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Little Rock Daily’s Weekend Round-Up | May 8-10
501 Fest
All Weekend Long
🏡 Quapaw Quarter Association’s 61st Tour of Homes 💎
Argenta Historic District | Saturday & Sunday
Step inside some of Argenta’s most beautiful homes.
🍻 Argenta Dogtown Throwdown
Argenta Arts District | Friday & Saturday
Food, drinks, live music, and local shops bringing the energy all weekend long in Argenta.
🎭 Three Broadway Divas (Arkansas Symphony Orchestra)
Robinson Center | Evening
Broadway hits from Wicked, Chicago, Phantom & more—a fun, feel-good night out (and a great option to celebrate Mom early).
Friday, May 8
🎨 2nd Friday Art Night
Downtown Little Rock | 5–8 PM
A walkable evening of galleries, music, and local creativity.
🌿 Fridays on the Lawn 💎
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts | 5–8 PM
Lawn games, drinks, music, and laid-back vibes to kick off the weekend.
Saturday, May 9
🎉 501 Fest ‘26 💎
River Market District | Saturday 11 AM–6 PM (+ weekend activations)
A full-on celebration of the 501 with live music, food trucks, art, and local makers taking over downtown.
🎨 Creative Saturdays at AMFA 💎
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts | Morning–Afternoon
A free, drop-in art experience for all ages—perfect for families or a relaxed creative outing.
🎶 Sam Barber — The American Route Tour
First Security Amphitheater | 7 PM
Outdoor riverfront concert vibes with rising country artist Sam Barber.
Sunday, May 10
🥂 Mother’s Day Brunch at STB 💎
Southern Tail Brewing | 10:45 AM–3 PM
Brunch buffet, floral pop-up, and live music—such a fun, full experience for Mom.
🫖 Tea, Blooms & Bingo — A Mother’s Day Experience
Alda’s Magnolia Hill | 2–5 PM
Tea, flowers, and bingo in a dreamy setting.
🎶 Earth, Wind & Fire at Simmons Bank Arena
Simmons Bank Arena | 7 PM
A legendary group closing out the weekend.
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Celebrating the 501!
501 Fest
This weekend is a chance to proudly embrace our community, culture, and everything that makes the 501 feel like home.
City Pride: Each year, the 501 Festival brings together local businesses, artists, and neighbors for a full day of music, food, and connection, all centered around celebrating Central Arkansas.
Local Love: From pop-ups and performances to family-friendly fun, it’s a chance to celebrate where we live, support local businesses, and soak up the energy of the 501.
Get your tickets here! Go have fun, represent your city, and celebrate what makes Little Rock feel like home.
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