There are always great things to do in the Natural State, and AY About You has compiled some of the biggest events in Arkansas this weekend — from trunk or treating and haunted houses to car shows and circus performances! Don’t miss Heather Baker on 103.7 The Buzz’s Morning Mayhem Fridays for the latest event scoop.
Thursday, Oct. 29
Growing Urban Farmers Market at Flyway Brewing – Thursday, Oct. 29 (every Thursday)
Where: Flyway Brewing parking lot, 314 Maple St. (North Little Rock)
When: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Shop seasonal produce and locally grown and prepared foods directly from farmers during this weekly food market in Argenta. Meet local growers while picking up ingredients for the week ahead.
Storytime at the Library – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Independence County Library, 267 E. Main St. (Batesville)
When: 4–5 p.m.
Young readers can enjoy an interactive story followed by songs, crafts, or games. The library’s weekly Thursday storytime is geared toward children from newborns through age 10.
Bridge St. LIVE! October Series: Halloween with Manhattan Orchestra – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge Street (Hot Springs)
When: Entertainment District opens at 5 p.m.; live music begins at 7 p.m.
Wear your Halloween costume for a free, family-friendly block party featuring Manhattan Orchestra, vendors, food, games, and bounce houses. Compete in the best Halloween costume contest and enjoy the final evening of the October series. Lawn chairs, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome; coolers are not permitted.
Nacho Average Bingo Night at The Yard – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: The Yard, 1918 Aggie Road (Jonesboro)
When: 6:30–9 p.m.
Add bingo to your Thursday-night plans at The Yard. The weekly gathering pairs games with nachos and a casual evening out.
Pediatrics Plus Fall Fest – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Feaster Park (Arkadelphia)
When: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Bring the family for a sensory-friendly fall celebration featuring trunk-or-treating, face painting, pumpkins, and seasonal activities. Pediatrics Plus hosts this community gathering at Feaster Park.
Big Boo!seum Bash – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Participating museums and cultural attractions (Little Rock and North Little Rock)
When: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Put on a costume for an evening of free trick-or-treating, games, and hands-on activities at participating museums and cultural attractions. Pick up a game card and collect stamps for a chance to enter a drawing for a Nintendo Switch 2.
Arkansas Women’s Basketball vs. Cameron – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Bud Walton Arena, University of Arkansas campus (Fayetteville)
When: Begins at 6:30 p.m.
Cheer on the Razorbacks during an exhibition game against Cameron. Gather your fellow fans for an evening of basketball at Bud Walton Arena. Tickets are available through the Razorback Ticket Center.
Boo Bash – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Apache Drive Children’s Clinic, 3203 Methodist Drive (Jonesboro)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bring the kids in costume for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating at Apache Drive Children’s Clinic. Collect candy and celebrate Halloween with the clinic’s community.
Trunk or Treat at Baptist Health Medical Center–Conway – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Baptist Health Medical Center–Conway, 1555 Exchange Ave. (Conway)
When: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy a free community trunk-or-treat evening at the Conway hospital campus. Bring the family for candy and Halloween fun ahead of the weekend.
ATU Ghost Tour – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Mullens Plaza, Arkansas Tech University (Russellville)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Explore the haunted side of the Arkansas Tech campus during an after-dark guided tour.
Baptist Health Fort Smith Trunk or Treat – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Baptist Health Fort Smith, 1001 Towson Ave. (Fort Smith)
When: Begins at 5:30 p.m.; continues while supplies last
Hospital staff and community partners host an evening featuring decorated vehicles, candy and games. Free hot dogs, chips and drinks are available while supplies last.
Thursday, Oct. 29 – Friday, Oct. 30
Fayetteville After Dark: Haunted History & Paranormal Walking Tour – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Fayetteville Downtown Square; meeting point at 1 W. Center St. (Fayetteville)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Explore downtown Fayetteville after dark on a walking tour combining local history, ghost stories, and paranormal tales. Admission is $25. Reserve your place and confirm the meeting instructions before attending.
Rogers Ghost Walks – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Rogers Historical Museum, 313 S. Second St. (Rogers)
When: Tours depart every 15 minutes from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Explore the museum grounds and historic downtown Rogers as costumed interpreters recount true stories of murder, mischief, and mayhem from the Ozarks’ past. Presented by Arkansas Public Theatre, each guided tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and covers about a quarter mile. Tickets are $15 per person, with tours limited to 16 participants. Recommended for ages 16 and older.
Halloween With the Rosses – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Melonlight Theater, 2 Pine St. (Eureka Springs)
When: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. both nights
Join the live studio audience for a Halloween-themed comedy following Michael and Sheila Ross as they host a party at their Brooklyn brownstone. Costumes, unexpected visitors, and a special dance number bring seasonal fun to this sitcom-style theater experience. Audience costumes are encouraged, and tickets are required. Recommended for ages 8 and older.
House of Villains – Thursday, Oct. 29–Friday, Oct. 30
Where: The Forum Theater, 115 E. Monroe Ave. (Jonesboro)
When: Shows at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.; character meet-and-greets begin at 6:30 p.m.
Favorite villains take over the stage in a family-friendly production featuring singing, dancing, and special effects. Meet the characters before and after the performances as part of this Foundation of Arts partnership with Holidays for the Cure. Tickets are required.
Spirit Walk – Thursday, Oct. 29–Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Hindman Hall, Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 E. Douglas St. (Prairie Grove)
When: 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. each night
Explore Ozark folklore and the stories surrounding Prairie Grove Battlefield during an after-dark walk. Use your senses to discover how natural experiences helped inspire local legends. Admission is $5.
Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Royal Haunted House – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (select dates through Oct. 31)
Where: Royal Theatre, 111 S. Market St. (Benton)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday; 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Step inside Benton’s historic Royal Theatre for a haunted-house experience featuring elaborate sets, eerie effects, and live scares. General admission is $10 before fees, with skip-the-line tickets available. The full-scare attraction is recommended for ages 12 and older.
Family Farm Fall Harvest & Pumpkin Patch – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (continues through Nov. 6)
Where: Family Farm, 18448 Highway 67 (Malvern)
When: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday
Celebrate fall with pumpkin picking and outdoor family activities at Family Farm. Admission is $9 per person, with children ages 2 and younger admitted free. Pumpkins cost extra, and concessions are available on Saturdays.
The Haunted Hotel of Arkansas – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Haunted Hotel of Arkansas, 10800 Arch St. (Little Rock)
When: 7 p.m. to midnight Thursday; 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday
Enter a walk-through haunted attraction filled with live actors, dark rooms, and jump scares. Explore eerie settings and encounter terrifying creatures during the final nights of the Halloween season. Tickets are available online, and Halloween admission requires a date-specific ticket.
Fear Factory 501 – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Fear Factory 501, 25120 AR-107 (Jacksonville)
When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday; 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Enter a haunted attraction featuring live scare actors, twisting horror mazes, and eerie special effects. Between scares, visit the outdoor midway for food and photo opportunities with the cast. The attraction is recommended for ages 12 and older, and tickets are available online and at the gate.
Tinkering Studio: Engineering – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Mid-America Science Museum, 500 Mid-America Blvd. (Hot Springs)
When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day
Experiment with marble runs and circuit blocks in the engineering-themed tinkering studio. The activity is included with museum admission.
Clara Barton Pop-Up Exhibit – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, 503 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day
Catch the final days of this exhibition exploring Clara Barton’s wartime service and the experiences that inspired her to establish the American Red Cross. Ten illustrated banners combine photographs, artifacts, and storytelling to share her legacy. Admission is free, with donations welcome.
Constellation Art Exhibit – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Gotahold Brewing, 409 W. Van Buren (Eureka Springs)
When: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Catch the final days of this exhibition featuring work by Laura Ramirez, Amber Leibee, Adrienne Gremillion and Tommy Lannom Robinson. Part of the Sanctuary: Finding Refuge, Building Community series, Constellation explores how individual stories connect through community, resilience, and belonging.
Where the Wind Lives – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Garvan Woodland Gardens, 550 Arkridge Road (Hot Springs)
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day; last admission at 5:30 p.m.
Catch the final days of Patrick Shearn’s large-scale outdoor art installation. Suspended above the gardens, the artwork ripples and shimmers with the wind, creating shifting patterns of movement, light and color. The exhibition is included with garden admission.
Asylum X Haunted House & No-Scare Night – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (runs select dates through Nov. 7)
Where: Shady Slaughters Productions, 223 N. 10th St. (Fort Smith)
When: 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Thursday; 6 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday
Thursday’s special No-Scare Night offers a self-guided, lights-on walkthrough with actors, jump scares, fog, animatronics, and loud music turned off. Explore the sets and props in a calm setting suited to younger visitors and guests with sensory sensitivities. Friday and Saturday bring the regular haunted experience with live actors, immersive sets, and frightening surprises.
