The best things to do in Benton

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Pleasant Valley Country Club is West Little Rock’s favorite reset, with 27 holes to roam, a championship layout by Joe Finger, calming lake…

1 Pleasant Valley Dr (Little Rock)

Pleasant Valley Country Club is West Little Rock’s favorite reset, with 27 holes to roam, a championship layout by Joe Finger, calming lake views, lively tennis and pickleball, and legit dining to close it out. Treat yourself to a midweek game plan that actually sticks.

From the Little Rock newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

18 Colonel Glenn Plaza Dr (Little Rock)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Film Alley Breckenridge is your all-in-one hangout this week with new flicks, throwback favorites, and an actual dine-in menu so you don’t…

1200 Breckenridge Dr (Little Rock)

Film Alley Breckenridge is your all-in-one hangout this week with new flicks, throwback favorites, and an actual dine-in menu so you don’t live on popcorn alone. Catch a movie, then stick around for duck pin bowling and the arcade because why end the night early?

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Topgolf Little Rock

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Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

5 Top Golf Wy (Little Rock)

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

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Need a local spot where your drive gets better and the family stays happy? Eagle Hill Golf & Athletic Club brings championship golf with a…

3A Eagle Hill Ct (Little Rock)

Need a local spot where your drive gets better and the family stays happy? fun.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

17314 I-30

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Golf course where the condition of the greens is praised.

1 The First Tee Wy (Little Rock)

Golf course where the condition of the greens is praised.

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When cabin fever hits, Big Rock Mini Golf & Fun Park has mini-golf that’s actually tricky, zippy go-karts, bumper boats for splashy…

11411 Baseline Rd (Little Rock)

When cabin fever hits, Big Rock Mini Golf & Fun Park has mini-golf that’s actually tricky, zippy go-karts, bumper boats for splashy revenge, an aerial adventure course, a batting cage, arcade games, and even a maze. Easy win for families, friend groups, or a low-stakes date night up in Little Rock.

From the Pine Bluff newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Golf World

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Golf World has over 400 feet of hitting space with 10 covered, fan-cooled stalls, 15 open-air spots, and two real-grass tee areas refreshed…

4705 S University Ave (Little Rock)

Golf World has over 400 feet of hitting space with 10 covered, fan-cooled stalls, 15 open-air spots, and two real-grass tee areas refreshed daily, so your practice actually feels like golf. Grab a bucket, sneak in mini golf with the fam, or book a lesson this week... it’s the easiest local reset for your swing.

From the Little Rock newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Chenal Country Club

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Chenal Country Club is Little Rock’s cheat code for a better week, with two Robert Trent Jones, Jr. championship courses dialed for every…

10 Chenal Club Blvd (Little Rock)

Chenal Country Club is Little Rock’s cheat code for a better week, with two Robert Trent Jones, Jr. championship courses dialed for every swing, plus tennis, a resort-style pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and legit dining. The vibe is welcoming, the camaraderie real, and the calendar full all year.

From the Little Rock newsletter, August 18, 2026

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