New Year's Eve Ball Drop

The Fort Smith Downtown Business Association is proud to announce the return of the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop!  This is a safe, family-friendly festive community celebration with FREE admission.
 
December 31 from 8:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. in the 800 Garrison parking lot and on historic Garrison Avenue between 7th and 9th Streets in Downtown Fort Smith.
 
Entertainment:
Niki Waters Band live at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
 
This year’s event brings an exciting night of entertainment for families, friends, and visitors. Festivities will include inflatable attractions, a variety of local food trucks, fun vendors and two high-energy performances by the Niki Waters Band at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Guests of all ages are invited to enjoy the vibrant downtown atmosphere as the city counts down to 2026.
 
A highlight of the evening will be the official New Year’s countdown led by Mayor McGill, culminating in the dramatic drop of a 10-foot lighted ball over Garrison Avenue.
 
Immediately following the ball drop, the sky will light up with a spectacular fireworks show, giving attendees a memorable start to the new year.
 
Come out and help us welcome the new year!!