Mardi Gras
Laissez les bon temps rouler à Little Rock! Mardi Gras in Little Rock is celebrated by two major community events, both with a flair inspired by Arkansas’s neighbors to the south.
Annual Festivals & Events
Little Rock is Arkansas’s epicenter for fun. With year-round events and awesome festivals, there is always something new to experience. From music to marathons and food to fairs.
Get out and enjoy Little Rock – Arkansas’s epicenter for fun. With year-round events and awesome local festivals, there's always something new to experience. From music to marathons and food to fairs, you'll find plenty of things to do no matter the season. See why amazing events are better with a Southern accent!
Little Rock Marathon
Whether you’re an Olympic all-star or an absolute beginner, the Little Rock Marathon and its associated races offer a great experience for every runner.
St. Patrick’s Day
Dive into Irish culture with an annual parade, bar crawls, races, and more.
Jazz in the Park
Twice a year - each Wednesday in April and September - Little Rock's River Market Pavilions come to life with the sounds of soulful jazz and joyful music. Made locally.
World Cheese Dip Championship
Cheese dip fans, unite! The World Cheese Dip Championship and the former Foam Fest Craft Beer Festival have joined forces to bring the best event in central Arkansas!
Lanterns at Wildwood Park for the Arts
An unforgettable celebration of culture, art, and community in the heart of West Little Rock. The Lanterns Festival is one of the most anticipated outdoor festivals of the year, where people come…
501 Fest
A Day for Celebrating the Best of Central Arkansas
Arkansas Italian Food & Wine Festival
Held annually in May, the Arkansas Italian Food & Wine Festival celebrates all things Italian.
Little Rock Pride
Pride is celebrated in Little Rock all year long with a range of events that celebrate diversity across the city.
Juneteenth
Juneteenth may be America’s newest federal holiday, but Little Rock has been celebrating Juneteenth for decades.
Pops on the River
Celebrate Independence Day in Arkansas’s Capital City.
Arkansas Cinema Society — Filmland
Filmmakers take center stage in Little Rock.
Arkansas Comic Con
Dive into different realms of the entertainment universe with celebrity guests, cosplay, a diverse range of vendors, and more.
Downtown Food Truck Festival
If you’re coming to Little Rock’s Downtown Food Truck Festival, you better come hungry because this is one event where every bite counts.
Six Bridges Book Festival
The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) hosts the Six Bridges Book Festival annually in the fall.
Big Dam Bridge 100
Held annually in late September, the Big Dam Bridge 100 brings more than 2,500 cyclists to Little Rock as they compete in Arkansas’s largest cycling event.
Little Rocktoberfest
Enjoy craft beer, bratwurst, and fun at Arkansas's premier beer festival, Saturday September 28, 2024 at Rusty Tractor Vineyards.
Arkansas State Fair
Create unforgettable memories with friends and family at the Arkansas State Fair.
HarvestFest Little Rock
Celebrate the best of fall with live music, local flavors, and family fun at Little Rock’s HarvestFest in Hillcrest!
International Greek Food Festival
Little Rock’s International Greek Food Festival, the largest ethnic festival in Arkansas, has been serving food, friends, and the community for more than 35 years.
Arkansas Cornbread Festival
Prepare yourself for a day filled with irresistible fun, delectable food, and unique artisan creations. The Arkansas Cornbread Festival is a feast for the senses, where the magic of cornbread takes center…
The BIG Little Rock Holiday Parade
Experience the magic of the season with festive floats, joyful music, and holiday cheer at The BIG Little Rock Holiday Parade in Downtown Little Rock!
Arkansas State Capitol Lighting Ceremony 2024