Events in Fort Smith, AR

This Gundam tournament features a $5 entry fee, with the entire prize pool awarded to the top third of competitors.

This Yugioh tournament features a $5 entry fee, and the full prize pool is awarded to the top third of finishers.

Explore Snapplique, a machine applique method that uses a Brother ScanNCut with embroidery software to achieve accurate, professional results while reducing cutting and tracing. Certified instructors Genia Smith and Krissy Barnes lead this hands-on class at Central Sewing Center. All supplies and the use of ScanNCut and Brother embroidery machines are provided, and lunch is included. Participants should bring a laptop with Embrilliance Essentials and Enthusiast installed, along with Stitch Artist 2 or 3, and download and sign in to Brother’s Canvas Workspace app on the laptop at least ten days before class. The fee is $130, and registration is available online or by phone.

Enjoy an evening that blends hands-on crafting with Halloween-themed trivia. The price is $25 and includes a planter of your choice, a plant, paint, and bling to decorate it. Quick rounds of Halloween trivia offer chances to win prizes, adding a playful twist to a creative night.

Now in its 22nd year, this disc golf tournament takes place at Alma City Park in Alma, Arkansas. The event brings disc golfers together for competitive play on the park’s course and continues a long-running local tradition.

Presented by Choctaw Casino & Resort Pocola, this festival-style market fills the Chaffee Crossing Historic District with homegrown produce, handmade creations, and vintage finds from local entrepreneurs. Browse a wide range of vendor booths, enjoy live music, and grab something tasty from food trucks. Families will find a kid zone and special programs to keep everyone engaged. The market is part of a seasonal series in this district from May through October, with support from Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority, AT&T, Harps Food Store, and Bin-Tec.

This charity Texas Hold’em poker tournament raises funds for the Didion Athletics Girls Gymnastics Team. The buy-in is $150 per player, with $100 going to the prize pool and $50 supporting the Twisters. Rebuys and an add-on are available. Food and drink passes can be purchased for $10, and the event is BYOB. For reservations or questions, contact Vincent Webb at 479-522-0256.

Bingo Loco turns traditional bingo into a three hour, interactive stage spectacle. It blends the mindset of theater with the pulse of a festival, filled with dance faceoffs, rave style rounds, lip sync showdowns, throwback anthems, and confetti bursts. Prizes can range from international holidays and cars to air fryers, lawnmowers, and many other surprises. It is built for anyone seeking a unique night out in their city or a standout work party.

This family friendly, spooky-themed round of putt-putt is set up inside Your Alma Public Library. The indoor activity offers a playful way to celebrate the season.

Coughrans hosts its ninth annual auto show in Downtown Van Buren. This community gathering focuses on automobiles, giving attendees a chance to see vehicles up close and connect with fellow fans.

Explore the art of decoupage by decorating pumpkins with pressed flowers. This creative activity is free.

This event marks the eighty-eighth gathering for crafters at Sweet Bay Coffee near Creekmore Park. Participants are encouraged to bring their current craft project and spend time creating together in a relaxed setting.

Celebrate Halloween with a high-energy Zumbathon that benefits The Artemis Project. Enjoy dance fitness with a festive twist, costumes welcome, adoptable dogs on site for meet and greets, raffles and big door prizes, and The Artemis Project merchandise available for purchase. Whether you plan to be on the dance floor, meet the pups, shop for merch, or simply take part in a lively community gathering, there is something for everyone. The event takes place at Ben Geren Storm Shelter in Fort Smith, AR. Tickets are $15 when preregistered and $20 at the door, all in support of animals in the community.

Collectors meet once a month for a trading night that brings together Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Bandai and other collectibles in one place. Entry is free to the public. Vendor booths are available at the start of each month, and interested sellers can contact the organizer for more information.

CCW Night of Championships makes its first appearance at the Fort Smith Convention Center, highlighted by three title bouts with championships on the line. More information will be announced.

Trunk or Treat offers a family-friendly evening with something for all ages, creating a cheerful time for families and friends to share together.

Enjoy the 3rd Annual Radium Girls Paint & Sip, a creative evening with a vintage twist. In partnership with the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum and the Truvi Realty Barker Realty Team, the experience draws inspiration from the lively style of the 1920s. Participants will paint a keepsake wine bottle supplied by Prima Italia, then complete it with a new cork fitted with fairy lights for a glowing touch. 1920s attire is encouraged to match the theme. Tickets are $55 per person. Attendees must be 21 or older. Tickets can be purchased online or in person. No refunds. IDs will be checked at entry, and a physical ticket is required for admission.

Experience the music of Fleetwood Mac in a candlelit setting at the United States Marshals Museum in Fort Smith, where a live, multi-sensory performance creates an intimate atmosphere. The tentative program includes favorites such as Everywhere, Gypsy, You Make Loving Fun, Never Going Back Again, Don't Stop, Gold Dust Woman, Go Your Own Way, Landslide, Songbird, Rhiannon, and The Chain. Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone, and there is no entry once the performance begins. The venue is ADA compliant. Attendees must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

At the United States Marshals Museum in Fort Smith, a Candlelight concert presents a live chamber performance of Halloween-inspired music in a setting illuminated by candles. A Listeso string quartet performs selections such as Thriller, Gounod’s Funeral March of a Marionette, the Allegro molto from Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 8, Tubular Bells from The Exorcist, the themes from Stranger Things, Beetlejuice, The Addams Family, Halloween, and Psycho, along with Ghostbusters, Saint-Saëns’ Danse macabre, Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, the Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and a medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Guests ages 8 and older are welcome, with those under 16 attending with an adult. The venue is ADA compliant, and seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone.

