8 Events for Weekend Fun: Free Admission at Clinton Center, New Exhibit at Museum of Discovery
Whether you're already singing Christmas carols or holding out for Thanksgiving, this weekend is chock-full of family fun. Avoid the holidays completely and visit the Museum of Discovery's new exhibit for toddlers or take advantage of the Clinton Center's free admission day. Or, jingle all the way into merry events that offer photos with Santa, seasonal shopping and more!
Building Buddies Exhibit at Museum of Discovery: This exhibit for preschoolers allows visitors to construct their own neighborhood with hands-on stations for decorating, building, tiling, painting and more! 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 14; 1-5 p.m. Nov. 15. Free with admission: $10, children 12 and younger $8, children under 12 months old free. Info: (501) 396-7050, MuseumOfDiscovery.org.
Free Admission Day and 11th Anniversary at Clinton Presidential Center: On Saturday, November 14, celebrate the Center's 11th Anniversary with a free admission day. Take advantage of the opportunity to see Coca-Cola: An American Original, as well as all the permanent exhibits. Acoustiguide audio tours narrated by President Clinton are also free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 14. Info: ClintonPresidentialCenter.org. FREE!
Preview Event & Santa's Arrival at Bass Pro Shops: Watch the unveiling of Santa's Wonderland and the tree lighting. Guests can make a free stocking, snap a pic with Santa, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies from 6-8 p.m. The first 100 kiddos receive a plush toy. 5 p.m. Nov. 14. Info: (501) 954-4500, BassPro.com. FREE!
Playaway Gift Shop Open House at Arkansas Children's Hospital: Start your holiday shopping at this tax-free shopping event. Special guest, Mallory Hardin Brooks, will read to the children. Plus, families can enjoy Arkansas Festival Ballet performances, choir performances, exciting deals in the Playaway Gift Shop and a chance to meet the Holiday Card artists at a reception in the Train Room at 3 p.m. 1-4 p.m. Nov. 15. For info: (501) 364-1209, ARChildrens.org. Entry FREE!
For more holiday shopping events, read our Seasonal Shopping article.
Museum School Sale at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds: Take a walk through the Arkansas Arts Center Museum School Sale where guests find original artwork, handcrafted items and one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. All items are made by students or faculty members of the Arkansas Arts Center Museum School. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14. Free parking and admission. Info: (501) 372-4000, ArkansasArtsCenter.org.
Race the Base Trail Run & Kingfisher Kids Run at Pinnacle Mountain State Park: Race the Base is a 4-mile Trail Run with a mixture of paved trail, gravel road and technical single track. This race is for experienced trail runners. Kids 12 and under run the .5 mile paved course immediately following the 4-mile base run (approximately 10:30 a.m.). Families are welcome to run with smaller children if needed. All kids will receive a finisher's medal and the first 50 kids to register receive a custom Kingfisher Kids Medal at the finish. 8:30-11 a.m. Nov. 14. Price: $30 for base run; kids run is $5. Info: (501) 707-5989, ArkansasOutside.com.
Breakfast with Santa at McCain Mall: Kids of all ages enjoy breakfast with Santa in Center Court. After breakfast, children participate in fun holiday activities! 9-10 a.m. Nov. 14. Info: (501) 758-6317, Simon.com. FREE!
Read our extended article of where to get pet photos with Santa.
CARE's Paws with Santa Claus at Cammack Village City Hall: Bring your friends, kids, or pets for photos with Santa! A $15 sitting fee includes a professional 5x7 photo; Christmas card packages available. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 14 & Dec. 5; noon-5 p.m. Nov. 15 & Dec. 6. $15 sitting fee. Info: (501) 603-2273, CareForAnimals.org.