Active Families: 7 Family-Friendly Walks This Weekend
Looking for some non-spooky fun this weekend (Oct. 31-Nov. 2)? Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and get active at one of the seven family-friendly walks and runs in central Arkansas, including the Full Moon Walk on the Big Dam Bridge and the Puppy Up! Walk at MacArthur Park.
1. 5th Annual Full Moon Walk at the Big Dam Bridge: Ozark Mission Project and the Big Dam Bridge Foundation presents this family-friendly walk across the Big Dam Bridge. The walk begins simultaneously from both the Little Rock and North Little Rock sides of the river. Participants walk over to the other side and back for a total of 1.8 miles on the lit Big Dam Bridge. Attendees are asked to bring non-perishable food items and drop them off at the collection stations. The Full Moon Walk features special guest Craig O’Neill, a light show, food trucks, special entertainment and glow-in-the-dark items available for purchase. A shuttle service for both sides of the river: Murray Park in Little Rock; Crystal Hill Elementary in North Little Rock, begins at 6 p.m. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. 7 p.m. Nov. 2. For info: (501) 804-6686, BigDamBridge.org. FREE!
2. Just Communities of Arkansas 15th Annual Walk for CommUNITY at River Market Pavilions: Wear your walking shoes and bring children, strollers, pets on leashes, friends, family and neighbors for a celebration of Arkansas' open, diverse and spirit-filled community. The family-friendly and accessible route begins and ends at the River Market pavilions. Music, entertainment, t-shirts and refreshments will be provided for all registered walkers. Funds raised support JCA's youth and community leadership programs. Advance tickets $25; day of $30, students $10, families up to five people $50. 3-5 p.m. Nov. 2. For info: (501) 372-5129, click here.
3. Arkansas in Support of Fathers March & Rally in Downtown Little Rock: Arkansas Fatherhood and Family Initiative leads this event that includes a walk to the State Capitol and guest speakers. The event highlights the importance of fathers in the lives of their children and encourages parents to be more involved in the upbringing of their children in a positive way. 11 a.m. Nov. 1. For info: (501) 366-6677, click here. FREE!
4. 2 Million Dogs Puppy Up! Walk at MacArthur Park: Friendly, vaccinated dogs and their families are invited to this silent auction and 2-mile walk to promote awareness of canine cancer and fundraise for comparative oncology research. Registration and silent auction begin at 11 a.m.; walk kicks off at 1 p.m. Nov. 1. $20-$25; under 14 free. For info: click here.
5. Making Strides 5K Walk Against Breast Cancer at North Shore Park in North Little Rock: Be part of this network of breast cancer awareness events all over the nation, uniting more than 300 communities to finish the fight. Start and end the walk at North Shores Park--everyone is invited! Making Strides walkers turn awareness into action by helping raise more than $60 million for the American Cancer Society each year to save more lives from breast cancer. 8-10 a.m. Nov. 1. For info: (501) 603-5226, click here. FREE!
6. Aspire 5k Run/Walk at Two Rivers Park: Aspire Christian Academy hosts a run/walk to increase awareness of learning disabilities and raise money for this unique school. Registrants will receive a commemorative t-shirt (while supplies last). $35; kids ages 2-12 are $12. 8-11 a.m. Nov. 1. For info: (501) 224-1418, click here.
7. 5K Run/Walk for Childhood Fitness at LRSD Administration Building: Life Champs presents a walk/run that focuses on fitness for school-aged kids. Big cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place finishers! $30, students K-12 $10. 8:30 a.m. Nov. 1. For info: (501) 255-0950, LifeChamps.com.
For more events, browse our full online calendar here.