Field Trip Finder Little Rock

Homeschool & family fun around Little Rock, AR

Homeschool programs, free outings and family events across Little Rock and central Arkansas, each checked with the museum, zoo, library or state page.

17current listings
13with upcoming dates
13free or no fee listed
8good for little kids (2–4)

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Tap a date to see that day's events. Only listings with set dates appear here; places you can visit any open day are listed further down.

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Library perks

Library perks for CALS cardholders.

Getting a card: Sign up at any Central Arkansas Library System branch.

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Local homeschool resources & groups
Homeschool co-ops & classesHomeschool days, discounts & library programs
Check before you go. We copy details from each venue's own page and show when we last checked. Where a page doesn't say something, we write "Not listed on source" instead of guessing. Dates sell out and programs change, so confirm with the venue.

The Good for little kids (2–4) marker means the venue's own page lists something for toddlers or preschoolers, such as a toddler storytime or free entry for the youngest kids. It's our planning note, not the venue's.

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Halloween events (4 listings)

Carnivals, festivals, corn mazes & spooky outings

Halloween and fall events around Little Rock, checked on the venue's, library's or state's page on Oct 23, 2026. Haunted attractions and adults-only events are left out. Look for the Good for little kids (2–4) marker for early, toddler-friendly options.

"Gingerbread" Haunted Houses at McMath Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), McMath Library · Little Rock (McMath Library · North Little Rock, Sherwood & Maumelle)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Mon, Oct 26North Little Rock, Sherwood & Maumelle

Decorate Halloween-themed "gingerbread" houses with candy and icing. Limited to the first 25 participants.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Oct 26, 2026

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  • When: Mon Oct 26, 2026
  • Time: 5–6 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids and families (the library lists several age groups)
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Scary Campfire Stories at Main Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), Main Library · Little Rock (Downtown · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Oct 30Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

Kids gather around the campfire to hear spooky stories.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 4–5 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids ages 6–12
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Howl-O-ween at the Little Rock Zoo

Little Rock Zoo · Little Rock (War Memorial Park · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
Halloween eventNext: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

A daytime costume day at the zoo. Meet the Happily Ever After characters 10 a.m.–12 p.m., with costume contests at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Every participant takes home a prize. No costume masks for adults. Activities are included with daytime admission.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (last admission 3:30 p.m.)
  • Price: Regular zoo admission: $12.95 adults (13+), $9.95 children 3–12, $10.95 seniors 60+ and military. Parking $3 per vehicle.
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ GloWild is a separate ticketed evening event that night, and daytime guests must leave at 4 p.m.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Bash! at Main Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), Main Library · Little Rock (Downtown · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

A Halloween party with treats, games and mystery crafts. Come in costume.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 4–5 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids ages 3–12
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick-or-treating (2 listings)

Trunk-or-treats & Halloween-night neighborhoods

Halloween falls on Saturday, Oct 31, 2026. Trick-or-treat and costume events from Friday, Oct 23 through Halloween, checked Oct 23, 2026.

Trunk-or-treats & trick-or-treat events, Oct 23–31

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Big BOO!seum Bash

Historic Arkansas Museum (with Mosaic Templars Cultural Center) · Little Rock (Downtown Little Rock · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
Trick-or-treatFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

A free downtown family event with several stops. At Historic Arkansas Museum there is the Twinkie Walk, fortune-telling, games and activities. The Arkansas Heritage calendar also lists the event at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. Come in costume and bring a candy bucket.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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  • When: Thu Oct 29, 2026
  • Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Monster Mash at the Children's Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), Children's Library · Little Rock (West Little Rock · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

The library's annual Monster Mash: spooky (but not scary) crafts, snacks and games, plus a Story Walk with tasty treats and other outdoor fun.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 10 a.m.–noon
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Families, all ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool days & classes (4 listings)

Homeschool Hangout at Rooker Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), Rooker Library · Little Rock (Southwest Little Rock · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Wed, Oct 28Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

A free weekly meet-up for homeschooled kids, with a themed hands-on activity each week: Oct 28 Pumpkin Jack math experiment set-up, Nov 4 science (blubber glove experiment), Nov 18 engineering (Thanksgiving parade float challenge) and Nov 25 math (fall escape room).

Upcoming dates: Wed, Oct 28, 2026; Wed, Nov 4, 2026; Wed, Nov 18, 2026; Wed, Nov 25, 2026

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Wed, Nov 25Apple / OutlookGoogle
  • When: Wed Oct 28, Wed Nov 4, Wed Nov 18 and Wed Nov 25, 2026
  • Time: 1–2 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids ages 6–12 (the library also lists teens 12–19)
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ This group meets weekly on Wednesdays. The library lists sessions only through Nov 25 so far.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Series at the Museum of Discovery

Museum of Discovery · Little Rock (River Market District · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
Science centerNext: Thu, Nov 12Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

Hands-on science labs for homeschoolers, with supplies included. Upcoming: Nov 12 Shark Dissection, Dec 10 Fish Dissection + Gyotaku art. The Jan 14 lab (Mad for Matter) is after this site's dates. Not suitable for children under 7 because of sharp tools and long participation time.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 12, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026

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  • When: Thu Nov 12 and Thu Dec 10, 2026
  • Time: 1:30–3 p.m.
  • Price: $17 per student for members, $25 per student for non-members
  • Ages: Ages 7–12
  • Booking: Register through the museum's Homeschool Series page.

