In just a few short days, the Junior League of Little Rock’s Holiday House will return to the Statehouse Convention Center in downtown Little Rock for three days of full-on holiday spirit.
To help you prepare for the season’s largest shopping event, here’s everything you need to know to do Holiday House 2024 like a pro.
1. Shop for a Good Cause
Holiday House promises a delightful mix of shopping and special events to celebrate the holiday season while supporting vital community projects. Holiday House is the highlight of the holiday shopping season in central Arkansas. Thousands of shoppers visit Holiday House every year to kick off the shopping season with merchants from Arkansas and around the country.
For more than 30 years, shoppers from all over the state have helped the Junior League of Little Rock raise more than $5 million dollars to fund community projects including Stuff the Bus, Kota Camp, Little Readers Rock, Nightingales and the Nonprofit Center. The event generates more than 50% of all funding for the League’s community projects. Past familiar projects JLLR has helped establish through continued community impact include, but are not limited to, the Arkansas Arts Center (now the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts), Museum of Discovery, Gaines House, Seven on Your Side and many other services within our city.
2. Tickets
Tickets for all events can be purchased in advance online by clicking here or at the door. General shopping one-day passes are $15 and are valid during operating hours of 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Children aged 5 and younger are admitted free. Each ticket is a one-day pass.
3. Preview Party: ‘Twas the Night Before
Thursday, Nov. 7, 6-9 p.m.
Kick off the festivities with an exclusive preview party presented by Lumber1 Home Center’s Design1. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, complimentary drinks and live jazz while being the first to shop from a curated selection of holiday merchants. Plus, don’t miss the silent auction featuring fantastic items from local Arkansas businesses. Tickets are $60, and all proceeds support community projects funded by JLLR.
4. Brunch: A Very Merry Morning
Friday, Nov. 8, 9-11 a.m.
Join JLLR for a festive brunch filled with delicious food and a cash bar. Enjoy a leisurely morning of shopping while indulging in delightful brunch favorites — perfect for starting your holiday shopping early. Tickets are $35.
5: Ladies Night: Holly Jolly Disco
Friday, Nov. 8, 6-9 p.m.
Gather your friends for a night of fun at the Holly Jolly Disco presented by Saracen Casino Resort. Guests will enjoy a delightful selection of Mexican cuisine and two complimentary drinks. This year features a special panel discussion at 6:30 p.m. with Paul Guess from Guess & Company and Chris Norwood from Norwood Day Floral Co. sharing insights on the latest holiday decor trends. Dance the night away to music from DJ Doug Kramer while shopping for unique gifts. Tickets are $45.
6. Kids Workshop: Holiday House Hoopla
Saturday, Nov. 9, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Bring the kids for a morning of festive fun presented by Arkansas Children’s. Each hour will feature exciting activities that highlight JLLR’s community projects including:
- 9:30 a.m. – Christmas story time with Little Readers Rock. Enjoy breakfast treats and meet your favorite snow queen.
- 10:30 a.m. – Holiday workshop with Kota Camp and Nightingales where kids can write letters to Santa and enjoy face painting
- 11:30 a.m. – Christmas coloring with Stuff the Bus and accompanied by delicious cookies
Parents, please note that this kids workshop requires a general admission ticket for adults. Up to four add-on tickets ($10 each) can be purchased for children.
7. Merchants
No matter when you shop, you can peruse new and returning merchants from across the country. With a variety of gifts including gourmet foods, candy, clothing, jewelry, art, home decor, toys and much more, there is something for everyone on your shopping list. Get ahead of shopping and cross everyone off your list – naughty or nice!
8. Silent Auction
Along with in-person shopping, you can also bid on a variety of auction items. There are items highlighting central Arkansas businesses that range from cocktail classes and sunset kayaking tours to spa treatments, art and gift cards.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the JLLR website.
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