Events in Conway today

Pottery and Podcast Night at the Conway Art Center offers a relaxed creative session where participants choose a pottery piece, enjoy frozen yogurt, and paint while a podcast plays in the background. It provides a refreshing way to unwind, suitable for individuals, friends, or groups. No prior experience is required, and the welcoming setting makes it easy to create something uniquely your own.

Explore the Disappearing Nine Patch quilting technique. Using 5-inch squares, participants sew a classic nine-patch block, cut it into smaller units, and reassemble the pieces to reveal a fresh, contemporary design. The process is beginner friendly, relying on simple stitches while delivering striking results.

The entry fee is $6. Payouts are provided as credit and increase with attendance.

Game Goblins in Little Rock hosts a Modern tournament where players move through multiple Swiss rounds with a possible top cut based on attendance. The event uses a Casual Rules Enforcement Level, with certified judges and staff on hand. Participants should bring a Modern legal deck and be comfortable with current Modern rules and Competitive REL procedures, since qualifying may include a playoff. Entry is 10 dollars. Prizes are awarded as full store credit to players who make the top cut.

Explore meditation in a welcoming, all-levels class designed to help you tune into your inner guidance and strengthen the connection between mind and body. Instruction introduces foundational practices like focusing on the breath, scanning the body, and using visualization, along with tools such as breathwork, mudras, and guided meditation. The emphasis is on cultivating mindfulness, easing stress, and supporting overall well-being in a supportive setting where you can deepen your personal practice.

Spend an evening at Game Goblins in Conway playing Magic: The Gathering in the Commander constructed format. Build around a legendary leader and face off in tables of four, with multiplayer matches where the last player remaining takes the win. Both new and experienced players are welcome for a casual competitive atmosphere, and an in-store Magic Judge is available to answer rules questions and provide guidance. Entry is $8. Every participant receives a Set Booster and a random promo card, and each pod winner also earns an extra Set Booster along with a Promo Pack.

Coheed and Cambria take the stage for a rock concert highlighted by strong vocals and intricate guitar riffs, offering an evening of live music for rock fans.

Start the morning with a relaxed sunrise spin on the Arkansas River Trail. Riders meet at the Big Banana sculpture in Murray Park. This casual, no drop ride prioritizes a friendly pace and conversation, with the group usually covering about 10 to 12 miles at roughly 12 mph, though the distance is decided together. Bring a helmet, a water bottle, and a sense of adventure. For questions, contact Recreation Coordinator Mike Simmons at msimmons@littlerock.gov or send a direct message.

Learn to piece a classic gingham quilt while keeping borders coordinated. Karen New provides instruction that builds foundational quilting skills as participants complete this project. The pattern comes together quickly, making it a dependable option when a handmade gift is needed on a short timeline. It works well as a baby quilt, pairs nicely with holiday fabrics, shows off fall prints, and can be customized for many occasions.

Celebrate ethical business leadership at the 2026 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics and Spark Awards, honoring Arkansas organizations and individuals who model integrity and trust in the marketplace. This annual gathering at the Clinton Presidential Center brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and community champions from across the state for recognition, conversation, and connection over lunch. The program highlights Torch Awards recipients in four business categories, presents the Spark Award to a rising company that blends innovation with principled leadership, and spotlights winners of the BBB Student Video Contest. Dr. Rhonda Mattox, a board-certified psychiatrist, a leadership strategist recognized nationally, and creator of The Cost of Silence, delivers the keynote, You Should 'NO' Better, encouraging candid dialogue that builds trust, shapes culture, and advances ethical leadership.

Vino's in Little Rock hosts a live music event featuring performances by The Callous Daoboys, Kaonashi, Girl Of Glass, and Wielded Steel. The event is open to attendees of any age.

At Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards, guests can look forward to a relaxed, blue-accented gala supporting the Arkansas Autism Foundation and the community it serves. The evening blends easygoing style with a touch of sophistication, featuring hearty hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer, live entertainment, interactive games, photo-worthy moments, and a spirited silent auction. The auction spotlights the Master Puzzle Piece collection, showcasing custom wooden pieces created by local artists, alongside attraction and event tickets, themed baskets, gift certificates, and more. Attire is smart yet comfortable, such as polished denim, dressy separates, or imaginative cocktail looks, especially in shades of blue. Each $70 ticket helps deliver essential resources, inclusive programs, expanded outreach, and grants and scholarships for individuals with autism across Arkansas. The event is presented by the Arkansas Autism Foundation, which is dedicated to fostering greater independence for Arkansans with autism.

