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Economic development through preservation, re-purposing, education, and community involvement.

Main Street Texarkana is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that uses the Four-Point Approach for the revitalization and historic preservation of our downtown community. The Four-Point Approach includes: Design, Organization, Promotion, and Economic Restructuring. Call or email for more information!

11/05/2026

🎅 Your weekend plans: gather your crew, dream up your float, and get registered!

This is the last weekend to take advantage of early bird registration for the 2026 Main Street Texarkana Christmas Parade! Early bird pricing ends Monday, November 9.

This year’s theme is “Home for the Holidays,” and all entries must be lighted. We can’t wait to see what you create! 🎄✨

📍 Want to register in person?

Completed parade applications with payment can be dropped off at:

**Main Street Texarkana Office**
Landmark Building, Suite 100
210 State Line Ave.
Texarkana

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: Applications MUST include payment to be accepted.**

📅 Parade: Monday, December 7 | 7 p.m.
📍 Location: Downtown Texarkana

⏰ Early Bird Deadline: Monday, November 9
• In-person registration closes at 4 p.m.
• Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m.

You can also find registration information and apply online at www.mainstreettexarkana.org.

Let's light up Downtown Texarkana together! 🎄❤️

11/04/2026

A thriving downtown gives people reasons to visit—and reasons to come back.

Here are 3 reasons to support Main Street Texarkana:

1️⃣ BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER

From Downtown Live to the Christmas Parade, Main Street creates opportunities to gather, make memories, and enjoy downtown together.

2️⃣ HELPING IDEAS TAKE ROOT

Connecting entrepreneurs with funding, guidance, and resources helps turn their plans into a stronger downtown business community.

3️⃣ KEEPING OUR CHARACTER

Historic buildings tell Texarkana’s story. Preserving and repurposing them keeps that story alive while making room for what comes next.

Your support helps downtown remain a place worth exploring.

Get involved at MainStreetTexarkana.org.

11/03/2026

🎄 There’s still time to put your brightest ideas in the lineup!

Early bird registration for the 2026 Main Street Texarkana Christmas Parade ends Monday, November 9. Gather your business, school, church, nonprofit, or community group and start planning your “Home for the Holidays” entry.

Every entry must be lighted—so let your creativity shine!

📅 Monday, December 7 | 7 p.m.
📍 Downtown Texarkana

Register and find details at www.mainstreettexarkana.org.

11/02/2026

11/02/2026

Texarkana, Texas, City Hall is about to turn 101, and it’s getting a new state honor to mark the occasion.

The city will dedicate a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark marker on the front steps of City Hall next Monday, just before the City Council’s regular meeting. The Texas Historical Commission granted the designation in 2025, and the city calls it the highest honor the state can give a historic structure. The public is invited.

The four-story Neoclassical Revival building at Texas Boulevard and Third Street has been the center of city government since the council first met there on Sept. 1, 1925. Voters approved $200,000 in bonds for it in 1923 by a vote of 881 to 149, and the grand opening on Nov. 12, 1925, came with a parade, a banquet and a community celebration.

The building got a refresh ahead of its centennial last year, including new windows, a deep cleaning of the original floors, an exterior softwash and heating and air upgrades.

Read more about the building’s history, who designed it and what the landmark status means. 👇

11/02/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: STEVEN THE ARTIST

Bold color. Cultural inspiration. Art that brings stories to life.

Local muralist and painter Steven Castillo, known as Steven the Artist, draws inspiration from his heritage and international travels. Through murals, paintings, and collaborative projects, he combines cultural imagery with a passion for community.

Steven is one of three local artists whose work is currently on display at the new Main Street Texarkana offices, alongside Element Rose and Divine Des Jardin.

📩 See the artwork in person! Viewings are available by appointment—email [email protected] to arrange a visit.

Explore more of Steven work:

https://linktr.ee/steventheartist

Cosmic Crossroads

10/29/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ELEMENT ROSE

Personal stories. Deep emotion. Art created with intention.

Local artist Element Rose sometimes holds onto a concept for years before bringing it to life on canvas. Working in acrylics, she creates personal pieces that explore emotion, pain, and triumph.

Element Rose is one of three local artists whose work is currently on display at the new Main Street Texarkana offices, alongside Divine Des Jardin and Steve the Artist.

📩 See the artwork in person! Viewings are available by appointment—email [email protected] to arrange a visit.

Explore more of Element Rose’s work:

https://linktr.ee/elementrose13

Cosmic Crossroads

10/28/2026

Keep Texarkana Beautiful and the Texarkana Museums System are partnering with local landscape architect Bryan Callaway to revitalize the courtyard at the Museum of Regional History.

The project is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete, weather permitting.

Link in comments.

10/28/2026

🎄✨ DON'T MISS OUT ON EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION! ✨🎄

Want to be part of one of Texarkana's favorite holiday traditions? Now's the time to secure your spot in the 2026 Main Street Texarkana Christmas Parade!

Whether you're a local business, school, church, nonprofit, or community organization, we want YOU to help us light up Downtown Texarkana! 🎅🎁

This year's theme is "Home for the Holidays," so get creative, deck out your floats with lights, and help us make this year's parade unforgettable!

📅 Parade: Monday, December 7 | 7 PM
⏰ Early Bird Registration Deadline: November 9
✨ Don't wait! Register early and save before late registration fees take effect.
👉 Visit MainStreetTexarkana.org for registration details and to secure your spot!

Address

PO Box 631
Texarkana, TX
75504

Telephone

+19032786441

Website

http://www.mainstreettexarkana.org/

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