Family events in Fort Smith, AR

Bring your toddler for a lively, interactive story time with short picture books, songs, fingerplays, and simple movement activities. It is a fun program designed to support early language development, encourage social interaction, and help little ones enjoy books in a warm, welcoming library setting.

Join an afternoon of friendly competition and nonstop excitement at Tabletop Gamers, featuring a mix of board games, card games, and group challenges. It is a great fit for tweens and teens, whether you are experienced or just looking to meet new people and have fun while testing your strategy.

City Play Day brings families to MLK Jr. Park for an evening of free games, engaging activities, and outdoor fun. Spend time with friends, neighbors, and the wider community. After Play Day, enjoy a free outdoor screening of Hoppers beneath the night sky.

Enjoy a student-focused bash filled with hands-on fun and creativity. The day features vendors, a contest centered on painting rocks, snacks, a hands-on planting project, and additional activities beyond those listed. Presented with Marcy from Whimsical Designs, it welcomes people of all ages to get creative, explore vendor offerings, and enjoy time together.

Celebrate America’s 250th with FREE family programs at the U.S. Marshals Museum. Kids and families can join interactive lessons and hands-on craft activities focused on Independence Day, the American flag, national symbols, and more.

Come to Tiny Tot Storytime for a read-aloud of Because I Had a Teacher by Kobi Yamada, followed by a fun handprint apple craft. It’s a great chance for little ones to practice listening, meet new friends, and for caregivers to connect with one another.

Bring the kids to Creation Station, a hands-on craft program where young artists can explore different materials, colors, and techniques. Each session focuses on imagination and self-expression, and children will make unique projects to take home.

Join this hands-on Teen STEM session to explore the building blocks of life. Using candy and other tasty treats, participants will build their own edible DNA models while learning about genetics, double helixes, and how DNA carries information in living things. It is a fun, interactive activity that blends science, creativity, and a sweet snack.