10 Events for Weekend Family Fun
It feels like summer out here in central Arkansas, so what better way to spend your weekend than at KampOut! Summer Day Kamp at Little Rock Christian Academy? If you'd rather stay indoors, catch "Godspell" at The Rep or attend a princess tea party with your little princess at the Castle on Stagecoach.
Friday
Whole Kids Club at Whole Food Market: Enjoy storytime, songs and fun foodie activities! Free snacks and crafts. Come out and enjoy the fun! This week will feature Brain Games with special guest Brain Balance and crafts by Wildwood Park. 10 a.m. For info: website. FREE!
Saturday
Running of the Bulls at the Clinton Presidential Center: A fun run benefitting Family Promise of Pulaski County (FPPC) and The Van. The event is modeled after the running of the bulls in Spain, but instead of runners being chased by bulls, they are chased by "roller bulls" who are members of central Arkansas' roller derby leagues (Central Arkansas Roller Derby and Girls Rollin in the South). 4-6 p.m. Tickets are $35, $15 for children. For info: (501) 372-0733, website.
Kidstock at Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library & Learning Center: Bring your blankets and chairs to this family-friendly music festival. The fun includes tree painting, yoga, sack races, bubbles and Purple Cow ice cream. 2 p.m. For info: (501) 978-3870, website. FREE!
Explore at Chenal Valley Church: Explore your talents with the church! Use art, science, engineering and baking to help the kids explore their talents and teach them to use those talents to serve others. Sing, play and have a lot of fun. And lunch will be provided too! For kids 4 years old through 6th grade. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For info: (501) 868-9808, website. FREE!
PTSD Awareness Walk/Run at the Big Dam Bridge: A friendly competition between various branches of the armed forces to determine which branch has the fastest runners. A run clock, iced towels and bottled water are available free of charge. Start and finish at the Big Dam bridge connected to the Arkansas River Trail. Family, friends and all military branches are welcome. Tickets are $30. 7-10 a.m. For info: (501) 246-5341, website.
Sunday
Little Rock Wind Symphony presents A Stars & Stripes Celebration: It's our annual Flag Day Salute to the red, white and blue. We've got hand-clapping marches, flag-waving patriotic songs and toe-tapping Broadway show tunes. Bring the kids and your picnic baskets to an old-fashioned concert in the park! Israel Getzov conducts. 7-8:30 p.m. For info: (501) 666-0777, website. FREE!
“Godspell” at The Rep: A rock musical that blends the Gospel According to St. Matthew with an unbridled sense of joyous play. Tickets range from $40-$55. 7 p.m. For info: (501) 378-0405, website.
Princess Tea Party at the Castle on Stagecoach: The Little Mermaid, The Island Princess and The Arabian Princess are in attendance for June's Princess Tea Party. Parties include horse-drawn carriage rides, tea, treats, musical performances, princess dances and complimentary photos with the princesses. Tickets are $60, $50 for children. Call for reservations. 12:30 p.m. For info: (713) 304-3434, website.
Friday-Sunday
Arkansas Family Fun Days Across Little Rock and North Little Rock: Start your summer right with a weekend of quality time with the family! A collaboration between Arkansas family attractions, Family Fun Days encourages parents and kids alike to get out of the house and have fun together. Click here to see all the deals happening around the city. Coupons for participating businesses are available on the website. 8 a.m.-noon. 12:30 p.m. For info: (501) 227-4332, website.
KampOut! Summer Day Kamp at Little Rock Christian Academy: Little Rock Christian Academy is bringing the fun of Kanakuk, one of the largest Christian summer camps in the nation, to Little Rock. Camp costs $250. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For info: (417) 266-3000, website.