Fall happenings in Little Rock

As the weather starts to get a little brisk and the leaves begin to change color, all over the United States people know that fall has arrived. The same is true in Little Rock. The kids have gone back to school, the summer clothes have been packed away, and now it is time to get out and do some of the fall activities that Little Rock is known for.

Adult Only

Lots of activities are family friendly in Little Rock in the fall. North Little Rock Taste for Business isn’t necessarily one of them. It has been happening early in the fall for the last 22 years. For 2018, it will be on September 27th at Verizon Arena from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.

This event is a chance to sample food and drink from some of the best restaurants, beverage distributors and caterers that the area has to offer. Over 1000 people will pay $20 each in advance and $25 at the door to enjoy two hours of great food and drink.

Arkansas State Fair

For ten days every fall, the Arkansas Fairgrounds come to life with the sounds of the midway, livestock, entertainment and beauty competitions. Livestock is an important component of this fair and the judging and award presentation are well attended. October 11-21, 2018.


Main Street Food Truck Festival

September 8, 2018 will see the 8th Annual Main Street Food Truck Festival from 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Over 50 food truck will be offering a wide selection of food. Additionally, there will be music, artists, and vendors on Main Street It will again span six blocks North and South along Main Street and three blocks East and West along Capitol Avenue.

Harvest Fest

Head to the historic Hillcrest neighborhood for a full day of family fun on November 3, 2018. It starts early with a bird walk in Allsopp Park at 7:00 a.m. The pancake breakfast starts at 9:00 a.m. and the farmers market will be open from 7 a.m. to noon. The festival opens at 11 a.m. and goes on into the evening with live entertainment. The Kids Zone is a favorite destination for the youngsters. Check out their website for places and times.

Pumpkin Patch

Motley's Farm Pumpkin Patch September through October 31 on the weekends. Pick a pumpkin, take a tractor-drawn carriage ride, jump on the hay bales and enjoy the animals on the farm. Feed is for sale if the kids want to feed them.

 Arkansas Cornbread Festival

The fifth edition of the Arkansas Cornbread Festival, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct 27, 2018, brings local flavor, live music, and vendors to South Main Street. Come early and plan to stay all day enjoy everything that will be offered including musical acts, local breweries, and vendors selling Arkansas-made food, crafts, and gifts.

When it comes to fall happenings in Little Rock, you will find yourself overwhelmed by the number of choices. Overwhelmed in a good way, that is.


More information:

http://nlrchamber.org/chamber-news/a-taste-for-business-3

http://www.heart.org/lrwinefestival

www.motleyspumpkinpatch.com/index.html