The Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau announced today that renovations that began in 2022 on the 220,000-square-foot convention center will be completed in the summer of 2025.
The hard work of organizers, trainers, volunteers and racers will pay off on the first weekend of March when thousands hit the streets for the Little Rock Marathon. After months of prep, racers will rejoice at the finish line as they’re donned with a shiny finisher’s medal.
The master plan detailed the perception of Little Rock as it relates to crime, suggested ways to increase diversity and recommended tourism improvements. Throw in a hotel with a water park and play some DJ Khaled.
The River Market’s food court, Ottenheimer Hall, is overdue for a makeover. Regular maintenance has taken priority in recent years, but city leaders are pushing for new money to jazz the place up a bit.
Concerts are returning to the First Security Amphitheater this summer after a limited number of shows in 2021 and no performances in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. But the line-up thus far has inspired criticism from At-Large Little Rock Director Antwan Phillips.
The Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau revives its annual series of free outdoor concerts in September, with performances from Genine LaTrice Perez, Rodney Block, Tonya Leeks and more.