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Are you ready for it... this weekend in Little Rock?
Weekend Events in Little Rock & North Little Rock: May 16–18Your guide to live music, local festivals, and things to do this weekend—plus a look ahead to Monday’s bike ride and a spotlight on a Little Rock author inspired by Taylor Swift.

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Events
Little Rock Daily’s Weekend Round-Up!
Friday, May 16
🍦 Loblolly Hillcrest Pop-Up
📍 Kavanaugh Blvd | 🕒 3–8 PM
Loblolly Creamery is setting up for the Hillcrest neighborhood-wide pop-up!🎤 Sal Vulcano: Everything's Fine Tour
📍 Robinson Center | 🕒 7 PM
Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano brings his “Everything’s Fine” stand-up tour to Little Rock.
Saturday, May 17
🧺 Little Rock Farmers Market
7:00 AM–2:00 PM | River Market Pavilion
Stock up on fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, and handmade crafts while enjoying live music and riverfront energy.👨👩👧 Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
📍 AMFA | 🕒 10 AM–1 PM
Free festival with art activities, student exhibits, and performances — perfect for families and future creatives.🧶 Living Craft Saturday
📍 Historic Arkansas Museum | 🕒 10 AM–4 PM
Watch artisans at work with blacksmithing, woodworking, and weaving demos on the lawn.🧘 Goat Yoga
📍 St. Joseph Center | 🕒 10–11 AM
Stretch and giggle through a beginner-friendly yoga session surrounded by adorable goats.🚗 Car Seat Check-Up
📍 Arkansas Children’s Hospital | 🕒 10 AM–1 PM
Free inspections by certified safety techs to make sure your littles are buckled in right.🎨 East Village Art Market
📍 The Rail Yard | 🕒 Noon–5 PM
Shop local art, handmade goods, and vintage finds while sipping on craft cocktails and enjoying the East Village vibe.🍰 Cupcakes for Goodness Sake
📍 Argenta Plaza | 🕒 3–6 PM
Ocean-themed cupcakes, food trucks, and live music — all benefiting older Arkansans via CareLink.🎉 Summer Kick-Off Party
📍 Park Plaza Mall rooftop | 🕒 5:30–8:30 PM
DJ, food trucks, face painting, and games on the rooftop — perfect for families and sunset selfies.🎶 Big Dam Horns Live
📍 Four Quarter Bar | 🕒 9:30 PM–1 AM
Dance your heart out to Little Rock’s favorite horn-powered party band.🎤 Groove Saturday
📍 Gigi’s Lounge | 🕒 8 PM
Local R&B vibes in an intimate downtown space. Smooth vocals and soulful energy await.
Sunday, May 18
🥬 Fresh & Local – Bernice Garden Farmers Market
9 AM–2 PM | The Bernice Garden
Coffee, live music, and local goods. Dogs welcome!🛼 Rock Town Roller Derby Meet & Greet
📍 Southern Tail Brewing | 🕒 10 AM–12 PM
Curious about roller derby? Come chat with skaters, learn the ropes, and enjoy a brew.📚 The Makers Market at Pettaway
📍 Pettaway Square | 🕒 12–3 PM
Books, food trucks, local makers, and coffee — a cozy, feel-good neighborhood event.💃 Tango Class & Practica
📍 Club 27 | 🕒 1:30 to 4:30 PM
All-level Argentine tango class followed by open dance — no partner needed.
All Weekend Long
🎬 Rock City Film Festival
📍 Ron Robinson Theater | 🕒 Various Times
Arkansas-made films take the spotlight with shorts, features, and documentaries screening all weekend.🎡 Pulaski County Fair
📍 NLR Riverfront Park | 🕒
Fri: 5–11 PM | Sat–Sun: Noon–11 PM
Carnival rides, games, food, and nightly fun along the Arkansas River.🖼️ Ruth Hanna’s Vintage Art Sale
📍 South Main Creative | 🕒 10 AM–5:30 PM
One-of-a-kind vintage art from the 1940s–90s, priced $5–$50. 25% off Saturday, 50% off Sunday.🎤 Shelly Belly at Loony Bin
📍 Loony Bin Comedy Club | 🕒 7:30 PM (Fri & Sat)
Southern sass + TikTok fame = a wild night of laughs.
Cool People
A Spotlight on Little Rock’s Biggest Swiftie
Local Little Rock Swiftie, Viktoria Capek, has dived into a deep journey of understanding Taylor Swift's lyrics from a literary perspective and has shared it with us in her new book.
📖 Dear Reader: In Dear Reader: An Immersive Literary Journey Through Taylor Swift’s Lyrics, Viktoria dives deep into Swift’s discography, unpacking themes, symbolism, and storytelling across eras.
📆 Coming Soon: Dear Reader will hit the shelves on September 9, 2025.
Follow Viktoria's journey and show our fellow Little Rock friend support by preordering "Dear Reader."
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The Great Outdoors
A Party on Wheels
Little Rock Daily
Get ready to roll! Little Rock’s favorite party on wheels happens every Monday, and all are invited to join the fun!
🚲️✨ Monday Night Ride: Pedal Party takes place every Monday night, offering a relaxed bike ride where cyclists of all ages and abilities, from beginners to seasoned pros, come together. You're guaranteed to have a good time.
🥳 Join the Fun: Hop on a bike, prepare to make a few new friends, and enjoy a casual ride through the city.
Ride info is posted each Saturday on Facebook & Instagram.
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