Things to do in Texarkana February 14 – February 22, 2022

1. Valentine’s Day
Monday, February 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by spreading the love to your friends and neighbors who run our local businesses – Celebrate with local eats, sweets and treasures!

2. Run the Line Half Marathon
Sunday, February 20
Join the many hundreds coming from far and wide for this unique opportunity to run in one half marathon in the two states of Texas and Arkansas on a USATF certified single-loop course! We are proud to be in the prestigious 2022 Arkansas Grand Prix series. Series information is available at www.arkrrca.com.

3. Kids Run the Line Too!
Saturday, February 19
All kids ages 5 through 12 are welcome to join in the fun at Kids Run the Line Too on Saturday, February 19th. The registration fee is $15. Participants receive a shirt, medal, and goody bag. The first 100 registered will receive a superhero cape! Register through the link below by February 5th to receive a shirt! Learn more.

4. Speaker Series: Darlene Taylor
Thursday, February 17
Fiber Artist Darlene Taylor will talk about how she uses family tradition and self motivation to create fantasy and historically based costumes. After party at 7:30 to be held at a downtown restaurant where you will get the opportunity to hang out with the artist and your friends while enjoying a night out Downtown. While you’re there be sure to enjoy the exhibit “The Fabrics of Our Lives”. Learn more!

5. The Lifespan of a Fact
February 18 – February 27
Based on the true story of the epic battle between an author and a fact-checker, this sharp, comedic piece asks some big questions… Is there a difference between blurring the lines and telling a lie? When dealing with sensitive subjects, is emotional impact more important than absolute truth? Is there such thing as a “wrong” fact? What is a “hard caliche layer”? Visit www.TexRep.org for tickets!

AND DON’T FORGET

6. 2022 ArkLaTex Regenerative Agricultural Conference
Friday, February 18
Learn more here!

7. Preview Day at TAMU-T
Saturday, February 19
Preview Day is an event designed to allow prospective students to get an Eagle’s eye view of academics, student life, and so much more! Learn more.

8. Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball
Saturday, February 19
100 % of the process will stay right her in Texarkana and the surrounding areas. Contact 903-293-7093 for tickets. Learn more!

9. GET INVOLVED!

WILBURAWARD NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN for 2022 HONORS. Lift up individuals and organizations for exemplary community leadership! Online at LeadershipTexarkana.com – Deadline March 10.
ACCEPTING ENTRIES for 2022 goTXK T-shirt contest. Get Creative! Celebrating What’s to Love in Texarkana USA. Details at goTXK.org – Deadline March 31.
Get your creative brain in gear and start planning to compete in Texarkana’s new PITCH IT competition – and vie for big prizes! Participant’s initial pitch will take place on Thursday, March 31st starting at 4:00pm at Crossties in downtown Texarkana. They will be given a pitch time on Tuesday, March 29th. Each room will have a winner or winners that will advance to the finals. Learn more and register here!

10. Check Out goTXK Calendar
CHECK OUT goTXK Calendar for upcoming events with TICKET INFO – BUY EARLY! PLUS More Opportunities – Submit YOUR events (virtual or in person) to the GOTXK Calendar.