Frequently Asked Questions

  • When is Taste of Texarkana held each year?

    The event takes place Tuesday, October 13th from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Four States Fairgrounds arena. This 33-year tradition runs annually as one of Texarkana's most attended community events and primary fundraiser for Harvest Regional Food Bank.

  • How many restaurants participate in Taste of Texarkana?

    Between 35 and 40 local restaurants and beverage providers serve samples each year. Vendors set up booths throughout the arena, creating a high-traffic environment where nearly 2,000 attendees sample food and engage with local businesses during the three-hour event.

  • What's the difference between general admission and VIP tickets?

    VIP tickets include added value and exclusive perks like reserved seating and access to private bar and specialty drinks, as well as a “swag bag” with merchandise and signature event mug and Harvest Regional Food Bank tote bag.

  • Do kids get in free at Taste of Texarkana?

    Children age 5 and under enter free. Reduced children's pricing applies to older kids, making the event accessible for families. This pricing structure supports the family-friendly atmosphere while maintaining fundraising capacity for hunger relief programs.

  • Where does the money from Taste of Texarkana go?

    All proceeds benefit Harvest Regional Food Bank's hunger relief programs supporting families, children, and seniors facing food insecurity. As the Food Bank's major annual fundraiser, the event directly funds regional hunger relief operations across the Texarkana area.

  • Is there a fee for restaurants to participate as vendors?

    No booth fee is charged, but vendors must provide food at least 2,000 samples and engage with attendees throughout the event. Participation offers brand visibility to nearly 2,000 attendees, community recognition, and award opportunities without upfront vendor costs.

  • Are sponsorships for Taste of Texarkana tax-deductible?

    Yes, sponsorship contributions qualify as tax-deductible charitable donations since proceeds support Harvest Regional Food Bank. Tiered sponsorship levels provide increasing visibility across event marketing, signage, and live audience exposure while funding hunger relief.

  • What kind of visibility do sponsors get at the event?

    Sponsors receive recognition across event marketing materials, on-site signage throughout the arena, and exposure to the live audience of nearly 2,000 attendees. Tiered sponsorship levels offer increasing brand visibility and perks based on contribution level.

  • Why is Taste of Texarkana considered one of the area's favorite events?

    The event has built 33 years of community tradition, draws nearly 2,000 attendees annually, and was voted one of Texarkana's favorite events and top charity events. The combination of dozens of food vendors, live entertainment, and community impact creates strong local engagement.

  • Should you buy tickets in advance or at the door?

    Advance purchase costs less than day-of pricing and helps manage high attendance volume. Given the event's popularity and limited arena capacity, securing tickets early avoids potential sellout and guarantees entry to sample food from 35–40 local restaurants.

  • What happens during the three hours at Taste of Texarkana?

    Attendees move between 35–40 restaurant booths sampling food and beverages while enjoying live entertainment in a family-friendly arena setting. The format allows direct engagement with local restaurants, award voting opportunities, and community connection within the condensed timeframe.

  • How does becoming a vendor benefit Texarkana restaurants?

    Restaurants gain concentrated exposure to nearly 2,000 potential customers in one evening without booth fees. The event serves as brand-building through samples, face-to-face engagement, award recognition opportunities, and association with a respected 33-year community tradition supporting hunger relief.