Because rain and stormy weather are expected this weekend, Oktoberfest has been rescheduled. The event is now set for 10AM on Saturday, November 14, at Front Street Plaza in downtown Texarkana.

"Due to the weather forecast of torrential rains and thunderstorms, we have decided to postpone Oktoberfest until November 14. We want this first year to be amazing and feel this is the best possible choice," said event coordinator Debbie Brower. "Thank you all for your support. We will see you then and hopefully the sun will shine on us."

Oktoberfest will include arts and crafts vendors, delicious food and a beer garden with breweries from the wonderful state of Arkansas. Local artists, musicians and entertainers will be performing throughout the day, plus a special guest.

Texarkana Friends of the Shelter is hosting the festival, whose purpose is to raise money for the Animal Care and Adoption Center, our local animal shelter in Texarkana.

Did you know that Arkansas is known for its great craft beers and local breweries? This will be a great opportunity to sample some of the best craft beers from local breweries.

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Not only will there be a beer garden to sample an array of beer, you can also purchase full sized beverages from many of the unique breweries of Arkansas.

The festival will be full of other awesome arts and crafts vendors as well as delicious foods from across the Four States along with plenty of entertainment throughout the day.

The Front Street stage will feature many local singers, artists and dancers from the Ark-La-Tex, as well as a fun contest. Wrapping up the day will be Texarkana favorite, Greg Gardner, performing some of his best country hits.

Also, to help kick off the Oktoberfest, there will be a 5K race. The race has been named in honor of the Animal Care and Animal Care & Adoption Center, Texarkana, USA mascot, Pork Chop the pig. Don't worry, if running isn't your thing, join in on the one-mile Family Fun Run and Dog Walk. All proceeds go to the Texarkana Friends of the Shelter, which benefits the Animal Care and Adoption Center.

Race sign-up is $20 in advance or on the day of the race for $25. Sign-up for the one-mile walk for $10 in advance or $15 day of the race. Registration the day of the race will be from 6:30-7:30AM. The 5K race will begin at 8AM. The Fun Run and Dog Walk will begin at 9AM.

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Bring the family, including the dogs, and support your local animal shelter.

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