Pumpkin to Talk About

Discover the top activities in Little Rock and North Little Rock this weekend, September 26–28. From live music and festivals to family outings, here’s your complete weekend guide.

Events

Little Rock Daily’s Weekend Round-Up!

All Weekend Long

  • 🎬 Movies at Ron Robinson Theater
    Ron Robinson Theater | Times vary
    Catch classics and cult favorites on the big screen:

    • Friday: BingoFlix: Con Air (7 PM)

    • Saturday: Hercules (12:30 PM), Men in Black (3 PM), The Fifth Element (7 PM)

Friday, September 26

  • 🍸 Rock Town Seasonal Cocktail Menu Premiere
    Rock Town Cocktail Bar & Barrel House | 5–9 PM | Free
    Celebrate Rock Town’s new seasonal cocktails with tastings, photo ops, contests, and more.

  • 🎷 Jazz Night at Moody Brews
    Moody Brews | 6–9 PM
    An evening of live jazz in the square with Kelley Hurt and Christopher Parker, presented by the No Tears Project.

  • 🎤 Yard Bar Karaoke
    Camp Taco | 6–9 PM | Free
    Warm up your vocals and sing your heart out at Camp Taco’s Yard Bar.

  • 🎶 Promenade Music Series
    The Promenade at Chenal | 6–8 PM | Free
    Enjoy live outdoor music, dinner, and shopping under the evening sky.

  • ✨ BLS Great Gatsby Roaring 20s Dance Party
    Let’s Dance Studio | 7–10 PM | $10–15
    A dance lesson kicks off the night, followed by a roaring 20s–themed party. No partner needed!

  • 🎻 An Evening of Chamber Music
    Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Music Center | 7:30 PM
    Mozart and Prokofiev performed by Meredith Hicks (violin), David Gerstein (cello), and Naoki Hakutani (piano).

  • 🎶 Wilderado w/ Illiterate Light
    The Rev Room | 8 PM
    Indie rock favorites Wilderado join Illiterate Light for a high-energy night.

  • 🎤 K Camp – Kiss 6 Tour
    The Hall | 8 PM
    Atlanta rapper K Camp headlines with Domani and Fresco Trey.

  • 🎸 Jam Halen at Stickyz
    Stickyz Rock ’N’ Roll Chicken Shack | 8:30 PM
    Van Halen tribute Jam Halen lights up the stage.

  • 😂 The Red Eye Comedy Show
    Birdies Cabaret Theater | 10 PM | $10 ($5 after burlesque show)
    Late-night laughs hosted by Caroline Holt with Tina Townes, Alexi, and Adam Maldonado.

Saturday, September 27

Sunday, September 29

  • 🎨 Making Together: Collage and Paint
    Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts | 1 PM | $48 (covers 1 adult + 1 child, ages 8+)
    A family-friendly workshop inspired by Lori Larusso: Paradox of Plenty. Build meaningful collages through painting, drawing, and mixed media.

  • 🍺 Oktoberfest at Rusty Tractor Vineyards
    Rusty Tractor Vineyards | 12–5 PM | Free
    Beer & wine flights, Fassler Hall food, a stein hoisting contest, and more.

  • 📚 Six Bridges Book Festival
    CALS | Sept. 28–Oct. 5
    Kicking off a week of author talks, workshops, and family events.

  • 🎵 Sad Daddy at White Water Tavern
    White Water Tavern | 5 PM
    Local Americana favorites close out the weekend with soulful tunes.

Local Events

Six Bridges Book Festival is Here!

CALS - Six Bridges Book Festival 2024

One of Central Arkansas’s biggest literary events is making a return! The Six Bridges Book Festival kicks off this Sunday, September 28, and runs until Sunday, October 5, bringing together readers, writers, and storytellers for a week of exciting activities.

  • 📚️ Author Talks - Explore the incredible lineup of nationally acclaimed and local authors as they share insights, stories, and inspirations.

  • 🎉 A Literary Celebration - The schedule is packed with workshops, panels, and family-friendly events, promising to be a true celebration for readers everywhere!

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the power of words right here in Little Rock. See the full schedule and get details here: Six Bridges Book Festival.

Guides

Tis’ the Season! 🎃 

Photo Courtesy of Motley’s Tree Farm & Pumpkin Patch

Nothing says fall like a trip to the pumpkin patch. From hayrides and petting zoos to corn mazes and festival fun, Central Arkansas is filled with places to celebrate the season.

  • 🍂 Making Memories – From Little Rock to Mayflower to Benton, pumpkin patches are opening their gates for classic fall fun. Expect hayrides, slides, photo opportunities, and plenty of pumpkins to take home.

  • 🚗 Day trip, anyone? Head to Clinton or Quitman for patches with train rides, farm animals, and hands-on learning experiences. It's worth the drive!

Don't miss your chance to make fall memories! Check out the complete 2025 Pumpkin Patch Guide here to see opening dates and hours of operation.

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