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Or not! Your Guide to the Weekend Events in Little Rock & North Little Rock during the first weekend of April. Discover exciting events and a guide to rainy day fun.

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Events
Little Rock Daily’s Weekend Round-Up!
Friday, April 4
💃 1st Friday Full Mix Dance
7:30 PM | Let's Dance Studio
A night of dancing with a full mix of tunes. Everyone welcome—no partner needed!🎸 Jet420 at Stickyz
Doors 7:30 PM, Show 8:30 PM | Stickyz
Jet420 returns for a high-energy set in the Stickyz Main Room. Final LR show for a while!🎲 Social Game Night
5PM until close | Caverns & Forests Board Game CafeGreat way to meet new people and play classic games.
Saturday, April 5
🌿 OFCG Annual Plant Sale
10 AM–2 PM | 2600 S Monroe St
Pick up veggie starts, herbs, pollinator plants, and expert tips while supporting Oak Forest Community Garden.📚 Weekend Storytime
10 AM | Laman Library
A sweet story hour for the kiddos—stay tuned for location and time.🎶 The Emo Night Tour
8 PM | The Hall
Dance and scream to all your favorite emo anthems—Fall Out Boy, MCR, Paramore, and more.🎤 Martin Lawrence with Deon Cole
8 PM | Simmons Bank Arena
A powerhouse comedy night featuring Martin Lawrence and guest Deon Cole.🌽 Hillcrest Farmers Market
8–11 AM | Pulaski Heights Baptist Church
Locally grown produce, baked goods, and artisan treats—right in the heart of Hillcrest.🎤 Helen Hong at The Loony Bin
7 PM & 9:30 PM | The Loony Bin Comedy Club
Stand-up from NPR’s Helen Hong—sharp, hilarious, and full of heart.
Sunday, April 6
🎭 Fairies & Flowers with the ASO
3 PM | Robinson Center
The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra brings Mendelssohn’s Midsummer Night’s Dream and more to life with dance, voice, and nature-inspired music.🐾 Barkus on Main 2025
12–5 PM | Main Street Creative Corridor
The cutest parade in town is back! Expect beads, crawfish, and tail-wagging fun.🍺 Boots & Barley: Tyler Childers Pre-Show Kickoff
3–9 PM | Brood & Barley, Argenta
Good eats and drinks before the big show—open especially for Tyler fans.🎶 Tyler Childers: On the Road Tour
8 PM | Simmons Bank Arena
The folk-country icon takes the stage with special guest Cory Branan.
All Weekend Long
🎞️ Ron Robinson Screenings – Full Film Schedule
The Royal Tenenbaums – Fri, 7 PM
The Sandlot – Sat, 12 PM
National Theatre Live: Nye – Sat, 3 PM
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan – Sat, 7 PM
🖼️ Rivera’s Paris Exhibition
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
Explore Rivera’s early cubist work and his time among the Parisian elite.👜 ESSE Purse Museum
Discover the evolution of American women through the lens of fashion and function.🌻 Local Markets
Shop local all weekend long at Hillcrest Farmers Market (Sat) and The Bernice Garden Farmers Market (Sun).
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Guides
Oh the weather outside is frightful…
But the vibes are so delightful. Seriously - Don’t let the weather dampen your plans!
🍻 Sip & Play: From sipping craft beer at local breweries and playing indoor pickleball to diving into a board game café or catching a movie at a cozy theater, there are plenty of indoor activities to enjoy.
📚️ Get Cozy: Prefer something quieter? Curl up with a book at a local bookstore. Check out our ultimate Rainy Day Guide for fun and relaxing things to do in Little Rock when it rains!
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