The Asylum Haunted House – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Asylum Haunted House, 210 N. Main St. (Cave Springs)
When: Ticket window opens at 7 p.m. each night
Enter an asylum-themed haunted house where the inmates have taken over, and frightening characters lurk in dark hallways. Brave the scares during the final nights of the Halloween season, including a special Thursday opening. General admission is $30, fast passes are $40, and VIP passes are $50.
The River Haunt Hotel – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The River Haunt Hotel, 171 W. Main St. (Batesville)
When: Begins at 6:30 p.m. each evening
Thursday offers a low-fright, lights-on tour, followed by the regular haunted experience on Friday and Saturday. Explore multiple levels of haunted rooms inside this hotel-themed attraction in downtown Batesville. Admission is $15, with proceeds supporting the Batesville Downtown Foundation.
Nightmares Haunted House – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Nightmares Haunted House, 3705 NW Frontage Road (Bentonville)
When: Bus rides begin at dusk; ticket booth closes at 11 p.m.
Board the Phantom 13 bus for an eerie ride before entering a haunted attraction filled with detailed sets, creepy characters, and unexpected scares. This volunteer-run Northwest Arkansas tradition wraps up its season with a special Thursday opening and Halloween weekend frights. Tickets are available online and on-site.
Pumpkin Hollow & Horror in the Hollow – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Pumpkin Hollow, 671 County Road 336 (Piggott)
When: Daytime attractions from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; haunting begins around 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Enjoy daytime pumpkin-patch activities, hayrides, farm animals and a corn maze before Friday and Saturday. Then, bring nighttime scares at Forest of Fright, Amity Asylum, and Bubba’s Butcher Barn. Zombie paintball, a zipline and a non-haunted flashlight maze offer additional adventures. Daytime admission is $15. Three-haunt tickets are $30 Friday and $35 Saturday. Last daytime tickets are sold at 5 p.m.; nighttime ticket sales run from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Reaper’s Night Off / THE BARN – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: THE BARN, 572 Harpling Road (Donaldson)
When: Doors open at 7 p.m.; last entry at 10 p.m. each night
Navigate a haunted barn maze filled with dark corridors, fog, strobe lights and unexpected scares. The layout changes each season, and visitors enter in groups of five or fewer. Halloween weekend includes a special Thursday opening. Admission is $10 per person, payable by cash or Cash App at the door.
The Addams Family Musical – Thursday, Oct. 29–Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Wildwood Park for the Arts, 20919 Denny Road (Little Rock)
When: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m.
Join the delightfully peculiar Addams family as Wednesday brings her boyfriend and his parents home for dinner. Secrets and family tensions unfold in this musical comedy about love and accepting differences. Tickets are $35-$45.
Guided Cavern Tours – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Visitor Center, Blanchard Springs Caverns, 704 Blanchard Springs Road (Fifty-Six)
When: Tour times vary; advance reservations are available online
Explore sparkling formations, towering columns, and flowstone along the Dripstone Trail with a professional guide. The cavern stays around 58 degrees. Tickets are required; arrive approximately 30 minutes before your reserved tour.
Mo Alexander at the Loony Bin – Thursday, Oct. 29–Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Loony Bin Comedy Club, 10301 N. Rodney Parham Road (Little Rock)
When: Thursday at 8 p.m.; Friday at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; Saturday at 7 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of stand-up comedy with Mo Alexander. The club’s published schedule lists performances throughout Halloween weekend. Guests must be 18 or older, and tickets are required.
Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1
The Toxic Avenger at The Weekend Theater – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: The Weekend Theater, 1001 W. Seventh St. (Little Rock)
When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday
Catch the final weekend of this outrageous musical comedy based on the cult film. An unlikely hero takes on a corrupt New Jersey mayor in a story filled with colorful characters, an unconventional romance, and plenty of laughs. Tickets are $25 for adults and $23 for students, seniors, and military members.
Misery at Argenta Contemporary Theatre – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Argenta Contemporary Theatre, 405 Main St. (North Little Rock)
When: 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Catch the final weekend of Stephen King’s psychological thriller as injured novelist Paul Sheldon finds himself trapped with his dangerously devoted fan, Annie Wilkes. This stage adaptation brings suspense and chilling twists to Argenta. Standard seating is $40, premium seating is $60, and $25 rush tickets are available at the box office one hour before each performance, subject to availability.
Arkansas250 Exhibit: Before Us, Beyond Us – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through Dec. 11)
Where: Old State House Museum, 300 W. Markham St. (Little Rock)
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore the story of Arkansas through 250 years of history in this immersive exhibit at the Old State House Museum. Featuring artifacts from each era of the state’s past, the exhibit highlights the people, places, and moments that shaped Arkansas.
Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along the Underground Railroad – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through Jan. 7, 2027)
Where: MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, 503 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore photographs and narratives tracing the Underground Railroad and the journeys of enslaved people seeking freedom. The exhibition follows actual sites from southern Louisiana to the Canadian border.
Artland – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through March 1, 2027)
Where: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Step into a colorful imagined landscape created by artists Do Ho Suh and his daughters. This participatory installation invites visitors into an evolving world built from modeling clay, bringing a playful, hands-on dimension to a museum visit.
Motley’s Pumpkin Patch – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Motley’s Pumpkin Patch, 13724 Sandy Ann Drive (Little Rock)
When: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; last admission one hour before closing
Celebrate the final weekend of Motley’s fall season with hayrides, pig races, a cow train, farm animals, and a pumpkin patch. Kids can explore the corn maze, mega slide, jumping pads, and three-level pirate ship, with Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic Show offered on weekends. Pumpkins are priced separately, and the gift shop offers fall decorations, homemade fudge, and seasonal treats.
Aftermaths: Mat Collishaw – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through Nov. 15)
Where: Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore Mat Collishaw’s contemporary artwork in this temporary exhibition. The presentation offers a focused encounter with the artist’s imagery during a weekend visit to the museum.
Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through April 25, 2027)
Where: Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Discover works from the John and Robyn Horn Collection in an exhibition centered on contemporary craft. Materials and artistic processes take center stage in a presentation that also inspires some of the museum’s hands-on programs.
Anne Lindberg: passage – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through July 4, 2027)
Where: Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Spend time with Anne Lindberg’s installation during a gallery visit. The long-running presentation offers an additional contemporary-art stop alongside the museum’s changing exhibitions.
Nathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through March 28, 2027)
Where: Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Visit Nathalie Miebach’s long-running installation, where sculptural art connects with the artist’s interest in weather and data. It can be seen alongside the museum’s other exhibitions throughout the weekend.
Many Ways of Seeing: The Alfred Stieglitz Collection – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through Feb. 20, 2028)
Where: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Explore artworks connected with Alfred Stieglitz’s collection and his influential New York galleries. The presentation offers a free look at an important network of modern art and artists.
Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch, 864 Lollie Road (Mayflower)
When: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; unscheduled weekday visitors should arrive after 1 p.m.
Enjoy the final weekend of the season with hayrides, train rides, farm animals, hay tunnels, and outdoor play areas. Take a hayride and pick a pumpkin from the field for $10 per person, or purchase a hayride alone for $3. Train rides are $4, and pony rides are offered on weekends. Last hayride tickets are sold one hour before closing.
Lucy Sparrow: The Beginning of Convenience – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through July 11, 2027)
Where: the Momentary, 507 SE E St. (Bentonville)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Sunday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Step into Lucy Sparrow’s recreation of a familiar retail world, filled with handmade felt versions of everyday products. The installation transforms convenience-store and supermarket goods into colorful sculptural artwork; admission is free.
Chuck Ramirez: Ordinary Wonders – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through Jan. 10, 2027)
Where: The Momentary, 507 SE E St. (Bentonville)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Sunday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Discover photographs that turn ordinary objects into reflections on memory, consumption and community. This exhibition presents the work of artist Chuck Ramirez; admission is free.
Home and Away – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (ongoing exhibition)
Where: Crystal Bridges satellite gallery near the B gates at Northwest Arkansas National Airport (Highfill)
When: During airport operating hours
Explore artworks from Crystal Bridges’ collection that consider everyday life, familiar places, and journeys abroad. The gallery is beyond security and is free to view for ticketed travelers.
Hot Springs Haunted History Tours – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: 430 Central Ave. (Hot Springs)
When: 8 p.m. nightly; tickets available 30 minutes before the tour
Explore downtown Hot Springs after dark on a guided walking tour featuring local history and ghost stories. The tour offers a spooky look at the city’s past.
