Put your hands in the air like you just don't care...that you're flying down the Arkansas Twister roller coaster! That's right, the opening day for Magic Springs Theme Park is right around the corner—Saturday, April 9.

And a trip to the park won't break the bank, either—each Saturday and Sunday in April, admission is just $15 plus tax! The discounted admission won't mean discounted fun. Families will be able to ride all of the theme park rides, from kiddie amusements to extreme thrills.

The only attraction that won't be open in April is Crystal Falls Water Park, which opens for the season May 7. So, you still have another month before bringing out the bathing suits!

Summer Sounds

Families also have the Magic Springs concert series to look forward to—starting in June, visitors will find a concert almost every Saturday evening through Aug. 13. So far, the lineup includes Hunter Hayes, Mercy Me, Cheap Trick, Blues Traveler, Dwight Yoakam, 38 Special, Hinder and more. Youngsters and Disney fans should be especially delighted to hear that Sabrina Carpenter of "Girl Meets World" will perform tunes from her debut album.

All concerts are included with a season pass or general admission ticket with free lawn seating on a first-come, first-served basis at Timberwood Amphitheater.

Special Events

Other fun events for the 2016 season include a cheer and dance team clinic on May 21, the bacon-themed Great Pig Out day, Hispanic Day on Sept. 4 and more. A Memorial Day celebration kicks off with marching bands and parade floats and includes a watermelon-eating contest, classic car and truck show, and a fireworks display to end the day.

On July 30, families can spend a day Down on the Farm. The festival will showcase antique farm equipment as well as modern heavy equipment from John Deere, Caterpillar and others. A Children's stage will feature clowns, magicians, petting zoo and games. Plus, you can pick out fresh produce at at Farmer's Market. The country celebration culminates with a Dwight Yoakam concert.

For details on all special events, click here.

Season Passes

A Magic Springs season pass, priced at $64.99 from now until April 18 and $74.99 after that, allows for unlimited visits to the park plus up to 12 free concerts. The season pass also includes in-park discounts and opportunities to gain other perks, such as a souvenir bottle with discounted refills and a free friend ticket when the pass is processed at the park by specific dates.

Magic Springs and Crystal Falls is located at 1701 E. Grand Ave., Hot Springs. For more info, visit MagicSprings.com.