2025 Event Schedule
49th Annual Carti Foundation Sugar Plum Ball
Visions of sugar plums dance in their heads, and on the dance floor as each little princess and her Prince Charming steps into a storybook setting. Enjoy an evening of dancing, dining, tiaras and memories to last a lifetime.
The evening is filled with holly jolly cuteness, while attendees enjoy an elegant date night of dancing, dining, tiaras and lots of holiday sweets, all to raise money for the CARTI Auxiliary and services for cancer patients.
J Collins Photography with Santa Kennedy
🎅🏾✨ Can’t wait to see all the smiling faces again this year! Last time these sessions sold out in just a few days don’t sleep on it, y’all! Book your spot now and let’s make some Christmas magic together! ❤️🎄
Black Friday at the Museum
Capture your holiday memories at the museum! Bring your family out to meet the one and only New England Santa School-certified Santa in the state of Arkansas—featured in the HBOMax Documentary Santa Camp—Santa Chris!
Kick off the season with a bit of holiday magic at the museum as you grab a keepsake digital photo with Santa, enjoy festive artmaking, a winter scavenger hunt through the galleries, and participate in other exciting holiday activities!
Free, no tickets required.
Jack & Jill of Northwest Arkansas
Representation matters! Come see Santa Chris at the Northwest Arkansas Chapter - Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated annual fundraiser Cookies with Santa! Parents and Chaperones are FREE and each child’s $15 ticket {2 and older} includes arts and crafts, food, BYOD pictures with Santa, free giveaways and much more!
Proceeds will benefit Make-A-Wish Mid-South and the Jack and Jill Foundation. Please bring an unwrapped kids’ toy for the Multicultural Toy Drive to benefit The Call NWA and/or a new or gently used book for children ages 5 and under to benefit the Helen Walton Children’s Enrichment Center’s Christopher’s Lending Library.
Mini Santa Popup with Poppy+Sage Photography
Mini Photo Sessions — Santa Chris × Poppy+Sage Photography
December 6, 2025 | 4:30–6:30 PM | Gentry, Arkansas
Bring the fam for short-and-sweet mini sessions perfect for holiday cards and keepsakes. You’ll get a warm, festive setup, professional direction from Poppy+Sage Photography, and Santa-bright smiles with Santa Chris—all in a quick, low-stress window. Limited spots—RSVP required.
PCYS Christmas Soirée
The Christmas Soirée is an excellent opportunity for youth and families to engage in fun, free holiday-themed activities to strengthen their family bond and make magical holiday memories. It is an honor to share the holiday season with incredible families of Pulaski County Youth Services.
F.L.A.M.E. Toy Drive
On December 12, 2025, FLAME—the Little Rock Black Firefighters Association—will host its annual Holiday Toy Drive to spark joy for kids across Central Arkansas. We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys (all ages), plus gift cards and stocking stuffers. Every donation stays local and helps firefighters deliver comfort, dignity, and a little Christmas magic to families who need it most.
Donations can be dropped off now at Certified Pies and Cheesecake On Point, two local businesses proudly supporting the drive. Can’t shop? Monetary donations are welcome to fill critical gaps. Spread the word, bring a friend, and help us stack the firehouse high with generosity. Together, we’ll turn community love into holiday smiles—one toy at a time.
Sensory Santa with Kidsource Therapy
On Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM, join Santa Chris and Kidsource Therapy for a Sensory Santa experience designed with neurodiverse kids in mind. We’ll keep the environment calm and welcoming—no loud music, softer lighting, minimal scents, and shorter wait times. Families can book a relaxed time slot, meet Santa at their child’s pace, and choose whether or not to take photos. Visual schedules, quiet break areas, and sensory supports (like fidgets and weighted lap pads) will be available, and AAC devices and comfort items are encouraged. Our Kidsource Therapy team will be on hand to help with accommodations so every child can feel seen, safe, and celebrated.
Spots are limited—RSVP required.
