5 Events for Weekend Fun: Funland Amusement Park Season Opening, Easter Egg Hunts & More
It's officially springtime in central Arkansas, and pleasant temperatures, blooming flowers and Easter events beckon families to get outdoors! This weekend, you'll also find a few final spring break activities and the season opening of Burns Park's Funland Amusement Park!
Spring Break Week at Heifer Village: Say goodbye to spring break with one final activity day at Heifer Village! Kids can explore global cultures and issues, take photos in the Farmer Photo Booth and make a shredded paper sheep craft. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 26. For info: (501) 907-2697, Heifer.org. FREE!
Funland Amusement Park at Burns Park in North Little Rock: This small family amusement park opens for the spring and summer season this weekend! The park features rides for young children, including a carousel, train and cups-and-saucers ride. Park is open March 26-Sept. 25. Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.; 1-6 p.m. Sun.; by group appointment only Thu. & Fri. $10 unlimited ride pass; $1-$2 per ride. Info: (501) 753-7307, NLRPR.org.
Burns Park Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Pavillion 10 in North Little Rock: Kids ages 1-9 are divided into three age groups, with only 25 children seeking out Easter eggs at any given time. When they aren't on the hunt, children can participate in various games and holiday activities, enter to win prizes and take pictures with the Easter Bunny. 9-11 a.m. March 26. For info: (501) 753-7307, NLRPR.org. FREE!
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Annual ThatChurch.com Egg Drop at Sylvan Hills Football Field in Sherwood: A helicopter drops 43,000 candy-filled eggs into the football stadium full of waiting kids—talk about an epic Easter event! Children ages 1-10 can participate in the hunt, and are encouraged to wear superhero costumes for this year's themed event. Photo opportunities with popular superheroes, entertainment and food trucks will keep kids occupied until eggs start falling from the sky. The stadium will fill up fast, so early arrival is suggested. Gates open at 10:15 a.m. March 26. For info: (501) 833-4673, ThatChurch.com. FREE!
28th Annual Community Easter Sunrise Service at First Security Amphitheater: Celebrate Easter in downtown Little Rock, as thousands gather on the banks of the Arkansas River with music, scripture and fellowship. This ecumenical service is organized to serve the central Arkansas community by Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church (PHUMC). Music will be offered by the combined choirs of PHUMC , St. Edward Catholic Church, and First Baptist Church of North Little Rock. Special entertainment will be provided by soloist Veena Akama-Makia, Ozark Point Brass, and the gospel quartet “Justified.” This is a non-denominational service for all ages. The dress is casual and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Leashed dogs are welcome. 7 a.m. March 27. For info: (501) 664-3600, CommunitySunriseService.com. FREE!