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5 LAST-MINUTE FUN Things to Do in Fort Smith, Arkansas This Week

From mysteries to winter wonderlands!

By MK Fort Smith Staff December 19, 2021

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

Here are Macaroni Kid Fort Smith's picks for the five things to do in the River Valley with kids for the week ending Dec. 26, 2021. Click on the links for all the details!

1. Sip & Sing With Chad Burris

Local favorite Chad Burris will be at Bookish starting at 6 PM on Tuesday, Dec. 21, for some holiday carols and last-minute shopping. Ticket buyers for the event will get 15 percent off in-store purchases, so it will be a great way to get some last-minute shopping done while enjoying some wine and holiday spirit. Click here for more information! 

2. A Christmas-y Crime Scene

Don't worry, it's not as scary as it sounds! This fun event from the US Marshals Museum invites families to use crime scene analysis tools to discover the mystery of the missing sleigh bells! The event starts at 1 PM on Wednesday, Dec. 22. Click here for ticketing information and more details. 

3. Winter Solstice Walks

The Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center invites nature-lovers to visit on Tuesday, Dec. 21, for a fascinating look at the Winter Solstice and how Native Americans handled the elements. Each guided walk takes about two hours and starting times are at 11 AM, 2 PM, and 7 PM. Click here for more information! 

4. Christmas Winter Wonderland

If you've yet to check out the Christmas Winter Wonderland at Chaffee Crossing, there's still time! The last two days will be on Dec. 21 and Dec. 22 from 5-9 PM. The address is 7300 Wells Lake Road. Make sure you don't miss out

5. Last Minute Shopping!

Take time this week to visit some of our local businesses along with the great retailers who keep Fort Smith motoring along. Everyone from The Shops at BrickCity to Downtown Fort Smith and the Fort Smith Pavilion. Check with your favorites and take advantage of some great last-minute deals if your Christmas list is still incomplete. 

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