From movie nights to cool caverns — we’ve got some summertime fun on our list for this weekend. 

Anytime Fun: 

Explore an Arkansas Cave 

Keep your cool at these five Arkansas caverns. 

Make-Ahead Breakfasts

School is coming! Get into the swing of earlier days with these make-ahead breakfast ideas. 

Al Fresco Dining

The SoMa and Argenta districts have created social-distance friendly spots for families to enjoy dining out. Order curbside and enjoy dinner in the fresh air. 

On a Schedule:

Put these activities on your calendar. 

Catch “Blueberry’s Clubhouse” 

“Blueberry’s Clubhouse” from Arkansas PBS continues its run this week. This week will feature submissions from the talent show. Tune in to see if your kid is on the show! 

The Details: 

When: Friday | 10 a.m. 

Where:

Arkansas Travelers Movie Night at Dickey-Stephens Park  

This Friday, families are invited to enjoy Disney-Pixar’s “Finding Nemo” under the stars at Dickey-Stephens Park. There are two social-distance seating options: you can buy general admission tickets or reserve a 10’x10’ square of the field. Either way, you can grab plenty of ballpark snacks.

The Details: 

When: Friday | Gates open at 6 p.m., movie starts at 7:30 p.m. 

Where: Dickey-Stephens Park | 400 W. Broadway St., North Little Rock

Get Tickets: Find them here

Wiggle Worms at Museum of Discovery 

The Museum of Discovery’s Wiggle Worms — their bi-weekly class for kids 6 and under — is back, with a few changes. The class will now be held in the Great Hall to allow for social distancing and all staff and visitors over 10 must wear a mask.

The Details: 

When: Saturday | 10:30 a.m. 

Where: The Museum of Discovery Great Hall | 500 President Clinton Ave., Suite 150

Guidelines: 

  • All staff and visitors over the age of 10 must wear a face covering 

  • Social distancing with people not in your party is encouraged

  • Note: Gigabyte Café, Tinkering Studio and Tesla Theater are currently closed

Enter the Ozone Action Days Chalk Mural Contest 

Put your now well-honed sidewalk chalk skills to use by joining Metroplan’s sidewalk mural competition in honor of Ozone Action Days (OAD) — a campaign to help protect air quality in the region. Families are encouraged to submit their original chalk designs featuring OAD activities for a chance to be featured on MetroPlan.org.

The Details: 

When: You have until by August 28 to submit your artwork

Where: Your driveway | Send submissions to LStewart@Metroplan.org 

Easterseals Arkansas Walk With Me 5K 

This annual event is going virtual to help keep participants safe. That means you can transform your family walk into a chance to raise funds for this local non-profit. Check out this post from Little Rock Soiree for more details!

The Details: 

When: You have until September 19 to complete your 3.1 miles 

Where: Register here and walk your favorite route 

Grab and Go at a Local Farmer’s Market

We found a few places where you can find delicious, healthy food for your family while supporting local farmers!

Little Rock Farmers' Market

When: Saturday | 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: River Market Pavilions, 400 President Clinton Ave.

Argenta Farmers Market (formerly Dogtown)

When: Saturday | 8 - 10 a.m. 

Where: 410 Main St., North Little Rock

Whitewater Tavern Market

When: Saturday | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Where: 2500 W 7th St, Little Rock

Bernice Gardens Farmers Market

When: Sunday | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

Where: 1401 Main St.