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 Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 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 24
What: The Go!bbler Turkey Trot
Where: 1819 N. Grant St. (Little Rock)
When: 8 a.m. (Tiny Trot will start at 7:50 a.m.)
For the 12th year in a row, The Go!bbler Turkey Trot will take place this Thanksgiving morning in Little Rock. Not only is this a free family event, but it also serves as a food drive for the Arkansas Foodbank. Click here for more information.
Thursday, November 24
What: Friendsgiving
Where: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks (Fayetteville)
When: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
For the second year ever, Cocoon Collective NWA will be hosting its Friendsgiving celebration on Thanksgiving evening at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. Friends and their friends will have a warm, inviting place to eat and celebrate the holiday.
Thursday, November 24
What: Friendsgiving at 4QTR Bar
Where: Four Quarter Bar (North Little Rock)
When: 6 p.m.
The kitchen at Four Quarter Bar in Argenta, will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Guests are welcome to bring their friends and celebrate with their favorite bar family starting at 6 p.m. Bring a dish and any leftovers you wish.
Thursday, November 24
What: Live Team Trivia
Where: American Pie Pizza (Maumelle)
When: 7 p.m.
Thursday is Thanksgiving, but it’s also a day to head out to American Pie Pizza for trivia. Enjoy food specials and drinks while testing your knowledge on a variety of topics.
Friday, November 25
What: World Cup Watch Party
Where: Hill Station (Little Rock)
When: Will Be open for every, single game!
Little Rock’s Hill Station will be open for every single one of the World Cup games, no matter the hours. Visit the eatery in Hillcrest on Friday to enjoy a day full of watching the best soccer and enjoy a stacked drink and food menu.
Friday, November 25
What: Razorback Football/ World Cup Watch Party
Where: Core Brewing & Distilling Co. (Springdale)
When: 1 p.m.
Sports lovers, unite at Core Brewing this Friday afternoon for a special dual watch party. With both Razorback football and the World Cup taking place on the same day, there is so much to enjoy in the world of sports.
Friday, November 25
What: Friday Night Frights!
Where: The Labyrinth (Little Rock)
When: 7 p.m.
Join The Labyrinth and Arkansas Community Advocates this Friday night for a fundraising movie night. This Friday’s movie is “Bloody Pit of Horror” (1965). All proceeds go toward benefitting Arkansas Community Advocates, a nonprofit engaged in homeless outreach and mutual aid. Popcorn and drinks will be available and tickets are $10.
Friday, November 25- Sunday, November 27
What: Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Where: Baum Walker Hall, Walton Arts Center (Fayetteville)
When: various showtimes
Experience the magic of one of the most-popular Christmas ballets of all time. The Nutcracker will feature professional dancers from the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. Tickets to the show can be purchased online.
Friday, November 25 – Sunday, November 27
What: The Show – Vaudeville at the Main Stage
Where: Main Stage Creative Community Center (Eureka Springs)
When: Various times
Bring life back to the Black Box Theater at Main Stage this weekend and enjoy a creative theater experience. Events will take place all weekend long, including the Opening Night Black Tie Gala on Friday, a Saturday theater experience and Sunday Matinee shows. Click here to buy tickets.
Friday, November 25 – Sunday, November 27
What: Fiddler on the Roof
Where: Robinson Center (Little Rock)
When: Various times
This weekend is the one and only weekend to enjoy “Fiddler on the Roof” in Little Rock. This event was rescheduled from last January 6-8, 2022 and is part of Celebrity Attractions’ 2021-2022 Broadway Season.
Friday, November 25 – Sunday, November 27
What: Handmade Holiday Shop
Where: The Warehouse (Hot Springs National Park)
When: Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Shop ‘till you drop this weekend in Hot Springs, during the annual event. Local artists and vendors will have plenty of goodies for you to dig through this weekend. Learn more about this event online.
Saturday, November 26
What: Photos With Santa Paws
Where: Hollywood Feed (North Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m.
Attention pet parents: bring your fur babies to Hollywood Feed this Saturday for pictures with Santa. With a $15 donation, you will receive downloading rights to use, just in time for Christmas cards to go out. For more information, click here.
Saturday, November 26
What: German Outdoor Christmas
Where: St. Joseph’s Market (North Little Rock)
When: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join St. Joseph’s Market this Saturday to enjoy an outdoor, German-inspired Holiday market. Guests can expect to find unique, one-of-a-kind gifts from some of the best merchants and makers in Central Arkansas.
Saturday, November 26
What: 8th Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Jasper Disaster Loop
Where: Harrison Youth Center
When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
If you’re not interested in shopping this weekend, make your way out to Harrison for its 8th annual ride around Jasper Disaster loop. The route can be viewed beforehand here.
Saturday, November 26
What: Winter Market – Bentonville
Where: Downtown Bentonville, Inc.
When: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
The City of Bentonville will be hosting its fourth annual winter market this Saturday on the square. This is the perfect opportunity to shop locally for Small Business Saturday.
Saturday, November 26
What: Chick-fil-A Illuminate: A Conway Christmas Tradition
Where: Rogers Plaza (Conway)
When: 3 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Conway residents are invited to enjoy the ultimate Christmas tradition this Saturday evening. As the sun sets, Conway’s Christmas tree will be lit up for all to see. Plenty of family-friendly activities will take place over the course of the event, including pictures with Santa.