⚠️ Wear clothing that can get messy and smelly for the dissection labs.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Kids at Maumelle Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), Maumelle Library · Little Rock (Maumelle · North Little Rock, Sherwood & Maumelle)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Tue, Nov 17North Little Rock, Sherwood & Maumelle

Stories and activities for elementary-aged homeschool kids, and a chance to meet local homeschool families.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Nov 17, 2026

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  • When: Tue Nov 17, 2026
  • Time: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids ages 6–10
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ Only the Nov 17 session is listed. An earlier session on Oct 20 has passed.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

SEEK: Science Enrichment Education for Kids (Arkansas 4-H)

C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center (University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture) · Little Rock (West Little Rock · West Little Rock & Pinnacle Mountain)
Science classOpens Tue, Dec 1 · through Sun, Jan 3West Little Rock & Pinnacle Mountain

A 12-week hands-on science program for homeschoolers, taught in an indoor and outdoor classroom, with labs, experiments, field experiences and dissections. Students attend once a week. Classes cover grades 1–2, 3–4, 5–6, 7–8, plus high school physical science (Tuesdays) and ecology (Fridays).

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  • When: Weekly for 12 weeks, Tue Dec 1, 2026–Fri Mar 12, 2027 (off two weeks at Christmas and one week in January)
  • Time: 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Price: $75 non-refundable registration deposit. The full session cost is not listed on the page.
  • Ages: Grades 1–12
  • Booking: Registration opened Aug 5, 2026. Check with the program about open spots.

⚠️ The page says the program can be paid for with Arkansas education funds as an eligible vendor. Spots may already be full, so ask before you plan around it.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Free outings (2 listings)

Historic Arkansas Museum: free galleries

Historic Arkansas Museum · Little Rock (Downtown Little Rock · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementDowntown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

Gallery admission is free. The museum sits on a historic city block with the oldest building in Little Rock and an 1850s farmstead. Grounds tours cost extra ($2.50 adults, $1.50 ages 65+, $1 under 18) and are free for members. Parking is free.

  • When: Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m.
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free galleries. Grounds tours $1 for under 18.
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ Weather can affect grounds tours.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Old State House Museum: free admission

Old State House Museum · Little Rock (Downtown Little Rock · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementDowntown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

Free admission to the original Arkansas state capitol, the oldest standing state capitol west of the Mississippi River. Exhibits and events are open to the public.

  • When: Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m.
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Family & holiday events through Jan 3, 2027 (5 listings)

Day of the Dead / Día de Muertos Festival at Main Library

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), Main Library · Little Rock (Downtown · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

A Día de Muertos festival with altars (ofrendas) adorned with photos, marigolds and mementos, and a drop-in craft corner for all ages (scratch sugar skull masks, bookmarks to color). Parking is free with validation in the library lot or deck, as space is available.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

GloWild at the Little Rock Zoo

Little Rock Zoo · Little Rock (War Memorial Park · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
Holiday lightsPrice not listedOpens Thu, Oct 29 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

The zoo after dark with larger-than-life handcrafted silk lanterns, glowing pathways and photo spots, plus treats. It runs on select nights.

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  • When: Select nights, Oct 29, 2026–Jan 3, 2027 (dates are on the zoo's calendar)
  • Time: 5–9 p.m. (last entry 8:30 p.m.)
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages (the zoo says a ticket is required for ages 3 and up)
  • Booking: Tickets are sold online or at the gate. Members get discounted tickets.

⚠️ The zoo's GloWild page does not list ticket prices.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

"Oak-tober" Hike & Craft at Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Pinnacle Mountain State Park · Roland (Arkansas Arboretum Trail · West Little Rock & Pinnacle Mountain)
Nature programFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31West Little Rock & Pinnacle Mountain

A half-mile loop hike on the Arkansas Arboretum Trail to identify oak trees by leaf and bark and learn why leaves change color. Afterwards, write with oak gall ink to take home. Bring water and wear good hiking shoes. Meet at the Arboretum Trailhead.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 10–11 a.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

The Little Rock Holiday Parade

Downtown Little Rock · Little Rock (Broadway & West Markham · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Sat, Dec 5Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

Family festivities start at 2 p.m. The parade begins at 3 p.m. at Broadway and West Markham, with a float competition, and ends near I-30. A fireworks show at the Arkansas State Capitol wraps up the evening.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 5, 2026

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  • When: Sat Dec 5, 2026
  • Time: 2–5:30 p.m. (parade at 3 p.m.)
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Holiday Open House & Black Crafted Christmas Market

Mosaic Templars Cultural Center · Little Rock (Downtown Little Rock · Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock)
Holiday eventFree (per source)Next: Sun, Dec 6Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown, Midtown & Central Little Rock

A free, family-friendly holiday celebration with photos with Black Santa and Mrs. Claus, a hot chocolate bar, Christmas cookies, performances by local school groups and the Arkansas Made Black Crafted Christmas Market.

Upcoming dates: Sun, Dec 6, 2026

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  • When: Sun Dec 6, 2026
  • Time: 1–4 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The event text calls it an "evening" event, but the listed time is 1–4 p.m. Check the time before you go.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.