A group meditation gathering that explores simple, accessible practices. Each week focuses on techniques that can help reduce stress, lessen anxiety, and support overall health. No prior experience is required.

This weekly Magic: The Gathering Pauper tournament brings players together for competitive matches. The entry fee is $8, and prize support gives one play booster per win.

Enjoy an evening of Magic: The Gathering in the Commander format at Game Goblins in Little Rock. Bring a Commander constructed deck and sit down in four player pods for multiplayer, free for all battles where the last player remaining wins the pod. An in store Magic Judge is available for rules questions and guidance. The entry fee is $8. Every participant receives one Set Booster and a random promo card, and each pod winner also earns an additional Set Booster and a Promo Pack.

Low Gap takes the stage at Stickyz with their five-piece band for a spirited set that highlights thoughtful songwriting and dynamic performance. Brothers Gus and Phin Johnson weave 90s alt-country and Americana with a modern country sensibility, drawing on roots in Ohio and eastern Kentucky. After a year and a half of heavy touring and a run of singles, the duo has released its debut album, Geneva, earning attention from both mainstream listeners and critics across the country landscape. Special guests will be announced. All ages are admitted. General admission is $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the show.

Coffee + Connections is a casual, conversation-first meetup for business owners and professionals who prefer genuine relationships to sales talk. Taking place at 317 Coffee and Cafe, it centers on authentic dialogue over coffee without the awkward feel of a sales meeting. Attendees can expect a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with open conversation and easy, organic introductions among local business owners and professionals. There is no planned program, no elevator pitches, and no expectation to make the rounds. The format is intentionally simple. Name tags and rapid-fire introductions are left out, and there is no emphasis on collecting business cards. It suits small business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals who value relationships over transactions, as well as anyone curious about a modern, relationship-first approach to networking. Membership is not required.

Your CarPros Zach and Tyler at Chris Crain Hyundai are clearing out vehicles that have been in stock for more than 90 days. Expect a broad selection of cars, trucks, SUVs, and Certified Pre-Owned Hyundais, priced to move with an emphasis on a fast, simple purchase process. Trade-ins are welcome. Schedule in advance with Zach and Tyler to receive a voucher for $500 off. If you are looking to upgrade, downsize, or switch into something different, quantities are limited and availability is first come, first served. Bring your license and any vehicle you plan to trade.

Vibes and Verses Poetry Night welcomes ages 16 and up to the Southwest Community Center for a warm evening devoted to spoken word and community. Admission is free, complimentary refreshments will be available, and stage time sign-ups are free with limited spots. Performers can share original work, while listeners are welcome without registration to relax, connect, and enjoy the atmosphere.

Feeling constantly busy, stressed, or tired can take a toll. This restorative yoga class offers a calm space to slow down and truly rest. The focus is on comfort, stillness, and ease rather than building strength or flexibility, helping to activate the body’s relaxation response and support healing from within. With bolsters, blankets, and blocks, you will be fully supported in a small number of floor-based poses held for about five to twenty minutes, allowing muscles to release, the mind to settle, and the nervous system to shift into a restful state. The class welcomes all levels and requires no previous experience. It is especially helpful for stress, burnout, fatigue, injury recovery, or anyone seeking a slower, more mindful counterbalance to an active routine. Expect to finish feeling steady, refreshed, and deeply restored.

Commander Night in Little Rock centers on Magic: The Gathering’s Commander format at Game Goblins. Bring a Commander-legal deck and settle into four-player pods for multiplayer free-for-all games, with the last player remaining winning the pod. The atmosphere suits both seasoned veterans and players new to Commander, and an in-store Magic Judge is available for rules questions and guidance. Entry is $8. Every participant receives one Set Booster and a random promo card, and each pod winner also earns an additional Set Booster and a Promo Pack.

George Brant’s play brings Sister Rosetta Tharpe into focus, charting a key moment in her career while highlighting her far-reaching impact on gospel, rock and roll, and popular music. Blending music with dramatic storytelling, it offers an intimate and uplifting portrait grounded in themes of rediscovery, respect, and recognition for artists who helped shape American culture. The performance runs about 90 minutes and is recommended for ages 13 and up. Tickets are $20, with a $15 rate for members. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc., with support from Cardinal Counseling, Virgil L. Miller, Jr., the Rebsamen Fund, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. Support for Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs comes in part from The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family.

