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Things to do in Little Rock with kids in November 2026

Updated Nov 3, 2026

6 upcoming family events this month.

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Top picks

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    1. GloWild at the Little Rock Zoo

    When
    Thu, Oct 29 – Sun, Jan 3 · Select nights, Oct 29, 2026–Jan 3, 2027, 5–9 PM; last entry 8:30 PM. Closed Nov 8 (private event), Nov 26, Dec 24–25 and Jan 1.
    Where
    Little Rock Zoo · Midtown
    Price
    General admission $22.50 per person (ages 3+); Family 4-Pack $72. Members $19.50 / $64. 2 and under free. SNAP/EBT $10 per person at the gate (limit 6). Online fees may apply.
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    The zoo's holiday lantern festival: large handcrafted silk lanterns of wildlife and nature, glowing pathways and photo spots, plus seasonal treats. It is one of the zoo's biggest fundraisers.

  2. 2. UA Little Rock Winter Fest

    When
    Tue, Nov 17 · Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 5–7:30 PM
    Where
    University of Arkansas at Little Rock · Midtown
    Price
    Free admission, parking and activities. Food trucks extra.
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    A free holiday kickoff on campus, with light displays along Trojan Way, an ice rink (skates provided), kids' crafts, storytelling, a holiday movie for children, two inflatable snow-globe photo booths, live music, and free hot cocoa, cookies and cider. Food trucks will be there too.

  3. 3. Northern Lights Holiday Festival (North Little Rock)

    When
    Sat, Nov 21 · Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, 3–7 PM
    Where
    City of North Little Rock · North Little Rock
    Price
    Free. Food, drinks and market items extra.
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    A free holiday festival for all ages in the Argenta Arts District, with light displays, a holiday market, photos with Santa, live music and North Little Rock's 38-foot Christmas tree. Food trucks will sell food and drinks.

  4. 4. Creepy Crawly Day Camp at the Museum of Discovery

    When
    Mon, Nov 23 – Tue, Nov 24 · Monday, Nov 23 and/or Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026, 8 AM–5 PM
    Where
    Museum of Discovery · Downtown & River Market
    Price
    $95 per day ($85 members) per the camp page.
    Ages
    Ages 6–10

    A Thanksgiving-break day camp for ages 6–10 all about icky science and slithery creatures, with experiments, crafts, science shows, museum time and outdoor play. You can pick one day or both.

  5. 5. RCR Gobbler Turkey Trot & Tom's Tiny Trot

    When
    Thu, Nov 26 · Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov 26, 2026. Tom's Tiny Trot (ages 0–8) 7:45–8 AM; fun run 8–11 AM.
    Where
    Rock City Running · West Little Rock
    Price
    Free ($0 registration). Bring canned or non-perishable food or a cash donation for the Arkansas Foodbank.
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    A free Thanksgiving-morning fun run (3, 4 or 6 miles) that collects food for the Arkansas Foodbank. Tom's Tiny Trot is a short parking-lot loop for kids 0–8 before the main run.

All events in November 2026

Sunday, Nov 1

GloWild at the Little Rock Zoo

When
Thu, Oct 29 – Sun, Jan 3 · Select nights, Oct 29, 2026–Jan 3, 2027, 5–9 PM; last entry 8:30 PM. Closed Nov 8 (private event), Nov 26, Dec 24–25 and Jan 1.
Where
Little Rock Zoo · Midtown
Price
General admission $22.50 per person (ages 3+); Family 4-Pack $72. Members $19.50 / $64. 2 and under free. SNAP/EBT $10 per person at the gate (limit 6). Online fees may apply.
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

The zoo's holiday lantern festival: large handcrafted silk lanterns of wildlife and nature, glowing pathways and photo spots, plus seasonal treats. It is one of the zoo's biggest fundraisers.

Tuesday, Nov 17

UA Little Rock Winter Fest

When
Tue, Nov 17 · Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 5–7:30 PM
Where
University of Arkansas at Little Rock · Midtown
Price
Free admission, parking and activities. Food trucks extra.
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

A free holiday kickoff on campus, with light displays along Trojan Way, an ice rink (skates provided), kids' crafts, storytelling, a holiday movie for children, two inflatable snow-globe photo booths, live music, and free hot cocoa, cookies and cider. Food trucks will be there too.

Saturday, Nov 21

Northern Lights Holiday Festival (North Little Rock)

When
Sat, Nov 21 · Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, 3–7 PM
Where
City of North Little Rock · North Little Rock
Price
Free. Food, drinks and market items extra.
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

A free holiday festival for all ages in the Argenta Arts District, with light displays, a holiday market, photos with Santa, live music and North Little Rock's 38-foot Christmas tree. Food trucks will sell food and drinks.

Monday, Nov 23

Thursday, Nov 26

RCR Gobbler Turkey Trot & Tom's Tiny Trot

When
Thu, Nov 26 · Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov 26, 2026. Tom's Tiny Trot (ages 0–8) 7:45–8 AM; fun run 8–11 AM.
Where
Rock City Running · West Little Rock
Price
Free ($0 registration). Bring canned or non-perishable food or a cash donation for the Arkansas Foodbank.
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

A free Thanksgiving-morning fun run (3, 4 or 6 miles) that collects food for the Arkansas Foodbank. Tom's Tiny Trot is a short parking-lot loop for kids 0–8 before the main run.

Friday, Nov 27

Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story (AMFA Children's Theatre)

When
Fri, Nov 27 – Sun, Dec 13 · Public shows Nov 27–Dec 13, 2026: Friday, Nov 27 at 10:30 AM, then Saturdays 10:30 AM and 2 PM; Sundays 2 PM. Sat Dec 5: 10:30 AM audio-described, 2 PM ASL-interpreted. Sun Dec 6 2 PM: sensory-friendly.
Where
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts · Downtown & River Market
Price
$15 ($12 members). Children 2 and under free on an adult's lap.
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

A new holiday musical from AMFA's Children's Theatre, a funny, heartfelt take on the gingerbread man set in Elizabethan England. It runs 60 minutes and suits all ages.

FAQ

Questions parents ask

What are the best kids events in Little Rock in November 2026?

Our top picks for November 2026: GloWild at the Little Rock Zoo, UA Little Rock Winter Fest, Northern Lights Holiday Festival (North Little Rock), Creepy Crawly Day Camp at the Museum of Discovery and RCR Gobbler Turkey Trot & Tom's Tiny Trot.

Which November 2026 events are free?

3 events in November 2026 are free, including UA Little Rock Winter Fest, Northern Lights Holiday Festival (North Little Rock) and RCR Gobbler Turkey Trot & Tom's Tiny Trot. For free picks right now, see Free this weekend.

What's happening this weekend?

We list 1 family event for Nov 13–15, 2026. See them on This weekend.

Are there multi-week exhibits I can visit any day?

Yes. These run for more than a week: GloWild at the Little Rock Zoo (through Jan 3, 2027) and Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story (AMFA Children's Theatre) (through Dec 13, 2026). Check each listing for open days and hours.

How do I know event details are accurate?

Zippy Guide is the weekend list for Little Rock parents: an independent, family-friendly guide to things to do in Little Rock — story times, museums, parks, farmers markets, classes and open gym times. We gather details from organizers' public websites so you can plan your weekend in minutes. We're independent and not affiliated with the organizers listed. Times and prices change, so always verify before you go.