To anyone still confused about what day it is, we feel you. Lucky for us, the first weekend of 2025 is here, and it’s got the perfect activities to ease you into January. Let’s get into it.
Friday, Jan. 3
Social Game Night at Caverns & Forests // If your 2025 goals include meeting new people, this weekly meetup at Argenta’s board game cafe will do the trick. Just grab a seat, introduce yourself and play for keeps. Stop by anytime 7 p.m. – midnight. Learn more here.
Stand-Up Comedy Showdown at The Joint Comedy Theater // If your resolutions are more about live entertainment, head a few blocks south to hear a handful of comedians throw down some fresh material. Showtime is 8 p.m. Learn more here. Bonus: Want more laughs? Come back for bingo improv on Saturday. More on that here.
More Argenta flavor: The Baked-In Charm of Blackberry Market
Saturday, Jan. 4
Overstock Sale at The Book Store // Rejoice, bookworms. This NLR shop is doing some post-holiday cleaning and hosting a winter warehouse sale. Stock up on reads starting at $1 and bring the kiddos. Be there 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Learn more here.
Rocky Valley Trail Hike at Pinnacle Mountain State Park // If the only parts of Pinnacle you’ve explored are the summit trails, you’re missing out. Join this guided hike between the Fulk Mountains to East Quarry and learn about the environment as you go. The group starts at the Rocky Valley Trailhead at 10 a.m. Learn more here.
New Year’s Market at Pettaway Square // The weekly Market at Pettaway is wasting no time bringing the local goodness into 2025. This week comes complete with food trucks, great brews and more than 15 booths to peruse. Check it out noon – 3 p.m. Learn more here.
More plans for the new year: What Team Soirée is Looking Forward to in 2025
Friday & Saturday, Jan. 3 & 4
Classic Movies at Ron Robinson Theater // The popcorn is flowing once again at the CALS theater in the River Market. Up first is “Best in Show” on Friday at 7 p.m., then a double feature on Saturday with “Gone With the Wind” at 1 p.m. and “A Clockwork Orange” at 7 p.m. Learn more here.
Sunday, Jan. 5
GloWILD Closing Night at the Little Rock Zoo // For those who have put off seeing the zoo’s immersive “larger than life light show” this season, this is your last chance. More than 50,000 lights and dozens of handcrafted silk lanterns all go into hibernation after Sunday night. Gates open at 5 p.m. Learn more here.
Staying in? Curl up with the cozy new January issue.