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Hot Springs Family Fun Parks

Hot Springs, Arkansas, is the perfect place to hold a family gathering. For one, our cabins are cozy for every age, but we are also close to a host of family fun parks right here in the city! In this quick guide, we'll review some of the most notable attractions that will keep your kids entertained (as well as the adults). Let's have some fun!

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Magic Springs

Address: 1701 E Grand Ave, Hot Springs, AR

Hours: Hours adjust depending on the time of year. Keep track of it here.


Price

Adults: $49.99

Children / Seniors: $39.99

Groups: For every 15 tickets you buy, you get 15 complimentary tickets for a different day!


Rides

With around 20 different attractions to experience, Magic Springs is an amusement park with a lot to look forward to! Thrill rides, kid rides, and rides for everyone abound in this endlessly exciting park experience.


If you need to cool off, feel free to head to the water park for some downtime. If you love amusement parks, this is the attraction for you!


Concerts

Interested in music? The in-house concert center is the perfect place to jam out with your friends and family! Check the band list so you can make sure you're around for one you'd like. It's free with admission.

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Funtrackers Family Fun Park

Address: 2614 Albert Pike Rd, Hot Springs, AR


Hours

Monday - Thursday: 12PM - 8PM

Friday: 12PM - 10PM

Saturday: 11AM - 10PM

Sunday: 12PM - 9PM


Price

Ticket costs vary dramatically based on the activities you choose. Check their website for exact pricing details.


While not a full-blown amusement park like Magic Springs, Funtrackers is a cute little family fun center with tons of activities for all ages. Putt your way to victory at Volcano Falls Mini Golf course down the street, or win big at the arcade. Laser tag, go karts, and bumper boats are other headliner attractions!

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Mid-America Science Museum

Address: 500 Mid America Blvd, Hot Springs, AR


Hours

Tuesday - Saturday: 9AM - 5PM

Sunday: 1PM - 5PM

Closed Monday


Price

Adults: $12

Children: $10

Seniors: $11


Who says education can't be fun? The MA Science Museum is a great activity for kids who love learning, as well as families who adore the sciences. Watch the "magic" show, check out the permanent exhibits, and view art pieces conveying scientific ideas.

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The Galaxy Connection

Address: 536 Ouachita Ave, Hot Springs National Park, AR


Hours

Sunday - Friday: 1PM - 4PM

Saturday: 10AM - 5PM


Price

$25 per person (2 and under are FREE)


The force is strong with this one. At the Galaxy Connection, you'll experience the thrill of seeing your favorite superheroes and jedis in person! Learn behind the scenes info about the Star Wars saga, and dress up a little bit to celebrate.

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Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

Address: 4612 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR


Hours

Monday - Friday: 12PM - 9PM

Saturday - Sunday: 10AM - 9PM


Price

$9.50 - $14.50 a person


Want to relax under the warm sun with a golf club in your hand? While you may be able to do that on the normal greens, golfing with the whole family may lead you to Pirate's Cove instead. With two 18-hole courses to choose from, you'll be getting birdies all day long.

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A Narrow Escape

Address: 801 Central Ave Suite 34, Hot Springs, AR


Hours

Wednesday - Thursday: 2PM - 8PM

Friday - Saturday: 11AM - 9PM

Sunday: 11AM - 7:30PM

Closed Monday and Tuesday


Price

$20 per person


We've talked plenty about experiences you and your family can enjoy, as well as competitive activities that will test the mettle of your group, but what about cooperation? At A Narrow Escape, you can choose from a variety of different escape room stories based on your family members' skill level. Hopefully you didn't leave your sharp minds at home!

With that, we've discussed a series of our favorite family attractions here in Hot Springs, Arkansas. We hope you enjoy them. Check out our Resources for more expert tips and guides to enjoying our vacation! If you're fam is looking for a place to stay, head over to the Knotty and Nice Cabins for more information!

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Karen Ilizarbe

Owner

Hi! I'm the owner of Knotty & Nice Cabins in Hot Spring, Arkansas. My goal is to provide an adventurous and fun environment for my guests to share—one that feels like home for them and their families. I have been in the lodging industry for many years and love creating timeless memories for my guests.

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