Texarkana's Texas side belongs to Bowie County, but downtown life carries on across the border with Texarkana, Arkansas. Come for a performance, a museum afternoon, or a walk in the park. Keep the state in the address when planning: nearby places can share the Texarkana name while sitting on different sides of State Line Avenue.
What's happening
See Texarkana events on East Texan. The City of Texarkana, Texas visitor page points readers to the GoTXK community calendar and the Arts and Historic District's event resources. Those community resources include activities on both sides of the border. Open the venue information to see which state you're heading to.
For a downtown evening, check the Perot Theatre calendar. The Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council calendar adds exhibitions, classes, and other arts activities. The Texarkana Museums System publishes its own programs and tour reservations. Follow the organizer for tickets, age requirements, and any registration before setting off.
A few places to start on the Texas side
- Perot Theatre: At 221 Main Street in Texarkana, Texas, the historic theatre hosts concerts and other performances. Its history page traces the building from its original Saenger theatre days through restoration. Pick a show from the current calendar and use the theatre's own ticket links to plan an evening downtown.
- Museum of Regional History: At 219 North State Line Avenue in Texas, the museum explores the area's past through local artifacts and exhibits. Its published subjects include Scott Joplin, Hotel Grim, and Congressman Wright Patman. Displays can change, so ask about an exhibit if it's the reason you're coming. The Museums System also serves as a downtown welcome center with visitor information.
- TRAHC's Regional Arts Center and ArtSpace: The Regional Arts Center is at 321 West Fourth Street; ArtSpace is a separate Texas location at 518 Pine Street. The council presents exhibitions and runs arts classes and workshops. Match the event listing to the right building, and check enrollment details if you'd like to make something as part of your visit.
- Spring Lake Park: At 4303 North Park Road in Texas, the city park has walking and biking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, and a lake. It's an outdoor option to pair with time downtown. Check city notices for seasonal features such as the splash pad and for any scheduled park activities.
- The downtown Post Office and Photographer's Island: The post office sits on the Texas–Arkansas boundary. The district's attraction guide introduces this familiar border landmark, giving you a way to connect a downtown walk with the geography that shapes the community. Use the district map to orient yourself before continuing to another stop.
Across the line, and planning your day
If you'd like to add an Arkansas stop, the Four States Auto Museum is at 217 Laurel Street in Texarkana, Arkansas. It displays vintage vehicles and related material. Check its current visitor arrangements separately from the Texas museums.
Choose a show or class first, then fit a museum or park visit around it. Leave time to travel between downtown and Spring Lake Park. The Arts and Historic District's visitor resources can help with downtown directions, while each venue remains the place to confirm access and reservations.
These resources were checked October 3, 2026. Keep both the street address and state handy when making plans.
