From bingo brunch to space voyages, it’s all on the lineup. Let’s get into it.
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Thursday, July 7
First Thursday Shop & Sip in Hillcrest // It’s the first Thursday of the month, and you know what that means — time to get your Hillcrest shop ‘n’ sip on. Soak up the Kavanaugh vibes while you take advantage of the specials, later hours and extra fun, like a Bang-Up Betty pop-up at Dandelion Home and Garden. The fun runs 5-8 p.m. Learn more here.
“2001: A Space Odyssey” at Ron Robinson Theater // Now, this is something wonderful. CALS is kicking off its Extra-Terrestrial Thursdays series with this iconic 1968 flick. Join Dave, HAL and the crew for a 7 p.m. showtime. Learn more here. Bonus: If you’re more into time warps than space-time, come back Saturday for an interactive screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” props provided. IYKYK.. More on that here.
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Friday, July 8
Second Friday Art Night in downtown Little Rock // Bring on the 2FAN. It’s time for the monthly roundup of downtown businesses opening their doors for an after-hours gallery walk. Highlights this month include featured exhibits at The Galleries & Bookstore at Library Square and a GrayMoon Soap pop-up at Bella Vita, but we’re most excited about the 1st Ever Hop-Off at the Historic Arkansas Museum where folks “who like a little history with their hops” can raise a glass and help crown a winning brew. 2FAN runs 5-8 p.m. Learn more here.
“The First Step” at Ron Robinson Theater // Hosted by the Arkansas Cinema Society, Dream Corps Justice and the Rahman Family Fund, this documentary screening highlights Van Jones’s criminal justice reform efforts and will be followed by a panel discussion. It starts at 6 p.m. Learn more here.
Saturday, July 9
13th Anniversary Celebration at The Green Corner Store // Where’d we put our party hats? This SoMa icon is marking 13 whole years of goodness with live music, specials and local bites, including Lili’s Mexican Street Food parked outside. Be there 1-4 p.m. Learn more here.
“Encanto” Movie Night at Plaza Frida // Oh, we’re gonna talk about Bruno. The 65th Street venue is hosting an outdoor screening of the Disney movie along with food trucks, snacks and drinks for purchase. In lieu of admission, just bring a sealed/canned food donation for the Arkansas Foodbank. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Learn more here.
The Masked Singer at Simmons Bank Arena // Things are getting wild on the north side of the river. The absolute spectacle of a hit TV show is taking its show on the road with celebrity guest Natasha Bedingfield and will also feature performances by a local celebrity whose identity the audience will try to guess before they’re unmasked at the end of the night. Showtime is 8 p.m. Learn more here.
Thursday-Saturday, July 7-9
FOCAL Used Book Sale at the CALS Main Library // Still looking for a beach read? The library basement is full of thousands of gently read books, and for the pocket change price tag, they are practically calling your name. FOCAL members can get early entry on Thursday night. For the rest of us, sale hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. Pro tip: Bring a backpack. Learn more here.
Friday & Saturday, July 8 & 9
Argenta Dogtown Throwdown // The Main Street fun is back, baby. The NLR neighborhood shuts down the streets every second weekend for outdoor dining, vendors, live music and local entertainment. Highlights include concerts by Lagniappe and Woody & Sunshine, as well as the Argenta Farmers Market. From Friday happy hour to last call on Saturday night, you’ll find all kinds of fun in Argenta. Learn more here.
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Sunday, July 10
Paws for a Cause at Bark Bar // We love a good marriage of cuteness and a good cause. This fundraiser benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and includes the option for pet portraits with Lucy Baehr Photography. It lasts 2-4 p.m. Learn more here.
Speaking of cute: See who won the 2022 Soirée Cutest Dog Contest!
Bingo Brunch at Rusty Tractor Vineyards // Feeling lucky? Playing bingo while brunching in a vineyard sounds like a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon, if you ask us. Add in live music from Sarah Cecil and eats from Tacos Godoy and we’re sold. It starts at noon. Learn more here.
Actors Theatre Launch Party at The Rail Yard // There are some new stars in town. The Actors Theatre is the newest addition to Little Rock’s stage offerings, and here’s your chance to learn all about it. You’ll be the first to hear the inaugural season announcement, meet the staff and board and get in on games and music. It all starts at 6 p.m. Learn more here.