Drop-in Tour: Big Picture – Art, Architecture and Nature – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Garrison Lobby, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. daily
Join a museum guide for an overview of art, architecture, and the natural setting. This free tour requires no tickets.
Drop-in Tour: Collection Highlights – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Garrison Lobby, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. daily
Explore selected works from the permanent collection with a gallery guide. This free tour offers a closer look at the art and requires no ticket.
“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through Nov. 14)
Where: Murry’s Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Colonel Glenn Road (Little Rock)
When: Thursday–Saturday dinner at 6 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinee dinner at 11 a.m., show at 12:45 p.m.; Sunday evening dinner at 5:30 p.m., show at 6:45 p.m.
Enjoy a buffet dinner and this Tony-winning musical comedy about a distant heir who devises a murderous shortcut to a family fortune. Romance, disguises and dark humor complicate his ambitious plan. Reservations are required.
Of Wanderlust & Thresholds: Stillness in Motion – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (continues through Jan. 17, 2027)
Where: Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, 1601 Rogers Ave. (Fort Smith)
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore Aaron Bleidt’s minimalist digital drawings and pigment ink prints, inspired by nature, modernist design, and everyday life. His works invite visitors to notice the connections between movement and stillness. Admission is free.
Nightmare on Block Street – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Pinpoint, 23 N. Block Ave. (Fayetteville)
When: Opens at 4 p.m. each day; closing times vary
Step inside Pinpoint’s Halloween transformation for creepy cocktails, spooky pinball machines, and elaborate themed rooms. Explore immersive decorations and photo opportunities during the pop-up bar’s final weekend. Guests must be 21 or older.
Nature Adorned: The Artistry of Tiffany & Co. and the American Imagination – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (through March 29, 2027)
Where: Bigelow Bridge, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Discover jewelry and gemstones from the Tiffany Archives alongside paintings, glass, minerals, and other objects from Crystal Bridges’ collection. The exhibition explores nature as an inspiration and material for American art and design. Admission is free, with no tickets required.
“Painting the Arkansas Parks” – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (continues through Jan. 24, 2027)
Where: Historic Arkansas Museum, 200 E. Third St. (Little Rock)
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore paintings inspired by Arkansas parks, pairing outdoor studies with larger works developed in the studio. The exhibition celebrates the landscapes and natural settings found across the state.
The Age of Anxiety: German Expressionism in Art and Film – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (continues through Jan. 10, 2027)
Where: Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Free tour on Saturday, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.; meet in the 1937 Lobby.
AMFA’s exhibition examines German Expressionism and the unsettled years following World War I. Art and film come together in a presentation exploring the movement’s distinctive imagery.
Rivercrest Orchard Fall Festival – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Rivercrest Orchard, 2991 Dead Horse Mountain Road (Fayetteville)
When: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday
Celebrate the final weekend of Rivercrest Orchard’s fall festival with a corn maze, pumpkin patches, hayrides, zip lines, train rides, and a six-acre barnyard play area. Bounce pillows, a low ropes course, and other outdoor attractions offer activities for the whole family. Saturday features shortened hours for Halloween, and tickets are available online.
Black Lagoon Halloween Pop-Up – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: ButterScotch Bakery and Bar, 104 E. Central Ave. (Bentonville)
When: 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday; 4 p.m. to midnight Friday; noon to midnight Saturday; 4 p.m. to 10:50 p.m. Sunday
Step into an immersive Halloween pop-up as ButterScotch transforms into a spooky apothecary filled with coffins, gravestones, and eerie decorations. Enjoy exclusive Halloween cocktails and themed pastries during the final weekend of Black Lagoon.
Creepy Works Haunted Attraction – Thursday, Oct. 29–Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Creepy Works, 150 Highway 286 E. (Conway)
When: Thursday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to midnight; Sunday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Experience Halloween scares at Creepy Works during its final weekend of the season. The haunted attraction invites visitors to face their fears in an unsettling setting filled with surprises.
Fun Time Shows Fall Fiesta Carnival – Thursday, Oct. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Parsons Stadium, 1423 E. Emma Ave. (Springdale)
When: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday; 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Enjoy carnival rides, midway games, funnel cakes, cotton candy and family attractions during the Fall Fiesta Carnival’s final weekend. Unlimited-ride armbands are $30 in advance or $35 on-site, with weekend armband sessions from noon to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Individual ride tickets are also available.
Keith Haring in 3D & Exhibition Tour – Thursday, Oct. 29–Sunday, Nov. 1 (exhibition continues through Jan. 25, 2027)
Where: Johnny Mike Walker Gallery, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: Exhibition open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Guided tour Saturday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Explore Keith Haring’s three-dimensional artwork, including sculptures, masks, clothing, and a painted automobile. Saturday’s guided tour offers a closer look at the artist’s work and is included with an exhibition ticket.
Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work & Exhibition Tours – Thursday, Oct. 29–Sunday, Nov. 1 (exhibition continues through March 29, 2027)
Where: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: Exhibition open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Guided tours Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Discover the rural scenes and everyday stories painted by Anna Mary Robertson Moses, better known as Grandma Moses. Weekend guided tours explore her paintings, embroideries, and life story. Tours are included with an exhibition ticket; meet your guide in the first gallery.
Frank Lloyd Wright House – Guided & Self-Guided Tours – Thursday, Oct. 29–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Bachman-Wilson House, Crystal Bridges campus, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: Guided tours at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; self-guided entry times vary by reservation.
Explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian architecture during a guided tour or a self-guided visit with an optional audio tour. Reserved tickets are required for both options. Self-guided admission is free; guided tours are $12 plus tax, with free admission for eligible visitors. Guided-tour guests meet in the museum’s south lobby 10 minutes before departure.
GloWild Opening Weekend – Thursday, Oct. 29–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Little Rock Zoo, 1 Zoo Drive (Little Rock)
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening; last admission at 8:30 p.m.
Explore illuminated lanterns and colorful light displays as GloWild opens its new season. Children are encouraged to wear costumes, and special characters will greet guests throughout the evening. GloWild requires a separate ticket from daytime zoo admission.
Extreme Light Shows – Thursday, Oct. 29–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: 8005 Bridgewood Lane (Fort Smith)
When: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Sunday; 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Enjoy a drive-by Halloween display featuring synchronized lights and music. Watch from your vehicle and tune your radio to 103.1 FM.
Friday, Oct. 30
Drop-in Architecture Tour: Heartland Whole Health Institute – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Heartland Whole Health Institute, Crystal Bridges campus (Bentonville)
When: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Learn about the building designed by Marlon Blackwell Architects and its connections with the Arkansas landscape. The free tour requires no tickets; meet the guide at the institute.
Night Owl Prowl – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Daisy State Park, 103 East Park (Kirby)
When: 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Bring a flashlight for an evening walk devoted to owls and their nighttime habits. Learn about these birds and listen for responses to recorded calls. The program is free.
Fall Festival at the Center for Creative Arts – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Arkansas Center for the Creative Arts, 1101 Riverfront Drive (Fort Smith)
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Enjoy a free evening of fall activities hosted by the Community School of the Arts and the Institute for the Creative Arts. Browse local vendors and take part in games during this family-friendly riverfront gathering. All ages are welcome.
Art for Two: Spooky Bolo Ties – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bring a friend and create Halloween-themed bolo ties during this introductory workshop. Learn to use a torch and solder hardware before adding color, decorative details, and a cord. Materials are included, and no experience is required. Registration covers two adults ages 18 and older and costs $150, or $120 for members.
Arkansas Volleyball vs. Oklahoma – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Barnhill Arena, University of Arkansas campus (Fayetteville)
When: Begins at 6 p.m.
Wear Razorback red and cheer on Arkansas as the volleyball team faces Oklahoma at Barnhill Arena. Tickets are available through the Razorback Ticket Center.
The AlchemyXXII Masquerade Witches Ball – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: The Hall, 721 W. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; event from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Dress in formal masquerade attire for an immersive Halloween evening featuring aerial performances, themed installations, dancing, and photo opportunities. Ballgowns, fantasy formalwear, and masquerade masks set the scene for this Samhain celebration. Tickets are required, and guests must be 21 or older.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Double Feature – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: The Auditorium, 36 S. Main St. (Eureka Springs)
When: Pass the Ammo at 8 p.m.; Rocky Horror festivities at 9:30 p.m. The Rocky Horror Picture Show at 10:30 p.m.
Celebrate Tim Curry with a double feature inside the Auditorium, where portions of Pass the Ammo were filmed. Watch that film first, then join Rocky Horror festivities before the late-night screening. Tickets are required.
