Prepare for Liftoff: The Cosmic Crossroads Festival is Coming to Downtown Texarkana, Arkansas

Mark your calendars and get ready for an out-of-this-world experience—Cosmic Crossroads is landing in Texarkana, Arkansas, this Saturday, November 15. It’s an all-day event running from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., filled with art, music, food, and local vendors. Downtown will be moving as everyone comes out to be part of the fun.

Admission is FREE, so grab your friends and family and come see what’s waiting at the crossroads.

 

A Community Driven Experience

If you can dance to it, paint it, light it up, or feel it in your soul, you’ll find it at Cosmic Crossroads, including:

  • 40+ vendors
  • live art installations
  • 6 immersive workshops
  • food vendors serving everything from savory bites to cosmic-themed treats and ice-cold drinks.

 

Live Music & Entertainment

The main stage will be alive all day with an incredible lineup ready to take you out of this world. Hillestad kicks things off, followed by Chace Rains carrying the energy through midday, and closing out with the one and only Big Red. And just when you think it’s over, stick around for a stunning fire performance by Phantom Flow Arts, the perfect finale to an unforgettable night.

Between sets, enjoy 3 poetry readings that add a creative twist to the day and prove that Cosmic Crossroads really does have a little something for everyone. Oh, and did we mention there will be things for the kids too? Dance parties, potato sack races, costume contest, bubble party, and much more.

 

Colorful Cosmic Crossroads 2025 schedule with music acts, poetry readings, and kids’ activities in Texarkana.

 

Immersive Learning & Vendors

Cosmic Crossroads isn’t just about entertainment and food. Learn something new at an immersive workshop such as:

  • Foxy Orange Creations – Immerse yourself in the world of resin art with a beginner-friendly workshop that guides you step-by-step through the fundamentals, helping you get hands-on and creative.
  • Local Habit – Discover the art of latte art in a fun, interactive experience where you’ll learn to create stunning designs in your coffee, making each cup a masterpiece.
  • Echos Jewels & More – Experience the soothing process of making herbal-infused bath salts, and learn how to blend salts and herbs to create relaxing, therapeutic blends.

 

If you’re looking to shop, there are 40+ vendors will be ready to offer you a wide range of items, from handmade trinkets to unique store-quality goods and delicious foods, including:

  • Moss & Bone Obscura – Step into a world of curiosities filled with obscure trinkets, antiques, and handcrafted oddities that celebrate everything weird and wonderful.
  • The Yarn Sculptor – Discover handcrafted, heirloom-quality pieces made with care and creativity. From crochet stuffed animals to blankets and wall hangings, every detail is a work of art.
  • Goddess Good – Spiritual tools and creations meant to inspire balance, reflection, and connection with your higher self.

 

Giving Back to the Community

Giving back is part of the Cosmic Crossroads spirit. Through donation tents, outreach programs, and volunteer opportunities for city cleanups and community assistance, they are working to spread good energy both beyond and long after the festival gates.

 

Why You Don’t Want to Miss It

There’s something for everyone at Cosmic Crossroads: live music, art installations, hands-on workshops, unique vendors, and community give-back projects that make a real difference. It’s where creativity, connection, and good energy all meet in one unforgettable day.

 


Quick Guide: Cosmic Crossroads

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Where: Downtown Texarkana, Arkansas
Cost: FREE admission + FREE parking

 

What to Expect:

  • 40+ Vendors & 6 Immersive Workshops
  • Food Vendors of All Types
  • Live Music & Poetry All Day
  • Child-Friendly Activities
  • Art Installations & Interactive Experiences
  • Community Give-Back Tents
  • Fire Performance by Phantom Flow Arts

 

Park your spacecraft (or car) downtown for free, then take a short walk through the galaxy of lights, art, and music waiting at Cosmic Crossroads. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended for your interstellar adventure.

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