Electronics Recycling Drop-Off
2025-10-21 07:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-22 07:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Simmons Bank Arena Parking Lot, 1 Simmons Bank Arena Drive, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114, United States
If you are a Pulaski County resident or a local business, school, or church operating in Pulaski County, you can bring old electronics to the parking lot drop-off at Simmons Bank Arena on Tuesday, October 21st and Wednesday, October 22nd from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. For the full list of accepted items, go to RecyclingUnplugged.com.

Unsheltered Outreach Fair
2025-10-24 10:00 - 14:00 | North Little Rock Riverfront Park, 100 Riverfront Park Drive, North Little Rock, AR, 72114, United States
The City of North Little Rock is sponsoring an Outreach Fair for the unsheltered community on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 10 am – 2 pm at Riverfront Park, 120 Riverfront Park Drive in North Little Rock. The purpose of the Outreach Fair is to share resources with our unsheltered community and improve the quality of life for citizens needing assistance. Numerous community organizations and sponsors have stepped up to contribute to the event.

Unsheltered Outreach Fair – Connect with resources, services, and support systems designed to improve the quality of life for individuals in our unsheltered community.

Amnesty for the Unsheltered Community – Clear all non-violent misdemeanor warrants without fear of arrest.

This is a safe space for hope, help, and second chances.

Location: 120 Riverfront Drive, NLR

For more information, contact Officer Shana Cobbs, NLRPD Liaison to Unsheltered Community

501-975-8780 | 📧 NLRUNSHELTERED@NLR.AR.GOV

#NLRCARES #AmnestyDay #UnshelteredOutreachFair

If you want to support the unsheltered fair, please get in touch with North Little Rock Police Officer Shay Cobbs, Liaison to the Unsheltered for the City of North Little Rock at NLRunsheltered@nlr.ar.gov

National Prescription Drug Take Back
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00
The National Prescription Drug Take Back will be held Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 10 am – 2 pm. NLRPD Officers will be accepting your unused, expired, or unwanted prescription medication in the South parking lot at McCain Mall (3929 McCain Blvd). Everyone who drops off their unwanted prescription drugs will receive giveaways from NLRPD, while supplies last.

If you want to dispose of medications during any other time, the NLRPD (1 Justice Center Dr. NLR) has a permanent drop box located in the lobby area of the Police Department available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Therapeutic Recreation BOO! Ball at North Heights
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 | North Heights Community Center, 4801 Allen Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72118, United States
The North Little Rock Therapeutic Recreation Program is hosting the annual BOO! Ball for adults who have disabilities, ages 18 years and up on Tuesday, October 28. Register to attend at ahavens@nlr.ar.gov or 501-690-0059.

Gymnastics Kids' Day Out Event
2025-10-31 00:00 - 23:59 | North Heights Community Center, 4801 Allen Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72118, United States
Looking for something fun while the kids are out of school? We have got you covered with our gymnastics kids’ day out! It’s the perfect way to let your kids’ burn energy, learn new skills, and celebrate the season while school is out. Parents enjoy a little break while we take care of the fun. Costumes are welcome!

Gymnastics kids day out events: October 17th and 31st, 2025

Open gym at 9am -$5, this event is supervised open/free play in the North Heights Community Center gymnastics gym.

Pop up class at 12:30p -$10, this is structured instruction where kids will learn gymnastics skills.

Spooky Fun for All at Glenview CC
2025-10-31 17:30 - 19:30 | Glenview Community Center, 4800 E 19th Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72117, United States
Spooky Fun For All! Join us at Glenview Community Center (4800 E. 19th St.) for a spooking time on Friday, October 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Bounce House, Costume Contest, Monster Mash Dance, Trunk or Treat and Spooky Fun Games. Sponsored by NLRPR and New Hope Baptist Church. Call 501-945-2921 for more details.

Spooky Fun For All! Join us at Glenview Community Center (4800 E. 19th Str.) for a spooking time on Friday, October 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Bounce House, Costume Contest, Monster Mash Dance, Trunk or Treat and Spooky Fun Games. Sponsored by NLRPR and New Hope Baptist Church. Call 501-945-2921 for more details.