Midnight Mammal Painting – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Ogden Hall, Camp Ouachita Historic Site, Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Highway 324 (Perryville)
When: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn about Lake Sylvia’s nocturnal animals by examining pelts and prints, then use stencils and sponges to create an animal portrait. This art-and-nature program is free.
Hondaween at Honda of Jonesboro – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Honda of Jonesboro, 3003 E. Parker Road (Jonesboro)
When: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween with trunk-or-treating, a bounce house, free food, and family activities. Wear a costume and bring the kids for an early-evening outing.
Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Jonesboogie Records – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Jonesboogie Records, 2320 E. Matthews Ave. (Jonesboro)
When: Begins at 6 p.m.
Dress up for a Halloween party and costume contest at Jonesboogie Records. Performances by Tiny Towns, Muzzleflash, and Judo Queen accompany the celebration.
Shadows of Sherwood Masquerade Ball – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Sherwood Forest, 1111 W. Maryland Ave. (Sherwood)
When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Wear a costume for an evening featuring hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and dancing at this masquerade fundraiser. Proceeds support Sherwood Rotary’s community outreach. Guests must be 21 or older, costumes are mandatory, and tickets are required.
Trick or Treat on the Trail – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Lower Ramble, 255 S. West Ave. (Fayetteville)
When: 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Stroll the trail, meet friendly characters, and collect treats from more than 25 candy stations hosted by local businesses and community organizations. Costumes are encouraged, and admission is free.
Wicked Enchantment Witches Ball – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: 3307 Reynolds Park Road (Paragould)
When: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween at the third annual Wicked Enchantment Witches Ball. The witch-themed evening invites guests to embrace their good-witch or bad-witch side. See the event listing for RSVP information.
Night at the Museum – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Old Independence Regional Museum, 380 S. Ninth St. (Batesville)
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Visit the museum after hours for crafts, games, snacks, and a costume contest. This family-friendly Halloween celebration welcomes all ages and offers pay-what-you-can admission.
The Revollusionists – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Collins Theatre, 120 W. Emerson St. (Paragould)
When: Begins at 7:30 p.m.
Watch five magicians perform large-scale illusions, escapes, and sleight of hand during an interactive show for all ages. Audience participation adds to the experience. Tickets are required.
atg Pavilion Grand Opening & Argenta Plaza Reopening – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Argenta Plaza, 510 Main St. (North Little Rock)
When: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Celebrate Arkansas’s musical heritage during the grand opening of the atg Pavilion and reopening of Argenta Plaza. Enjoy live music, food trucks, family activities and interactive exhibits exploring the stories of Arkansas artists.
A-State Halloween Art Bash and Trunk-or-Treat – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Windgate Hall of Art and Innovation, Arkansas State University (Jonesboro)
When: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy a free Halloween art night featuring student art displays, hands-on crafts, rock-monster painting, face painting and trunk-or-treating. The event is open to the public.
Spooky Stroll at Bentonville Public Library – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Bentonville Public Library, 405 S. Main St. (Bentonville)
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon
Bring little ones for trick-or-treating, Halloween activities and drop-in storytimes. Costumes are encouraged.
Downtown Trick-or-Treat in Siloam Springs – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Historic downtown Siloam Springs (Siloam Springs)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Collect Halloween treats from downtown businesses during this community celebration presented by Main Street Siloam Springs.
STAGEFRIGHT at TheatreSquared – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: TheatreSquared, 477 W. Spring St. (Fayetteville)
When: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Dress in costume for TheatreSquared’s first immersive Halloween party. Admission includes food and one drink ticket. Guests must be 21 or older.
Costumes, Candy, and Cops Carnival – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Benton County Fairgrounds (Bentonville)
When: Time TBA
Enjoy a free annual carnival organized by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office as part of its Community First initiative.
Argenta Trick-or-Treat – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Argenta Public Library, 420 Main St., and participating businesses along Main Street (North Little Rock)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Trick-or-treat through Argenta’s participating businesses and stop by the library for games and spooky surprises.
PANIC IN THE PINES! Children’s Halloween Trail – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Beaverfork Lake Park, 59 Kinley Drive (Conway)
When: Begins at 6 p.m.
Bring the family for a children’s Halloween trail at Beaverfork Lake Park. This outdoor outing offers seasonal fun in a family-oriented setting.
$5 Movie Night: Hocus Pocus – Friday, Oct. 30
Where: King Opera House, 427 Main St. (Van Buren)
When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Watch Hocus Pocus inside the restored King Opera House. Admission is $5.
Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31
HardWay Haunt – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: HardWay Haunt, 138 McArthur St., behind McDonald’s on Airport Road (Hot Springs)
When: Chicken Hour from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Full Scare Mode from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. both nights
Choose your level of fright during HardWay Haunt’s final weekend. Arrive for the gentler Chicken Hour before the attraction switches to Full Scare Mode for an evening of haunted-house thrills. Chicken Hour tickets are $15, general admission is $25, and fast passes are $45.
Holland’s Haunted Forest – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Holland Acres (Vilonia)
When: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Step into Holland’s Haunted Forest for an outdoor Halloween scare experience. The attraction’s 2026 calendar lists Friday and Saturday openings during this weekend.
Ride the Train – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Old Frisco Depot, 813 Main St. (Van Buren)
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Board a scenic train outing from Van Buren’s historic depot. The local tourism calendar lists this excursion, offering another way to experience the area. Reservations and excursion details should be checked with the railroad.
Ride the Trolley – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Historic downtown Main Street (Van Buren)
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hop aboard the Main Street trolley for a free ride through historic downtown Van Buren. Take in the downtown scenery and enjoy another way to explore Main Street.
River Valley Nightmare – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Fort Smith Knights of Columbus property, 10203 Columbus Acres Road (Fort Smith)
When: Gates open at 7 p.m.; haunted trail from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.; ticket sales end at 10 p.m.
Brave an outdoor haunted trail filled with scare actors and unexpected encounters during the final weekend of River Valley Nightmare. Food, drinks, and entertainment round out the evening. General admission is $20, with a $30 front-of-line option available as an on-site upgrade when offered. On-site ticket purchases include service fees.
Warehouse of Fear – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Riverside Entertainment, 17023 Chamber Springs Road (Siloam Springs)
When: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. both nights
Explore a haunted warehouse filled with themed rooms, eerie settings, and live scare actors. Encounter frightening characters as you navigate the indoor attraction during its October Halloween season. Regular admission is $30 per attraction; fast passes are $45.
Creepy Trail of Willow Creek – Friday, Oct. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Creepy Trail of Willow Creek, 2811 Willow Springs Road (Little Rock)
When: 8 p.m. to midnight both nights
Venture through dark woods filled with haunting characters, frightening scenes, and unexpected surprises during the trail’s final weekend. This outdoor attraction features expanded trails, fog, and special effects. Tickets are available online; wear footwear suitable for walking in wooded terrain.
“The Haunt” Haunted Trail – Friday, Oct. 30–Saturday, Oct. 31 (final weekend)
Where: Camp Wotapi, 4100 Wotapi Drive (El Dorado)
When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. both nights
Venture into the haunted woods for an evening of Halloween scares. Admission is $15 per person, with proceeds benefiting Horizons’ programs for young women in South Arkansas. Purchase tickets at the Parkers Chapel ballfield off Highway 15.
Murder at Wolf Man’s 85th Birthday – Friday, Oct. 30–Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Porterhouse Steakhouse, 707 Central Ave. (Hot Springs)
When: Doors open at 5:45 p.m.; dinner begins around 6 p.m.; show begins at 7 p.m.
Celebrate Wolf Man’s birthday with a Halloween comedy mystery and an all-you-can-eat buffet. Help your table solve the murder, then enjoy a costume contest, games, and dancing during intermission. Guests must be 21 or older, and reservations are required at 501-627-5534. Optional dog-food donations benefit the Hot Springs Humane Society.
Sip & Pour Class at Ouachita Wax & Naturals – Friday, Oct. 30–Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Ouachita Wax & Naturals, 118 Central Ave. (Hot Springs)
When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each evening
Create an 8-ounce soy candle under the guidance of an experienced candle maker. All candle-making materials are provided, and nonalcoholic beverages are available. Seating is limited; call 469-925-6999 to reserve a place.
A-State Volleyball vs. Troy – Friday, Oct. 30–Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: First National Bank Arena, 217 Olympic Drive (Jonesboro)
When: Friday at 6 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m.
Cheer on Arkansas State as the Red Wolves face Troy in two Sun Belt Conference volleyball matches. Choose a Friday evening game or a Saturday afternoon outing.
Bethesda Community Center Haunted House – Friday, Oct. 30–Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Bethesda Community Center, 65 Lawrence Road (Batesville)
When: Begins at 7 p.m. each night
Visit the community center for its final weekend of haunted-house scares in October. Admission is $10, and concessions are available.
Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Roseberry Farms Pumpkin Patch – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Roseberry Farms, 12223 Highway 9 (Benton)
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Spend a fall day at Roseberry Farms enjoying hayrides, barrel rides, a big slide, farm animals, and family games. Explore the pumpkin patch and capture seasonal photos along the way. Admission is $10 for ages 2 and older and includes pumpkin-patch activities.
JSA at the Conway Card Show – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Conway Expo Center, 600 Expo Blvd. (Conway)
When: 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 (daily hours not specified)
Bring your signed memorabilia to the Conway Card Show for on-site autograph authentication by James Spence Authentication (JSA). Authentication is available for items signed at the show for $15 per autograph, while previously signed collectibles start at $25. Cash will not be accepted for authentication services. Razorback legend, Super Bowl champ and NFL Hall of Famer Dan Hampton will be here on Saturday, the 31st, from 10am to noon! Autos $20 per item, $10 per inscription.
Natural State Nightmare – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Natural State Nightmare, 9987 Reed Road (Alexander)
When: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday; 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday; 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday
Enter Carl’s Playhouse during the final weekend of Natural State Nightmare’s 2026 Halloween season. This story-driven haunted attraction features immersive environments, original characters, and frightening encounters, with extended hours on Halloween night.
Farmland Adventures – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Farmland Adventures, 5355 Parsons Road (Springdale)
When: 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday
Celebrate the final weekend of the fall season with a giant corn maze, pumpkin patch, pony rides, farm animals, pig races, and cow-feeding wagon rides. Pedal karts, corn pits, and other outdoor activities round out the farm fun. Admission for ages 3 and older is $16.50 online or $18.50 at the farm, plus tax. Food, animal feed, and take-home purchases cost extra.
BoBrook Farms Pumpkin Patch – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: BoBrook Farms, 13810 Combee Lane (Roland)
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday
Pick pumpkins and explore farm activities, including hayrides, a maze, animals, and games. Weekend pig races are scheduled at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Peebles Farm Fall Season – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Peebles Farm, Highway 64 between Augusta and McCrory (Augusta)
When: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; noon to 7 p.m. Sunday; last tickets sold one hour before closing
Explore a 16-acre corn maze celebrating America’s 250th birthday, pick pumpkins and enjoy wagon rides, pig races, farm animals and outdoor games. A cow train, giant pumpkin jump pad, and hamster wheel races add to the family fun. Pumpkins and select activities cost extra.
Mountain Home Berry Farm Fall Festival – Friday, Oct. 30 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Mountain Home Berry Farm, 693 County Road 57 (Mountain Home)
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day
Visit the farm for its fall festival, pumpkin barn, and seasonal shopping. Browse pumpkins and farm-store goods during the autumn schedule. Check the farm’s current updates for available activities and admission prices.
Beetlejuice – Friday, Oct. 30–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Robinson Center, 426 W. Markham St. (Little Rock)
When: Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 1 p.m.
Catch the stage musical based on Tim Burton’s film during Halloween weekend. Follow Lydia Deetz as her encounter with a recently deceased couple and an unruly supernatural visitor turns into a comedy filled with elaborate effects and ghostly mischief. Tickets are required.
Simmons Bank Championship – Friday, Oct. 30–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Pleasant Valley Country Club, 1 Pleasant Valley Drive (Little Rock)
When: Gates open at 7:30 a.m. daily; play begins at approximately 9 a.m. Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday
Watch PGA TOUR Champions golfers compete in a Charles Schwab Cup playoff event. Friday includes an opening ceremony, and Saturday features a morning tailgate. Tickets are required, with off-site spectator parking and shuttle service.
Saturday, Oct. 31
Gateway Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (open year-round)
Where: 602 E Jefferson Ave (Texarkana)
When: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Siloam Springs Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (last weekend)
Where: 311 S Mt Olive St (Siloam Springs)
When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Main Street Makers, Bakers, Farmers, and Craft Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (runs through October)
Where: 833 Main St (Van Buren)
When: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Pope County Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: 320 W. C St. (Russellville)
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Shop locally grown produce, meats, honey, eggs, baked goods, and handmade items.
Fayetteville Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Downtown Square (Fayetteville)
When: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bentonville Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (last weekend)
Where: The Bentonville Square, 100 N. Main St. (Bentonville)
When: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Downtown Rogers Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Frisco Plaza, 216 S. First St. (Rogers)
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Springdale Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Jones Center, 922 E. Emma Ave. (Springdale)
When: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hot Springs Historic Downtown Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: 121 Orange St. (Hot Springs)
When: 7 a.m. to noon
Judd Hill Farmers’ Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (last weekend)
Where: 3350 Aggie Road (Jonesboro)
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hillcrest Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (open year-round)
Where: Pulaski Heights Baptist Church, 2200 Kavanaugh Blvd. (Little Rock)
When: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Creative Saturdays – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Windgate Art School, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Create a fall-inspired shadow puppet and decorate a miniature stage to bring your characters to life. This free, drop-in art activity welcomes guests of all ages and abilities. No registration is required.
Bears and Baldies – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Lodge Terrace, Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 Arkansas 309 (Paris)
When: 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Learn about bears and bald eagles during a brief interpretive program on Mount Magazine. The program is designed for ages 12–18, but visitors of all ages are welcome.
Herbs, History & Healing Hike – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Apothecary Waterfall, Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Ave. (Mountain View)
When: 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Discover connections among herbs, history, and traditional plant uses on a short guided walk. The program is included with Craft Village admission.
Scenic Lake Tour – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Marina, Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Road (Mountain Pine)
When: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cruise Lake Ouachita with a park interpreter while exploring the wildlife, history, and geology along its shoreline and islands. Admission is $14 for adults, $8 for children ages 6–12, and free for children under 6. Call 501-767-9366 to reserve a spot and arrive at the marina 10–15 minutes before departure.
West Little Rock Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (last weekend)
Where: Breckenridge Village (Little Rock)
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Shop Arkansas-grown produce, meats, baked goods, and artisan products at this weekly market. Meet local growers and producers while picking up seasonal ingredients.
Main Street Batesville Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31 (last weekend)
Where: The Village Green in downtown Batesville (Batesville)
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Browse seasonal produce, baked goods, handcrafted items, and locally made specialties at Batesville’s downtown farmers market. Meet area growers and makers during the Saturday gathering.
Fort Smith Farmers Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Second Street and Garrison Avenue (Fort Smith)
When: 7 a.m. to noon
Shop produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, and handcrafted items at downtown Fort Smith’s weekly farmers market. The market operates year-round on Saturdays.
Howl-O-Ween at the Zoo – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Little Rock Zoo, 1 Zoo Drive (Little Rock)
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; last admission at 3:30 p.m.
Wear your Halloween costume for a day of crafts, fall games, character visits, and festive photo opportunities. Costume contests take place at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., with prizes for every participant. Activities are included with daytime zoo admission. Adults may wear costumes, but cannot wear costume masks.
Rock Climbing Basics – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: CCC Room, Mather Lodge, Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road (Morrilton)
When: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Learn about climbing equipment and basic techniques in an introductory park program.
“Here We Go Digging for Dino Bones” — Scientots – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Kye-Yac Clubhouse, Mid-America Science Museum, 500 Mid America Blvd. (Hot Springs)
When: 10:30 a.m.
Young scientists can hike, search, and explore dinosaur discoveries during this ScienceTots program featuring Susan Lendroth’s Here We Go Digging for Dino Bones. Designed for children ages 6 and younger, the program is included with museum admission.
Creep ’N Crawl – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Two Rivers Park, 6900 Two Rivers Park Road (Little Rock)
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Put on your scariest, funniest, or most creative costume for a Halloween morning race. The event offers a half-marathon, a 5k, and a Lil’ Monsters Dash for younger participants, combining outdoor exercise with seasonal fun. Registration is required.
Bryant Parks Fall Fest – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Bishop Park, 6401 Boone Road (Bryant)
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween morning with local vendors, food, entertainment, a car show, and Kidsland games and inflatables. Children can collect candy from participating booths throughout the festival, and costumes are encouraged. Admission is free, with no registration required for festival guests.
River Bank Cleanup at Moro Bay – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Moro Bay State Park, 6071 Highway 600 (Jersey)
When: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Help remove litter along the riverbank during this volunteer outing at Moro Bay State Park. Wear clothing and footwear suitable for steep or muddy ground. Contact the event coordinator at 870-463-8555 for participation information.
Trick Art Treat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Campus Parking Plaza and North Forest Trail, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Follow the North Forest Trail for trick-or-treating, candy, and encounters with costumed characters. Artmaking and live music round out this family-friendly Halloween celebration. Admission is free, and no tickets or reservations are required.
