The Tarkington Christmas Spectacular 2025 will be held at 2 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Jonesboro. Celebrating their seventh consecutive year, performing on 15 different instruments and showcasing more than 50 different costumes, this family-friendly show celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Admission is free. Info: (870) 897-2386 or visit The Tarkingtons’ Facebook Page.
The 2025 Santa Shuffle Fun Run, hosted by St. Bernards Health & Wellness, will take place at Joe Mack Campbell Park at 6:30 p.m. Participants are invited to walk or run through the region's biggest Christmas display. Register through Race Roster for the Fun Run ($13) and a T-shirt ($25 while supplies last) or pay at the event. All proceeds benefit medical exercise rehabilitation. Info: (870) 207-7701 or email prpickens@sbrmc.org.
St. Bernards healthcare will host “Moments of Remembrance” at 11:30 a.m. at St. Bernards Auditorium, located at 505 E. Washington Ave. in Jonesboro. The community is invited to celebrate and honor loved ones this holiday season by lighting a candle or placing an ornament on the memorial Christmas tree. Info: (870) 207-7300 or visit stbernards.info/events.
The Annual Duck Classic Banquet will take place at First National Bank Arena at 5 p.m. The event will include dinner, raffles and both silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefit the NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation. Info: visit duckclassic.com.
The Delta Symphony Orchestra will present “Enchanted by the Sounds of Christmas” at 3 p.m. at Riceland Hall in Fowler Center. The performance will include holiday classics, featuring Marika Kyriakos and Trent Broussard. Info: (870) 761-8254 or visit deltasymphonyorchestra.org.
Annie Camp Junior High School’s EAST students will host an “EAST Feast” in the school cafeteria at 1814 W. Nettleton Ave. from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Community members are invited to enjoy a free meal. All leftovers will be donated to the Salvation Army. Info: email anniecamp-jhs@eastschools.org.
The Foundation of Arts will present “Elf Jr.” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Dec. 19, 20 and 22, and 2 p.m. on Dec. 21. Additionally, families can Brunch with Buddy the Elf from 10-11:30 a.m. at Lemonade House Grill on Dec. 20. Tickets are available online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.
The Foundation of Arts will present “Elf Jr.” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Dec. 19, 20 and 22, and 2 p.m. on Dec. 21. Additionally, families can Brunch with Buddy the Elf from 10-11:30 a.m. at Lemonade House Grill on Dec. 20. Tickets are available online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.
The Foundation of Arts will present “Elf Jr.” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Dec. 19, 20 and 22, and 2 p.m. on Dec. 21. Tickets are available online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.
The Foundation of Arts will present “Elf Jr.” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Dec. 19, 20 and 22, and 2 p.m. on Dec. 21. Tickets are available online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.
