Happening Now: 81st Annual Four States Fair & Rodeo Takes Over Texarkana
The 81st Annual Four States Fair & Rodeo is officially underway in Texarkana, bringing together live entertainment, rodeo action, great food, and plenty to do for all ages. Whether you come out for the rides, the shows, or just to enjoy the smell of funnel cakes and the sound of carnival rides in the background, […]
The 2026 Boggy Creek Monster Festival: South Arkansas’s Wildest Weekend Is in Your Backyard
The legend of the Fouke Monster has been drawing people to Miller County, Arkansas for over 50 years. This spring, there’s a reason to make the drive that goes beyond a late-night creek walk. The 2nd Annual Boggy Creek Monster Festival runs March 27-29, 2026 at The Dancing Ranch Farm, 490 Miller County 218, just […]
Downtown Live Returns to Downtown Texarkana
On March 13, 2026, Main Street Texarkana’s Downtown Live filled Texarkana’s historic downtown with open shops, live art, and open house tours of some of Texarkana’s most storied buildings. Free and family friendly, the quarterly event keeps downtown clubs, restaurants, and shops open late so visitors can take their time exploring. It’s one of the […]
Hunting the Boggy Creek Monster: A Cryptid Hunter’s Weekend Itinerary from Texarkana, Arkansas
The Sulphur River bottoms don’t look like much on a map. Sixteen thousand acres of cypress swamp, tupelo, and bottomland hardwood—flat, dark, and as remote as anything in the American South. But Miller County, Arkansas has been producing eyewitness accounts of something large moving through those trees for over 150 years, and the reports haven’t […]
Your Ultimate Spring Event Guide for Texarkana, Arkansas
If your spring calendar is still wide open, consider this your sign to fill it. Texarkana is gearing up for one of its best seasons yet, with something happening for just about everyone—whether you’re chasing live music, local festivals, or just a great day out with the family. MARCH WAGONS FOR VETERANS 📅 Saturday March […]
Texarkana Catfish & Mudbug Festival Brings a Full Day of Food, Music, and Community to Downtown
Spring in Texarkana means festival season downtown, and one of the biggest is happening at Front Street Plaza. The Texarkana Catfish & Mudbug Festival takes place April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., bringing a full day of live music, seafood, and downtown energy to the plaza Everything centers around the Loading Dock […]
Cross the Line: A Weekend Road Trip to Texarkana, Arkansas
There are not many places in America where your weekend starts with one foot in Arkansas and one in Texas. In Texarkana, it does. Before dinner reservations, before drinks, before you even check into your hotel, you’re standing on a painted line in front of a historic federal courthouse that quite literally splits two states. […]
Your February 2026 Guide to What’s Happening in Texarkana, Arkansas
Between cozy nights out, live music, Valentine’s plans, and a full lineup of events happening at the Four States Fairgrounds, there’s no shortage of ways to fill your calendar in Texarkana this February. Check out these upcoming events in Texarkana, Arkansas! Family-Friendly Events Events at the Four States Fairgrounds Four States Fairgrounds February 2026 is […]
Mardi Gras in Texarkana: What’s Happening and Where to Be
If you know, you know. Mardi Gras season in Texarkana has its own little magic. It’s loud in the best way, full of color, a little chaotic, and packed with reasons to meet up with friends and eat something that warms you from the inside out. We may not have Bourbon Street, but the Arkansas […]
What to Know About the 2026 Run the Line Half Marathon
What to Know About the 2026 Run the Line Half Marathon There’s only one place where you can start a half marathon in Texas and finish it in Arkansas, and that’s Texarkana. The Run the Line Half Marathon returns on February 15, 2026, bringing runners together for a truly one-of-a-kind race-day experience. Whether you’re running, […]
Start the Year Out Right: January Events & Live Music in Texarkana
January in Texarkana is anything but slow, with standout events like the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two setting the tone for a month full of things to do. Beyond that, bars and venues around town are packed with live music, comedy nights, and familiar local artists taking the stage all month long. Whether you’re […]
The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy Returns to Texarkana
If you’re into creepy stories, craft cocktails, or just looking for something totally different to do, we’ve got good news for you. The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is coming back to the 1923 Banana Club in downtown Texarkana, and this time it’s darker, moodier, and more unforgettable than ever. So… What Exactly Is the […]
December in Texarkana, Arkansas: Markets, Music, Masquerades & Holiday Magic
December in Texarkana brings a full lineup of holiday markets, concerts, themed pop-ups, nightlife, bar crawls, and community events across the Arkansas side. Whether you love cozy traditions, creative nights out, or festive celebrations that last until midnight, the month is packed with ways to get out and enjoy the season. Jingle & Mingle Market […]
Your November Guide to Winter Events, Festivals & Live Music in Texarkana, Arkansas
There’s no slowing down on the Arkansas side when the holidays hit. November and December are packed — markets, parades, concerts, pop-ups, and plenty of excuses to get out and do something fun. Check out what’s happening in Texarkana’s Arkansas side this holiday season! Skip ahead: Family-Friendly Events For Adults Live Music & Entertainment Lineup […]
Your October 2025 Guide to Fall Events, Festivals & Live Music in Texarkana, Arkansas
October in Texarkana, Arkansas is packed with live music, family festivals, and fall fun across the city. From downtown Halloween events and steampunk soirées to food festivals and community fundraisers, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re planning a day out with the family or a night on the town. Here’s your complete guide to October 2025 […]
Phantom Killer Dinner Theater Returns to Texarkana’s 1923 Banana Club
Looking for a fall experience that’s as unique as it is unforgettable? The Phantom Returns Dinner Theater is back this October at one of Texarkana’s coolest hidden gems—the 1923 Banana Club. Just a short drive from Shreveport, Little Rock, Tyler, or Hot Springs, this immersive dinner theater brings Texarkana’s most infamous legend to life […]
Destination Downtown 2025: Texarkana’s Night Out
There’s just something special about Downtown Texarkana in the fall. The lights feel brighter, the music a little louder, and the streets buzz with energy. On Saturday, October 11, 2025, that magic comes to life again with the return of Destination Downtown—an evening that’s become one of Texarkana’s favorite traditions. Hosted by LNKTXK, this […]