Super Summer Spectacular: Swimming Holes, Family Festivals, Ice Cream and More
by Blair Neel on 7/21/2016 7:00am
Summer—we just can't get enough of the water parks, the fresh food, the outdoor activities, the family festivals. For the past three years, Little Rock Family has dedicated our July issue to all of the fun that summer in Arkansas offers. We call it our Super Summer Spectacular—and that's exactly the kind of summer your family will remember when you follow some of our ideas for summer fun!
Click on the following links to find full stories about each topic. And, don't forget, you can always check out our online calendar to see what's happening around central Arkansas each week.
General
Festivals, Events & Exhibits
Water Activities & Destinations
- 6 Family-Friendly Float Trips
- 9 Family Water Parks and Splash Pads
- 8 Secret Swimming Holes
- 8 Water Sports to Enjoy on the Lake—From Stand-Up Paddleboarding to Spearfishing
Foodie Fun
- Ice Cream Spots in Central Arkansas
- Pick Your Own Berry Patches
- 6 Farmers Markets in Central Arkansas
- How to Make Your Own Jam
- 15 Easily Prepared Healthy Road Trip Snacks To Pack for Your Kids
Summer Movies
Outdoor Exploration
- 6 Activities and Attractions at Garvan Woodland Gardens
- Free Family Summer Camp at Bass Pro Shops
- Park Adventure and Creativity Kit Backpacks at Lake Dardanelle
- 7 Free Dog Parks in Central Arkansas
Summer Reading
- Laman Library's Free Summer Reading Program
- Central Arkansas Library System's Free Summer Reading Program
Homemade Fun
Museums
- Amazeum Family Discovery Center Opening in July
- Tesla Coil Debuts at Museum of Discovery
- Newly Renovated Mid-America Science Museum in Hot Springs
- Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibit at Clinton Presidential Center
- Mindbender Mansion Puzzle Exhibit at Museum of Discovery