Halloween Events
Get ready for thrills, chills, and everything in between. Little Rock’s Halloween lineup offers spooky surprises and seasonal celebrations for all ages.
Put together a creative costume and make your way to enchanting parties, spine-tingling performances, and heart-pounding movie nights. Don’t miss out on these fang-tastic Halloween events!
Spooky Sprint
October 3, 2026 | 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. | 120 Riverfront Park Dr, North Little Rock, AR 72114
Ghosts, ghouls, and runners, oh my! This Halloween-themed race invites participants of all ages to hit the course in costume and enjoy festive perks like a designer shirt, custom medal, chip-timed results, free photos, and sweet treats at the finish line.
Boo Bash
October 3, 2026 | 1 - 7 p.m. | 11400 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72202
Michaels on Markham is going all out for this family-friendly craft and maker event. Browse local vendors, food trucks, and bookstores set up outside, then head in-store for hands-on crafting stations where you can learn wreath and bow making, whip up monster and ghost-themed creations, and more.
ASO PRESENTS: Halloween Spooktacular With Arkansas Circus Arts
October 17 - 18, 2026 | 426 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201
Dress up in your costume and head to the Robinson Center for a hauntingly fun night with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and Arkansas Circus Arts. Enjoy thrilling acts by acrobats, stilt walkers, jugglers, and more, all while ASO performs iconic Halloween music.
Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Nell Campbell
October 20, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | 426 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201
Join Nell Campbell, the original "Columbia" for a screening of the Rocky Horror Picture Show. See this cult classic in a brand-new 4K restoration, complete with a live shadow cast and full audience participation. There will be a costume contest, plenty of surprises, and every ticket includes a prop bag so you can join in on all the action.
Tammie Brown's Spooktacular
October 24, 2026 | 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. | 412 Louisiana St, Little Rock, AR 72202
Singer, songwriter, and drag artist Tammie Brown is bringing her long-running show to Club Sway. Throughout the evening, enjoy original music, Halloween classics, and seasonal storytelling, plus complimentary admission to the after-party featuring DJ Porterhaus.
Beloved Pet Ofrenda
October 24 - November 1, 2026 | 1 Zoo Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Little Rock Zoo with a special ofrenda honoring the memory of beloved pets. This meaningful display invites the community to reflect, remember, and share stories of the animals that touched their lives. Visitors are welcome to view the ofrenda throughout the celebration and enjoy themed décor, cultural elements, and a space for remembrance.
Big Boo!seum Bash 2026
October 29, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Various Locations
Ready for one of the most fun Halloween nights in Little Rock? The 2026 Big Boo!seum Bash invites kids and families to trick-or-treat through local museums for free. Come in costume and enjoy candy, spooky surprises, and hands-on activities around every corner.
The AlchemyXXII Masquerade Witches Ball
October 30, 2026 | 8 - 11 p.m. | 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72201
Dress in your finest ballgown, formal attire, and masquerade mask for Arkansas's premier Samhain gala, The Witches Ball. Enjoy live aerial performances, striking installations, and dancing throughout the night. Photo opportunities are around every corner during this immersive Halloween celebration.
Art for Two: Spooky Bolo Ties
October 30, 2026 | 6 - 9 p.m. | 501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72202
Grab a friend and create your own custom Halloween-themed bolo tie at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. You'll learn how to safely use a torch flame and solder hardware to a steel plate, then bring your design to life with color and unique details before finishing it off with a vibrant cord tie. Class materials are included and no experience is required.
Art on Film: Nosferatu
October 30, 2026 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | 501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72202
Watch one of the earliest masterpieces of the horror genre on the big screen at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. This screening of Nosferatu pairs with AMFA's exhibition The Age of Anxiety: German Expressionism in Art and Film.
Beetlejuice
October 30 - November 1, 2026 | 426 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201
Catch this musical adaptation of Tim Burton's Beetlejuice throughout Halloween weekend. This hilarious musical is sure to keep you entertained with its incredible script and a score that is out of this Netherworld.
Creep 'N Crawl - Half Marathon, 5K, Virtual, & Lil' Monsters Dash
October 31, 2026 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | 6900 Two River Park Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223
Bring your scariest, silliest, and most creative costume to Two Rivers Park for this Halloween race. Sign up for the half marathon, 5K, or virtual option, or bring the kids for the Lil' Monsters Dash. Kids age 10 and under get a long sleeve shirt, race number, and treat bag when they finish the race!
The Official Halloween Bar Crawl
October 31, 2026 | 4 p.m. | Multiple Downtown Little Rock Locations
Little Rock’s Halloween Bar Crawl is your ticket to a weekend packed with creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and nonstop fun. Enjoy exclusive drink specials, free cover at every stop, professional photos, and a lively after-party. Your ticket includes drinks and access to the full crawl map. Whether you're going spooky, silly, or stylish, this is the ultimate way to celebrate Halloween in the capital city.
Halloween is one of the many ways fall comes alive in Little Rock. Check out our fall guide to uncover all the seasonal adventures waiting you this autumn.
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