Events in Fort Smith today

Fort Smith Strength Club presents a back to school celebration at Anytime Fitness, featuring a 30 minute group workout followed by snacks and time to connect with others. The event also launches an eight week back to school weight loss challenge. Complimentary 1st Phorm products will be available. Both Fort Smith Step Squad and Fort Smith Strength Club meetups are free and open to the community, with no gym membership required, and friends and family are welcome.

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.

A group drive from Fort Smith to Dallas Fort Worth heads to Laps for Charity at Texas Motor Speedway. The day begins with lunch at La Mesa Mexican Restaurant, followed by a drive to the track. For $60, participants receive laps on the speedway, a photo in victory lane, and a T-shirt as part of this charity event. All makes and models are welcome, including non-Camaro vehicles, and each vehicle must be registered through the event link. Those not participating in the track portion can still take part in the lunch segment. Plans also include dinner at the always popular In and Out Burger in Fort Worth and a visit to Buc-ee’s.

Specialists from the Extension Office lead a workshop focused on plant cultivation and livestock care in the River Valley, aimed at supporting the Natural State and the communities that make it thrive. The session spotlights how this free public office can help with resources and services for your growing and raising needs, while also pointing to unique classes you might not have considered. The local brewery helps facilitate this community-focused program.

Teachers and school staff from the surrounding area are invited to an evening that celebrates the many ways they support young minds and the community. Each school employee can take home a complimentary plant and get free repotting, so bring classroom plants that could use a refresh. The gathering will also include vendors, refreshments, special discounts, photo opportunities, door prizes, and more. This night is devoted to appreciating educators and everyone who works in schools.

Mark and the Groove Diggers are a variety band bringing classic rock, blues, country, RnB, and more. The lineup features Mark Albertson on guitar and vocals, Steve on bass, and Jenks Smith on drums.

At University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, this summer drop-in offers open tours of the new Workforce Development Center. Visitors can enjoy a complimentary Bob's Dog, explore the facility, and learn about programs and services available through the Center for Economic Development. The event is drop-in and questions are welcome. RSVP is requested.

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 the library’s Genre Jam book club for a fantasy-themed discussion. Participants will read selected fantasy titles and talk about everything from enchanting worlds and heroic quests to imaginative characters. It’s a welcoming program focused on lively conversation, critical thinking, and getting lost in the magic of fantasy.

The City of Fort Smith Board of Directors will hold a study session at the Blue Lion in the Back Room. The proceedings can also be viewed by live stream, including on the city’s YouTube channel. For questions or additional details, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 479-784-2208 or cityclerk@fortsmithar.gov.

Compete in a weekly Modern format Magic: The Gathering tournament. The entry fee is $5, and the full prize pool is paid out to the top third of participants.

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.

Gundam tournaments are held with a $5 entry fee. One hundred percent of entry fees are paid out to the top third of participants.

This Cook Tour stop spotlights Lettuce’s album Cook, a project that blends funk, soul, jazz, rock, and hip hop into a savory mix. The group’s six longtime collaborators Adam Deitch on drums, Adam Shmeeans Smirnoff on guitar, Erick Maverick Coomes on bass, Ryan Zoid Zoidis on saxophones and synths, Eric Benny Bloom on trumpet, and Nigel Hall on vocals and keyboards press forward on their own Lettuce Records imprint. The release follows tours with GZA of Wu-Tang Clan and Ziggy Marley, along with a live album and concert film with the Colorado Symphony, and it nods to roots in James Brown and the JB’s while saluting mentors like Tower of Power and Maceo Parker. Cook also arrives with Lettuce Red Crush and Orange Crush wines created with Aquila Cellars, plus a limited recipe book of pairings included with the vinyl and digital versions. The band steps into a refreshed creative space with support from an innovative team and a devoted fan base, ready to savor a new chapter.

Compete in Yu-Gi-Oh tournaments with a $5 entry fee. The full prize pool is awarded to the top third of participants for a clear, competitive payout structure.

Take advantage of extended store hours, with a later closing time that gives you more time to browse and shop at a relaxed pace.

Step onto the floor for an upbeat line dance session that teaches a mix of routines from beginner friendly to more advanced. Beginners are welcome, and you can come with a friend. Admission is $10. The playlist changes each week. This session features Cyclone, Crank It Up, Baby Likes to Rock It, She Came to Give It to You, Rodeo, September, She Had Me at Carolina, Tutti Frutti, and Spicy Margarita.

Enjoy a live performance by Mason and Chandler, a spirited duo who have been playing together for over a decade. Their set includes covers ranging from rock classics to modern anthems, plus a variety of catchy original songs. The music runs from evening into late night.