The Fort Smith Convention Center

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The Fort Smith Convention Center Located in the heart of downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas. We are a multipurpose events facility offering close to 100,000 square feet of meeting and events space.

From meeting rooms and outdoor spaces to modern amenities and delicious bites, we are a premier venue for conventions, concerts, and private events. We specialize in hosting conventions, meetings, trade shows, performances and concerts of all varieties and private social events, such as weddings or reunions. The Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center is located inside the Fort Smith Convention Center.

👻 Get ready to MISBOOHAVE this Halloween season!MISBOOHAVE RAVE is coming to the Fort Smith Convention Center on Friday,...
09/23/2026

👻 Get ready to MISBOOHAVE this Halloween season!

MISBOOHAVE RAVE is coming to the Fort Smith Convention Center on Friday, October 23, for a night of music, costumes and Halloween fun. 🎃

🎧 Sounds by DJ Swilsonn, Wicked Dubz, Mac-P, St. Bends, He### and G. Marlon

🚪 Doors open at 5 PM | Show starts at 6 PM
🔞 18+ to enter | 21+ to drink

🛍️ Vendors

🎃 Halloween Costume Contest
💰 Cash prizes:
1st Place — $200
2nd Place — $100
3rd Place — Three tickets to the next show

Grab your costume, bring your crew and join us for MISBOOHAVE RAVE!

What makes an event venue stand out?✔ A space that feels open and welcoming✔ A layout that’s easy to navigate—even with ...
09/22/2026

What makes an event venue stand out?

✔ A space that feels open and welcoming
✔ A layout that’s easy to navigate—even with large crowds
✔ A team that’s ready to help every step of the way
✔ A location that keeps everything within reach

That’s the experience we’re proud to deliver at the Fort Smith Convention Center. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you’re planning an event, we’d love to be part of it.

🎶 The Magic of Motown is coming to Fort Smith!Get ready for more than two hours celebrating the legendary sounds of Moto...
09/22/2026

🎶 The Magic of Motown is coming to Fort Smith!

Get ready for more than two hours celebrating the legendary sounds of Motown when The Magic of Motown takes the stage at the ArcBest Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 24!

From The Temptations and The Jackson 5 to Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and more, experience the songs that defined generations — complete with pitch-perfect harmonies, dynamic choreography and period-inspired costuming.

Whether you sway in your seat or spend the night on your feet, this is one night of music you won’t want to miss!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
📍 ArcBest Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Tickets available now: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B006535790837EA

📏 The Fort Smith Convention Center offers 116,800 square feet of event space, making it one of the largest and most vers...
09/21/2026

📏 The Fort Smith Convention Center offers 116,800 square feet of event space, making it one of the largest and most versatile venues in the region.

From trade shows and conventions to concerts, galas, meetings, and community events, our flexible spaces are designed to bring gatherings of all sizes to life.

✨ Big events. Flexible spaces. Endless possibilities.

Ready to plan your next event? Learn more at fortsmithconventioncenter.com.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five-star experiences start with a team that cares about the details.From setup to event day, the Fort Smith Conve...
09/18/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five-star experiences start with a team that cares about the details.

From setup to event day, the Fort Smith Convention Center team is committed to providing a clean, welcoming and professionally managed space for events of all kinds.

Planning an upcoming event? We’d love to help bring it together.

Visit fortsmithconventioncenter.org to get started.

The holidays will be here before you know it! ✨Make this year’s celebration one to remember at the Fort Smith Convention...
09/17/2026

The holidays will be here before you know it! ✨

Make this year’s celebration one to remember at the Fort Smith Convention Center. Whether you’re planning a company holiday party, an elegant dinner or a festive gathering with friends and colleagues, our flexible spaces can be customized to fit your event.

Holiday dates fill quickly, so now is the time to start planning. 🎄🥂

Learn more and reserve your space at fortsmithconventioncenter.org.

📅 Looking for what’s happening locally?The Fort Smith Convention Center is home to events that bring our community toget...
09/16/2026

📅 Looking for what’s happening locally?

The Fort Smith Convention Center is home to events that bring our community together all year long, and our Local Events Calendar makes it easy to see what’s coming up.

Whether you’re looking for something to attend, support or share with friends and family, check the calendar regularly to stay connected with what’s happening right here in Fort Smith.

🔗 Explore the Local Events Calendar: https://www.fortsmithconventioncenter.org/local-events

🎤 Tickets are ON SALE NOW for SOSRIVERBOY III!SOSRIVERBOY III is taking over the Fort Smith Convention Center on Saturda...
09/15/2026

🎤 Tickets are ON SALE NOW for SOSRIVERBOY III!

SOSRIVERBOY III is taking over the Fort Smith Convention Center on Saturday, November 28, bringing a night of live music, culture and some of Arkansas’ brightest up-and-coming talent to Fort Smith. 🔥

Headlined by Rhyan Besco, the lineup includes MYZE, SPIDA & Friends, beem!, Bear Drucy, Playboi Perky, Chris & Lolly and more.

Rhyan Besco has amassed more than 300 million streams as a songwriter, earned placements with major artists around the world and is bringing that experience and energy back home to Arkansas.

📅 Saturday, November 28, 2026
📍 Fort Smith Convention Center
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B006519674F2B17

Get your tickets and get ready for SOSRIVERBOY III this November!

Bingo... but make it a party. 🎉Bingo Loco is coming to the Fort Smith Convention Center on October 17 with a wild night ...
09/15/2026

Bingo... but make it a party. 🎉

Bingo Loco is coming to the Fort Smith Convention Center on October 17 with a wild night of bingo, throwback anthems, dance-offs, lip sync battles, confetti and plenty of surprises along the way.

📅 October 17
📍 Fort Smith Convention Center

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00644C7BC38ABA

This definitely isn't your grandma's bingo night. Grab your crew and get ready to play!

Got questions? We’ve got answers! 🙋‍♀️Whether you’re planning an event or getting ready to attend one, our Frequently As...
09/02/2026

Got questions? We’ve got answers! 🙋‍♀️

Whether you’re planning an event or getting ready to attend one, our Frequently Asked Questions page is a great place to start. Find helpful information about:

➡️ Parking and directions
➡️ Upcoming events
➡️ Contact information
➡️ Wi-Fi and technical services
➡️ Hosting an event
➡️ And more!

Check out our FAQs before your next visit to the Fort Smith Convention Center.
https://www.fortsmithconventioncenter.org/frequently-asked-questions

Address

55 S 7th Street
Fort Smith, AR
72901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14797888932

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