What To Expect At Texarkana's Annual Black History Month Parade

Black History Month wraps up this Saturday, February 28, with a parade in downtown Texarkana at 2 PM presented by the Twin City Black History Association.

Black History Month Parade Downtown Texarkana Feb. 28

The Black History Month parade will take place at the corner of East Broad and Hazel Streets, then over to Front Street before ending in front of the downtown courthouse. The theme of this year's parade is "We Are One, Education is Our Priority Too."

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Parade co-chairman Anderson Neal Jr. recently spoke to KTAL-TV about the parade and said this year marks 34 years for the Texarkana Black History Month parade. So far, there are 34 entries, including a marching band, the Texarkana Steppers, cars, churches, and other civic organizations.

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Parade participants are to gather in the parking lot of Beech Street Baptist Church at 12:30 PM to receive their parade entry number, then be instructed for lineup on East Broad Street. The parade gets underway at 2 PM, led by the Arkansas High School ROTC, and is expected to last about 40 minutes.

Sandra Calloway Scholarship Brunch Fundraiser

Before the parade, there will be the annual Sandra Calloway Scholarship Brunch fundraiser at 10 AM at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 2921 North Cooley Drive. Ticket prices start at $50.

About Black History Month

Black History Month, which runs from February 1 to March 1, 2026, is a month-long celebration honoring Black achievements in the United States, while highlighting the contributions and legacies of Black African Americans.