Upcoming Events
For other events in Downtown Little Rock, check out the calendar at littlerock.com.
July 2009
July 1, 2009
Movies in the Park
When Harry Met Sally
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 6:30 pm, movie starts at sundown
Admission: FREE
Moviegoers are encouraged to bring families, picnics and pets to the park to enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars. All information on Movies in the Park including schedule, park rules and signup for email updates is available at the website www.moviesintheparklr.net. Movies in the Park are FREE and open to the public.
July 4, 2009
Pops on the River
Riverfront Park, Gates: 5:30pm
Admission: FREE
Pops on the River, presented by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, is Arkansas’ largest Fourth of July celebration and will take place at Little Rock’s Riverfront Amphitheatre. The evening includes music from the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and will end with a fantastic fireworks show. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the music starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.arkansasonline.com/pops or call (501) 378-3807.
July 8, 2009
Movies in the Park
The Bourne Supremacy
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 6:30 pm, movie starts at sundown
Admission: FREE
Moviegoers are encouraged to bring families, picnics and pets to the park to enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars. All information on Movies in the Park including schedule, park rules and signup for email updates is available at the website www.moviesintheparklr.net. Movies in the Park are FREE and open to the public.
July 10, 2009
Cruisin' in the Rock
River Market Pavilions, 6pm-9pm
Admission: FREE
See the coolest cars in Arkansas at "Cruisin' in the Rock." These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators will enjoy great classic rock n' roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles! "Cruisin' in the Rock" rolls into the River Market pavilions and Riverfront Park, located in the heart of the downtown area and on the banks of the Arkansas River.
"Cruisin' in the Rock" is open to the public and admission is free. If you have a classic car, truck or motorcycle that you'd like to show off, or for more information on the monthly "Cruisin' in the Rock," contact Carol Dolan at (501) 370-3201 or email cdolan@littlerock.com. For more information visit www.CruisinLittleRock.com.
July 15, 2009
Movies in the Park
Curious George
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 6:30 pm, movie starts at sundown
Admission: FREE
Moviegoers are encouraged to bring families, picnics and pets to the park to enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars. All information on Movies in the Park including schedule, park rules and signup for email updates is available at the website www.moviesintheparklr.net. Movies in the Park are FREE and open to the public.
July 17, 2009
Sonic Drive-In's "Music in the Park" Presents Switchfoot
with guests Superchik, KingsDown, Tyler Bass
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 5:30pm, Show: 6:30pm
Tickets: $10 Lawn, $15 Reserved Seats, $20 General Admission Pit
Tickets are available online at itickets.com or by phone at 1-800-965-9324. Groups of 15 or more will get 2 FREE tickets per order.
July 18, 2009
Maze featuring Frankie Beverly
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 7:30pm/Gates open at 5:30pm
Tickets: $42 General Admission, $52 Reserved, $85 VIP
*
Tickets on sale now at Ugly Mike's, Record Rack in Pine Bluff, and Uncle T's Grocery. Tickets are also available online at www.ticketalternative.com.
Cameras, lawnchairs and blankets are welcome. No outside food or drink permitted. Children 5 and under free. No ATM available inside the show gates. Box office open 4:30pm day of show, gates open at 5:30pm and show starts at 7:30pm with opening guest Tawana Campbell.
For more information call 501-747-1577 or email frankieinlr@swbell.net.
*VIP tickets include a seat at a table of four in the orchestra pit area.
July 21, 2009
The Belgian Drafts Get a New Set of Shoes
River Market Pavilions, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Little Rock Horse and Carriage Company and Belgian Meadows Farm Presents Cecil Buffalo and Tim Hoover, Journeyman Farriers, will show you how they maintain the hooves of the American Belgian Draft Horses, Some of the largest horses in Arkansas... You can see the equipment required and the expertise from a modern day Blacksmith to actually hand make shoes for these "Gentle Giants" from a straight piece of steel. Cecil and Tim always enjoy talking about their profession and answering any and all questions. This will be entertaining and educating. You can learn how knowledgeable and the importance a Farrier is to the overall health of a horse. Please join us under the River Market Pavilions following the Farmers Market on the following Tuesdays from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. May 26, June 23, July 21, August 18, and September 16.
