The best things to do in Hot Springs

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Family Fun Park

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Need a no-fuss place to wear everyone out this week? Family Fun Park has go-karts that actually feel fast, a new rope and zip line course…

3500 Central Ave

Need a no-fuss place to wear everyone out this week? Family Fun Park has go-karts that actually feel fast, a new rope and zip line course with a kiddie option, spin-zone bumper cars, a 5D VR ride, and a giant climbing beanstalk that turns wobbly legs into bragging rights.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Magic Springs

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Whether you’re craving big-kid adrenaline or kid-friendly splash time, Magic Springs packs roller coasters, family rides, a full water…

1701 E Grand Ave

Whether you’re craving big-kid adrenaline or kid-friendly splash time, Magic Springs packs roller coasters, family rides, a full water park, and live music at Timberwood Amphitheater into one easy escape. Keep an eye out for Adult Splash nights and EDM shows if you want summer to feel extra extra.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Volcano Falls Miniature Golf at Funtrackers Family Fun Park gives you an excuse to rally the crew for a quick, colorful round, then keep…

2614 Albert Pike Rd

Volcano Falls Miniature Golf at Funtrackers Family Fun Park gives you an excuse to rally the crew for a quick, colorful round, then keep the friendly trash talk going with go-karts, laser tag, bumper boats, and the arcade... basically a choose-your-own-adventure night that actually fits into a Hot Springs weekday.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Diamondhead Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 track where water hazards and smartly placed bunkers keep you honest, then you can tune up on…

245 Independence Dr

Diamondhead Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 track where water hazards and smartly placed bunkers keep you honest, then you can tune up on the driving range. Grab fresh gear in the golf shop and cap the round at the restaurant, perfect for a midweek reset.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Where history meets magic since 1946, The Historic Malco Theatre is home to The Magic of Jonathan Erlandson year round, plus live music,…

817 Central Ave

Where history meets magic since 1946, The Historic Malco Theatre is home to The Magic of Jonathan Erlandson year round, plus live music, film nights, and community celebrations. Check the schedule this week and give your routine a little plot twist.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, August 26, 2026

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T-Rex Golf

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Glow-in-the-dark bragging rights, zero sunburn. T-Rex Golf is your midweek energy boost with a 17-hole blacklight course, laser tag for…

1115 Central Ave (Hot Springs National Park)

Glow-in-the-dark bragging rights, zero sunburn. T-Rex Golf is your midweek energy boost with a 17-hole blacklight course, laser tag for settling friendly feuds, drift-happy go-karts, a ropes and zip course, a wild gyroscope ride, plus Hot Springs’ only 4D VR experience. Rally the crew and claim the crown.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Vapors Live

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Vapors Live keeps Hot Springs buzzing with big-sound tribute nights and classic soul, with Lone Star Skynyrd on August 22, Hellz Bellz…

315 Park Ave

Vapors Live keeps Hot Springs buzzing with big-sound tribute nights and classic soul, with Lone Star Skynyrd on August 22, Hellz Bellz AC/DC tribute on August 29, and Golden Sounds Of the Platters on September 5. Grab a friend, claim your spot, and let it rip.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 20, 2026

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When you want a low-key night out that still feels like a treat, Hot Springs 8 VIP Cinema delivers VIP luxury recliners, discounted…

351 Lake Hamilton Dr (Hot Springs National Park)

When you want a low-key night out that still feels like a treat, Hot Springs 8 VIP Cinema delivers VIP luxury recliners, discounted tickets, and popcorn with an upgraded snack bar. Perfect for locals who want comfy seats, current movies, and a wallet that doesn’t cry on the drive home.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Hot Springs Country Club has two distinct courses, Arlington and Park, plus tennis, a pool, a fitness center, and dining that turns a round…

101 Country Club Dr

Hot Springs Country Club has two distinct courses, Arlington and Park, plus tennis, a pool, a fitness center, and dining that turns a round into a day. If you’ve been meaning to treat yourself this week, go play, rally, then linger over a meal like a local.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Pirate-themed mini-golf chain with 18-hole, landscaped courses set among waterfalls & caves.

4612 Central Ave

Pirate-themed mini-golf chain with 18-hole, landscaped courses set among waterfalls & caves.

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Fordyce Bathhouse

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Fordyce Bathhouse is a grand 1910 stunner, all stained glass and marble, now a visitor center with exhibits and films that unpack our…

369 Central Ave · ✓ checked Aug 26

Fordyce Bathhouse is a grand 1910 stunner, all stained glass and marble, now a visitor center with exhibits and films that unpack our bathhouse era. When you want a quick hit of local history and gorgeous architecture between errands, this is an easy, satisfying stop.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Funtrackers Family Fun Park is basically Hot Springs’ permission slip to act like a kid again, with go-karts, a colorful mini-golf course,…

2614 Albert Pike Rd

Funtrackers Family Fun Park is basically Hot Springs’ permission slip to act like a kid again, with go-karts, a colorful mini-golf course, laser tag, an arcade, and bumper boats when weather plays nice. Grab your crew this week, race a few laps, then settle any rivalries with putts and high scores.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Round up your crew and go full sneak-mode at T-Rex Fun Spot, where the laser tag arena sits alongside black light mini golf, drift-happy…

1127 Central Ave

Round up your crew and go full sneak-mode at T-Rex Fun Spot, where the laser tag arena sits alongside black light mini golf, drift-happy go-karts, a gyroscope ride, rope and zip course, and even Hot Springs' only 4D VR ride. Midweek slump solved, bragging rights unlocked.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Need a quick golf fix that still makes you think? Lakeside Country Golf Club delivers nine properly challenging holes, greens with…

418 Wilson Lake Ln

Need a quick golf fix that still makes you think? Lakeside Country Golf Club delivers nine properly challenging holes, greens with personality, a 250-yard range to tune the swing, and famously cold beer to toast the round. Family-owned since 1963, it’s pure Hot Springs golf without the fuss.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Central City 10 Cinema is your easy fix this week when the living room feels too small, with fresh releases, one-night events, and 3D…

909 Higdon Ferry Rd

Central City 10 Cinema is your easy fix this week when the living room feels too small, with fresh releases, one-night events, and 3D screenings that hit just right. Popcorn in hand, friends in tow, and you’ve got yourself a proper Hot Springs movie night, or go big with a private theater rental.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 12, 2026

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