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5 BRONCO BUSTIN' Things to Do This Week in Fort Smith, Arkansas

The 88th Old Fort Days Rodeo is just one of the many fun things to do this week in the River Valley!

By MK Fort Smith Staff May 29, 2021

Every Sunday, Macaroni Kid Fort Smith shares five things to do with your kids in Fort Smith, Arkansas, over the coming week. 

Here are Macaroni Kid Fort Smith's picks for the five things to do in the River Valley area with kids for the week ending June 6, 2021. Click on the links for all the details!

1. 88th Annual Old Fort Days Rodeo

From May 31-June 5, this event will be in full swing from Kay Rodgers Park. It starts with the Rodeo Parade at 10 AM on Memorial Day and continues with the Muttin' Bustin' Qualifying Event at 4:30 PM. Cowboys from all over the world will be competing for one of the largest prize purses in Arkansas. Events include Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Bareback Riding, Calf Roping, Barrel Racing, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, and Breakaway Roping (new this year)! Click here for the full schedule. 

2. Soar Dance Academy Annual Showcase

Come check out these local athletes from 7-9:30 PM on Friday, June 4, as they display their bravery, talent, and artistry at The Bakery District in the first of a planned annual showcase. Your young dancers-in-training will be enthralled! Ticketing information is available at this link

3. Teen Night at Parrot Island Waterpark

After the year our high school students have had (year-and-a-half, really), they deserve the chance to close down the park on Friday, June 4. Doors will be open from 7:30-10 PM. Secure your tickets at this link

4. Cirque Italia Water Circus

Cirque Italia's Water Circus is coming to Central Mall this Thursday, June 3, at 7:30 PM with repeat showings Saturday and Sunday (June 5 and 6, respectively) starting at 1:30 PM. For a full rundown of what to expect, head over to KUAF for the official release.

5. Fort Smith Farmer's Market On Garrison

Every Tuesday and Saturday through June! (Every Saturday otherwise.) Lots of vendors selling everything from food and desserts to jewelry and other crafts. Be there at 2nd and Garrison starting at 7 AM. Vendors leave at noon. 

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