Good morning, Little Rock.

The Promenade at Chenal is ready for the holiday rush as shoppers gather today with new store offerings and festive events like Selfies with Santa—extra staff are on hand for safety.

General Manager Linda Hinton said that busy crowds will fill the center throughout the weekend.

Black Friday sales draw more shoppers into stores than any other day — the annual event now marks the start of the Christmas shopping season even as consumer confidence wanes.

A central Arkansas small business prepared for its busiest season by planning a Black Friday sale that offers unique items and backs local merchants—shoppers seeking special deals are expected to visit in large numbers.

Promenade at Chenal is ready for the holiday season with new offerings — including winter activities planned for Black Friday weekend.

Shoppers will find the center prepared for busy days this season.

Capital Hotel is preparing for Christmas by unveiling its festive decor — including a holiday tree provided for the 42nd time by Tipton and Hurst — to uphold a cherished tradition.

The 31st Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony streamed live on November 28 and honored notable community leaders for their work—viewers can watch the full event online.

Rex Nelson’s Southern Fried Podcast featured Little Rock native Porter Briggs discussing his new book 'South, Towards Home: An Unexpected Love Story'—he shared how his Army experience in Germany and local upbringing shaped his life.

Tyler Cass recapped the high school football playoff semi-finals in Arkansas, noting key plays and close efforts by the teams that set up a showdown in the finals – his report focused on the game action that won over fans.

His review delivers clear details to help everyone understand how the teams reached this stage.

Brunch with Santa

11 AM – 2 PM — Rusty Tractor Vineyards — Free entry — Enjoy live music, delicious brunch from food trucks, and festive activities with Santa for the family.

Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour

3:00-4:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting sounds of the Vienna Light Orchestra this holiday season.

Little Rock Wind Symphony: Holiday Holidays

7:30-9 p.m. — Pulaski Technical College The Center for Humanities and Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive evening of holiday classics with choral and dance performances.

Home for the Holidays Celebration

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Albert Pike Memorial Temple — Check website for costs — Celebrate 10 years of holiday cheer with live music and a silent auction.

Fresno State Bulldogs vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Men's Basketball

3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting basketball matchup between the Bulldogs and Razorbacks.

Cliff & Susan at River Bottom Winery

3-7 p.m. — River Bottom Winery — Cost not specified — Enjoy a musical evening with the dynamic duo Cliff & Susan, blending piano, fiddle, and guitar.

Fast Track to Java 17 and Object-Oriented Development

8 a.m. — Security Training Institute of Arkansas — $2250 — Intensive training designed to elevate programming skills in Java and object-oriented development over five days.

The Signal Featuring Radiolab

6-8 p.m. — CALS Ron Robinson Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the fascinating intersection of science and storytelling in this live Radiolab show.

Christmas Trees for a Cause

The Arkansas School for the Blind Alumni Association is spreading holiday cheer with fresh Christmas trees at 2600 West Markham from 9 AM to 7 PM daily. Pick the perfect tree and help brighten the season for blind and visually impaired students across Arkansas.

Visit Santa at the Zoo

10 AM – 2 PM — Little Rock Zoo — Included with admission — Celebrate the season with a festive photo with Santa and enjoy all the magic the Zoo has to offer.