From carnival lights to rooftop movies to a little more Mardi Gras, it’s a great weekend to be in the capital city. Let’s get into it.
Thursday, May 15
“Sally” at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts // As part of the Arkansas Cinema Society’s Sneak Series, attendees will be among the first to see this documentary following the indomitable Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Not only will it cover her groundbreaking career, but explore the personal life she kept hidden for decades. Showtime is 6:30 p.m. Learn more here.
DiamAndes Wine Dinner at Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe // Let’s enter the weekend with glasses raised, shall we? The renowned DiamAndes vineyard will be sharing five Argentinean wines alongside a five-course meal at the River Market restaurant. It starts at 6:30 p.m., but seating is limited, so reserve your spot ASAP. Learn more here.
Rooftop Cinema: “Waiting to Exhale” at Sixth & Scott // It’s back, movie people. The 2025 season of movie nights with a view kicks off with this iconic 1995 flick starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, Lela Rochon and Loretta Devine. Rock Town Distillery will be on hand for themed cocktails and Yum Yum Halal for the food, and you can bring chairs and blankets to spread out and enjoy the view. Showtime is at sunset, or about 8:15 p.m. Learn more here…