Community Calendar

Hanamaki Mokuiku Playland: An Interactive Experience from Japan

Bring your family to explore this beautiful, hands-on wooden playland inspired by nature, craftsmanship, and our Sister City of Hanamaki, Japan. From catching wooden fish to building train tracks and discovering tiny replicas of Hot Springs landmarks, it’s a one-of-a-kind experience for all ages.

📍 Location: Garland County Library
🌸 Presented by: Hot Springs Sister City Program & Hanamaki Toy Museum

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🕙 Hours

Saturday: 10 AM – 1 PM
Sunday: 1 PM – 4 PM
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 10 AM – 4 PM
Closed Tuesdays

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ℹ️ Admission & More Info

Admission details and additional information are available on our website:
🔗 HotSpringsSisterCity.org

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✨ Don’t forget!

Socks are recommended—everyone removes their shoes to play.
Come experience the joy of Japanese “mokuiku,” a philosophy of learning through wood, creativity, and play.

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/12k, 12 & Under are only $22!

5k/12k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

11/6/2025

The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!
Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Want to be the first to know when GloWILD tickets go on sale?
Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly updates delivered straight to your inbox. From exciting animal news and upcoming events to educational programs and exclusive Zoo happenings—you won’t miss a beat of the wild fun!

GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 6, 2025 to Jan 29, 2026 and happens every:
Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Fridays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Saturdays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Sundays: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Timezone: CST

Say cheese with Santa & Mrs. Claus!
The magic of the holidays comes alive at The Promenade at Chenal on Saturday, December 20 from 11AM–2PM!
Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit for festive photos you’ll cherish all season long.