Annual Events in Fort Smith
Fort Smith, Arkansas, has numerous annual events spanning all seasons and a variety of interests such as motorcycling, rodeo, cycling, mountain biking, foreign film, popular culture, living history, the arts, and more. Check them out below! Start planning your visit and request a FREE copy of the Fort Smith Visitors Guide and/or subscribe to our eNewsletter!
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MARCH 16, 2024
The Fort Smith Quarter Marathon & 5K will be held March 16, 2024. The Fort Smith Marathon, Half-Marathon & Relays will return March 30, 2025.
MAY 3 & 4, 2024
Experience one of the fastest-growing motorcycle rallies in the country and enjoy scenic rides, LIVE entertainment, vendors, motorcycle racing and more!
MAY 31 - 1st WEEK IN JUNE
See some of the rankest bulls and broncos in rodeo, and watch cowboys from all over the world compete for one of the largest prize purses in Arkansas.
JUNE 22, 2024
A 105-mile mountain bike ride through beautiful, rural scenery and rolling hills. Other options include a 30, 45, and 62-mile ride as well as a certified 5K.
MID JUNE
The longest-running blues festival in Arkansas and the, "best little blues festival in America," takes place at The Majestic and partnering venues located in Downtown Fort Smith.
JUNE 23, 2024
Are you ready to RUMBLE? One of the best short-track, cross-country mountain bike races in Arkansas is held each June in Fort Smith, Arkansas!
JULY 4, 2024
Held at Riverfront Park, the celebration brings live entertainment, food trucks, and the largest fireworks show in the region.
JULY 19 & 20, 2024
Annual art show and sale offering original art in a host of mediums, photography, handmade jewelry, and more by local and regional artists.
JULY 27 & 28, 2024
Collectibles, Cosplay, Celebrities, Games, Prizes, and more can always be expected at Fort Smith's Largest pop culture convention.
AUGUST 22 - 24, 2024
Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit their work to a film festival where all perspectives and points of view are welcomed.
LAST WEEK IN SEPTEMBER
Don't miss this annual event featuring all of your favorite rides, games, food, live entertainment, and more.
OCTOBER 5, 2024
Head to downtown Fort Smith for family-friendly fun, open-air markets, trolley rides, living history programs, and more!
OCTOBER 11 & 12, 2024
Enjoy the best of Americana, Red Dirt, Texas Country, and more along the banks of the Arkansas River for two nights this fall.
2nd SATURDAY IN NOVEMBER
Arkansas' largest Veterans Day Parade Celebration is held in the Chaffee Crossing Historic District in Fort Smith!
MONTH OF DECEMBER
Help honor our country's servicemen and women by helping adorn the headstones at Fort Smith National Cemetery with 16,000+ wreaths.
EVERY DECEMBER 31
The family-friendly celebration kicks off w/food trucks, bounce houses and live entertainment at 8 PM. Ball Drop and Fireworks at Midnight.