Great Arkansas Cleanup at Queen Wilhelmina State Park – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Hearth Room, Queen Wilhelmina State Park Lodge, 3877 Highway 88 W. (Mena)
When: Noon to 3 p.m.
Enjoy Rich Mountain’s scenery while helping clean the park’s trails, campgrounds, and roadsides. Meet at the lodge to register and pick up gloves, garbage bags, and a free T-shirt. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring drinking water.
Horseshoe Bend Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Cedar Glade – The Gathering Place, 900 Fourth St. (Horseshoe Bend)
When: 2 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; trunk-or-treating from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy vendors, pumpkin decorating, a scavenger hunt, family games, and costume contests. A pig-roast dinner is available from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for $22 per plate, with trunk-or-treating following in the evening. Live entertainment continues throughout the festival.
Main Street Trick or Treat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Downtown Main Street (Arkadelphia)
When: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Bring the kids downtown in costume for an afternoon of Halloween treats. Local businesses and organizations will host booths with candy giveaways, games, and community activities during the city’s annual celebration.
Harvest Fest – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Fullness of Joy Ministries, 2120 Thorn St. (Jonesboro)
When: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Gather for a free outdoor community celebration featuring food trucks, games, live music, and fall activities. Fullness of Joy Ministries welcomes families and neighbors for an early-evening Halloween outing.
Trick-or-Treat at Village Creek – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Camp Loop A, Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 (Wynne)
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Explore decorated campsites and collect candy during a family-friendly Halloween evening presented by the Cross County Chamber of Commerce. Local businesses sponsor the campsites, and costumes are encouraged. Admission is $5 per vehicle.
Ghost Roast – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road (Star City)
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; costume contest begins at 6 p.m.
Enjoy a kid-friendly evening of campground trick-or-treating, costumes and seasonal fun. Vote for the best-decorated campsite and browse food vendors during the celebration. Event parking is at the boat ramp, with a walking trail leading to the campground. Admission is $5 per vehicle.
Washington After Dark – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Williams’ Tavern Restaurant, Historic Washington State Park, 103 Franklin St. (Washington)
When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Begin with dinner at Williams’ Tavern, then follow an interpretive guide through historic sites associated with unexplained events. The evening combines local history, storytelling, and an after-dark walk through Washington. Admission is $35, and reservations are required at 870-983-2684.
Downtown Fall Festival & Chili Cook-Off, 5k and Kids’ Fun Run – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Historic downtown Russellville; races begin on West C Street (Russellville)
When: 5k at 8 a.m.; kids’ 1k at 9:30 a.m.; festival from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; KidsFest from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Spend the day downtown with seasonal food, vendors, games, and entertainment. The celebration includes a morning 5k and children’s fun run, plus an afternoon KidsFest adventure for children ages 12 and younger accompanied by an adult. Festival admission is free; races require registration.
Main Street Spooktacular – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Participating businesses and venues throughout downtown (Batesville)
When: 9 a.m. to midnight.
Celebrate Halloween with activities across downtown Batesville. Options include a morning pancake event, free block-printed trick-or-treat bag making at the Batesville Area Arts Council, downtown trick-or-treating, and a late-night adults-only Boos & Brews party at The Board on Third. Some activities have separate admission charges.
Halloween Mystery on the Slunger Creek Nature Trail – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Slunger Creek Nature Trail, Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road (Hot Springs)
When: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Help a park interpreter solve a Halloween mystery during a five-eighths-mile nature walk. Follow clues and work together to identify the culprit. Admission is free; wear comfortable hiking shoes and dress in layers.
Trek and Treat Hike – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Trotting Fox Trailhead, Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Highway 44 (Marianna)
When: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Follow a park interpreter on a half-mile hike featuring fall activities and treats along the trail. This program is free. Bring water and insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
Pet Costume Contest at Native Brew Works – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Native Brew Works, 515 S. Gee St. (Jonesboro)
When: Arrive at 9:30 a.m.; contest begins at 10 a.m.
Dress your pet for a Halloween catwalk benefiting the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society. The $10 entry fee supports the shelter, and prizes are provided by Hollywood Feed. Register participating pets through Native Brew Works.
Monster Mash at the Children’s Library – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Hillary Rodham Clinton Children’s Library & Learning Center, 4800 W. 10th St. (Little Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Celebrate the spooky season during the Children’s Library’s annual Monster Mash. Bring the family for a Halloween morning outing at the library.
Halloween at Brickhouse Market – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Brickhouse Market, 161 Highway 67 N. (Pocahontas)
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; crafts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; costume contest at 2 p.m.
Shop an indoor Halloween market featuring local makers, handmade goods, baked treats, and vintage finds. Bring a pumpkin to paint, make a paper-cup ghost, enter the costume contest, and enjoy children’s trick-or-treating. Admission is free.
Fall Market Spookfest at The Promenade at Chenal – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Promenade at Chenal, 17711 Chenal Parkway (Little Rock)
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Enjoy a petting zoo, local vendors, fall treats, and festive photo opportunities. A pumpkin giveaway and special gifts for children in costume are available while supplies last.
UAPB Football vs. Bethune-Cookman – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Simmons Bank Field, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff campus (Pine Bluff)
When: Begins at 2 p.m.
Cheer on the Golden Lions as UAPB hosts Bethune-Cookman for a Halloween afternoon football game. Tickets are required.
Trunk-or-Treat at Osment Harley-Davidson – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Osment Harley-Davidson, 2715 Industrial Drive (Jonesboro)
When: 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Bring the family for motorcycles, costumes, candy, and Halloween fun. The trunk-or-treat celebration welcomes riders and visitors of all motorcycle types.
Halloween Bar Crawl Fayetteville – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Check-in at Calle Latin Cuisine, 33 N. Block Ave.; participating downtown bars (Fayetteville)
When: Check-in from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; crawl from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; after-party from 10 p.m. to midnight
Put on a costume and explore participating downtown bars during this ticketed Halloween crawl. Admission includes designated drink vouchers, participating-bar specials, and an after-party. Guests must be 21 or older with valid identification.
Halloween Bar Crawl Little Rock – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Check-in at Southern Tail Brewing, 900 E. Ninth St.; participating bars (Little Rock)
When: Check-in from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; crawl from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; after-party from 10 p.m. to midnight
Celebrate Halloween with a costume bar crawl featuring participating-bar specials, designated drink vouchers, and event photography. The evening ends with an after-party at Fassler Hall. Tickets are required, and guests must be 21 or older with valid identification.
Halloween Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Amphitheater, Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 W. Arkansas Highway 74 (West Fork)
When: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Learn the fundamentals of Dutch oven cooking while a park interpreter prepares a Halloween dump cake. This outdoor cooking demonstration is free.
Glow on the Row Trick-or-Treating & Harvest Festival – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Downtown business district (Hot Springs)
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween downtown with trick-or-treating, games, face painting, food, and seasonal activities. Organizers will distribute 18,000 free glow sticks to help light up the evening.
Comics and Treats – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Bonesy Jonesy’s Comics and Collectibles, 1301 Stone St. (Jonesboro)
When: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Stop by the comic shop for an evening combining comics, collectibles, and Halloween fun. Wear a costume and make it part of your trick-or-treating plans.
The Haunted Highline Trail – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: 165 Walnut Grove Road (Cord)
When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Brave a haunted trail for an evening of Halloween scares. Admission is $10, with chili, hot dogs, and sweets available for purchase.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: FOA Stage, Too, 330 S. Main St. (Jonesboro)
When: Costume contest at 7:30 p.m.; movie at 8 p.m.
Dress up for a costume contest followed by a screening of the cult musical film. Admission is free, but seating is limited, and reservations are encouraged. Optional prop bags are $20.
Micro Wrestling – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Hall, 721 W. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Watch the Micro Wrestling Federation bring professional wrestling, high-flying moves, and ringside entertainment to The Hall. Tickets are required.
The Rocky Horror Pickin’ Show with The Crumbs and FAKE – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Four Quarter Bar, 415 Main St. (North Little Rock)
When: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Enter a Halloween costume contest and hear a bluegrass take on the Rocky Horror soundtrack with The Crumbs and FAKE. This is a themed performance and costume party. Cover is $10.
The Haunted Lounge – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Lounge at Huntington Square, 313 W. Huntington Ave. (Jonesboro)
When: Begins at 9 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween with costume contests for individuals, couples, and groups. Gather your friends for a late-night costume party at Huntington Square. Tickets are required.
Natalie Brewer Legacy Vintage Car Show – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: 1108 Highway 49B (Paragould)
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Browse vintage vehicles during the fourth annual Natalie Brewer Legacy Vintage Car Show. Spend part of your Halloween morning exploring the cars and visiting with fellow automobile enthusiasts.
