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. Also, listen to 103.7 The Buzz every Friday morning for Morning Mayhem to learn more about what’s going on during the weekend and more, featuring our AY About You President and Publisher, Heather Baker.
Thursday, November 17
What: Conway Art Walk Solo Show
Where: 1100 Oak St.
When: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
This Thursday’s art walk will feature Cozetta Jones’ Melanin & Honey show. Beer, wine and light food will be served.
Thursday, November 17
What: A Magical Cirque Christmas
Where: Robinson Center (Little Rock)
When: 7:30 p.m.
Experience the magic of Christmas this Thursday evening with the breathtaking performers. This will be hosted by Lucy Darling. Buy tickets here.
Thursday, November 17
What: Taste if the Holidays 2022
Where: Mid-America Science Museum (Piney)
Head out to the Mid-America Science Museum to kick-off your holiday season. Enjoy wine and food at the event hosted by Oaklawn.
Thursday, November 17
What: Holiday House: Ladies Night
Where: Statehouse Convention Center (Little Rock)
When: 5 p.m.
Lets Go Girls! Thursday night at the Statehouse Convention Center will include heavy hor d’oeuvres, 2 drink tickets and shopping. Tickets $45.
Thursday, November 17 – Saturday, November 19
What: Holiday House
Where: Statehouse Convention Center (Little Rock)
When: Various Times
Holiday House is the ultimate destination for the holiday shopping season. With over 14,000 shoppers visiting holiday house every year, merchants from across the country are featured – right here in Little Rock. Purchase tickets here.
Thursday, November 17 – Saturday, November 19
What: SAME Old Fashioned Week
Where: Petit & Keet
When: Various Times
Finish out your week at Petit & Keet for its SAME Old Fashioned Week. With partnerships of several local bars and the best old fashioned in town, stop by Petit & Keet and other participating bars to try out WanderFolk and Wanderlust drinks.
Thursday, November 17 – Sunday, November 20
What: “Stones in His Pockets”
Where: TheatreSquared (Fayetteville)
When: Various Times
TheatreSquared is welcoming its newest production to the stage starting this week. “Stones in His Pockets” is a comedy based in Ireland, and will run through Dec. 18. As an Oliver Award-winner for Best New Play, “Stones in His Pockets” was previously shown for four years in London’s West end. For more information, or to buy tickets, click here.
Friday, November 18
What: Friendsgiving with Bella’s Kitchen & The Nest
Where: The Nest (Little Rock)
When: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Join Bella’s Kitchen and The Nest Little Rock for this free Friendsgiving celebration. Wine and samples of delicious holiday appetizers from Bella’s Kitchen will be offered.
Friday, November 18
What: Third Friday Art Night
Where: Argenta
When: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Argenta will host its third Friday art night this weekend, and guests can show support to local artists and shop for Christmas gifts in downtown Little Rock.
Friday, November 18- Sunday, November 20
What: Piccola Zoppe Winter Circus
Where: Hot Springs Airport
When: Various times
Hot Springs residents are invited to enjoy the winter circus at several different times this weekend. If you’ve never experienced a circus, this is the time to do so.
Saturday, November 19
What: Central Arkansas Whiskey Festival
Where: Maumelle Center on the Lake
When: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Join Maumelle for its largest event of the year. This upscale whiskey tasting event will feature whiskey, bourbon and scotch.
Saturday, November 19
What: Pleasant Ridge Town Center Holiday Open House
Where: Pleasant Ridge Town Center, Little Rock
When: 12:00 – 3 p.m.
Meet in front of Belk for Festive Family Fun!
- Enter Raffle to win $2,000+ Gift Basket Generously Donated by Pleasant Ridge Shops & Restaurants! We Appreciate our Community!
- Santa & Mrs. Claus – Elsa – Music – Face Painting
- Holiday Lights & Holiday Window Contest + $100 Gift Card Raffle
Saturday, November 19
What: Northern Lights Holiday Festival 2022
Where: Argenta
When: 4 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join Argenta as they light up downtown North Little Rock in celebration of the holiday season. Click here for more information.