Be sure to visit Little Rock Horse & Carriage Company on the streets of Downtown Little Rock. For more information, visit www.LittleRockCarriageCompany.com or www.BelgianMeadows.com
July 22, 2009
Movies in the Park
Juno
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 6:30 pm, movie starts at sundown
Admission: FREE
Moviegoers are encouraged to bring families, picnics and pets to the park to enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars. All information on Movies in the Park including schedule, park rules and signup for email updates is available at the website www.moviesintheparklr.net. Movies in the Park are FREE and open to the public.
July 29, 2009
Movies in the Park: The People's Choice
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 6:30 pm, movie starts at sundown
Admission: FREE
Vote online for the movie you'd like to see show at the final Movies in the Park of the year! Moviegoers are encouraged to bring families, picnics and pets to the park to enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars. All information on Movies in the Park including schedule, park rules and signup for email updates is available at the website www.moviesintheparklr.net. Movies in the Park are FREE and open to the public.
August 2009
August 7, 2009
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound: "Dream On" Live Tour
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 7:30pm, Gates: 6:45pm
Tickets:
$15-$25
Lawn seating (advance): $15.00, Lawn seating (day of show): $20.00, Artist Circle (permanent seats near stage): $25.00. Tickets available online now at iTickets.com or call (800) 965-9324.
August 8, 2009
Arkansas LibertyFest
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 10am-11pm
For more information call (501) 463-4172 or (501) 428-0162
August 14, 2009
Cruisin' in the Rock
River Market Pavilions, 6pm-9pm
Admission: FREE
See the coolest cars in Arkansas at "Cruisin' in the Rock." These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators will enjoy great classic rock n' roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles! "Cruisin' in the Rock" rolls into the River Market pavilions and Riverfront Park, located in the heart of the downtown area and on the banks of the Arkansas River.
"Cruisin' in the Rock" is open to the public and admission is free. If you have a classic car, truck or motorcycle that you'd like to show off, or for more information on the monthly "Cruisin' in the Rock," contact Carol Dolan at (501) 370-3201 or email cdolan@littlerock.com. For more information visit www.CruisinLittleRock.com.
August 18, 2009
The Belgian Drafts Get a New Set of Shoes
River Market Pavilions, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Little Rock Horse and Carriage Company and Belgian Meadows Farm Presents Cecil Buffalo and Tim Hoover, Journeyman Farriers, will show you how they maintain the hooves of the American Belgian Draft Horses, Some of the largest horses in Arkansas... You can see the equipment required and the expertise from a modern day Blacksmith to actually hand make shoes for these "Gentle Giants" from a straight piece of steel. Cecil and Tim always enjoy talking about their profession and answering any and all questions. This will be entertaining and educating. You can learn how knowledgeable and the importance a Farrier is to the overall health of a horse. Please join us under the River Market Pavilions following the Farmers Market on the following Tuesdays from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. May 26, June 23, July 21, August 18, and September 16.
Be sure to visit Little Rock Horse & Carriage Company on the streets of Downtown Little Rock. For more information, visit www.LittleRockCarriageCompany.com or www.BelgianMeadows.com
August 22, 2009
Bikers for Boobs AR -
2nd Annual Poker Run 2009
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 10am-7pm
Live music, food, beer tent, vendors, door prizes! Prizes for Best & Worst Hand. Registration fees are $15.00/rider (includes a t-shirt. Size guaranteed if pre-registered.). $5.00/passenger (t-shirt $10.00 extra. Size guaranteed if pre-registered.) You must pre-register to guarantee a t-shirt. Otherwise, t-shirts will be available for additional donation while supplies last.
Vendors welcome! Send an email to bikersforboobsar@yahoo.com if interested. For more information, visit www.bikersforboobsar.com.
September 2009
September 11, 2009
Cruisin' in the Rock
River Market Pavilions, 6pm-9pm
Admission: FREE
See the coolest cars in Arkansas at "Cruisin' in the Rock." These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators will enjoy great classic rock n' roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles! "Cruisin' in the Rock" rolls into the River Market pavilions and Riverfront Park, located in the heart of the downtown area and on the banks of the Arkansas River.
