Mudbugs, Music, Marksmanship & More! Here’s The April 17-19 Weekend Events

It's almost weekend time! Warmer weather with possibly a rain shower or two, but that will not stop the great events going on this weekend in Texarkana and beyond. From Festivals to a great cause with live music to a shooting competition and more. Let's take a look at all the great events going on this weekend of April 17 to April 19.

TXK 2026 Catfish & Mudbug Festival - Saturday

It'll be a day full of food, music, and family-friendly fun. It all takes place at Front Street Plaza in downtown Texarkana. Open to the public and free admission. See more information at Catfish & Mudbug Festival Set for April 18 in Texarkana

Over The Edge Rappel Down a Building for CASA & TCAC Kids - Saturday

Are you a bit of a daredevil? Then this is right up your alley or should we say down a building. This is your chance to rappel down a building in downtown Texarkana and it's all for a great cause!  Find out more at New Texarkana Rappel Event Supports CASA and TCAC Kids

Pork on a Fork  - Saturday

Enjoy an evening of food, fun and live music. Hailey Wright will perform, and the night will benefit the Texarkana Resources for the Disabled and Runnin’ WJ Ranch. More details at Pork on a Fork Fundraiser Returns to Hooks April 18 

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The Bullseye Challenge Fundraiser - Friday, Saturday and Sunday

The Bullseye Challenge Animal Shelter 50/50 Fundraiser will be this weekend Friday, April 17, through Sunday, April 19, giving you the chance to test your aim while helping support the local animal shelter. Read more at Texarkana Shooting Competition: Win Big for the Animal Shelter

National Professional Fishing League Tournament - Sunday, April 19 -April 25

National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) is coming back to Texarkana with a major professional fishing tournament at Wright Patman Lake starting Sunday, April 19, through April 25. More details at NPFL Texarkana 2026: Dates, Weigh-Ins, and Community Events

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Master Cast-Iron Cooking Class - Prescott, Arkansas, Saturday

The Nevada County Depot Museum is inviting everyone to slow down, step back in time, and experience the flavors of history during a special cast-iron cooking class that will take place on Saturday, April 18. This hands-on event will take place at the scenic Prairie D’Ane Battlefield in Prescott, Arkansas. All the details at Cast-Iron Cooking Class at Prairie D'Ane Battlefield | Arkansas

The Bluebonnet Festival in Ennis, Texas - Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Along with the scenic drives, it's almost time for the annual Bluebonnet Trails Festival in Ennis, Texas on April 17–19. The festival will feature live music throughout the day, along with vendors offering food, clothing, arts, crafts and more. More details at Best Bluebonnet Trails in Texas and Ennis Festival