Weekend Events in The Texarkana Area For the First Weekend of August

August is here and so is the weekend. We found some great events that will help you prepare for the school year and save you some money, too!

2025 Arkansas Tax-Free Weekend Saturday & Sunday (August 2-3)

This year, the tax-free weekend is August 2-3, from 12:01 AM on Saturday, August 2, 2025, to 11:59 PM on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Arkansas shoppers can shop for 48 hours, exempt from local and state taxes on certain back-to-school items and merchandise. Read more at What To Know About Arkansas' Tax Free Weekend In 2025

TISD App Launch and Family Night - Friday

Texarkana ISD is launching its new mental health app for students tonight from 6 PM to 7:30 PM at the Texas Middle School 6th Grade Center Cafeteria. They will have a great night of fun and food. The App, Alongside, is a tool to help support student mental wellness, communication and academic growth. Read more at Texarkana ISD Launches Alongside Mental Health App

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Farmers' Markets

Gateway Farmers' Market

Open Saturday 7 AM to Noon. Tons of fresh vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods, local honey, jams and more . Gateway Farmers Market is located at 602 East Jefferson in Texarkana, Arkansas. More info on their Facebook page.

Texarkana Farmers' Market

Open Saturday 8 AM to Noon It is their last day for the season and they'll have their 15th annual Best Salsa in the Ark-La-Tex competition. Plus fresh vegetables and fruit, baked goods and more. Texarkana Farmers' Market is located at 500 North Stateline Avenue, Texarkana, Texas. More details on their Facebook page.

West Bowie County Back to School Bash in New Boston - Saturday

The 8th Annual West Bowie County 'Back to School Bash' will take place at Plentiful Harvest at 500 N. Merrill Street in New Boston, Texas, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Free school supplies, haircuts and family fun. Read more at New Boston Back to School Bash: Free Supplies & Fun