River Valley Comic Con is set to return with a follow-up edition for fans. The sequel is on its way, marking the next chapter for this event.

This crafting meetup marks its ninetieth gathering at Sweet Bay Coffee Co. Bring the project you have in progress and spend the evening crafting.

Hometown Market Days offers a holiday marketplace in Fort Smith, Arkansas with vendors, shopping and food. Explore for Christmas gifts and spend time with friends and family in a festive setting. The event also takes place in Branson, Missouri.

The fourth annual Red Autumn Art Festival brings a wide-ranging indoor showcase of original art to the Wyndham Fort Smith City Center in downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas. Artists from across the region and beyond share their work with seasoned collectors, casual browsers and anyone who enjoys discovering something new. The festival highlights painting, graphite, charcoal and ink pieces, photography, wood burning, mixed media, textile and fiber art, glass, woodworking, ceramics and pottery, jewelry, metalwork and sculpture. Attendees can meet the makers, hear the stories behind the artwork and connect with the momentum of a thriving regional arts scene. Now recognized as a rapidly growing tradition in the area, it gathers artists, collectors, families, art enthusiasts and curious wanderers for a colorful celebration of creativity.

Experience a bustling market that brings together skilled artisans, great food, and live music with the welcoming charm of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. More than 150 vendors are spread across multiple buildings, with an additional building added for 2026, along with outdoor tents to explore. Browse handmade pottery, woodworking, glass art, textiles, home decor, jewelry, and more from Nova Scotian makers, and enjoy local flavors ranging from baked goods and fudge to nuts, specialty foods, beverages, and local wines. Food trucks are on site both days. A weekend pass bracelet is included with admission, cash is recommended for the smoothest visit, and only service dogs are permitted inside buildings. For more information, email Sabcreationkey50@gmail.com.

The seventh annual Dutch oven lid lifting competition from CASA of Crawford County offers a family-friendly day filled with flavorful tastings and lighthearted rivalry. Sample a variety of Dutch oven creations, cheer for the cooks as they compete, and support a worthy cause while making memories together. Expect plenty of good food, upbeat energy, and opportunities to taste the entries during the event.

10th Street Bookery in Fort Smith hosts an in-store author signing. Copies of Nekoosa Boys and Lawn & Disorder will be available for signing.

The Community School of the Arts Children's Theatre Company brings the fairy-tale fun of Shrek Kids to the stage. This brisk, upbeat musical features a cast made up entirely of student performers and is designed for families. Audiences can look forward to big musical numbers, larger-than-life characters, and a heartwarming message about embracing what makes each person unique. The performance lasts about an hour, making it a welcoming first theater experience for young children. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students, $10 for children, or $8 per ticket for groups of ten or more.

A festive outdoor holiday market set in the woods, featuring artisan-made gifts, warm treats, and family-friendly fun accompanied by the sounds of nature. Returning to the same beloved location as last year, this seasonal gathering supports Ridgeline Church’s Missions Ministry. Admission is $5 per person, with free entry for children 12 and under.

Central Mall in Fort Smith hosts a Black Friday weekend shopping event that brings together vendor booths and plentiful deals. Mall concourses will be filled with distinctive, one-of-a-kind finds that make thoughtful Christmas gifts. Shop during the mall’s regular hours throughout the weekend.

A world where scandal sells papers and the spotlight never fades sets the stage for a screening of Chicago (1927), a sleek silent-era crime satire directed by Cecil B. DeMille and adapted from a Broadway success. The story follows chorus girl Roxie Hart as she turns notoriety into front-page fame, captivating onlookers while cleverly working the system. As attorneys, reporters, and crowds turn the courtroom into a full-blown show, the film delivers a witty, pointed look at celebrity, justice, and the public appetite for sensational stories that still feels current. Admission is free and open to everyone, but seating is limited.

The ninety-fifth crafting meetup takes place at Sweet Bay Coffee Co. Bring your current project for relaxed creative time with fellow crafters. This special gathering celebrates two years of Fort Smith Crafting Friends and includes a festive White Elephant, also known as Dirty Santa, gift exchange in honor of the holiday season. Additional information about the exchange will be shared closer to the day.

Fort Smith's Christmas Parade marks its 86th year. Additional information will be shared closer to the event.

Holiday favorites arranged for strings come to life by warm candlelight at the United States Marshals Museum in Fort Smith, offering an immersive live music experience in a remarkable setting. The program highlights beloved carols such as Silent Night, O Holy Night, Joy to the World, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Carol of the Bells, Deck the Halls, O Come All Ye Faithful, The First Noël, Angels We Have Heard on High, Away in a Manger, Do You Hear What I Hear, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Good King Wenceslas, In the Bleak Midwinter, 12 Days of Christmas, Ding Dong! Merrily on High, O Christmas Tree, Angels from the Realms of Glory, and Greensleeves (What Child Is This), all performed on strings. Open to ages 8 and up, with those under 16 accompanied by an adult. Seating is assigned within zones on a first come, first served basis. The venue is ADA accessible, and late entry is not permitted once the performance begins.

Bubbles & Bow Ties returns for its fifth year as a New Year's Eve celebration presented by the MVSL Foundation at the ACHE Research Institute Health & Wellness Center in Fort Smith, AR. For sponsorship opportunities or event details, contact Lily Glover at lglover@methodistvillage.com.