Brunch well at Southern Tail Brewing
🎅🏾🍳✨ Santa Brunch at Southern Tail Brewing ✨🍳🎅🏾
Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 21, 2025 and join me, Santa Chris, at Southern Tail Brewing for a festive holiday brunch! 🥞🍻
Bring the whole family for delicious food, holiday cheer, and photos with Santa in a cozy, fun atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season while enjoying your favorite Southern Tail brews and bites.
🎄 Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
🎄 Location: Southern Tail Brewing
🎄 Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm
Spots will fill quickly—don’t miss your chance to make magical holiday memories with me at brunch!
F.L.A.M.E Little Rock Chapter Christmas Party
The holiday season is here, and it's time to heat things up! We’re turning up the cheer with a F.L.A.M.E. Christmas Party you won’t want to miss. Come celebrate with your fellow firefighters and their families as we toast to the season with good food, great company, and a whole lot of holiday fun!
Pulaski County Youth Services Christmas Soirée
Pulaski County Youth Services is always thrilled to bring family engagement activities for youth across Pulaski County. The Christmas Soirée is an excellent opportunity for youth and families to engage in fun, free holiday-themed activities to strengthen their family bond and make magical holiday memories. Pulaski County Youth Services is honored to share the holiday season with our incredible families.
Crystal Bridges Museum
Kick off the season with a bit of holiday magic at the museum—Grab a keepsake digital photo with Santa, enjoy festive artmaking, a winter scavenger hunt through the museum, and writing letters to Santa with Ms. Claus.
See you there!
Free, no registration required. Space is limited and pictures are first come, first served.
Poppy & Sage Photography
15 Minutes Per Family
5 Magically Edited Images
Snacks and Hot Cocoa Bar Provided
Each Kiddo will receive a Toy from Santa
Packages starting at $199 + Tax
The International Plaza Mall Santa
Santa Chris will be appearing at the International Plaza in Tampa. This will be you chance to get classic mall pictures with your favorite Santa.
North Little Rock Tourism Northern Lights Festival
North Little Rock’s Northern Lights Festival
North Little Rock’s Northern Lights event is a magical winter celebration that transforms the Argenta Arts District into a festive wonderland. Held annually, this holiday event features stunning light displays, live entertainment, holiday markets, and family-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy the dazzling lights, listen to carolers, take photos with Santa, and savor seasonal treats from local vendors. The event aims to bring the community together in the spirit of the holidays, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere that enchants residents and visitors alike.
A free holiday event for all ages, Northern Lights will have a holiday market; photos with Santa (Black Santa ARK LLC); live music by Bad Habit; a special guest DJ; and North Little Rock’s 38-foot Christmas tree. Food trucks as well as Flyway Brewing will have food and drinks available for purchase. For mixed drinks or more food options, restaurants and bars within the Argenta Outdoor Dining District allow patrons to order to-go beverages to consume within dining district boundaries, which include Argenta Plaza.
The weekend of the festival will be busy with more holiday fun in North Little Rock: within walking distance of the festival at the corner of Bishop Lindsey Avenue and Magnolia Street, Piccolo Zoppé Winter Circus presented by North Little Rock Tourism will perform November 23 through December 8. Since 1842, the Zoppé family from Italy and now stationed in Arkansas has been entertaining families around the world. Ticket are available online at https://secure.piccolozoppe.com/. Attendees are encouraged to enjoy both events.
Lady J Foundation Toy Drive
Get ready to make a difference this holiday season! Join us on November 22nd from 6 to 8 PM at the Maumelle Event Center for the theladyjfoundation Toy Drive. Bring a toy, snap some festive photos with me Black Santa Arkansas, and help spread joy to families in need this holiday season.
Carti Sugar Plum Ball
Visions of sugar plums dance in their heads, and on the dance floor as each little princess and her Prince Charming steps into a storybook setting. Enjoy an evening of dancing, dining, tiaras and memories to last a lifetime.
Liz By Design Photography
Book your 5 minute time slot for $150! You'll receive 2 high resolution fully edited digital images, print release, a digital online sneak peek for sharing, and a link to access your high resolution images.
