Arkansas Capitol Lighting Ceremony, Fireworks Show set for Dec. 4

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas State Capitol Christmas Lighting Ceremony is set for Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m.

The ceremony will follow Little Rock’s Big Jingle Jubilee on Capitol Avenue. KTHV Channel 11 Evening Anchor Marlisa Goldsmith will emcee the ceremony. Performances will include Saint Mark’s Baptist Church Choir, the Catholic High JROTC and Santa Claus.

Following the ceremony, the public is invited inside the Capitol to view the Christmas decorations, visit Santa in his workshop and shop in the Capitol Gift Shop. The 2021 Capitol Christmas ornament will be available for purchase.

Capitol Holiday Hours

Beginning Dec 4, the State Capitol will be open extended hours throughout the holiday season. The State Capitol will be open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. On weekends, the Capitol will be open from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m.

The extended hours will remain in effect until Jan. 3, when normal operating hours will resume.

The Capitol will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

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