North Little Rock, Arkansas

Holidays in North Little Rock

The North Little Rock Northern Lights Holiday Festival will be on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 510 Main St. in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

North Little Rock’s Northern Lights event is a magical winter celebration that transforms the Argenta Arts District into a festive wonderland. Held annually, this holiday event features stunning light displays, live entertainment, holiday markets, and family-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy the dazzling lights, listen to carolers, take photos with Santa, and savor seasonal treats from local vendors. The event aims to bring the community together in the spirit of the holidays, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere that enchants residents and visitors alike.

Northern Lights event vendors
Northern Lights event vendors selling baked goods
Northern Lights vendor market
Northern Lights pictures with Santa
Northern Lights pictures with props
Northern Lights pictures in front of large Christmas tree
Northern Lights event at night with lights in the tree
Northern Lights during the day with large Christmas tree

A free holiday event for all ages, Northern Lights will have a holiday market; photos with Santa; live music; and North Little Rock’s 38-foot Christmas tree. Food trucks as well as Flyway Brewing will have food and drinks available for purchase. For mixed drinks or more food options, restaurants and bars within the Argenta Outdoor Dining District allow patrons to order to-go beverages to consume within dining district boundaries, which include Argenta Plaza.

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This holiday season will be busy with many great events in North Little Rock like the Piccolo Zoppé’s Winter Circus presented by North Little Rock Tourism at the Argenta Greens at Bishop Lindsey Avenue and Magnolia Street. The Circus will perform from November 13-22, 2026.

Other Great Holiday Events

Mayor’s Tree Lighting – November 17

Kick off the Holiday season with the lighting of North Little Rock’s massive 38-foot Christmas tree right at the heart of the Argenta Arts District at the Argenta Plaza on November 17, 2026.

Piccolo Zoppé’s Winter Circus – November 13-22

What better time than the Christmas season to gather your family and indulge in live entertainment at its finest. 
Piccolo Zoppé Winter Circus, is a magical European circus that is sure to capture your heart. The Zoppé  family has been performing since 1842.
When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by some of our performers in our gathering tent where you’ll be entertained by them and invited to emerge in the surroundings, stepping back in time, and indulging in European pastries, popcorn, cotton candy, and other delectable delights. 
As you enter the main tent you will soon become aware that our circus is ardently different. Petite and unique. You will become enchanted with our performance and before you leave you will be part of our family. 

North Little Rock Christmas Parade – December 13

North Little Rock’s annual Christmas Parade will be on December 13, 2026, on Main Street through the Argenta Arts District. Don’t miss out on this yearly tradition!