Shreveport and the surrounding ArkLaTex region have a packed lineup of community events this weekend. Whether you enjoy creating art, staying active outdoors, or browsing fresh local produce, there’s something for every family.
Friday, October 2
Artists Trading Cards – 6:00 PM‑8:00 PM at 854 Texas Ave, Shreveport. This open‑air gathering welcomes artists of all skill levels to create and trade small artwork cards. All supplies are provided, though participants may bring their own materials.
Friday Night Magic (Magic: The Gathering) – 6:00 PM‑10:30 PM at The Basement, 4092 Airline Dr, Bossier City. For $6, players receive prize support and can enjoy casual Commander‑style gameplay in a friendly setting.
2‑Hour Glassblowing Class – High Gravity Glassworks, 1120 Texas Ave. The $350 fee covers two participants and offers a hands‑on introduction to gathering, marvering, and shaping glass without the commitment of a multi‑week course.
Pottery Wheel Class – Open to beginners age 13 and up. Attendees learn to center clay on the wheel, create a bowl or vessel, and keep three pieces to take home after a three‑week drying and kiln‑firing process. Tickets are non‑refundable.
Saturday, October 3
The GREAT 5K and Paddlefest – 8:00 AM at Fox Creek Farms, 11958 Ellerbe Rd, Shreveport. Hosted by The Arc Caddo‑Bossier, Casey Jones and Badreka Harper, the event combines a family‑friendly 5K run with paddle‑sport activities. Registration is available via PaddleSignup.
Shreveport Farmers Market – 8:00 AM‑12:00 PM at Festival Plaza, Downtown Shreveport (101 Crocket St). The weekly pop‑up market runs for 13 weeks each summer, featuring vendors within 150 miles offering fresh produce, homemade jams, locally raised meats, baked goods, and handmade crafts.
Bossier City Farmers Market – 9:00 AM‑1:00 PM at the south parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 E. Texas St. Open April 4‑November 28, the market hosts over 80 vendors each Saturday, providing fresh fruits and vegetables, food‑truck fare, ethnic specialties, live music, and family‑friendly activities such as face painting.
These events reflect the vibrant community spirit of the ArkLaTex, offering creative outlets, healthy recreation, and opportunities to support local growers and artisans. For more details or to register, visit the individual event websites or contact the listed organizers.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
