Upcoming Events
For other events in Downtown Little Rock, check out the calendar at littlerock.com.
July 2008
July 23, 2008
Movies in the Park
Wizard of Oz
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 25, 2008
Willie Nelson in Concert
With B.B. King
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 7pm, Show: 8pm
Tickets: $35 - $100
Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster. Order online or call (501) 975-7575. The Riverfest Amphitheatre Box Office will open at 4:30pm on the day of show. Lawnchairs and outside food & drink are not allowed at this show.
July 26, 2008
Pop in the Park
History Pavilion, 7pm-10pm (Gates: 6pm)
Admission: FREE
Localistmagazine.com & the River Market invite you to "Pop in the Park." Bring your blankets, coolers, and lawn chairs and settle in to enjoy a concert under the stars with some of the best music Arkansas has to offer. Live music from ROCKST*R, DRE & JONTAI, THE REDS, and THE MOVING FRONT! Sponsored by Boulevard Bread Co., Fresh Goods Clothing, and Willy D's Dueling Piano Bar. Click here for a flyer.
August 2008
August 2, 2008
Westside Kickboxing Presents: SUBzero Fighting V
Revenge at the River
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Doors open at 6pm/Action starts at 7pm
Tickets: $20 GA, $50 Ringside
The main event features Mike "The Juggernaut" Wessel the assistant strength coach for the Arkansas Razorbacks! And all seats have great views at the Riverfest Amphitheatre! For heart stopping action be sure to grab RINGSIDE SEATS for only $50 WHILE THEY LAST! ONLY 250 ringside seats available. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE! Tickets can be purchased online at www.subzerofighting.com.
August 5, 2008
Paramore
w/Jack's Mannequin, Phantom Planet and Paper Route
Riverfest Amphitheatre, Gates: 6pm, Show: 7pm
Tickets: $25-$30 (Ticketmaster)
Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster. Order online or call (501) 975-7575. The Riverfest Amphitheatre Box Office will open at 4pm on August 5th. Lawnchairs and outside food & drink are not allowed at this show.
August 8, 2008
Battle of the Bands Benefit
River Market Pavilions, 8pm-midnight
Free Admission (any/all donations accepted)
Come out and vote for your favorite band by placing a $1 vote in their box.
There will be a silent auction at 6pm before the show starts. So come bid on great stuff before rocking out to Little Rock's finest.
T-shirts will be available for a $20 donation. Get yours before the show by contacting Jaime at jaimebriggs@sbcglobal.net.
All proceeds will be donated to Janice Lourenco's Medical Fund to help raise money for her much needed bone marrow transplant. Help support Janice's fight with Leukemia.
August 12, 2008
Little Rock Green Drinks
Boulevard Bread Company, 5:30pm-7pm
Every second Tuesday in Boulevard Bread Co. Social group uniting the eco conscious. For more information, email Pam Choate.
August 15, 2008
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 e-mail cdolan@littlerock.com.
August 21, 2008
Music in the Park: Kenny Loggins
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 6pm (Gates: 5:30pm)
Tickets: GA -$10, Reserved: $29 and up...(iTickets)
Tickets can be purchased online at iTickets.com, by phone 1-800-965-9324 or at Apex Communications stores. Riverfest Amphitheatre Box Office will open at 3:30pm on the day of show.
August 22, 2008
Music in the Park: 10 Years
w/Ashes Divide
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 6:30pm - 10pm (Gates: 5:30pm)
Take one or more canned food items to any Apex Ticket outlet for a FREE ticket to the show.
August 23, 2008
Pop in the Park
History Pavilion, 7pm-10pm (Gates: 6pm)
Admission: FREE
Localistmagazine.com & the River Market invite you to "Pop in the Park." Bring your blankets, coolers, and lawn chairs and settle in to enjoy a concert under the stars with some of the best music Arkansas has to offer. Live music from 4x4 CREW, SUGA CITY, BROWNINGHAM, and KYOTO BOOM! Sponsored by Boulevard Bread Co., Fresh Goods Clothing, and Willy D's Dueling Piano Bar. Click here for a flyer.
August 26, 2008
Live on Stage:
Bob Dylan
and His Band
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 8pm
Tickets: $39.50 - $59.50
Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster. Order online or call (501) 975-7575. The Riverfest Amphitheatre Box Office will open at 5pm on August 26th.
August 28, 2008
Music in the Park: Black Stone Cherry
plus 3 more bands...
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 6:30pm - 10pm (Gates: 5:30pm)
Take one or more canned food items to any Apex Ticket outlet for a FREE ticket to the show.
September 2008
September 7, 2008
Music in the Park: BlackTop Boogie
featuring Chuck Wicks, Luke Bryan, Ashton Shepherd, and Julianne Hough
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 6:30pm - 10pm (Gates: 5:30pm)
Take one or more canned food items to any Apex Ticket outlet for a FREE ticket to the show.
September 10, 2008
United Way Campaign Kick-Off
River Market Pavilions, 11am-1:30pm
Admission: FREE
September 12, 2008
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 e-mail cdolan@littlerock.com.
September 20, 2008
Pop in the Park
History Pavilion, 7pm-10pm (Gates: 6pm)
Admission: FREE
Localistmagazine.com & the River Market invite you to "Pop in the Park." Bring your blankets, coolers, and lawn chairs and settle in to enjoy a concert under the stars with some of the best music Arkansas has to offer. Live music from GRAND SERENADE, CHASE PAGAN, EPIPHANY, and 607! Sponsored by Boulevard Bread Co., Fresh Goods Clothing, and Willy D's Dueling Piano Bar. Click here for a flyer.
September 28, 2008
Trombones and Rib Bones
Riverfest Amphitheatre, 12pm-3pm
Barbecue sandwiches will be served at noon. Children's activities 1 pm - 2 pm. Arkansas Symphony Orchestra will perform 2pm - 3pm.
Advance sales of tickets are $10.00 (Adults), $5.00 (Children under 12), Under 5 Free. Tickets at the gate are $12.00 (Adults), $7.00 (Children under 12), Under 5 free.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Sheila Castin at (501) 223-8425 or (501) 519-5075. The time is Noon to 3 p.m.
October 2008
October 10, 2008
Race for the Cure Pasta Party
River Market Pavilions, 6pm-9pm
Tickets: $20
Tickets will be sold through your Race for the Cure Team or Individual Registration form. They will also be sold at the Race Space (Location TBD).
October 24-25, 2008
Big Cruisefest in the Rock
River Market District & Riverfront Park
Classic cars, street rods, trucks, motorcycles and so much more!
Super heros parade, George Barris, Norm Grabowski, The Texas Bandit, Dale Earnhardt Sr.'s Goodwrench Monte Carlo, Richard Petty's STP Pontiac Grand Prix, Davey Allison's 1993 Busch Series Chevrolet Texaco Havoline Lumina, neon, hydraulics & flame thrower contests and Lightning McQueen from the movie "Cars."
For more information, contact Carol Dolan, (501) 370-3201 or (501) 517-1966 or visit www.bigcruisefest.com.
November 2008
November 21, 2008
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 e-mail cdolan@littlerock.com.
December 2008
