Texarkana residents have a packed calendar of arts, entertainment, and community events this week. Whether you enjoy fairs, live music, charity runs, or museum outings, there’s something for every family.
Miller County Fair (Fouke, AR)
The annual Miller County Fair runs today and Saturday at the County Fairgrounds, 401 E. Lewis St., Fouke. Highlights include a livestock show, youth stick‑horse rodeo, home arts displays, and a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday. More details are posted on the fair’s Facebook page.
Theater and Music
TexRep presents the musical Come From Away at Stilwell Theater on the Texarkana College campus (2500 N. Robison Rd., Texarkana, TX). Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, and $5 for Texarkana College students with a valid ID. First responders may request a discount via email, and animal‑shelter food donations also qualify for reduced tickets.
Live‑music venues are buzzing:
- Fat Jack’s (3324 N. State Line Ave., Texarkana, AR) features Jase Bryant today, Chasing Rita on Saturday, and Alex & Liv on Thursday.
- Twisted Fork Grill & Bar (5522 Summerhill Rd., Texarkana, TX) hosts Danny Maxey & The Gang today.
- La Fogata (3401 Genoa Rd., Texarkana, AR) offers Mobetta Band at 7 p.m. today and an “Elvis” tribute at 7 p.m. Saturday.
- Redbone Magic Brewing (1304 Texas Blvd., Texarkana, TX) presents Anthony Price tonight at 7:30 p.m. and 8 Track Band Saturday at the same time.
- 1923 Banana Club (223 Front St., Texarkana, AR) showcases DG Drexler at 8 p.m. today and Majestic Jazz Saturday at 8 p.m.
Charity Runs and Walks
The Do The Haven Hustle 5K, benefitting Haven Homes of Texarkana, starts Saturday at 221 Main St., Texarkana, TX. Runners receive a light continental breakfast at the Perot Theatre.
Run TEAL We Find A Cure 5K supports the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance. Registration runs from 7:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., with the race beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday at Spring Lake Park (4303 N. Park Rd., Texarkana, TX).
Legacy Heart Walk takes place Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Bringle Lake Park (7602 University Ave., Texarkana, TX). The walk offers three distance options, a kids zone, local vendors, music, games, and prizes.
Family‑Friendly Activities
Texarkana Harley‑Davidson (802 Walton Dr., Texarkana, TX) hosts a Poker Run on Saturday to benefit the Walk To End Alzheimer’s. Riders and passengers pay $10 each; the first bike departs at 12:30 p.m., the last at 4:30 p.m. A 50/50 raffle and free snacks are included.
Tacos N’ Tunes Tres begins Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at Northridge Country Club (120 Bill Rogers Dr., Texarkana, TX). The event features tacos, live music by Texas songwriters, and a charity golf tournament scheduled for Monday, Sept. 21.
ColorHype TXK offers Paint‑and‑Sip evenings at Redbone Magic Brewing. “Autumn Chapters” and “Brush Crush” are both scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Tickets are $40.
Friends For A Cause’s 9th annual kickball tournament is set for Saturday, Sept. 26, at Grady T. Wallace Park (3315 Leopard Dr., Texarkana, TX). Teams pay $150 to enter; food trucks and vendors will be on site.
Fall Festivities
Oktoberfest by Main Street runs Saturday, Oct. 3, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Texarkana. Activities include a petting zoo, football watch party, face painting, hair braiding, Bier Olympics for adults, a Ninja Warriors Challenge for kids, bounce houses, and live music.
Hospice of Texarkana’s 16th annual Jeans & Bling benefits the organization on Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Texarkana Convention Center (4610 Cowhorn Creek Rd., Texarkana, TX). The evening features a buffet dinner, celebrity lip‑sync contest, silent and live auctions, raffles, and performances by Chris LeGrand & Satisfaction and the International Rolling Stones Tribute Show.
Food and Community Events
Harvest Regional Food Bank’s Taste of Texarkana takes place Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Four States Fairgrounds. Tickets are $25 ($10 for children 6‑12; free for ages 5 and under). The event showcases over 40 local restaurants and vendors, with VIP tickets available for $50.
Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Rec and The Doghouse Foster & Adoption present a community‑wide pet adoption day Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jefferson Park (1600‑1632 E. 12th St., Texarkana, AR). Pet vendors, games, and photo booths will be on site.
The Two States One Story Benefit Concert is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22, at Four States Fairgrounds (3700 E. 50th St., Texarkana, AR). Country star Neal McCoy headlines, with an opening performance by TJ McAlexander. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Museums and History
The Texarkana Museums System invites families to explore the Museum of Regional History (219 N. State Line, Texarkana, TX). Hours are 10 a.m.‑5 p.m. Tuesday‑Friday and 10 a.m.‑4 p.m. Saturday. Group visits and family‑fun days are available.
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas (2201 N. Field St.) remains open with timed‑entry tickets; hours are 10 a.m.‑5 p.m. Monday and Wednesday‑Saturday, 11 a.m.‑5 p.m. Sunday.
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History (1600 Gendy St., Fort Worth, TX) operates 10 a.m.‑5 p.m. Tuesday‑Saturday and noon‑5 p.m. Sunday, with health‑safety guidelines in place.
Arts Galleries
TRAHC (321 W. 4th St., Texarkana, TX) offers free gallery admission Wednesday‑Saturday, 10 a.m.‑4 p.m., with tours by appointment.
ArtSpace (518 Pine St., Texarkana, TX) is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 10 a.m.‑3 p.m., with a $10 daily admission or free entry for TRAHC members.
Ace of Clubs House (420 Pine St., Texarkana, TX) hosts “Brushstrokes of the Caddo” parlor lessons Saturday at 10 a.m. for $25 per person (ages 5+). The class includes all supplies and a tour of the venue.
All events are open to the public; please check individual websites or contact numbers for the latest information and any COVID‑19 guidelines.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
