National Apricot Day
  • National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
  • National Static Electricity Day
  • National Sunday Supper Day

 

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