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Mardi Gras Fun, Live Music & the Little Rock Marathon – Your Weekend Round-Up for February 28-March 2nd.

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Events
Little Rock Daily’s Weekend Round-Up!
Friday, February 28
🎉 SoMardi Gras x Little Rock Marathon VIP Pre-Party
6 – 9 PM | Rock Town Distillery
Kick off the weekend with drinks, a Cajun buffet, performances by Arkansas Circus Arts, and live music by Butterfly from New Orleans. Vote for the SoMardi Gras Royal Court!🎬 BINGOFLIX: Ms. Congeniality 25th Anniversary Screening
7 PM | CALS Ron Robinson Theater
Celebrate 25 years of this classic comedy with a fun-filled screening.🎤 Paul Cauthen — Black On Black Tour 2025
8 PM | The Hall
Join Paul Cauthen for a night of soulful country music on his Black On Black Tour.🎤🎶 Karaoke Night
7 PM | Skinny J’s, North Little Rock
Warm up those vocal cords and sing your heart out!
Saturday, March 1
🏃🏃♂️ 🏃♀️ Little Rock Marathon 5K & 10K Races
7 AM | Downtown Little Rock
Get out and cheer on the runners!🎭 15th SoMardi Gras Parade & Street Festival
11 AM – 5 PM | SoMa District
Experience a lively parade at noon, followed by a festival with live music, vendors, food trucks, and a kid zone. Don’t miss the 12th Annual Beard and Mustache Contest!🦓 Community Day at the Little Rock Zoo
9 AM to 4 PM (Last Entry at 3:30)
On this special day, Little Rock residents are treated to $2 admission per person and $1 parking.
🎨 Pocket Park Pop-Up
11 AM | 711 Main St, Little Rock
Enjoy a vibrant pop-up event with local vendors, music, and community fun!💃 Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
11:30 AM | Laman Library
Join a fun and free line dancing class—no experience needed!🎭 A Year with Frog & Toad
2 PM | Actors Theatre of Arkansas
A delightful, family-friendly musical adventure based on the classic children’s book series.🎸 DeFrance at Four Quarter Bar
9 PM | Four Quarter Bar
Rock out with DeFrance at this classic local venue.🎸 Linkin Park Tribute
9 PM | Revolution Music Room
Experience a high-energy tribute to Linkin Park, featuring their greatest hits.
Sunday, March 2
🏅 Little Rock Marathon & Half Marathon
7 AM | LaHarpe Blvd
Whether you’re running or cheering, don’t miss this annual race event!💆 Post Marathon Massages and Mimosas!
12 PM | 900 E 9th Street, Little Rock
Treat yourself to a post-race massage and a mimosa to celebrate your accomplishment!🧘 The Gentle Unfolding: Dive Deep, Let Go, and Rise with Renewed Compassion
2 PM | Arkansas Yoga Collective
A restorative yoga and meditation event to help you unwind.🎨 Black History Program: A Celebration of Black Culture Through the Arts
4 PM | Delta Presents Outreach
Showcasing the talents and creativity of young artists and performers from schools all around Pulaski County.🎬 Arkansas Cinema Society Oscar Watch Party
5 PM | Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
Join fellow film lovers for an Oscars viewing party!
All Weekend Long
🏅 Little Rock Marathon & Half Marathon
Saturday & Sunday | LaHarpe Blvd
Whether you’re running or cheering, don’t miss this annual race event!🎭 A Year with Frog & Toad
Saturday & Sunday | Actors Theatre of Arkansas
A delightful, family-friendly musical adventure based on the classic children’s book series.🤣 The Main Thing Comedy Trio presents “Arkansanity”
All Weekend | The Joint Comedy Theater
Laugh along with this top comedy act featuring Arkansas-inspired humor.
Sponsored by Southern Bancorp Little Rock
Community Day at the Little Rock Zoo
Southern Bancorp’s Community Day is back with a roar at the Little Rock Zoo on Saturday, March 1, from 9 AM to 4 PM, with the final admission at 3:30 PM.
🤝 Community Day: On this special day, residents of Little Rock are treated to $2 admission per person and $1 parking.
✅ Don’t Forget: To be a part of Community Day, residency must be confirmed, so don’t forget to bring a driver’s license, ID, or utility bill.
Learn more about Community Day HERE.
Arts & Culture
See a Favorite Childhood Story Come to Life
Catch the delightful story of Frog and Toad brought to life on stage by the Actors Theatre of Little Rock!
💫 Whimsical Fun – This Tony-nominated musical brings Arnold Lobel’s beloved characters to the stage with catchy tunes and a heartwarming story.
❤️ Perfect for All – A wonderful show for kids and adults alike, celebrating the beauty of friendship through the changing seasons.
It’ the Final weekend! Don’t miss your chance—grab tickets before the last performance on Saturday at 7 PM!
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