Downtown Texarkana Fall Festival & Ark-La-Tex Haunt N’ Harvest Fest – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Front Street Plaza and neighboring East Broad Street activity areas (Texarkana)
When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. & 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Explore two neighboring downtown celebrations featuring food trucks, vendors, trunk-or-treating, face painting, and family activities. Haunt N’ Harvest adds a haunted house, pop-up skating, bounce houses, live art, a dog costume contest, and wrestling. Admission is free.
Goblin Candy Crawl – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Begin at the Rogers Historical Museum booth in Railyard Park; participating downtown businesses (Rogers)
When: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Pick up a trick-or-treat bag and map at the museum’s Railyard Park booth, then follow the route through downtown. Participating businesses will hand out candy during this family-friendly Halloween outing.
Halloween at the Paragould Community Center – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Paragould Community Center, 3404 Linwood Drive (Paragould)
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bring the kids in costume for a free community Halloween celebration hosted by Paragould Parks and Recreation. Local businesses, churches, and organizations will help distribute candy.
Trick or Treat in the Park – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Lynn Park (Lynn)
When: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Follow a decorated candy trail, play pumpkin beanbag toss and witch-hat ring toss, and stop at the gazebo for Halloween photos. The playground will be open, and free coffee and hot chocolate will be available inside the community center. Admission is free.
Arkansas Razorbacks Football vs. Missouri – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, University of Arkansas campus (Fayetteville)
When: Kickoff at 6:45 p.m.
Cheer on the Razorbacks as they host Missouri in the Battle Line Rivalry. Spend Halloween evening watching SEC football under the lights in Fayetteville. Tickets are required.
Gurdon Forest Festival – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Downtown Gurdon, around 108 N. Front St. (Gurdon)
When: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Celebrate Gurdon’s timber heritage during a downtown festival featuring food, entertainment, craft vendors, games and rides. Admission is free.
Día de Muertos en Plaza Frida – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Plaza Frida, 4001 W. 65th St. (Little Rock)
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Honor loved ones during a community celebration featuring remembrance altars, food, vendors and live music. A Catrina contest invites children, teens and adults to showcase their Día de Muertos attire.
Siloam Springs Public Library Fall Festival – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Siloam Springs Public Library, 205 E. Jefferson St. (Siloam Springs)
When: 10 a.m. to noon; bilingual Día de los Muertos storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy a free fall festival featuring Halloween activities, carnival games and crafts. A special bilingual storytime celebrates Día de los Muertos.
Springdale Public Library Halloween Family Fun – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Springdale Public Library, 405 S. Pleasant St. (Springdale)
When: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Celebrate Halloween with candy, crafts, a scavenger hunt, sensory mystery boxes and a costume parade. This family event is free.
HalloWings at Legends Air Center – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Legends Air Center, 2205 SW I St. (Bentonville)
When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Trick-or-treat among decorated airplanes inside an aviation hangar. See aircraft up close during this free Halloween celebration.
Downtown Trick-or-Treating in Eureka Springs – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Downtown Eureka Springs (Eureka Springs)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Visit downtown shops for Halloween candy and browse locally owned businesses. Costumed visitors are welcome.
Halloween in the Park – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Harry Sbanotto Park (Tontitown)
When: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween during Tontitown’s annual community trick-or-treating event at Harry Sbanotto Park.
HogTown Halloween Pregame Event – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Maple Street (Fayetteville)
When: 2:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; pep rally at 4 p.m.; Hog Walk at 4:15 p.m.
Get ready for Arkansas’s game against Missouri during a free, family-friendly pregame gathering. Enjoy a pep rally, spirit squads, food trucks and family activities.
Halloween Ice Skating at The Jones Center – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Jones Center (Springdale)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Hit the ice for a Halloween skating session featuring spooky music, treats and a costume contest. Admission is $7, plus $3 for skate rental.
Henderson State Football vs. Southeastern Oklahoma State – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Carpenter-Haygood Stadium, Henderson State University (Arkadelphia)
When: Kickoff at 1 p.m.
Cheer on the Reddies as they host the Southeastern Oklahoma State Savage Storm in a Great American Conference matchup. The game also marks Henderson State’s Senior Day.
Pine Bluff Police Department Fall Festival – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Pine Bluff Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza (Pine Bluff)
When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Enjoy a free family fall festival featuring candy, games, a costume contest, bingo and food with the Pine Bluff Police Department.
Texarkana Arkansas Elks Lodge Truck or Treat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Texarkana Arkansas Elks Lodge, 4701 Garland Ave. (Texarkana)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bring the kids for candy, face painting and free hot dogs during the lodge’s Halloween celebration.
The Owls of Hobbwarts – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Hobbs State Park–Conservation Area (Rogers area)
When: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Learn about Arkansas owls during a free Halloween program. Costumes and wizard robes are encouraged.
Spooky Creatures at Hobbs – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Hobbs State Park–Conservation Area (Rogers area)
When: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.; presentations begin every half-hour
Discover bats, spiders, owls and other creatures associated with Halloween during a series of short, free park presentations.
Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park Trunk or Treat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park (Prairie Grove)
When: Begins at 5 p.m.
Bring the family for Halloween candy and community trunk-or-treating at the state park.
Leonard’s Annual Trunk or Treat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Leonard’s, 1319 S. Arkansas Ave. (Russellville)
When: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy bounce houses, hot dogs and plenty of candy during Leonard’s annual trunk-or-treat celebration.
Drive-Through Trick or Treat at Russellville Regional Airport – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Russellville Regional Airport (Russellville)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Collect Halloween treats during a drive-through event at the regional airport.
Franklin County Haunted Jail – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Franklin County Old Jail, 101 W. Main St. (Ozark)
When: Non-scary walkthrough from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.; scary walkthrough begins at 7 p.m.
Explore the haunted jail alongside Ozark’s Scare on the Square celebration. The early walkthrough offers a gentler experience for younger visitors, followed by a scary version with admission of $10 per person.
Alma BooFest – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Downtown Alma (Alma)
When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Join local businesses, churches and community groups for trick-or-treating, costumes and family-friendly Halloween activities. Hometown Alma hosts the downtown celebration.
Boo’s Cruise, Trunk or Treat & Burnout Contest – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Main Street (Mulberry)
When: Cruise at 6 p.m.; trunk-or-treating and children’s games from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.; burnout contest at 8 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween with cars, candy and community fun. The City of Mulberry’s evening begins with a cruise, continues with trunk-or-treating and games, and ends with a burnout contest.
Cars & Candy – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Central Mall parking lot (Fort Smith)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
See cars and decorated trunks while collecting Halloween candy during this free family event.
Trunk or Treat at Riggs Cat – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Riggs Cat (Russellville)
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bring the family for an afternoon of Halloween trunk-or-treating at Riggs Cat.
Halloween Zip Tours at Adventureworks – Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Adventureworks (Hot Springs)
When: Times TBA
Experience Halloween-themed zipline and aerial obstacle-course adventures, including spooky moonlight zip tours.
Saturday, Oct. 31 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Jackson Farm Pumpkin Festival – Saturday, Oct. 31 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Jackson Farm, 2798 Highway 117 (Black Rock)
When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; noon to 7 p.m. Sunday
Pumpkins join a broad collection of farm attractions, including a maze, hayrides, a zipline, and animals. The tourism calendar lists more than 45 attractions for the weekend festival experience.
Magic Screams at Magic Springs – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Magic Springs Theme and Water Park, 1701 E. Grand Ave. (Hot Springs)
When: Saturday from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Enjoy rides and family Halloween activities by day, followed by haunted attractions, scare zones, and roaming characters after dark. Booville offers trick-or-treating, children’s art activities, and a hay maze from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. One-day tickets are $34.99 online, plus tax and processing fees. Children ages 3 and younger enter free.
Circle D Funny Farm Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Circle D Funny Farm, 11384 Highway 222 (Malvern)
When: Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy pumpkins, a barrel train, zip lines, putt-putt, a corn pit, and farm animals during the festival’s final weekend. Visit the Safari Feeding Deck for close-up views of exotic animals, including zebras and kangaroos. General admission is $12 for ages 1 and older; select attractions cost extra.
Drop-in Tour: Architecture – Crystal Bridges – Saturday, Oct. 31 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Garrison Lobby, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way (Bentonville)
When: 1 p.m.
Explore the museum’s architecture with a guide on this free weekend tour. Learn how the buildings respond to the landscape and shape the viewing experience of art. No tickets are required.
