Things to do in Texarkana March 27 – April 4, 2023
1. Pitch It Texarkana
Thursday, March 30
Pitch It Texarkana is back! The second entrepreneurial idea competition will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023, and this year the top prize has been increased to $7,500! That’s right, in just three short minutes YOU could be taking home the grand prize for an award-winning business idea. Plus, the second-place winner will receive $5,000 and the third-place winner will take home $2,500! Check out pitchittexarkana.com for more information about the rules and how to apply!
2. 78th Annual Four States Fair
March 31 – April 9
Come out and join us for the 78th Annual Four States Fair and Rodeo. For more information find us on Facebook or you can visit our webiste at fourstatesfair.com.
3. 17th Annual Wine and Jazz Gala
Friday, March 31
Harvest Regional Food Bank’s annual Wine and Jazz Gala at the Silvermoon on Broad, invites attendees to enjoy expertly selected wine and gourmet food pairings while enjoying live music and a silent auction. Wines will be paired with each gourmet item prepared by some of the area’s top chefs. Tickets are $75. This an event you don’t want to miss! Sponsorship opportunities are available, call 870-774-1398 or visit https://harvestregionalfoodbank.org/wine-and-jazz/ for more information.
4. Sunday Funday with Opportunities
Sunday, April 2
Join Opportunities, Inc. Angel Guild for a “Sunday Funday” afternoon of live entertainment with Chace Rains, delicious barbecue provided by Naaman’s Barbeque, beer and wine, plus other drinks (not included with ticket) provided at the open bar at Crossties in downtown Texarkana. In addition, (optional with ticket), guests of this event can compete in baggo First place winners will receive custom baggo boards. Tickets are $100 per ticket. Proceeds will go to support the mission of Opportunities, Inc. which is to empower children and adults with developmental disabilities to live full lives in our community. For more information, contact Corie Woodman at cwoodman@oppinc.org or 903.791.2284.
AND DON’T FORGET
5. Karaoke Night at Whiskey River Country
Tuesday, March 28
You are the star on the Whiskey River Country stage every Tuesday night. Cash and prizes, great drinks and pizzas. See you and HEAR you on Tuesdays with Omega Entertainment. Learn more!
6. New CHRISTUS Emergency Center Groundbreaking Event
Tuesday, March 28
Please join us on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. as we celebrate the groundbreaking of CHRISTUS St. Michael’s new Emergency Center. The rich history of CHRISTUS St. Michael continues to grow stronger and serve the health needs of the Texarkana community. Learn more!
7. AMMP Motorsports Monster Mash at Four States Fair and Rodeo
Friday, March 31
Tickets are $25 for box seats, $20 Adult General Admission, $15 Child General Admission, and kids 3 and under are free. Learn more!
8. Childrens Health & Wellness Egg-Stravaganza
Saturday, April 1
Make plans to attend and learn more here!
9. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, April 1
Make sure you keep room on your calendar for the annual “Breakfast With The Easter Bunny” at the Texarkana Arkansas Recreation Center. This year you can hop on down to the Recreation Center on Saturday, April 1 (this is not an April Fool’s joke) for breakfast, games, crafts, gift “bags” and a chance to have your picture made with The Bunny! Free to everyone and no reservations needed. Learn more!
10. Easter Egg Hunt at Williams UMC
Sunday, April 2
Make plans to attend and learn more here!
RESERVE YOUR SEATS BY MARCH 31: Lunch with Leaders
Tuesday, April 4
Make your reservation for Lunch with Leaders – with special guest Governor Asa Hutchinson.
Live Music
All Week
Head over to the goTXK calendar to take a look at all of the live music happening this week!
Celebrate Sesquicentennial All Year Long
Quarterly calendars and details for individual events will be announced on each of the platforms listed. Currently, the list of events planned by the committee include these events!