WinterOff season ~56°F highs

Things to do in Fort Smith in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Fort Smith, with average highs around 56°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a December weekend Where else in December

Best picks for December

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in December.

1Indoor escape

Fort Smith Trolley Museum

American railroad museum

2Indoor escape

Fort Smith Museum of HIstory

history museum in Fort Smith, Arkansas

Fort Smith National Historic Site

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Fort Smith in December

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Fri, Dec 4 · 5:00 PMCelebrity Chef Takeover Kevin Lee & Nini NguyenSeven Ponies at Choctaw Casino & Resort - Pocola Plan a weekend around it

Fri, Dec 4 · 7:30 PM

Fort Smith in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Fort Smith?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Fort Smith, with average highs around 56°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Fort Smith in December?

Average daytime highs are around 56°F, compared with 91°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Fort Smith in December?

Top picks for December: Fort Smith Trolley Museum, Fort Smith Museum of HIstory, Fort Smith National Historic Site, Belle Grove Historic District, Janssen Park.