Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide: April 14–17

The World Off Road Championship Series is the largest off-roading series in the world. This event features racers of all ages competing in ATV and Motocross races. This event runs Friday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m at Sand Hollow State Park. Tickets are $10 per day or $20 for a weekend pass. For more information, email info@offroadsportsllc.com.

Join Master Sommelier Christopher P. Bates at the Eureka Casino Resort in Mesquite for Eureka Uncorked. Enjoy a wine seminar and wine tasting along with great company. The seminar is Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. This event ranges from $50 to $100. For more information, visit Eureka Casino Resort’s website.

The Dixie State University art department has its final showcase of the year. See the best of DSU art students’ works at the Sears Art Museum Gallery. Also celebrate featured faculty member McGarren Flack in the Eccles Grand Foyer. The showcase is from 7 to 9 p.m. and is free to visit. Find more events featured at the Sears Art Gallery by clicking the link.

Brody Dolynuik performs Elton John’s greatest hits live at the CasaBlanca Showroom in Mesquite. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the show begins at 8:30 p.m. Tickets range from $15 to $30, and the show is 21 and over. Visit the link for more CasaBlanca Resort events.

The Bit and Spur celebrates its March reopening with a live musical performance from The Ben Miller Band Friday night. Hear their unique style, “Ozark Stomp,” starting at 10 p.m. The show is $20 and is 21 and over. Don’t miss a great night of music, food, and fun. Visit the Bit and Spur Restaurant and Saloon Facebook page for more events and information on the restaurant.

Be a part of a great Saturday morning tradition with the Year-Round Cedar City Farmers Market. Located at the IFA parking lot in Cedar City, this marker features fresh produce, baked goods, crafts, and more. Check it out every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. For updates on the market, visit Year-Round Cedar City Farmers Market Facebook page.

The 5K Family Fun Run brings the community together to raise money for the nonprofit organization Recovery Outreach. The event will feature a family 5K run, face painting, bounce houses, games, a photo booth, a raffle, live music from Lyndy Butler, and much more. Everyone participating in the run will receive a free t-shirt and lunch. For the 5K run, the children’s fee is $5. The fee is $10 for adults and $30 for a family of up to four people. Join Recovery Outreach for a day of festivities at Vernon Worthen Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To purchase your running pass and for more information, click here.

Enjoy live bluegrass from the Pine Mountain Bluegrass Band at the Zion Canyon Brew Pub Saturday afternoon. See them live on the patio from 4 to 7 p.m. See the full lineup of musical guests for the Zion Canyon Brew Pub Facebook page.

The Love, Sweat and Tears Tribute features Mark Love playing hits from Neil Diamond, Chicago, Gary Puckett, Elvis, and more. See this live show at the CasaBlanca Showroom at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show is 21 and over.

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