Apr 21 Tuesday
Join Achieve Community Alliance, formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas, in empowering children and adults with developmental disabilities to “live life without limits.” The “Voices of Achieve” luncheon will feature a keynote by mother-daughter duo, Tina Jackson and Tionna (Miss T), who will share the nonprofit’s positive impact on families across the state. Proceeds will benefit Achieve’s comprehensive support programs, from preschool to adult day services and career development. More details at achievecommunity.org.
Apr 23 Thursday
UAMS Scientists Meet the Community!Join us for a relaxed, engaging conversation with UAMS scientists.Our goal is to encourage open dialogue and make science approachable and relatable—no science background needed!
Apr 24 Friday
Arts & The Park, the annual ten-day celebration of the arts in Hot Springs, held at the end of April features a wide array of engaging and fun creative activities. Highlights include Art Springs; the free two-day outdoor arts festival held on Saturday and Sunday at Hill Wheatley Plaza and the nearby entertainment district in downtown Hot Springs. Art Springs includes a remarkable array of fine artists, artisans, and performers, along with hands-on activities for children, the Glover Awards for Songwriting, Steamroller Printing, and much more! Other events include Art Moves, the outdoor art exhibit installed along the Hot Springs Greenway Trail; Studio Tours, held at participating artist studios in Hot Springs; plus, many other amazing events. Stay tuned for more information about Art & The Park 2026!
Creating a space to celebrate and advocate for the Hot Springs arts community, offering beautiful play and creative experiences to share with our fellow friends and neighbors.
The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) welcomes you to the Arts & The Park 2026 festival, a 10-Day Celebration of the Arts with live performances, captivating art exhibits, interactive play, culinary experiences, workshops, art labs, poetry reading, gallery walk, and studio tours across downtown Hot Springs and partner venues April 24 through May 3, 2026. Oaklawn is the premier sponsor, allowing the festival to be shared and talents to be showcased for everyone to enjoy.
In support of celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary, HSACA proclaims this year “We the Arts” as its annual theme, a play on words from the preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America, hoping to show how art unifies us through our varied experiences, reflecting America’s melting-pot nature.
Begin your visit to this outdoor art exhibition at the Hollywood Avenue parking lot and head north to Belding Street. Or park at the Majestic Park parking lot and walk the trail south to Hollywood Park. Be sure to see all 20 pieces celebrating America’s Art History.
An exclusive opening night experience welcoming artist Patrick Shearn for a conversation about his stunning art installation, “Where the Wind Lives.” This is a rare opportunity to step inside the artist’s creative vision as he shares the inspiration, process, and meaning behind his work. After his presentation, you’ll have the chance to meet Patrick one-on-one, ask questions, and connect directly with the artist to truly understand the art and the person who created it. “Where the Wind Lives” Exhibit will be at Garvan Woodland Gardens from April 24 to October 31.
Apr 25 Saturday
PCSSD’s Showcase & Career Expo is a districtwide hiring event connecting job seekers with principals, department leaders, and hiring managers. Attendees can explore open roles in teaching, student services, transportation, child nutrition, support staff, and administrative departments. The expo offers a chance to learn about district benefits, meet school and district teams, and participate in same‑day interviews for high‑need positions. This event is designed to support applicants at every stage of the hiring process and highlight career pathways across the district.
Art Springs, a FREE 2-day outdoor festival, is bursting with talented, fine artists, artisans, kids’ events, face painting, and the Art Springs Stage featuring many live performances. Held at Hill Wheatley Plaza and the adjacent Entertainment District on Malvern Avenue between Bridge Street and Spring Street in historic downtown Hot Springs.
Plan to play and get immersed in the Art Interactive area of the event, which includes Chalk Walk, Crystal Bridges Mobile Art Lab, Under Pressure steamroller printing event, a Renaissance Faire, a free children’s book giveaway, a graffiti wall, workshops and demos, local authors, and tons of arts and crafts. Bring your appetite, as there will be plenty of food and drinks to purchase from some of Arkansas’ best food trucks. Entertainment Events, Hill Wheatley Plaza, 605 Central Ave.
Art Springs StageSat. 4/25, 10 AM – 9 PM, Sun. 4/26, 11 AM – 4 PMJoin emcee Stephen Koch, host of Arkansongs, for two days of music, theatre, awards, dance, and fun on the Art Springs stage. Musical performances from famed Country songwriter Erin Enderlin, whose songs have been recorded by legends such as Alan Jackson, Lee Ann Womack, Randy Travis, Reba McEntire and Terri Clark. Enjoy local favorites – Jacob Flores, Miranda Hood-Brewer, Big Papa Binns, Allie and Patrick, among others; and come visit your friends and neighbors with performances from local schools as well as the Pocket Theatre. Headlining music after hours on Saturday night from 6:30 PM – 9 PM is Brady Roseberry.