Have rain showers foiled your midweek plans? Up to your eyeballs in midterm exams and coursework? Fret not — the weekend is here to provide the necessary relaxation to keep moving forward. The sun is making appearances throughout the next few days, so get outside and make the most of it.
Music
Mixtapes
Travel back to the 90s with The Mixtapes on Friday night at George’s Majestic Lounge. The group is hosting a dance party featuring covers of all your favorite hits from the decade. Doors open at 8:30 p.m., and the music starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $15.
Riley Green
Country singer Riley Green is visiting JJ’s Live on Friday night. Green channels drinks-in-the-air, SEC tailgate energy through his honest songwriting and invites Northwest Arkansans to enjoy some authentic country music at his show. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30. The event has sold out, but those wanting to attend can join the waitlist.
Art
Sanctuary City
From Pulitzer Prize winner Matyna Majok, Sanctuary City follows two American teenagers as they navigate two forms of unreciprocated love — from each other and from the country they call home. Showtimes are occurring throughout the weekend at TheatreSquared. There are shows starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are available starting at $57.
Sports
Softball vs. Texas A&M
The Razorbacks take on Southeastern Conference rival Texas A&M this weekend. This weekend will mark the beginning of conference play for the team. Games start at 6 p.m. Friday, 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are on sale for $5.
Gymnastics vs. Minnesota
The No. 16 Gymbacks return to Bud Walton Arena to close out the regular season against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday evening. The match will serve as the team’s fourth annual Women’s Empowerment Night and include special recognition for senior gymnasts. The match starts at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are available for $5.
Baseball vs. Louisiana Tech
The Hogs will face off against Louisiana Tech at Baum Walker Park all weekend long. Ball games against the Bulldogs this weekend mark the end of non-conference play for the Razorbacks. Games start at 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are on sale starting at $15.
Volleyball vs. Central Arkansas
The Razorbacks play in-state rival Bears on Saturday afternoon. This match will be the first of four spring matches for the VolleyHogs and one of only two home matches, so get your fill of the action at Barnhill Arena while you can. Gametime is 1 p.m. Tickets are $5 when purchased in advance and $8 at the gate.
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