Saturday, November 19
What: City of Bentonville’s Lighting of the Square
Where: Downtown Bentonville
When: 4 p.m.
It’s time for Bentonville’s annual square lighting! Games, entertainment, Santa’s Workshop and Better Homes & Gardens Journey Whoville experience will start at 4 p.m., with photos with Santa starting at 5 p.m. and the lights being lit at 6 p.m.
Saturday, November 19
What: Wreath Ceremony
Where: Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery (North Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m.
Make your way out to the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery for the celebration of the wreaths ceremony. This day is all about honoring veterans by placing wreaths of all those who are no longer alive.
Sunday, November 20
What: Cabot Chamber of Commerce Christmas Open House
Where: Cabot Chamber of Commerce
When: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Shop for Christmas gifts this weekend in Cabot, as its Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its Christmas Open House this Sunday. Many local Cabot businesses will be featured at this event.
Monday, November 14
What: Little Rock Touchdown Club Guest Speaker Series featuring Dari Nowkah
Where: DoubleTree Hotel (Downtown Little Rock)
When: 11:00 a.m.
The Little Rock Touchdown Club’s annual guest speaker series, presented by Simmons Bank, takes place every week, and this Monday, Dari Nowkah– of SEC Network– will be speaking. Lunch will be served at 11:00 a.m. and the program will start at 11:40 a.m. Tickets are $25 for members and $35 for non-members. To learn more or to become a member, visit the Little Rock Touchdown Club website.
RECURRING EVENTS:
- GloWILD at the Little Rock Zoo: Join the zoo at night to see a whole new type of light display. This year’s exhibit features over 50,000 LED lights and is laid out differently than last year’s exhibit. Read this earlier article to learn more.
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- Listening Forest by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer at Crystal Bridges’ North Forest at Various times: The Listening Forest outdoor immersive exhibit is still open at Crystal Bridges. With a new experience that combines multiple senses, guests can walk through the magical North Forest. For more information, read this earlier article; to buy tickets, click here.
- Holiday Lights at Garvan Woodland Gardens: From 4 p.m. – 9p.m. every night through Dec. 31. ( excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas).: Hop on a golf cart tour, eat and drink at The Chipmunk Cafe and enjoy a night at the lights.
- MAD on Ice at Murphy Arts District: Skate your way through the days leading up to Christmas in El Dorado. In an old-timey outdoor ice rink, anyone can enjoy ice skating during the holidays.
D1 College Football:
- Arkansas Razorbacks V. Ole Miss at home; Saturday, November 19; kick-off 6:30 p.m.
- Central Arkansas Bears V. Jacksonville State Gamecocks at home; Saturday, November 19; kick-off 4 p.m.
- Arkansas State Red Wolves V. Texas State Bobcats at Texas State; Saturday, November 19; kick-off 4 p.m.
- UA Pine Bluff Golden Lions V. Alabama State Hornets at Alabama State; Saturday, November 19; kick-off 2 p.m.
D1 Men’s College Basketball:
- Central Arkansas Bears V. Niagara Purple Eagles at home; Friday, November 18; tip-off 10 a.m.
- Arkansas State Red Wolves V. UC Davis Aggies at UC Davis; Friday, November 18; tip-off at 8 p.m.
- UA Pine Bluff Golden Lions V. Cleveland State Vikings at Cleveland State; Friday, November 19; tip-off 6 p.m.
- UA Little Rock V. East Tennessee State Buccaneers at East Tennessee State, Thursday, November 17, Tip-off at 6 p.m.
D1 Women’s College Basketball:
- Arkansas Razorbacks V. Kent State Golden Flashes at Home; Thursday, November 17; tip-off 7 p.m.
- Central Arkansas Sugar Bears V. LA-Monroe at LA-Monroe; Saturday, November 19; tip-off at 12 p.m.
- UA Little Rock Trojans V. Arkansas Razorbacks at UA Little Rock, Sunday, November 20, Tip-off at 1 p.m.
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