Can you feel it? That warm breeze, the blooming flowers, and yes, the buzz of excitement in the air – spring is finally here! And with it comes that special time we've all been counting down to... spring break! It's the perfect pause in our busy lives for some unforgettable family fun.
Lucky for us, Northwest Arkansas is just bursting at the seams with activities, camps, and attractions tailor-made for families on break, not to mention our close proximity to several other day-trip areas!
If you're on the lookout for fun (and free!) things to do, or eager to explore the best family-friendly spots around Northwest Arkansas, you've hit the jackpot. Welcome to your ultimate guide to making this spring break in Northwest Arkansas the best one yet for your family!
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Spring Break Fun in Northwest Arkansas
Parks and Playgrounds
Northwest Arkansas boasts an array of beautiful parks and playgrounds where families can enjoy picnics, leisurely walks, and playtime. Here are a few of our favorites:
Prairie Grove Battlefield Park
Rotary Park (ADA accessible)
Community Events in Northwest Arkansas
Looking for family fun events happening during spring break? Here are a few standout events to make the week special:
- Spring Break Specials, daily activities & crafts at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville (explore the wonderful grounds while there!)- FREE
- Spring Break specials M-F at The Jones Center (from indoor swimming to ice skating, $8 passes)
- Spring Break fun at The Amazeum with the Math Moves! interactive exhibit. During Spring Break, the Amazeum will be filled with pop-up activities that invite open-ended exploration through imagination, movement, and hands-on building. With extra days to visit, including Tuesday, March 17 and March 24, families can discover new ways to design, build, and create each time they come.
- Kick off Spring Break with Macaroni Kid, a bounce house, free ice cream and the Barnyard Buddies petting zoo at the free Spring Break celebration event at Lewis Ford
- Sharks pop-up with U of A Museum at Fayetteville Library on Tuesday
- 34th Annual Kite Festival at Turpentine Creek large cat rescue in Eureka Springs- FREE
- Spring Break Colonial Days at Rogers Historical Museum (Free but must register)
- Pioneer games, archeology and more Spring Break week @ Prairie Grove Battlefield Park (take pictures in the working pay phone across the street!)- FREE
- Use our guide to Northwest Arkansas Pokestops to go Pokemon hunting with the kids while exploring new places!
- The Arkansas Air & Military Museum in Fayetteville will be open Tues-Sat 9AM-4 PM during Spring Break. Cost: $11 adults, $6 kids (ages 5 & under free)
- Play mini golf, bumper cars or lazer tag with the kids at Lokomotion Family Fun Park (find coupons here for good deals)
- Hobbs State Park is Arkansas' largest state park and has a nice visitors center They have a planned hike and several craft stations for kids, plus it's close to War Eagle Mill.
- Terra Studios near Fayetteville is so unique and creative and they have Spring Break events with food trucks and art classes & more all week.
- Play board games with the family at Gear Gaming Fayetteville on Monday night! Bring your own or borrow from their extensive library of board games- Free
Want more? Make sure to check out our full Macaroni KID Fayetteville calendar!Near Bentonville instead? Here's our Rogers-Bentonville calendar!
Indoor Activities in Northwest Arkansas for Yucky Days
Spring weather can be unpredictable, but that doesn't mean the fun has to stop. Northwest Arkansas has several indoor attractions that are ideal for keeping the little ones entertained on rainy days:
- Get a $15 game card for $10 with this coupon for Lokomotion Family Fun Park
- Play unlimited old-school arcade games at Arkadia Retrocade in Fayetteville. $5 admission, cash only.
- Explore the Visitors Center at Hobbs State Park or JB & Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center- FREE
- Go explore the Fayetteville Public Library. No library card is required to enter, and the expansion they completed in 2020 is incredible. From a 3D printing lab to airplanes hanging from the ceiling, the library is worth exploring!
Kid-Friendly Day Trips from Northwest Arkansas
Looking for a quick getaway? Here are a few spots that make for a good day trip this time of year:
Check out Macaroni KID Springfield, MO, Macaroni KID Downtown Kansas City, Macaroni Kid Branson, and Macaroni KID N. Little Rock!
Making the Most of Spring Break in Northwest Arkansas
Whether it's outdoor adventures, cool camps, or local fun you're after, Macaroni KID is ready to make this spring break unforgettable for you and your kids. Here's to making memories! Happy Spring Break!
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