Things to do in Texarkana October 23 – October 31, 2023

1. Seussical the Musical
October 26 – October 29
Did ya hear? SCT is doing Seussical Jr! Performances are Thursday, Oct 26 @ 5:00 & 7:30, Friday, Oct 27 @ 5:00 & 7:30, Saturday, Oct 28 @ 2:00 & 5:00, Sunday, Oct 29 @ 2:00 & 5:00. Tickets can be purchased at silvermoonkids.com.

2. Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, October 27
Come do the Time Warp with us at the Perot Theatre! Get ready for a night of absolute pleasure and make sure to dress in your Transylvanian best! Learn more.

3. An Evening with The Phantom at the Banana Club
Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28
HE’S BACK! Join us for a chilling and captivating experience at “An Evening with The Phantom” Dinner Theatre Show! Step into the mysterious world of the Texarkana Phantom Killer as we bring his haunting story to life. Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with suspense, drama, and a touch of history. Learn more!

4. Trunk or Treat at Spring Lake Park
Saturday, October 28
Join us for a spooky family-friendly evening full of tricks and treats! Our annual Trunk or Treat will be held on Saturday, October 28th from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Spring Lake Park in the open field across from the Rotary Splash Pad. This event is free to attend and fun for all ages! Learn more.

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5. GTYP – Networking with a Purpose
Tuesday, October 24
GTYP is all about giving back to our community, and on October 24th starting at 5:30, we have the perfect chance to do just that. We’ll be volunteering at Harvest Texarkana, a local food bank committed to alleviating hunger and poverty. Let’s come together and make a difference by lending a helping hand. Learn more!

6. Movies in the Park – The Town That Dreaded Sundown
Thursday, October 26
A hooded madman stalks the lovers’ lanes of Texarkana in this fact-based account of the 1946 Moonlight Murders. The movie will start at dusk in Spring Lake Park across from the airplane. Please bring blankets and chairs so you are comfortable on the lawn, concessions will be available for purchase. Learn more!

7. A Cycle Through History
Friday, October 27
Make plans to attend and learn more here!

8. Intermediate Pickleball at Texarkana College
Saturday, October 28
This course will be for intermediate pickleball students. The student will need to know how to play the game already and be able to keep score. The class will focus on double strategies and techniques. Learn more!

9. Fall Festivals
All Week
Head over to the goTXK calendar and take a look at the numerous fall festivals and trunk or treats taking place!

10. Design Downtown Regional Art Contest
Through November 3
The City of Texarkana, Texas is excited to announce the Design Downtown Regional Art Contest to be held this fall in downtown Texarkana. Residents of Miller, Bowie, and Cass counties will be able to submit renderings of a downtown Texarkana building, public space, or stretch of property in the Arts & Historic District. Learn more!