5 Great Weekend Events in Texarkana & Beyond March 20 – 21

It's official! This weekend is the first weekend of Spring! There are plenty of great events to check out. We have a list of the best events to see this weekend, March 19 - 21.

TISD Ribbon Cutting of New Career & Technical Education Center - Thursday

Kick off the weekend on Thursday with the opening of the brand new Career and Technical Education Center at Texas High.  It all starts on Thursday, March 19, at 5 PM with a ribbon cutting, tours and more. Details are at TISD to Open New CTE Innovation Center at Texas High School

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3rd Annual Brian Harris Golf & Pickleball Tournament -  Friday & Saturday

It's the 3rd Annual Brian Harris Golf & Pickleball Tournament is this weekend. This two-day fundraiser takes place at Northridge Country Club. Proceeds benefit scholarships for local nursing students. The event is on Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21.  The Youth Pickleball Tournament is on Friday night thenfood and live entertainment.  The Adult Pickleball Tournament is Saturday. See more information at Brian Harris Golf & Pickleball Tournament 2026 in Texarkana.

2026 Texarkana Home & Garden Show - Saturday

If you’ve been thinking about remodeling your home, building a new house, or putting a new look to your backyard don't miss the Texarkana Home and Garden. The event is Saturday, March 21, from 9 AM to 6 PM at Crossties Event Venue in historic downtown Texarkana. More details at Best Home and Landscaping Trends at Texarkana Home Show 2026

Spring 1st Responder Thank You Lunch - Saturday

We can never say enough to our first responders, but we can make sure they know they are appreciated. The Spring 1st Responder Thank You Lunch is Saturday, March 21, with a delicious free lunch for our local heroes. The event, hosted by East Street Pawn and Jewelry in Texarkana from 11 AM to 1 PM. The community is welcome too! It's only $10 a plate. Stop by and say thank you to our first responders. See more at Texarkana Hosts Community Lunch For First Responders Appreciation

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Bugtopia at Little Rock Zoo

Love creepy crawly things? The Little Rock Zoo in Little Rock, Arkansas, opens its insect interactive exhibit called “Bugtopia! Wonder Magnified!” on Saturday, and it will run through September 20. Read more at Giant Bug Exhibit “Bugtopia!” Coming to Little Rock Zoo March 21.