Texarkana

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Ragtime, Railroads and Roadside Fun

Historic theaters, local museums and outdoor adventures make Texarkana a city with stories to tell.

As you explore the bars and restaurants in Texarkana's Rail Yard Entertainment District, you'll come face-to-face with where the city began. That history lives on through landmarks like the historic Municipal Auditorium, once a stop for Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash along Rock ’n’ Roll Highway 67. Downtown is filled with character, from the 1894 Gallery showcasing regional artists to murals that celebrate icons like Scott Joplin and Corinne Griffith and even more ways to explore.

Family fun is easy to find too. The Four States Auto Museum displays more than a century of classic cars, while Big Dam Waterpark is a summertime favorite for kids and adults alike. City parks like Bobby Ferguson Park, with its walking trails and fishing lake, or the Ermer Dansby Pondexter Sports Complex, with sports fields and open green space, offer plenty of room to get outside. 67 Speedway brings high-octane excitement on race nights. From railroad roots and ragtime to modern attractions, Texarkana is a place where history and fun meet around every corner.

What’s Nearby

Places to Stay

Texarkana makes overnighting easy with plenty of hotels right off I-30. Options include familiar names like Holiday Inn, Hampton Inn and Comfort Suites, as well as RV parks such as Sunrise RV Park for travelers rolling in with campers.

Places to Eat

Downtown restaurants and cafés offer a mix of casual bites and local flavor. Stop in for a plate lunch at TLC Burgers & Fries, grab barbecue at Big Jake’s or explore international flavors at spots around the city. Local bakeries and sweet shops add to the mix with everything from candies to fresh pastries.

Things to Do

Make plans to browse antiques and art at shops around Broad Street, catch live entertainment at Crossties in the Front Street Festival Plaza or head to the Farmers Market for local produce and crafts. Annual favorites like Dine on the Line and the Christmas Parade add extra energy to the city’s calendar.

Get Outdoors

With plenty to do outdoors, Bobby Ferguson Park offers a walking trail, playground and fishing lake, while Jefferson Park has a PetSafe dog park and amphitheater. The Ermer Dansby Pondexter Sports Complex provides sports fields and open green space. Big Dam Waterpark is a summertime favorite, and 67 Speedway keeps the excitement going.

State Parks

Millwood State Park, a short drive from Texarkana, draws anglers from across the region with its renowned bass fishing and scenic lake setting. Trails and camping round out the experience for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

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