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Top 5 Things to Do with Kids This Week!

Fun Events & Activities for Families in NLR, Sherwood, Maumelle, Scott, LRAFB, and Jacksonville, AR

By Sandra Ozaki, Publisher Macaroni KID North Little Rock, Arkansas November 7, 2024

Every week, Macaroni KID North Little Rock shares our picks for five things to do with your kids in North Little Rock, AR over the coming week. 

Here are Macaroni KID North Little Rock's picks for the five things to do with kids in North Little Rock, Maumelle, Sherwood, Jacksonville, LRAFB, and nearby towns. Click on the links for all the details!

1. Reforestation of Burns Park White Oak Bayou (ages 12+) 

Over 20,000 trees in Burns Park were destroyed by the March 31, 2023 tornado. Reforestation will prevent soil erosion and restore habitat for fauna and flora. Registration required. Sat, Nov 9 at 9 am

2. The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at NLRHS (ages 8+)

The NLRHS Theatre Arts Dept. proudly presents its fall musical! This production is designed, built, managed, and performed by students. It also includes young performers from 4th-8th grade who live in North Little Rock. Thur, Nov 14 to Sun, Nov 17.

3. LRAFB - Weihnachtsmarkt: Holiday Market

Shop with vendors selling great gift items, crafts, activities, and traditional treats and beverages at this German Christmas Market! Fri, Nov 15 from 3:30-7 pm

4. Kids' Workshop at Lowe's

Kick off the festive spirit with the DIY-U kids' Holiday Countdown Chalkboard workshop! Sat, Nov 16th from 10 am-1 pm

5. NLR Fall Pop-Up Shopping Event at Pike Plaza Shopping Center

Enjoy a day filled with fun, shopping, and delicious treats. Sat, Nov 16 from 10 am-4 pm


Check out these upcoming bonus picks in Central Arkansas and beyond! 

1. Called2Duty Power-N-Purpose at First Security Amphitheater in Little Rock

Join the Fight Against Opioids, Substance use disorders, and Drug-Related Mental Health issues. Enjoy live entertainment, giveaways, food trucks, and more! Sat, Nov 9 from 1-7 pm

2. 2024 GloWILD at the Little Rock Zoo

Visit one of the nation's largest interactive light festivals featuring dozens of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns. Select dates Nov. 7th to Jan. 5th

3.  Brownstone Country Club & Resort Fall Festival in Marion  

Join us for a day filled with fun activities, delicious food, live music, and more! Sunday, Nov. 10th from 2-5 pm

4. Winter's Night: Tales of Christmas Wonder at The Center for the Arts in Russellville

The River Valley's rock Christmas Extravaganza is back for the sixth year! Sat, Nov 16th from 7-9:30 pm


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