There may be rain in this weekend’s forecast, but you can be sure there are plenty of activities to keep your family busy. From Arts in the Parks in downtown Hot Springs to Rapunzel the musical at the Arkansas Arts Center, there’s something for everyone.

Saturday

ArtWorks at The Rep: The event features live music, an open bar and appetizers from local faves. ArtWorks is an exchange program between visual artists and Arkansas Repertory Theatre. The art displayed in The Rep’s lobbies are available for purchase with proceeds from gallery sales going directly to artists. 6:30-10 p.m. Tickets are $50. For info: (501) 378-0405, Facebook. PARENTS' NIGHT OUT!

Theatre Workshops at The Rep: Classes are held at the Black Box Theatre. Prior to class, parents/guardians need to fill out a student release and liability form. Family members are welcome to wait in the lobby of the theatre during class time. Snacks and drinks will be on sale in the lobby and all proceeds benefit the Education Scholarship Fund. Classes offered: Act It Out! - 10 -10:30 a.m.; Broadway Dance - 10:45-11:15 a.m.; Improvisation - 11:30 a.m.-noon. For info: (501) 378-0445. FREE!

MS Walk at First Security Amphitheater: Ending multiple sclerosis for good will take all of us. Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. 9-11 a.m. For info: (501) 580-0686, website. FREE!

Brews and Parks at Diamond Bear Brewing Company: The cost of admission entitles participants to unlimited beer tasting from a variety of craft beer breweries. Participants are welcome to bring their furry friends on a leash, or come solo to sip the suds and enjoy the afternoon activities. All proceeds support the Humane Society of Pulaski County! Tickets are  $35 in advance; $40 day of. For info: (501) 227-6166, website. PARENTS' NIGHT OUT!

Sunday

Indiafest 2017 at the River Market: The third annual India Fest attempts to bridge cultures, generations and communities through one-day of togetherness. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For info: (501) 777-8736. FREE!

Jewish Food and Cultural Festival at War Memorial Stadium: The Jewish Food and Cultural Festival features traditional Jewish foods, booths on Jewish and Israeli culture, Judaica, jewelry and other gift items for sale, Jewish music and kids activities. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For info: (501) 663-3571, website. FREE!

Friday-Saturday

The Reluctant Dragon at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas: The Arkansas Arts Center's Children's Theatre on Tour presents: The Reluctant Dragon. One teacher's ticket free with the purchase of every 25 students. Courtesy of the Altheimer Foundation. $5 per student. 10 a.m.-noon. For info: (870) 536-3375, website.

Arts and the Park in Downtown Hot Springs: A celebration of arts and culture, the festival includes a gallery walk, craft fair, studio tours, poetry readings, live musical and dramatic performances, dance, culinary arts, artist workshops and sculpture walks. Check the website for a detailed schedule. April 28-29 from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. For info: website.

Monster Jam at Verizon Arena: Monster Jam is the most action-packed live event on four wheels where world-class drivers compete in front of capacity crowds in both monster truck racing and freestyle competitions. April 28-29 from 7 p.m.-midnight. Tickets range from $17-$37 (plus service charges). For info: (800) 745-3000.

Friday-Sunday

"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, the Broadway Musical" at the Royal Theatre: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer the Broadway Musical, based on the novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer written by Mark Twain. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12. For info: (501) 315-5483, website.

13th Annual Arkansas Literary Festival at Central Arkansas Library System's Main Library: The Festival is a mix of sessions, panels, special events, performances, workshops, presentations, opportunities to meet the authors, book sales, and book signings. There are also special children's events. Most events are free and open to the public. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For info: (501) 918-3000, website.

"Rapunzel" at the Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre: The classic fairytale takes the stage. Enjoy this heart-swelling musical as Rapunzel of the enchanted tresses discovers the song that will teach her to fly. Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12.50 and $10 for members or for groups of 10 or more. For info: (501) 372-4000, website.

Xtreme BUGS at the Clinton Presidential Center: Nothing itsy bitsy here! Bugs are marching, flying, and crawling into the Clinton Center! Xtreme BUGS brings you up close and personal with a honey bee, praying mantis, ants and many more larger-than-life animatronics in order to see the bizarre features and physical characteristics of these (usually) tiny creatures. Regular admission applies. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For info: (501) 748-0419, clintonfoundation.org.