Little Rock prohibits open alcohol containers on public streets and sidewalks outside designated entertainment district exceptions, with River Market special-event allowances.
Arkansas state law and Little Rock Code restrict open alcohol containers in public rights-of-way and motor vehicles. The River Market Entertainment District has historically allowed limited open-container consumption during permitted special events with city approval, but everyday open carry on sidewalks remains prohibited. Drivers face state DUI implications even for passenger-area open containers under AR §5-71-217. LRPD enforces proactively during festivals, and bars must serve drinks for onsite consumption only unless event permits authorize sidewalk service.
Open container violations carry fines and possible misdemeanor charges; combining with vehicles or repeat offenses elevates penalties under state law.
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