Trunk or Treat at North Heights CC
2025-10-31 17:30 - 19:30 | North Heights Community Center, 4801 Allen Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72118, United States
Trunk-or-Treat….we have something good and sweet. Come join us for a SPOOKTACULAR time on Friday, October 31st from 5:30 to 7:30pm at North Heights Community Center (4801 Allen Street). Music, games, hot dogs, popcorn, candy, face painting, and lots of fun. Presented by North Heights Community Center, Levy United Methodist and Cross Journey Church.

Trunk or Treat at Sherman Park CC
2025-10-31 17:30 - 21:30 | Sherman Park Community Center, 624 Beech Street, North Little Rock, AR, 72117, United States
Sherman Park Community Center will be hosting our annual TRUNK OR TREAT on Friday, October 31 at 5:30PM until 9:30PM at 624 N Beech Street. This event is free and open to the public. There will be candy, popcorn, and a hayride for our families. In exciting news, you can expect the return of our popular HAUNTED HOUSE. Join us if you dare!!! For more information, call 501-340-5373.

Trick or Treat at Rose City CC
2025-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Rose City Community Center, 400 Rose Lane, North Little Rock, AR, 72117, United States
Trick or Treat – Join us at Rose City Community Center for free candy, music, and friendly family fun for all ages! Halloween Night from 6pm to 8pm on Friday, October 31, 2025 at 400 Rose Lane. Call 501-945-8036 for more details.

NLR Community Concert Band Presents Special Occasions: 2.0
2025-11-02 15:00 - 16:30 | Hays Senior Center, 401 W Pershing Blvd, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114, United States
The North Little Rock Community Concert Band will conclude its 2025 concert season with a performance on Sunday afternoon November 2nd, at the Patrick Henry Hays Center at 401 W. Pershing Blvd in North Little Rock. The 70-minute, family-friendly concert begins at 3:00 PM. Under the baton of Music Director Rico Belotti, the all-volunteer ensemble of 100-plus musicians will present a program of music that he calls “Special Occasions: 2.0.” The concert will feature music which celebrates a number of special occasions which are celebrated by various organizations, religions, and individuals around the world. For more information about the band or the concert call 501-920-2539, or visit www.nlrcommunityband.com or the band’s Facebook page. All NLR Community Band concerts are free to the public.

Dark Hollow CDC Benefit Gala
2025-11-07 18:30 - 19:00 | North Little Rock Community Center, 2700 Willow Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114-2228, United States
The Gala will benefit the Dark Hollow Community Development Corporation.The Dark Hollow Community Development Corporation (DHCDC) launched its first educational program with great success on Saturday, August 16, 2025. The Introductory Cell Phone Skills Session, envisioned by DHCDC Educational Development Leader Ornett Grind, was hosted at McCabe Chapel United Methodist Church, 1523 N. Pine Street, by member Dr. Brenda Lewis.

NLR MYC Suds for Scholarships Car Wash
2025-11-08 13:00 - 16:00
Support the next generation of community leaders!Join the North Little Rock Mayor’s Youth Council at our upcoming fundraisers — from car washes to community nights — and help fund scholarships and service projects that make a difference.

Nov. 8: Suds for Scholarships Car Wash at McGee Park (1–4 PM)Nov. 13: Chick-fil-A Spirit Night — mention NLRMYC when ordering on the app (5–8 PM)Jan. 15: Tacos 4 Life Fundraiser — mention NLRMYC when you order (5–9 PM)Spring 2026: Community Garage Sale — details coming soon!

You can also support us year-round by purchasing a Council yard sign or supporting member service projects.

Every donation, car wash, and meal helps us give back to our community. Thank you for helping NLRMYC make a difference!

City Closed - Veteran's Day
2025-11-11 00:00 - 23:59
City of North Little Rock offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day 2025

NLR Sanitation will run regular routes this week.

Groundbreaking for ALoft
2025-11-12 11:00 - 11:30
You are invited to celebrate the beginning of an exciting new development at the corner of East Broadway Street and North Poplar Street in North Little Rock.

Piccolo Zoppé Circus Begins
2025-11-13 00:00 - 2025-11-22 23:59
The circus will run from November 13 to 22, 2025, near the Argenta Plaza. Times will vary by day.

NLR MYC Chick-fil-A Spirit Night
2025-11-13 17:00 - 20:00

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
2025-11-17 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-15 17:00 - 18:00 | North Little Rock Community Center, 2700 Willow Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114-2228, United States
The Parks and Recreation Commission meets the third Monday (the following Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) of the month.

