Texarkana residents have a full calendar of family‑friendly events this fall, with activities ranging from traditional harvest festivals to Halloween movie nights and special gatherings for veterans and adults with special needs.
Fall Festival at Spring Lake Park
On October 15, the Texarkana Texas Parks and Recreation Department will host its Annual Fall Festival at Spring Lake Park, 4303 N. Park Road, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The program includes hayrides, games, costume contests and other classic autumn fun. The festival concludes before the family‑friendly movie Casper (1995) begins at dusk.
Fall Farmer’s Market and Movies in the Park
Also on October 15 and again on October 22, the Texarkana Fall Farmer’s Market will set up at Spring Lake Park alongside a Movies‑in‑the‑Park series. The market runs from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., offering fresh produce and local crafts. After the market, the park will screen Casper on October 15 and the classic thriller The Town That Dreaded Sundown on October 22.
Veterans’ Fall Festival for Adults with Special Needs
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4562, located at 4700 E. 9th St., will host a Fall Festival for adults with special needs on October 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes, enjoy games, refreshments and a supportive community atmosphere.
“Boo at the Barn” at Runnin WJ Ranch
Runnin WJ Ranch, 4802 South Kings Hwy., invites families to “Boo at the Barn” on October 28, 6 p.m.‑8 p.m. The event features trick‑or‑treating inside the barn, hayrides, candy, concessions and games. Admission is free and the event will proceed rain or shine. For more information, call 903‑838‑3223 or email [email protected].
Health Care Express Trick‑or‑Treat Parties
Health Care Express will host trick‑or‑treat parties at three locations: 125 Arkansas Blvd., 3515 Richmond Road and 4701 W. 7th St. Each party begins at 6:30 p.m. and will feature a variety of vendors offering treats and activities for children.
Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Perot Theatre
On October 30, the historic Perot Theatre, 221 Main St., will present the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show at 8 p.m. General admission tickets are $19; VIP tickets with a prop kit are $29. Outside props are not permitted.
Fall Festival Downtown & Haunt N’ Harvest
October 31 brings the Fall Festival Downtown in partnership with Haunt N’ Harvest, running from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Front Street Plaza, 400 E. Front St. Activities include trunk‑or‑treat, food trucks, live entertainment, face painting and vendor booths. More details are available at FrontstreetTXK.org.
6th Annual Blues Fool Festival – Twist‑A‑Treat Halloween
The Blues Fool Festival will take place at the Holiday Inn Texarkana Convention Center, 5200 Convention Plaza Dr., on October 31 at 7 p.m. Attendees can enjoy live music, a costume contest and additional Halloween fun. Visit bluesfool.com for tickets.
Ark‑La‑Tex Haunt N’ Harvest Fest
Also on October 31, the Ark‑La‑Tex Haunt N’ Harvest Fest will run noon‑to‑6 p.m. on East Broad St. Highlights include a Recovery Road Treasure Chest Grove, dog and kids costume contests, Hype & Glory Wrestling, a pop‑up skating rink, Gelly Ball, an art gallery and vendor booths. An after‑hours Spirit Walk will be led by Candi Coker. Follow the event on Facebook at cosmiccrossroadstxk.
We Are Washington Fall Festival
The We Are Washington gym at 1900 Marietta Street will host a fall festival on October 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring candy, games, vendors and a variety of family activities.
College Hill Fall Festival at East Street Pawn & Jewelry
East Street Pawn and Jewelry, 502 East St., will hold its annual College Hill Fall Festival on October 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., offering local crafts and community entertainment.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration
The Semillas de Futuro Foundation will celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Spring Lake Park, 4303 N. Park Road, on October 31 from noon to 8 p.m. The festival includes live music, dance performances and vendor booths.
Autumn Market at Terry Lee Rogers Recreation Center
On November 6 and 7, the Terry Lee Rogers Recreation Center, 1 Legion Drive, will host a two‑day Autumn Market. The night market on Friday, Nov. 6 runs 5 p.m.‑8 p.m.; the day market on Saturday, Nov. 7 runs 9 a.m.‑2 p.m., showcasing handmade creations from local artisans.
These events provide ample opportunities for families, veterans, seniors and youth to gather, celebrate the season and strengthen community bonds throughout Texarkana.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
