Memorial Day in central Arkansas: things to do, places to see

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – It is time for the summer kick-off weekend of Memorial Day in Arkansas.

Arkansas communities have events both to commemorate those whose sacrifice led to this day’s tradition and get families outside in the late-spring air.

Little Rock has events taking place throughout the weekend.

The zoo hosts Red, White and Zoo over the Memorial Day weekend, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Family events are planned to include pop-up animal encounters. Active and veteran military will be admitted for $6 with ID.

On Memorial Day itself, the day starts with the A Memorial Day Pancake run to benefit Team Red, White and Blue, a veterans charity that will take place at 7 a.m. on May 29 at Fleet Feet Little Rock, 11525 Cantrell Road.