A listing of the scheduled meeting dates, locations, and members can be found here.

Mayor's Tree Lighting
2025-11-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Argenta Plaza, 510 Main Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114, United States
Mayor Terry Hartwick along with several North Little Rock children will light the City’s Christmas tree in Argenta Plaza Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The community is invited to attend the Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season and bring non-perishable food items to donate to those in need.

Come early and enjoy S’mores (sponsored by First Security Bank), hot chocolate and cider, entertainment from Argenta Community Theater, and receive a commemorative Christmas ornament.

Everyone is encourage to bring canned goods for the unsheltered and item for the NLR Animal Shelter.

Mayor Terry Hartwick along with several North Little Rock children will light the City’s Christmas tree in Argenta Plaza Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The community is invited to attend the Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season and bring non-perishable food items to donate to those in need.

Come early and enjoy S’mores (sponsored by First Security Bank), hot chocolate and cider, entertainment from Argenta Community Theater, and receive a commemortive Christmas ornament.

Everyone is encourage to bring canned goods for the unsheltered and item for the NLR Animal Shelter.

Northern Lights Festival
2025-11-22 00:00 - 23:59 | Argenta Plaza, 510 Main Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114, United States
Details coming soon.

NLR City Council Meeting
2025-11-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-22 18:00 - 19:00 | North Little Rock City Hall, 300 Main Street, North Little Rock, AR, 72114, United States
The North Little Rock City Council meets the 2nd and 4th Monday (the following Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) at 6:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers.

The agenda is posted by Wednesday prior to the upcoming meeting.

Upcoming Council Agenda

Council Archives

You can watch our meetings on City Comcast Channel 11, AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, or the North Little Rock Government Facebook page.

Find out more about your North Little Rock City Council Members here.

City Closed - Thanksgiving
2025-11-27 00:00 - 2025-11-28 23:59
City offices are closed in observance of the holiday.

AIMM Remembers Pearl Harbor: 84th Anniversary
2025-12-07 11:58 - 13:00 | Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum, 120 Riverfront Park Drive, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114, United States
Who: CDR Alan Malone USN (Ret); CPT Randy Malone, USN (Ret)

What: State and local dignitaries will commemorate 84 years since the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor at the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum (AIMM) located in North Little Rock.

When: Sunday, December 7, 2025, 11:58 a.m.

Where: Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum120 Riverfront Park DriveNorth Little Rock, AR 72114Alternate location if inclement weather:River House, located at 140 Riverfront Drive, North Little Rock, 72114 (between the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum and Downtown Riverside RV Park)

Why: Sunday, December 7, 2025, marks 84 years since the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Arkansas is one of two locations – the other being Honolulu, Hawaii – with ships present at both the beginning and end of World War II. According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, of the millions who served, 119,550 World War II veterans are alive today. Around 1,144 World War II veterans live in Arkansas. We hope you will take time to thank a veteran during this historic week, step into their shoes for a day, and educate your family about this pivotal moment in our nation’s history. We hope you can join us to commemorate the 84th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

NLR Christmas Parade
2025-12-14 00:00 - 23:59
The Theme This Year is Winter Wonderland!

Click to sign-up or for more information: https://elks1004.org/parade

TubaChristmas Concert
2025-12-20 14:00 - 15:00
You are invited to attend a performance by tuba and euphonium players in one of the many 52nd anniversary TUBACHRISTMAS concerts and events presented throughout the world at McCain Mall (3929 McCain Blvd, North Little Rock).

If you desire to participate as a player/performer, you are invited to register and attend the rehearsal the morning prior to the performance at the Hasy Senior Center at 9:30 am. Wear bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $15 and includes one 2025 TubaChristmas commerative button. Cash or CashApp only. Music books available for $20 (small print) and $25 (large print).

Contact artubachristmas@gmail.com for more info and pre-orders.

tubachristmas.com

City Closed - Christmas
2025-12-24 00:00 - 2025-12-25 23:59
City offices are closed in observance of the holiday.

City offices will be closed:
Christmas Holiday: December 24 & 25
New Year’s Holiday: January 1

Sanitation will run December 24 and 31.
Sanitation routes will be delayed one day
December 25 & 26 as well as January 1 and 2.

City Closed - New Year's Day
2026-01-01 00:00 - 23:59
