Rainy Day & Indoor Activities
Rainy day putting a damper on your plans? Craving an escape into cool, refreshing air conditioning? Don’t sweat it!
From hands-on museums and creative play spaces for kids to galleries, live entertainment, and laid‑back hangouts for grown‑ups, Little Rock is packed with fun indoor adventures for every age and interest - no sunshine required.
Tap into Your Sporty Side
If you’re stuck indoors, you might as well engage in some friendly competition. Get your head in the game at these Little Rock indoor sporting attractions.
Rowdy Hog Pickleball - Indoor pickleball courts available for open court play, leagues, or lessons (11201 Bass Pro Dr, Ste N109)
Arkansas Skatium - Stay cool at this ice rink where you can figure skate or play hockey, or enjoy roller skating and broomball (1311 S Bowman Rd)
Perks and Re-creation - Unique indoor disc golf with an on-site boutique and a speakeasy bar (229 W Capitol Ave, Ste A)
Swing Social - Golf simulation bays to practice your technique or play a competitive game, plus delicious food and drinks (11121 N Rodney Parham Rd, Ste 1B)
Chicane Sim Racing - Arkansas’s first state-of-the-art sim racing lounge, featuring eight high-end full-motion racing simulators (11201 Bass Pro Pkwy, M-128)
Little Rock Climbing Center - Over 4,000 sq.ft. of climbable terrain that is friendly to both beginners and seasoned pros (12120 Colonel Glenn Rd, Ste 7000)
Kid-Friendly Fun
If you’re in town with the kids, these family-friendly activities will be sure to score!
Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park - One of the nation's top indoor amusement parks and playgrounds (801 S Bowman Rd)
Defy Little Rock -Indoor park with Ninja-Warrior obstacle course, a flying trapeze, extreme slack lines, aerial silks, foam pits, and more (4711 Talley Rd)
Intrigue Little Rock - Immersive and interactive escape rooms, live theater, and puzzle-solving adventures (11201 Bass Pro Pky, Ste M 159)
Mystery Mansion Escape Room - Award-winning multi-room escape room games set in a double historic home (2122 S Broadway St)
Museum of Discovery - One of the best children’s museums in the country, a hands-on way to explore science (500 President Clinton Ave, Ste 15)
The Wonder Place - A 5,700-square-foot playspace and toy store (10301 N Rodney Parham Rd)
Find more activities, such as arcade games, bowling, movie theaters, and laser tag, on our family fun page.
Admire Art
Little Rock's art scene ranges from contemporary works to regional history, giving you plenty of ways to spend an afternoon indoors. Browse these galleries for something to look at, learn from, or take home.
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts - A world-class museum offers an inspiring blend of visual arts, performing arts, and educational experiences (501 E 9th St)
Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History & Art - Arkansas’s largest free-standing Arkansas studies facility, featuring art galleries, a bookstore, and more (401 President Clinton Ave)
Cantrell Gallery - A long-standing Little Rock art gallery offering local and regional artwork, unique gifts (8208 Cantrell Rd)
Art Group Gallery - A real, working studio featuring the work of 16 artists and more than 180 original oil paintings (11525 Cantrell Rd, Ste 910)
Discover more art galleries and museums in Little Rock.
Eat & Shop
While it may not be the optimal time to enjoy outdoor patio dining, you can still enjoy the best of Little Rock’s food and drink scene. These Little Rock restaurants and cafes give you plenty of reasons to stay indoors.
Rainy day or not, Little Rock has no shortage of places to shop. Browse these local boutiques and stores for gifts, home goods, and everything in between.
See a Show
Little Rock's stages stay busy year-round with live music, plays, and touring shows. Catch a play, a comedy show, or a band on any given weekend at these venues.
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