The third annual Arts Across Arkansas event will kickoff at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 29, at Westwind School for Performing Arts in North Little Rock.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m. The event includes exhibitions and performances by young creatives statewide.

More than 40 students selected as finalists for Arts Across Arkansas, a program designed to encourage, enhance and expand young creatives' artistic abilities and professional development, will compete for prizes. Students were nominated by teachers and selected by independent panels. High school students then worked with an Arts in Education Roster mentor in six categories. They will present their final projects during the State Finals.

This event is free and open to the public.