"Cruisin' in the Rock" is open to the public and admission is free. If you have a classic car, truck or motorcycle that you'd like to show off, or for more information on the monthly "Cruisin' in the Rock," contact Carol Dolan at (501) 370-3201 or email cdolan@littlerock.com. For more information visit www.CruisinLittleRock.com.
September 12, 2009
Arkansas Xtreme Challenge IV
Riverfest Amphitheatre, TBA
Tickets: $28
For more information, visit www.axcmma.com.
September 16, 2009
The Belgian Drafts Get a New Set of Shoes
River Market Pavilions, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Little Rock Horse and Carriage Company and Belgian Meadows Farm Presents Cecil Buffalo and Tim Hoover, Journeyman Farriers, will show you how they maintain the hooves of the American Belgian Draft Horses, Some of the largest horses in Arkansas... You can see the equipment required and the expertise from a modern day Blacksmith to actually hand make shoes for these "Gentle Giants" from a straight piece of steel. Cecil and Tim always enjoy talking about their profession and answering any and all questions. This will be entertaining and educating. You can learn how knowledgeable and the importance a Farrier is to the overall health of a horse. Please join us under the River Market Pavilions following the Farmers Market on the following Tuesdays from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. May 26, June 23, July 21, August 18, and September 16.
Be sure to visit Little Rock Horse & Carriage Company on the streets of Downtown Little Rock. For more information, visit www.LittleRockCarriageCompany.com or www.BelgianMeadows.com
September 17, 2009
S'mores in the City
East Pavilion, 6pm - 9pm
For more information, contact the Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas at 501-758-1020, ext. 6224 or visit www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org.
September 19, 2009
March of Dimes Bikers for Babies
Clinton Presidential Center, 1200 President Clinton Ave.
The March of Dimes has partnered with motorcyclists nationwide providing an opportunity for motorcycle clubs, dealerships, vendors, and individual riders to join together for babies in communities from coast-to-coast. Last year, the Clinton Presidential Center was proud to be the final stop on the Bikers for Babies ride from Toad Suck to Little Rock, and the Center is pleased to be the venue for the 2009 ride on September 19.
For more information, visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org or call (501) 374-4242.
September 25, 2009
WorldFest
Clinton Presidential Center, 1200 President Clinton Ave.
The City of Little Rock presents WorldFest 2009 in the Clinton Presidential Center Park. Activities and entertainment to be announced. For information on the Clinton Presidential Center, visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org or call (501) 374-4242.
September 26, 2009
Walk from Obesity
History Pavilion, 9am
The Walk from Obesity was established to give hope to those needing it most. Walkers raise money by asking friends, family and co-workers to sponsor them. In addition to walker income, funds are raised through sponsorship, matching gifts, corporate contributions and other fundraising activities.
For information contact Suzan Wellborn at suzan@arkansasobesitysurgery.com
September 28, 2009
Recovery Jam
East Pavilion, 4pm-8pm
For information contact the Black Community Developers at(501) 663-7221.
October 23 - 25, 2009
Little Rock's Big Cruisefest
River Market Pavilions and Riverfront Park
Classic cars, street rods, trucks, motorcycles and so much more! For more information, contact Carol Dolan, 501-370-3201 or visit www.cruisinlittlerock.com. More information to come...
November 2009
November 7, 2009
Out of the Darkness
Riverfront Park, 10am
Walk for Suicide Prevention. For more information, call (501) 227-6428.
November 2009
November 8, 2009
10th Annual Walk for Community
River Market Pavilions, 3pm
Presented by Just Communities of Central Arkansas. For more information, call (501) 372-5120.
November 13, 2009
Cruisin' in the Rock
River Market Pavilions, 6pm-9pm
Admission: FREE
See the coolest cars in Arkansas at "Cruisin' in the Rock." These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators will enjoy great classic rock n' roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles! "Cruisin' in the Rock" rolls into the River Market pavilions and Riverfront Park, located in the heart of the downtown area and on the banks of the Arkansas River.
"Cruisin' in the Rock" is open to the public and admission is free. If you have a classic car, truck or motorcycle that you'd like to show off, or for more information on the monthly "Cruisin' in the Rock," contact Carol Dolan at (501) 370-3201 or email cdolan@littlerock.com. For more information visit www.CruisinLittleRock.com.
December 2009
December 5, 2009
Jingle Bell Run
River Market Pavilions, RM District
