7 Things to Do in Texarkana & Beyond This Weekend April 24–26

The weekend is here and even though it might be a rainy weekend for the most part that is not stopping the fun. Great events are taking place in Texarkana, the surrounding areas and beyond. Check out these 7 great events going on this weekend April 24 through the 26th.

 Murphy's Texarkana AR Gun & Knife Show

Murphy's Texarkana AR Gun & Knife Show is Saturday, 9 AM- 5 PM, and Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM at the Holiday Inn Convention Center located at 5200 Convention Plaza Dr. in Texarkana, Arkansas. Over 180 tables with guns, knives, ammo and more. Buy, Sell or Trade firearms at the show. Admission is $10, and ages 12 & under get in free. Military and Police active or retired with an ID card get a $2 discount.

James Black’s Bowie Heritage Festival - Washington State Park

It's the 5th Annual James Black’s Bowie Heritage Festival at the Historic Washington State Park in Arkansas, Friday, April 24, and Saturday, the 25th. The event will be from 9 AM to 5 PM both days. More information at Bowie Heritage Festival Returns to Washington April 24-25

The National Professional Fishing League Tournament

National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) tournament at Lake Millwood in Arkansas due to low water levels at Wright Patman Lake. The event is going on now through Saturday.  Enjoy tournament activities and the official weigh-ins scheduled at Yarborough Landing in Ashdown. More details at NPFL Tournament Moves to Lake Millwood Due to Low Water Levels

Fouke Moster Festival

The 2026 Fouke Monster Festival will be held on Friday and Saturday, with special guests speaking all that is Bigfoot in Fouke, Arkansas at the Community Center. Find out more at  What To Expect At The 2026 Fouke Monster Festival

 Arkansas Quiz Bowl 2026 - Saturday Morning on Arkansas TV

High school students from across Arkansas will be showing off their academic skills in the annual Arkansas Governor’s Academic Competition, “Arkansas Quiz Bowl 2026,” airing Saturday, April 25.  See the competition beginning at 9 AM livestreamed at arkansastv.gov/live. See some of Arkansas’s brightest students go head-to-head for scholarship money and state titles. More information at Arkansas Quiz Bowl 2026: Watch the State Finals Live Saturday

Linden WildFlower Trails Festival

Festivities kicked off on Monday, April 20, and run through Saturday, April 2 Check ut the car show, art show, rodeo and live music in Linden, Texas. Find out more at Linden Wildflower Trails Festival: Guide to This Week’s Fun

Wild Wines at Little Rock Zoo

Love animals and wine? Little Rock Zoo is gearing up for Wild Wines on Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25. It's two great nights with incredible wine, delicious food, and a great cause. More details at Wild Wines 2026: Little Rock Zoo Event Dates & Ticket Info