Fort Smith is rolling out the red carpet for a beloved regional tradition: the 90th annual Arkansas Oklahoma State Fair is underway, bringing rides, entertainment, and community spirit to the River Valley.

The milestone event, reported by KNWA FOX24, marks nine decades of the fair calling Fort Smith home — a remarkable run that has made it one of the most enduring community gatherings in the area. Year after year, the fair draws families from both sides of the state line, uniting Arkansans and Oklahomans in a celebration of agriculture, food, fun, and local pride.

Reaching a 90th anniversary is no small feat. For generations, the Arkansas Oklahoma State Fair has been a cherished late-summer tradition where neighbors reconnect, children experience the thrill of carnival rides, and local vendors and exhibitors showcase the best of the region. The fair’s longevity speaks to the deep roots it has put down in the Fort Smith community and the surrounding River Valley.

Whether visitors come for the live entertainment, the classic fair food, the competitions, or simply the atmosphere of a warm community gathering, the Arkansas Oklahoma State Fair continues to deliver the kind of shared experience that brings people together across age groups and backgrounds.

Fort Smith residents and visitors from across the two-state region are encouraged to take part in this historic 90th edition — a celebration that is as much about community as it is about fun. Here’s to nine decades of memories, and to many more years of this beloved River Valley tradition.

Sources: KNWA FOX24