Old Milo Tree Farms & Pumpkin Patch – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Old Milo Tree Farms, 604 Ashley Road 485 (Hamburg)
When: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Pick a pumpkin right off the vine and enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride around the farm. Activities include corn and hay mazes, farm animals, a barrel train, swings, and games. Farm admission starts at $10, with packages offering pumpkins, zipline rides, and a horse ride.
Cotton Ginning Demonstration – Saturday, Oct. 31 – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 Highway 161 S. (Scott)
When: 10 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Watch museum staff operate a demonstration cotton gin and compare cotton before and after processing. Learn how the machine changed the work of turning a crop into clothing. Admission to the demonstration is free.
River Valley Comic Con – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Kay Rodgers Park Expo Center, 4400 Midland Blvd. (Fort Smith)
When: Convention activities from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Celebrate comics, animation, and pop culture with celebrity guests, fan panels, vendors, free gaming, and a cosplay showcase. Announced guests include Michael Kovach and Tami Erin. Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission; tickets are required for older guests.
Hot Springs Renaissance Faire – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Garland County Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Ave. (Hot Springs)
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day
Explore a Renaissance village featuring merchants, food, combat demonstrations, costumed characters, and entertainment across multiple stages. Animal encounters and fantasy creatures add to the Halloween weekend festivities. Tickets are required.
Beast of Burden – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Mount Kessler Park, 2600 W. Judge Cummings Road (Fayetteville)
When: Noon Saturday to noon Sunday; 25 hours with the time change
Take on an endurance run and mountain-bike relay solo or with a team. Profits support preservation and trail development on Mount Kessler.
HARLEY-WEEN Car and Bike Show, Trunk or Treat & Swap Meet – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Fort Smith Harley-Davidson, 6304 S. 36th St. (Fort Smith)
When: Car and bike show and trunk-or-treat from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday; swap meet from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Check out cars and motorcycles, browse vendors and enjoy costumes, decorated vehicles and Halloween candy. A weekend swap meet adds more opportunities to explore.
Middleton Family Farm Pumpkin Patch – Saturday, Oct. 31–Sunday, Nov. 1 (final weekend)
Where: Middleton Family Farm, 300 Day Road (Pottsville)
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Catch the final weekend of the pumpkin patch, corn maze, corn pit, face painting and tractor rides. General admission is $12, with children ages 2 and younger admitted free.
Sunday, Nov. 1
Bernice Garden Farmers’ Market – Sunday, Nov. 1 (runs through November)
Where: The Bernice Garden, 1401 Main St. (Little Rock)
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cleanup for a Better Murfreesboro – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Courthouse meeting location (Murfreesboro)
When: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join a community cleanup to keep Murfreesboro beautiful for residents and visitors. Volunteers should contact the coordinator, Jose Zacarias, at 870-200-7069 for meeting and participation details.
Día de los Muertos – Sunday, Nov. 1 (continues Monday, Nov. 2)
Where: Basin Spring Park (Eureka Springs)
When: Time to be announced
Honor loved ones during a community celebration featuring remembrance altars, art, flowers, and Día de los Muertos traditions. Participants may bring photographs, flowers, and meaningful items to create personal altars. Copies of treasured photographs are encouraged.
Discover the Yancopin Bridge Hike – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Meet at Watson Trailhead, 304 Front St. (Watson)
When: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a three-mile round-trip hike to the historic Yancopin railroad bridge over the Arkansas River. Participants meet at the trailhead and caravan in their own vehicles. The hike is free; register by 5 p.m. Saturday at 870-572-2352.
Día de los Muertos Brunch at Southern Tail Brewing – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Southern Tail Brewing, 900 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 10:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a brunch buffet combining traditional Mexican breakfast dishes with Southern Tail’s brunch favorites. Themed drink specials and festive attire accompany the celebration. Reservations are recommended through events@southerntailbrewing.com.
Drop-in Expressive Painting and Yoga – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Windgate Art School, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St. (Little Rock)
When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Join artist and yoga instructor Lo Patt for gentle yoga, mindful movement, and expressive painting. No previous art or yoga experience is needed. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Registration is $44, or $35 for members.
Fall Color Paddle – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Hornor Neck Lake, Mississippi River State Park (Marianna)
When: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Paddle among cypress trees displaying their fall colors during a guided outing suitable for beginners. Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are provided. Admission is $18 for adults and $12 for children ages 6–12. Register by 1 p.m. Sunday at 870-295-4040.
NWA Makers Market – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Washington County Fairgrounds, 2463 N. McConnell Ave. (Fayetteville)
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Shop from more than 300 local makers during this large indoor and outdoor market. Browse handmade art, furniture, gifts and other goods created by people living in Northwest Arkansas.
Piccolo Zoppé Winter Circus – Sunday, Nov. 1 (continues through Nov. 7 in Harrison)
Where: Creekside Amphitheater / Community & Aquatics Center, 515 S. Spring St. (Harrison)
When: Performances at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Catch opening day of Piccolo Zoppé’s Arkansas winter tour. The family circus combines acrobatics, equestrian performances and European circus traditions beneath the big top. Tickets are required.
25th Annual Dad’s Ole Car Show and Parade – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center campus, 2200 Fort Roots Drive (North Little Rock)
When: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a car show and parade with free drinks and snacks. Vehicle participation is free.
Hot Springs Poetry Fest – Sunday, Nov. 1 (through Nov. 8)
Where: Various locations in downtown Hot Springs (Hot Springs)
When: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Celebrate poetry with readings, workshops, open mics and performances highlighting Arkansas writers and the city’s literary community.
Día de los Muertos Celebration – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Community Creative Center, 505 W. Spring St. (Fayetteville)
When: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Celebrate life and remembrance with art activities, traditional food and drinks, costumed characters and live music. Create monarch butterflies or decorate sugar skull ornaments, and bring a photograph of a loved one to contribute to the community altar.
Hot Springs Feast Month – Sunday, Nov. 1 (through Nov. 30)
Where: Participating restaurants throughout Hot Springs (Hot Springs)
When: Times Vary
Explore Hot Springs’ dining scene during a monthlong celebration featuring restaurant specials and the Visitors’ Choice Awards. Dine at participating restaurants and vote for your favorites in 12 categories.
Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Baum Walker Hall, Walton Arts Center (Fayetteville)
When: 3 p.m.
Join the Fraggles for a family-friendly live stage adventure featuring classic songs, new walking puppets and original puppet creatures built by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop. This engagement features one performance only.
Tales on the Rails with the Shiloh Museum – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Springdale Depot, 305 E. Emma Ave. (Springdale)
When: 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; train departs at 2 p.m. and returns around 5:30 p.m.
Take a fall foliage train ride from Springdale to Winslow and back aboard the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad. A Shiloh historian will share stories about landmarks and railroad history along the route. Tickets are $65 for members and $90 for nonmembers.
Harvest Toss Fall Festival – Sunday, Nov. 1
Where: Soccer fields behind the River Center, 1800 Citizens Drive (Benton)
When: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy a cornhole tournament and family fall festival benefiting local youth sports teams. The event features a doubles tournament with $500 in cash prizes, food trucks, a vendor market and inflatables.
RECURRING EVENTS
- “Where the Wind Lives” will be on display at Garvan Woodland Gardens through Oct. 31, 2026.
- Arkansas250 Exhibit: Before Us, Beyond Us will be on display at the Old State House Museum in Little Rock through Dec. 11, 2026.
- Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along the Underground Railroad will be on display at the MacArthur Museum in Little Rock, Arkansas, through Jan. 7, 2027.
- “Painting the Arkansas Parks” will be on display at the Historic Arkansas Museum through Jan. 24, 2027.
- Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work will be on display at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville through March 29, 2027.
- Join The Rail Yard every Thursday evening for SINGO.
- Head out to Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort every Thursday for Thursday night trivia hosted by Roger Scott.
- Farmland Adventures in Springdale is open on its posted fall-season schedule through Nov. 1, 2026.
- Motley’s Pumpkin Patch in Little Rock is open on its posted fall-season schedule through Nov. 1, 2026.
- Magic Screams takes place on select weekends at Magic Springs in Hot Springs through Nov. 1, 2026.
- The Age of Anxiety: German Expressionism in Art and Film will be on display at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts from Oct. 9, 2026, through Jan. 10, 2027.
- Keith Haring in 3D will be on display at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville through Jan. 25, 2027.
- Lucy Sparrow: The Beginning of Convenience continues at The Momentary through July 11, 2027.
- Chuck Ramirez: Ordinary Wonders continues at The Momentary through Jan. 10, 2027.
- Nature Adorned: The Artistry of Tiffany & Co. and the American Imagination continues at Crystal Bridges through March 29, 2027.
- Rivercrest Orchard Fall Festival continues through Nov. 1, with a special Thursday opening on Oct. 29.
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