Saturday, November 26
What: Ozark Holidays Craft Show
Where: Ozark Folk Center State Park (Mountain View)
When: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission to the annual Ozark Holidays Craft Show is free this year, and everyone is invited to shop from local businesses and craftsmen for the upcoming holiday season. For more information, click here.
Saturday, November 26 – Sunday, November 27
What: Blizzard Bazaar
Where: Prairie Street Live (Fayetteville)
When: Starts 10 a.m. on Saturday
Fayetteville: Support local vendors and businesses this weekend at the second annual Blizzard Bazaar on Prairie Street. Thirty different vendors will be featured for all of your holiday shopping needs.
Saturday, November 26
What: Van Glow Immersive Art Experience
Where: Rogers Experimental House (Rogers)
When: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Van get-Gogh-ing to Rogers Experimental House this Saturday evening for an immersive art experience like no other. Learn how to paint in a free-spirited manner from a knowledgeable instructor while being surrounded by music, aromas and visuals of Van Gogh’s journey. Tickets can be purchased online.
Saturday, November 26
What: It’s a Wonderful Life screening
Where: Arkansas Public Theatre (Rogers)
When: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Enjoy a Christmas classic in the comfort of one of Northwest Arkansas’ most-enjoyable theaters. Click here to buy tickets or learn more.
Saturday, November 26
What: Hot Cocoa Crawl
Where: West Emma Avenue (Downtown Springdale)
When: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Enjoy several versions of Hot Cocoa this Saturday through many of downtown Springdale’s local shops. Tickets are available online, and each ticket will come with a signature 2022 Christmas on the Creek mug.
Saturday, November 26
What: 5th Annual Turkey Wobble at the Brewery!
Where: Fort Smith Brewing Company
When: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Guests are invited to wobble through the post-thanksgiving 1.2k mile fun walk around the Fort Chaffee Entertainment District Area in Fort Smith. A new drink will be presented to guests at every location and tickets are $40. Register for the race online.
Saturday, November 26
What: Think Big Shop Small: Jingle in the River Market
Where: Little Rock River Market
When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Little Rock will also be celebrating Small Business Saturday with its annual Think Big Shop Small event, which is part of the national Small Business Saturday Campaign. In addition to knocking out some holiday gift-buying, kids can send letters to santa, make reindeer food, make holiday crafts and even get a picture with Santa himself (and his reindeer, Rudy).
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. – 9 p.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.
- Piccolo Zoppe Winter Circus in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Enjoy an unbelievable experience at the circus anytime between now and Dec. 4.
- Sherwood’s Enchanted Forest Trail of Lights will take place from now through Dec. 30, nightly from 6-9:30 p.m. The drive-thru trail starts at the entrance o f the Sherwood Sports Complex.
- Holiday Lights at Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs will be available to look at from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. nightly, excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas. The last night it will be open this season is Dec. 31.
- A Fertile Holiday at The Joint Comedy Theater in North Little Rock will take place over several dates between Friday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Dec. 30.
- Stewart Family Christmas Lights Display is open now through Jan. 3. in Fayetteville. Over 5 million lights are featured, train rides, pony rides, and more is offered to guests on weekdays from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. and weekends 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- “Stones in His Pockets” will be shown online and in person at TheatreSquared in Fayetteville from now through Dec. 18. For more information or to buy tickets, click here.
D1 College Football:
- Arkansas Razorbacks V. Missouri Tigers at Missouri; Friday, Nov. 15; kick-off 2:30 p.m.
- Arkansas State Red Wolves V. Troy Trojans at home; Saturday, Nov. 26 kick-off 2 p.m.
- UA Pine Bluff Golden Lions V. Alabama State Hornets at Alabama State; Thursday, Nov. 24; kick-off 2 p.m.
D1 Men’s College Basketball:
- Central Arkansas Bears V. Northwestern State Demons at home; Saturday, Nov. 26; tip-off 5:30 p.m.
- Arkansas State Red Wolves V. Prairie View A&M at home; Friday, Nov. 25; tip-off at 7 p.m.
- Arkansas State Red Wolves V. Bethel University Wildcats at home; Sunday, Nov. 27; tip-off at 2 p.m.
- UA Little Rock Trojans V. Miami Redhawks at Miami, Saturday, Nov. 26, Tip-off at 12p.m.
D1 Women’s College Basketball:
- Arkansas Razorbacks V. Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at Home; Thursday, Nov. 24; tip-off 3:45 p.m.
- Arkansas Razorbacks V. Clemson Tigers at Clemson; Friday, Nov. 25; tip-off at 6 p.m.
- Arkansas Razorbacks V. Kansas State Wildcats at Kansas State; Saturday, Nov. 26; tip-off at 6 p.m.
- Central Arkansas Sugar Bears V. Hendrix Warriors at home; Saturday, Nov. 26; tip-off at 11 a.m.
- Arkansas State Red Wolves V. UMKC Kangaroos at home, Saturday, Nov.26, Tip-off at 11 a.m.
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