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Little Rock Daily’s Weekend Round-Up!

Events

Your Halloween Weekend Roundup!

Friday, October 31

• 🍷 Ease After Dark: A Halloween Sip Session at The Baker
  The Baker | 5:30–7 PM
  A cozy wine-tasting experience hosted by Ease Supper Club — the perfect warm-up for your Halloween night.

• 🎃 Trick or Treat: Argenta Fall Carnival
  Argenta Branch Library | 4–6 PM
  Family-friendly games, candy, and costumes at the Argenta Library.

• 🕸️ Trick or Treat at West Central
  West Central Community Center | 6:30–8 PM
  Candy, coloring, and a haunted house hosted by Little Rock Parks & Recreation.

• 🎶 Fridays on the Lawn with Big Dam Horns
  Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts | 5–8 PM
  High-energy funk and brass outdoors on the AMFA lawn.

• 🎹 Monsterboy LIVES – The Backrooms @ Pettaway Square
  Pettaway Square | 7–9 PM
  A haunting live performance and immersive Halloween soundscape.

• 🎤 Hudson Westbrook and Tyce Delk
  First Security Amphitheater | 8 PM
  Country favorites perform under the stars in the River Market.

• 🍻 Live Music with Midnight South & Halloween Celebrations!
  Southern Tail Brewing | 8 PM
  Local tunes, cold brews, and festive Halloween fun.

• 🎸 Marcus King Band: The Darling Blue Tour (Pt. 1)
  The Hall | 8 PM
  Blues-rock powerhouse Marcus King hits the stage downtown.

• 🎭 Monster Mash @ SO
  SO Restaurant-Bar | 9 PM–Late
  Dance all night with DJs, costume contests, and specialty drinks.

• 🧙‍♀️ Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Caverns & Forests
  Caverns & Forests Board Game Café | 6–9 PM
  Games, prizes, and a costume contest for the top three.

• 🎃 Halloween Party in The Alley
  Sterling Market | 7 PM–12 AM
  An outdoor Halloween bash with craft cocktails and costumes.

• 💃 It’s a Halloween Party! at Let’s Dance Studio
  Let’s Dance Studio | 7:30–10 PM
  A costume-friendly social dance night for all levels.

• 🎤 Dugan’s Pub Halloween Party
  Dugan’s Pub | 9 PM
  Rock the night away with the Karla Case Band and Halloween vibes.

• 🎤 Tragikly White-O-Ween at Stickyz
  Stickyz Rock’n’Roll Chicken Shack | 9 PM
  A Little Rock Halloween classic with high-energy party tunes.

• 🎤 Monster Bash Karaoke & Costume Contest
  Skinny J’s (North Little Rock) | 7 PM
  Karaoke hosted by Dr. Evil, costume prizes, and candy for the kids.

• 🍽️ Mad Hatter Halloween Dinner
  Petit & Keet | 6:30–9 PM
  Step through the looking glass for an enchanting multi-course dinner filled with culinary magic, whimsical surprises, and a dash of madness.

  🍻 Town Pump’s Nightmare on Rebsamen
  The Town Pump | Evening
  Karaoke, festive drinks, and the best people-watching in town. It’s always a good time at this neighborhood haunt.

Saturday, November 1

• 🏃‍♀️ Maumelle Foodie 5K/10K Fun Run
  Lake Willastein Park | Morning
  Run, walk, or stroll through scenic Maumelle, then refuel at the Food Truck Festival for a well-earned bite!

• 🚴‍♀️ Cranksgiving Little Rock
  321 Scott St. | 11 AM
  Part bike ride, part food drive, part scavenger hunt — and all fun! Collect nonperishables for donation as you ride through the city.

• 📚 Weekend Storytime
  Laman Library | 10–11 AM
  A cozy morning read-aloud for kids and families — stories, fun, and imagination-filled adventures.

• 🎨 Flurffy’s Tales for Sale
  Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts | 11–11:30 AM
  Whimsical storytelling for little ones with laughter, color, and creativity.

• 🥂 Spooktacular Brunch at Sterling Market
  Sterling Market | 10 AM–3 PM
  Sip, savor, and celebrate with themed cocktails, delicious bites, and a festive downtown vibe.

• 💀 Día de los Muertos events:

  • 🐾 Beloved Pet Ofrenda | Little Rock Zoo | 9 AM–4 PM
    Honor your furry friends at this heartfelt ofrenda display, inviting guests to bring photos and tokens in remembrance of beloved pets.

  • 📚 Day of the Dead Pajama Storytime & Crafts | Sammy’s Bookshelf | 10 AM
    Cozy up in your PJs for themed storytime, colorful crafts, and family fun celebrating love, memory, and culture.

  • 🎨 Día de Muertos Festival | CALS Children’s Library | 11 AM–2 PM
    A lively celebration with crafts, music, and performances — plus a beautiful community altar and face painting for kids.

