Spooky, scary skeletons, it’s your time to shine. Let’s get into it.
Thursday, Oct. 29
GloWild Opening Night at the Little Rock Zoo // Prepare to be mesmerized. The immersive “larger than life light show” is once again taking over the zoo for the next few months. Thousands of lights will be on display with handcrafted, silk-covered, animal-shaped lanterns around every corner, plus special events throughout the exhibit’s stay. The light display opens at 5 p.m. and runs through Jan. 3. Learn more here.
Recovery on the Range at Topgolf // The caddies can sit this one out. An evening of friendly competition awaits along with the chance to support the Wolfe Street Foundation’s mission to empower people and families impacted by substance use. The tournament starts with a social hour at 5 p.m. Learn more here.
Big Boo!seum Bash in Downtown Little Rock // This area-wide favorite is back with its full-on, family-friendly (and free!) fun. Pack up the kiddos, put on your costumes and check out nine of the city’s participating local museums and cultural attractions with games, activities and trick-or-treating. You have from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to get the goods. Learn more here.
Coleman Creek & Pond Fundraiser at Trio’s // One of the city’s beloved spaces needs a little TLC. The newly-formed War Memorial Park Restoration Committee is asking the community to join its rehabilitation efforts focused on the park’s waterways. The evening promises good eats, a live art auction and ways to get involved. It starts at 5:30 p.m. Learn more here.
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Candlelight Concerts at Ron Robinson Center // This is how you set the mood for the spookiest of seasons. As part of this traveling concert series, back-to-back shows bring very different sounds to the stage. Up first at 6:30 p.m. is “Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons” with tribute pieces to the two bands, followed by “Halloween Classics” at 8:30 p.m. that promises songs from some of the biggest scary movies and creepy classical pieces. Both shows will be performed by the Listeso String Quartet, all while surrounded by (flameless) candles. Learn more here.
Thursday – Sunday, Oct. 29 – Nov. 1
Closing Weekend at Local Theaters // The stages are hopping this weekend as a handful of shows wrap, and we have zero complaints about the lineup. There’s “Misery” at Argenta Contemporary Theatre, “The Toxic Avenger” at The Weekend Theater and Stage 13‘s production of “The Addams Family Musical” at Wildwood Park for the Arts.
Friday, Oct. 30
Grand Opening at atg Pavilion // ICYMI, Argenta Plaza has been undergoing renovations, and that includes the creation of the new atg Pavilion designed to celebrate the state’s legacy in music. To mark the reveal, come enjoy food trucks, live music and family fun from 3-7 p.m. Learn more here.
Friday & Saturday, Oct. 30 & 31
Spooky Season Shows at White Water Tavern // A Halloween without some WWT hauntings? Now that’s scary. Hit the Mutants Halloween Ball with covers of Foreigner and Blondie on Friday, then check out the karaoke and costume contest on Saturday, both at 8 p.m. Learn more here.
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at Riverdale 10 Cinema // We almost can’t handle the antici… For more than 20 years, the Riverdale theater has held screenings of this cult classic, and each year they bring it back for another round of science fiction madness. Of course, audience participation is strongly encouraged. IYKYK. Learn more here. …pation. Bonus: The CALS Ron Robinson Theater is known for its regular Rocky Horror nights, and they’ll be back at it Friday, too.
Friday – Sunday, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1
Simmons Bank Championship at the Pleasant Valley Country Club // We’ve been waiting for this moment since the PGA Tour Champions tournament wrapped up last year. This week-long event concludes this weekend as spectators watch top pros from across the globe battle it out on the WLR greens, with some extracurricular fun on the schedule like a college game day tailgate. Learn more here.
“Beetlejuice” at the Robinson Center // The juice is loose in LR. Based on Tim Burton’s iconic movie, this award-winning Broadway musical is letting the green-haired Netherworld nuisance take the stage with the Deetz family in tow. Learn more here.
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Basement Book Sale at Beautywood Books // The NLR shop has some space to make, and that means it’s our lucky day(s). You’ll find the parking lot full of new-to-you reads, plus, each day includes Halloween fun like costume contests, treats, movies and more. Learn more here.
Saturday, Oct. 31
Halloween in the Little Rock Metro // The 2026 spooky season has been a wild ride, and it’s not over yet. Kid-friendly frights, monstrously delicious menus, full-on hauntings — here’s all the scary-good fun you can get into on All Hallows’ Eve (and all weekend long).
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Creep ‘N’ Crawl at Two Rivers Park // Let’s balance out some of that candy, shall we? Gals and ghouls and freaks of all kinds are invited to this “wonderfully creepy” 5K, 10K, half marathon and “lil’ monsters dash” where walkers are welcome, undead and otherwise. The first gremlins set it off at 7:45 a.m. Learn more here. Bonus: Keep your sneakers laced for the Walk for Epilepsy at War Memorial Park. More on that here.
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Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 31 & Nov. 1
Dia de los Muertos in the Little Rock Metro // Bring on the marigolds. Day of the Dead celebrations are out in full force, so join the festivities and day of remembrance with these local events:
- Saturday – Dia de Muertos festival at Plaza Frida
- Saturday – beloved pet ofrenda at the Little Rock Zoo
- Sunday – Dia de los Muertos brunch at Southern Tail Brewing
Sunday, Nov. 1
Hillcrest Pumpkin Roll at Hill & Midland // Now that we’re officially in November, your jack-o’-lantern’s probably a little ripe. And since the best way to dispose of it is to chuck it down a steep city slope, that’s exactly what’s going to happen on Sunday at Hill Road and Midland Street, just like it has for the past 20+ years. There’s a small fee to launch your gourd, and proceeds benefit local hunger relief efforts. Plus, there are prizes for the “winners.” The pumpkins fly at 2 p.m. Learn more here.
Crazy for a Cause at 7300 Pinnacle Valley Road // Back by popular demand, Argenta Contemporary Theatre’s production of “Always…Patsy Cline” will return for a special performance complete with dinner and cocktails, and all to benefit the theater. The night starts at 6 p.m. Learn more here. Bonus: ACT is feeling the love with fundraisers this weekend, including An Afternoon of Mahjong & Mystery on Thursday. More on that here.