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City in Arkansas, United States
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Fort Smith is in northwest Arkansas and borders Oklahoma. It is the county seat of Sebastian County. The city has a population of 80,286 which makes it the third largest city in Arkansas behind Little Rock and Fayetteville. It is located in the River Valley of Arkansas between the Ouachita mountains in the south and the Boston and Ozark mountains of the north and a gateway city to the Ozarks.
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Take a ride on the trolley past the Judge Parker court and the National Historic Site.
Arkansas' largest bowling facility, with a whopping 72 lanes.
An ordinary roller skating rink, but with a unique distinction: it has the only artistic roller skating club in Arkansas.
Experience one of the fastest-growing motorcycle rallies in the country and enjoy scenic rides, LIVE entertainment, vendors and motorcycle racing. 1st Weekend in May.
Presented by 64.6 Downtown, the Spring Levitt Amp Fort Smith Music Series brings 5 weeks of FREE concerts to Riverfront Park every Thursday night. Mid-May - Early 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. Memorial Day - 1st Week in June.
Collectibles, Cosplay, Celebrities, Games, Prizes, and more can always be expected at Fort Smith's Largest pop culture convention held each June. Early June.
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.
Are you ready to RUMBLE? One of the best short-track, cross-country mountain bike races in Arkansas is held each June. Late June.
Held at Riverfront Park, the celebration brings live entertainment, food trucks, and the largest fireworks show in the region. July 4th.
Enjoy the best of Americana, Red Dirt, Texas Country, and more along the banks of the Arkansas River for two nights every summer. Last Weekend in July.
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 Weekend in August.
Presented by 64.6 Downtown, the Fall Levitt Amp Music Series brings 5 weeks of FREE concerts to Riverfront Park every Saturday. September.
Don't miss this annual event featuring all of your favorite rides, games, food and live entertainment. Last Week in September.
The scenic, challenging, and city-spanning USATF-Certified Fort Smith Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relays are held in late September. Late September.
Head to downtown Fort Smith for a day filled with family-friendly fun and entertainment, fall open-air markets, trolley rides and living history programs. Late September.
Held on the second Saturday in November, Arkansas' largest Veterans Day Parade Celebration is held in the Chaffee Crossing Historic District in Fort Smith. 2nd Saturday in November.
Help honor our country's servicemen and women by helping adorn the headstones at Fort Smith National Cemetery with 16,000+ wreaths. December.
Family style restaurant with great cinnamon rolls.
Great steaks and tamales.
A great Chinese dine-in restaurant.
Very good BBQ.
Chicago-style pizzeria and sports bar with the self-proclaimed "best Chicago-style pizza in the world". Part of a tiny chain of 8 restaurants in and around Arkansas.
Good Thai food.
(Exit 8, I-540) This mall is the primary shopping mall in Fort Smith with shops, restaurants and movies.
By train
Fort Smith does not have passenger rail service.
By car
Fort Smith is at the intersection of Interstate 40, Interstate 540, and US Route 71.
By bus
The Jefferson Lines provides bus service to the east, west and north.
The best way to get around and see Fort Smith is by car. Also, public transport is provided by Fort Smith Transit.
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