Magic: The Gathering Commander at Game Goblins in Conway features constructed play in four player pods, with multiplayer free for all matches where the last player standing wins. An in store Magic Judge is available for rules questions and guidance. The entry fee is $8. All participants receive one Set Booster and a random promo card, and each pod winner also receives an extra Set Booster and a Promo Pack. The setting offers a friendly blend of casual and competitive play for experienced players as well as those new to Commander.

Play Magic: The Gathering in the Modern format. The entry fee is six dollars, and prize credit is determined by how many people take part.

The newly opened West Little Rock Farmers Market brings together local farmers and makers on Saturdays through October. Shoppers can find seasonal produce, fresh-baked breads and pastries, and a selection of additional locally made goods. It offers an easy way to support small producers while picking up fresh ingredients and treats in one stop.

Learn to stitch eye catching Lollie Wheels quilt blocks with Jen Kingwell’s Mixed Bag of Lollies fabrics. Under the guidance of instructor Debbie Landers, you will use careful cutting and thoughtful strip placement to create a refined pinwheel look while keeping the back of each block flat and tidy. The method uses half square triangles made from Lollies strips so the blocks come together quickly. Each finished block measures 8 inches, and the pattern is provided with the class. Designed for beginners, this session emphasizes accurate cutting and piecing, precise results from strategic strip placement, efficient half square triangle construction, and techniques that reduce seam bulk for smoother blocks. The class fee is $40, and enrollment is capped at 12 students. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, thread, bobbins, scissors, a 6 by 24 inch quilting ruler, a 5 by 10 inch quilting ruler, a rotary cutter, and a seam ripper. Fabric needs include three quarters of a yard each of seven different Lollie fabrics, three quarters of a yard for binding, and four yards for backing. Lollie fabrics are available at The Quilt Shop at Linda Marie’s. A wool ironing mat and an iron are recommended.

Players can compete in the Pokemon Standard format. The entry fee is 6 dollars, and prize credit will be determined by how many people attend.

Game Goblins in Conway hosts a Magic: The Gathering Reality Fracture Prerelease, giving players an early look at the new set through a Sealed Deck event. Each participant receives a Prerelease Kit with six Draft Boosters, a foil promo card, and a spin-down life counter, then builds a 40-card deck from those cards. Matches are run in a Swiss format, with the number of rounds based on attendance. Newcomers and longtime players are welcome to play, trade, and enjoy the community. The entry fee is $35. Set Boosters are awarded according to standings, and promo cards or additional prizes may be offered depending on turnout. Bringing card sleeves, a deck box, and a positive attitude is recommended for a smooth and enjoyable experience.

The Wandering Workshop brings a hands-on Mission Embossable session to The Spot Social, where participants create a personalized embossed art piece to take home. Bring a favorite saying to imprint, then follow step-by-step instruction with all materials provided. Tickets are $45 per person and include the guided workshop and small bites. Bottomless mimosas can be added for $20, and a frame is available as a $10 add-on.

Anatomy of Love brings fashion, elegance, and purpose together for a high end runway showcase at Chenal Country Club. Attendees can look forward to original designs for men and women, live entertainment, and fine dining in a setting that honors love in all its forms. A portion of proceeds benefits the Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation (ASDF), supporting resources and opportunities for individuals and families affected by autism.

This community trade night welcomes attendees to bring their cards to swap with others or trade with the store. Admission is free. Participants can benefit from a higher trade percentage and connect with vendors from across the state.

Solve a comedic whodunit while enjoying dinner at an interactive true crime experience from The Dinner Detective. The mystery unfolds in a modern-day setting and in real time, with performers blending into the crowd so anyone could be part of the story. Guests may even be tapped as prime suspects as they work to crack the case. This social evening is designed for adults and mixes laughter, intrigue, and improvised surprises with a full meal. The Dinner Detective has presented immersive murder mystery productions nationwide since 2004.

Discover locally grown produce, fresh baked bread and jams, plus pottery, jewelry, artwork, and more at the Bernice Garden Farmers’ Market.

Riftbound Nexus Nights brings players together at Game Goblins in Little Rock for a friendly 1v1 Constructed tournament that rewards sharp play and thoughtful deck building. Participants use their own tournament legal Riftbound decks and compete in Swiss rounds determined by attendance, leading to a top cut that pays out in store credit. Every entrant receives a Nexus Night Promo Pack at check in, and the top cut earns a full store credit payout scaled by turnout, with the possibility of additional promos or prizes when attendance is higher. The entry fee is $10 per player. Suitable for both veteran duelists and those new to the Rift, this recurring event offers a welcoming place to play, learn, and connect with the local community.

Trainer J's Kids Club offers a free session that teaches the basics of the card game and how to trade cards with friends.