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
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:
- Drop-in Artmaking @ Crystal Bridges Museum (explore the wonderful grounds while there!)- FREE
- Spring Break specials M-F at The Jones Center (from ice skating to inflatables, low-cost fun for all ages)
- Pioneer Games @ Prairie Grove Battlefield Park (take pictures in the working pay phone across the street!)- FREE
- Amazeum- Studio Grow (ages 6 & under)
- The Best Friends Pet Resource Center One Year Birthday Bash - FREE
- The new Exquisite Creatures exhibit at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville opens over Spring Break. It is made up of three-dimensional works of art comprised of animal, mineral, and plant specimens arranged in precise, geometric compositions. Shown together, the works create an immersive environment that inspires wonder and fosters a desire to preserve the natural world. Cost: $12 Adults, Free for museum members, Free for SNAP participants, veterans, and youth age 18 & under. *SNAP participants, please call (479) 657-2335 to enroll for free entry to temporary exhibitions.
- 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 have special hours during Spring Break. Cost: $11 adults, $6 kids
- Arkansas Families Carnival-Style festival by Shared Beginnings Cost: Free admission, pay-to-play games
Want more? Make sure to check out our full Macaroni KID Fayetteville 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
- Explore indoor sensory fun with these tips from Kids Unlimited Learning Academy.
- 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 Fort Smith, Macaroni KID Little Rock 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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