  • 💡 Día de Muertos Celebration | Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub | 1–4 PM
    Enjoy hands-on art activities and community creativity while learning the meaning behind this beautiful cultural tradition.

  • 🌺 Día de Muertos at Plaza Frida | 5–9 PM
    End the night with live music, dance, food, and vibrant altars in this open-air celebration at Plaza Frida — a true cultural experience.

• 📚 $1 Book Sale
  The Book Store (North Little Rock) | 10 AM–3 PM
  Browse hundreds of gently used books and score new reads for just a dollar.

• 🧵 Pocket Park Pop-Up: $20 & Under Market
  711 Main St. | 12–5 PM
  Vintage, handmade, and one-of-a-kind — discover local artists and thrifted treasures, all under $20.

• 🍸 Warfield x Brood & Barley Happy Hour Pop-Up
  Brood & Barley | 1 PM
  Craft cocktails and exclusive pours at this special one-day-only pop-up collab.

• 🍻 Game Day at Southern Tail Brewing
  Southern Tail Brewing | 11 AM–9 PM
  Catch the game on the jumbotron with local brews, good eats, and tailgate vibes all day.

• 🎨 Exhibition on Screen: Dawn of Impressionism (1874)
  CALS Ron Robinson Theater | 4 PM
  A deep dive into the origins of the Impressionist movement through stunning visuals and storytelling.

• 🎬 Hocus Pocus Movie Night
  Rose Creek Park | 6 PM
  Outdoor movie magic with Hocus Pocus under the stars — bring a blanket and snacks!

• 🎶 Chris Combs
  Four Quarter Bar | 9:30 PM
  Atmospheric, soulful tunes from Chris Combs to wrap up your Saturday night.

• 😂 Ali Siddiq: In The Shadows
  Robinson Center | 7 PM
  The Houston-based comedian brings his sharp wit and hilarious storytelling to the stage.

• 🛍️ The Night Market at Pettaway
  Pettaway Square | 6–9 PM
  Shop local makers, sip Moody Brews, and grab a burger from Smashed N’ Stacked.

Sunday, November 2

• 🛍️ Lost and Found Halloween Market
  SoMa | 12–5 PM
  Rescheduled but worth the wait! Explore 60+ local vendors offering vintage finds, handmade art, and spooky treasures at this open-air market hosted by Dog Eat Dog Co. and Lost Forty.

• 🎃 Hillcrest Pumpkin Roll
  Hillcrest Neighborhood | 2 PM
  A Hillcrest tradition! Watch pumpkins race down the street in this fun, friendly competition that raises funds for hunger relief. Hosted by the Tomfoolery Foundation.

• 🎶 Sunday Sounds: Ashtyn Barbaree
  Moody Brews | 5–7 PM | $5 Suggested Donation
  Close out the weekend with award-winning Americana artist Ashtyn Barbaree. Grab a pint, relax, and enjoy live music vibes in the square at Moody Brews.

Giving Back

A Ride for a Cause

A food drive on two wheels returns to Little Rock tomorrow!

• 🤝 Giving Back - Imagine this: a scavenger hunt, bike ride, and food drive all in one! That’s Cranksgiving for you! Cyclists will ride through the city, collecting food items for local pantries, proving that doing good can be a whole lot of fun.

• 🚲️ Community in Motion - The ride will begin at 11 AM from the back parking lot of 321 Scott Street. Participants are encouraged to bring a bike, a bag, and about $10–$20 to purchase food donations along the route.

Have a lot of fun while giving back to the community - sign up here. 

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Local Music Spotlight

Central Arkansas has Gone Country 🎵 

If you’re a fan of Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, and Johnny Cash, you’ll love the Central Arkansas country band, Midnight South.

• 🎤🎶 Southern Sound: Mixing 90s classic country nostalgia with a modern edge, Midnight South delivers heartfelt lyrics and rich harmonies in every song. Stream their latest tracks on Spotify.

• 🎸 On the Road: From local stages to major festivals, the band maintains a busy schedule. Check their upcoming tour dates HERE.

Follow Midnight South on Facebook and Instagram, and see some of their recorded performances here.

Little Rock Daily Picks

In other news…

• ⏰ An Extra Hour: Pulaski County has reminded us to set our clocks back this weekend. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday at 2 a.m.

• 🍔 Burger Dreams: From the team behind Allsopp & Chapple, Hazel’s Public House is set to open in early 2026 and will be serving crafted burgers and house-made pies

• 🥫 Community Food Drive: Concrete Roots is collecting nonperishable items and donations to support local families in need. Drop off food at 501 E. 21st St., Suite 5, through November. 23, or Venmo @concreterootsLR with “FOOD DRIVE” in the note..

• 🍂 Love Fall Colors? Check the Fall Foliage Forecast in Arkansas! Based on past seasons, Arkansas Tourism predicts when and where you’ll see the best fall foliage. Start planning those leaf-peeping adventures now!

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