Weekend Fun Alert! Epic Events Happening in Texarkana & Beyond!

Who's ready for the weekend? This weekend is packed with great events in Texarkana and beyond. Grab the family and plan a weekend of fun things to do this weekend, April 25 and 26.

Texarkana Public Library Ice Cream Social Friday

Texarakana Public Library is celebrating 100 years and hosting a free 1950s old-fashioned Ice Cream Social on Friday, all day, 9 AM to 5 PM. Read more at Texarkana Library’s 1950s Ice Cream Social

Gateway Farmers Market Spring Tailgates and Tables Saturday

Gateway Farmers Market is hosting their annual Spring Tailgates and Tables event this weekend in Texarkana. This fun event will take place this Saturday, April 26, from 8 AM to 1 PM.More information at Gateway Market Tailgates & Tables: Veggies, Crafts, More!

Miller County Master Gardeners Plant Sale  4 States Fairgrounds - Saturday

Gardeners, listen up! The Miller County Master Gardeners are having their annual sale Saturday morning 8 AM to Noon at the Four States Fairgrounds in the Fine Arts Building in Texarkana, Arkansas. This is where you can buy plants that the Master Gardeners grow!

CASA Colorful 5K Run - Saturday

The CASA and TCAC Colorful 5K Run is just around the corner in Texarkana. The event starts at 8:30 AM at Spring Lake Park. More details at Discover The Fun Of The Colorful 5K Run At Spring Lake Park

Safety Day Superhero Style Event with TxDOT Spring Lake Park - Saturday

Join the City of Texarkana, Texas along with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for this fun and informative event for kids. Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Spring Lake Park. More details at Safety Day: Superhero Style Set for April 26 in Texarkana

Fallen Biker Memorial Wall Fundraiser

Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM rain or shine, East Street Pawn and Jewelry at 502 East Street is serving up $10 plate lunches with a pulled pork sandwich, chips and a drink. All on-duty first responders eat free and all proceeds go to help build the Fallen Biker Memorial Wall.

Grand Opening of Grady T. Wallace Soccer Complex - Saturday

The grand opening celebration starts at 10 AM with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Then it's free hot dogs, bounce houses and more for the whole family. Read more at Discover The Upgraded Grady T. Wallace Soccer Complex Opening Day

Murphy's Gun & Knife Show Saturday and Sunday

9 AM to 5 PM Saturday and 9 AM to 4 PM Sunday at the Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center located at 5200 Convention Plaza Drive in Texarkana, Arkansas.

National Historic Marker Weekend Volunteer Event

The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program is asking you to help clean historic markers in Arkansas on National Historic Marker Weekend (April 25–27)  Find out how you can help at Help Clean Historic Markers in Arkansas April 25–27

 Texas Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday

This weekend you can stock up on emergency essentials supplies and pay no sales tax this weekend.  The tax-free weekend begins Saturday, April 26, and runs through Monday, April 28. You can find out more here Tax-Free Weekend for Emergency Supplies in Texas, Starts Saturday

And Beyond....

4th Annual James Black Bowie Heritage Festival at Old Washington State Park

This is a celebration of early American history and the man who made the Bowie knife, James Black. You'll see renowned bladesmiths and celebrity personalities from the TV show Forged in Fire. More details at James Black Bowie Knife Festival This Weekend in Arkansas

Fouke Monster Festival - Friday & Saturday

Have you seen Bigfoot before? If you can't get enough of the Fouke Monster or maybe you have a personal experience? Time to share your story and hear others!  In Fouke, Arkansas at the Fouke Community Center. Find out more at 2025 Fouke Monster Festival Returns April 25-26

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Best Tacos & Salsa in The Ark-La-Tex Contest - Shreveport Saturday

If you love tacos, then you don't want to miss the battle for the Best Tacos and Salsa in the Ark-La-Tex at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. All the details at Taco Wars 2025: A Must-Visit Event For Food Lovers

Chicks in the Sticks - Hot Springs Friday & Saturday

Girls, if you love your Jeep, don't miss this event in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Friday and Saturday. Hosted by Midwest Jeepthing. More details at What To Expect At The Chicks In The Sticks 2025 Event