Texarkana residents and visitors have a full slate of cultural and family‑friendly events this week and into early November. Below is a quick guide to the best local happenings.
Live Entertainment
- Rocky Horror Picture Show – Friday, 8 p.m. at the Perot Theatre, 221 Main St. General admission $19; the Virgin Package with a prop kit $29. No outside props allowed. More info
- Community Ballet of Texarkana – The Nutcracker – Dec. 4‑6 at the Perot Theatre. Tickets $15‑$20. Call 903‑792‑4992
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Masquerade Ball – Sat., Nov. 21, 7 p.m. at the Texarkana Canvas Center, 2101 Texas Blvd. $60 per person or $480 for a table of eight. Live music by Soulvybe. Details
Festivals & Seasonal Celebrations
- Dia De Los Muertos Celebration – Sat., noon‑8 p.m. at Spring Lake Park, 4303 N. Park Rd. Altars, mariachi, La Catrina contest, dances, bounce houses and more. Info
- Fall Festival Downtown – Sat., 11 a.m.‑7 p.m. at Front Street Plaza, 400 E. Front St., Arkansas side. Trunk‑or‑treat, vendors, food trucks and live entertainment. Info
- We Are Washington Fall Festival – Sat., 11 a.m.‑2 p.m. at 1900 Marietta St., Arkansas side. Candy, games and vendors. Info
- Ark‑La‑Tex Haunt N’ Harvest Fest – Sat., noon‑6 p.m. on East Broad St. Includes dog and kids costume contests, wrestling, pop‑up skating rink and a Spirit Walk after hours. Info
- 6th Annual Blues Fool Festival (Twist‑A‑Treat Halloween) – Sat., 7 p.m. at Holiday Inn Texarkana Convention Center, 5200 Convention Plaza Dr. Live music and costume contest. Info
- Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza – Sat., Nov. 14, downtown. Parade begins 11 a.m.; concert by Gary Allan at 7 p.m. Info
- Sixth Annual Candy Cane Corral – Sat., Nov. 14, 9 a.m.‑4 p.m. at Four States Fairgrounds, 3700 E. 50th St., Arkansas. Hand‑made gifts, boutique clothing and sweets. Admission $5 (kids 12 and under free). Info
Family‑Oriented Activities
- Redbone Magic Brewing Chili Cook‑off – Sun., 11 a.m.‑4 p.m. at 1304 Texas Blvd. Live music, tasting and voting. Info
- Texarkana’s 10th Annual Bark In The Park – Sat., Nov. 7, 9 a.m.‑12 p.m. at Kylee Sullivan Dog Park, Spring Lake Park. Free rabies shots; additional vaccinations for a small fee. Dogs on leashes; cats in carriers. Info
- Let’s Battle Cancer Together Poker Run – Sat., Nov. 7, registration 10 a.m., start 11 a.m. at Texarkana Harley‑Davidson, 802 Walton Dr. $40 per vehicle ($50 for doubles). Bike wash, food trucks, raffles and live entertainment. Call 903‑417‑4730
- Community Healthcore Foundation Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot – Thu., Nov. 26, 5 K run and kids’ half‑mile fun dash at Spring Lake Park. Info
Music & Nightlife
- Fat Jack’s – Various dates: Wes Jeans (Fri.), Undermind (Sat. Halloween party), Jasper Bradshaw & Spud (Thu.). 3324 N. State Line Ave. Call 870‑774‑JACK
- Twisted Fork Grill & Bar – Fri., David Howe. 5522 Summerhill Rd. Info
- 1923 Banana Club – Fri., Texarkana Jazz Collective (8 p.m.); Sat., The Coldshot (8 p.m.). 223 Front St. Call 903‑824‑7674
- Redbone Magic Brewing – Sat., Trophy Husband. 1304 Texas Blvd. Info
Arts & Culture
- TRAHC Regional Arts Center – Gallery open Wed‑Sat, 10 a.m.‑4 p.m. Free admission; tours by appointment. 321 W 4th St.
- ArtSpace at Mayo Arts Makerspace – Open Wed, Thu, Sat, 10 a.m.‑3 p.m. $10 daily or free with TRAHC membership. 518 Pine St.
- Holiday Arts Market – Fri., Dec. 4, 10 a.m.‑5 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 5, 10 a.m.‑4 p.m. at TRAHC. Local handmade gifts and food truck. Call 903‑792‑8681
For the latest updates and ticket information, visit the event organizers’ websites or call the listed numbers.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
