After a stretch of unpredictable spring weather, this weekend is shaping up to be a great time to get out and explore the River Valley.
From live music and local markets to community fairs, races, and family-friendly events, there’s something happening in every corner of the region.
River Valley Local is building one of the largest collections of events across Fort Smith, Van Buren, Greenwood, and beyond—and this weekend is a perfect example of just how much is going on.
Here are some of the highlights 👇
⭐ This Weekend’s Picks
(Your curated “don’t overthink it” section)
🎶 BYRD FEST 32 Music Festival
📍 Ozark
Multi-day music festival featuring regional artists and a laid-back outdoor vibe.
🏃 Run for Autism
📍 Fort Smith
A great cause and a great way to start your Saturday morning.
🎡 3rd Street Fair
📍 Fort Smith
Classic spring fair feel with vendors, food, and community atmosphere.
🐔 River Valley Poultry Show
📍 Greenwood
A unique local event with exhibitors, vendors, and family-friendly activities.
🎭 Shrek the Musical
📍 Van Buren
A fun night out for families or anyone who loves live theater.
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
Shaw Revolver live at The Vault (Van Buren) – Friday
Shelby Stone @ Angel White (Fort Smith) – Friday
The Bricktown Band (Fort Smith) – Saturday
Greensky Bluegrass Evening (Fort Smith) – Sunday
Blues Jam at The Bakery District – Sunday
🎨 Arts, Classes & Culture
Paint & Sip with Petra Radcliffe (Fort Smith)
RAM Saturday: Plastic Cup Jellyfish (Fort Smith Regional Art Museum)
Art Lecture with Lisa Bell Wilson (Sunday)
Authors in the Afternoon – Fort Smith Public Library
🛍️ Markets, Vendors & Community Events
Celebrate Spring Pop-Up Market (Fort Smith)
Fort Smith Farmers Market (Saturday morning)
Gypsy Soul Fair (Fort Smith Convention Center)
Cars, Canines & Community Craft Show (Cedarville)
🎉 Fairs, Festivals & Family Events
River Valley Homestead Conference & Poultry Show (Greenwood)
Fabulous Finds on 59 (Van Buren)
3rd Street Fair (Fort Smith)
River Valley Gathering (Kay Rodgers Park)
🏃 Races, Health & Wellness
Run for Autism (Fort Smith)
Pre-Diabetes Cooking Class Series
🏎️ Sports & Specialty Events
Crawford County Speedway Races (Van Buren)
🔗 Wrap Up
👉 See the full event calendar (300+ upcoming events):
[Browse all events on RiverValleyLocal.com]
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