Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide
Southern Utah is alive this winter! Live music, light parades, marathons, and more. If you don’t already have plans, make some! Get out in the community and enjoy the excitement. Our weekend events guide will direct you where to go for the best entertainment and fun in southern Utah. For a full list of weekend events, visit The Independent’s Events Calendar.
“Lines in Nature” exhibition
“Lines in Nature” is a two-person exhibit featuring the wood carvings of Justin Newby and the paintings and relief prints of Carol Bold. The exhibit will show through Dec. 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Canyon Community Center in Springdale. This is a free event. For information, call (415) 385-5459.
Painted Hills Fiber Artists exhibit
The Painted Hills Fiber Artists will feature their work at the St. George Art Museum Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Dec. 31. For more information, call Rosemary Hargrove at (435) 817-5650.
Mesquite’s second annual Parade of Lights and tree lighting
Brigham’s Playhouse presents “It’s A Wonderful Life”
Brigham’s Playhouse presents the original musical version of “It’s A Wonderful Life” Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. This theatrical performance will play through Dec. 31. Ticket prices are $23 for adults, $21 for seniors, and $17 for children 5–17 and students (with valid student ID). Children under 5 years old are not permitted. Tickets can be purchased at BrighamsPlayhouse.com.
Christmas on Broadway at The Electric Theater
The Stage Door presents brings this original Christmas production to The Electric Theater daily at 7:30 p.m. through Dec. 17. This fun production for the whole family returns for its second year will all new numbers and show classics. Tickets are $15 for children under 16 and seniors 59 and older, $17 for ages 16–58. Tickets can be purchased at ShowTix4U.com. For more information, call (435) 656-4407.
Odyssey Dance Theatre presents The ReduxNut-Cracker
Odyssey Dance Theatre presents its on version of the holiday dance classic “The Nutcracker” in “The ReduxNut-Cracker” Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Cox Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20–$35 and can be purchased online. Go to Odyssey.com for more ticket, discounts and show information. For further information, contact scarlson@energy8media.com.
Susan Harris: “Reliquaries for the Ancient Future”
Art Works Gallery features ceramic artist, Susan Harris in an opening, Friday at 5 p.m. The show, “Reliquaries for the Ancient Future,” will feature a selection of work related to her study of ancient Etruscan and Chinese ritual vessels. This is a free event and open to the public. For more information, contact Linda Kiley at lindakiley@live.com or at (503) 810-0958.
Who’s Your Huckleberry live at Jazzy’s
Duane Mark, Lorin Walker Madsen, and Jon Emery Music team up to perform Friday at 8 p.m. at Jazzy’s as “Who’s Your Huckleberry” from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Zion Canyon Brew Pub. These are both free events and open to the public. For more information, visit the band’s facebook event page.
DJ Spinz at The One and Only
D.J. Spinz will be at the One and Only Friday night at 9 p.m. Dance the night away, have a few drinks, play pool, and have a great time! Contact The One and Only for more information.
Comedy Machine at Casablanca Resort
Casablanca Resort in Mesquite has the top comics from all over the United States, every first Friday of the month at 8:30 p.m. This is a 21-and-older show. Please bring your IDs. For more information, visit CasablancaResort.com, or call Mesquite Gaming at (877) 438-2929. Tickets can be purchased at StarTickets.com for $15–$25.
Bakers Dozen half marathon
Year-Round Farmer’s Market in Cedar City
Visit the only Year-Round Farmer’s Market in Utah, a real farmers market that sells only locally produced and grown fruit, vegetables, jam, bread, and other farm products. The event happens on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the IFA parking lot. For information, contact Symbria Patterson at info@yearroundfarmersmarket.org or call her at (435) 865-6792.
Arrowhead Making at Virgin Valley Heritage Museum
Virgin Valley Heritage Museum will sponsor an arrowhead making class with Kelly Beeson and Brent Hughes Saturday at 11 a.m. This is a popular class and requires a reservation. There is no fee and is better suited to those 15 years-old and strong. Younger children are welcome but need to be with an adult. This is an outdoor class and will be held at the Pavilion in Mesquite. Please bring something to sit on. For more information, call (702) 346-5705 or email ekuta@mesquitenv.gov.
The Washburn Bluegrass Family Band
The Washburn Family Bluegrass Band will perform at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Music on the Mart at Sol Foods Market during the Light Parade. This is a free event and open to the public. For more information, contact Z-Arts: Zion Arts and Humanities Council.
Seventh annual ZJTW Light Parade: Whimsical Wonderland
Springdale, Rockville, and Zion celebrate this holiday season with music, a town light parade, and a Community Sweet Social with a craft event Saturday at 6:30 p.m. beginning with the parade line-up on Canyon Springs Road. The parade starts at 7 p.m. and runs throughout the town of Springdale, ending at the Canyon Community Center on Lion Boulevard. The Sweet Social/YAZ Craft Event begins at 5:30 p.m., and everyone is welcome. Santa will make an appearance. For more information, visit ZionJoy.com.
Improv Dixie Live
Seasons ugly Christmas sweater contest
This is a free event and open to the public ages 21 and older. Judging will take place at 9 p.m., and there will be prizes. For more information, contact Carol White at
Rosin Cello Duo Christmas benefit concert -for KONY Coins for Kids
Live Nativity at Staheli Family Farm
Staheli Family Farm’s annual Christmas gift to the community is an invitation to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with them at the Farm. Admission is free. The event will take place December 10, 12–14, and 19–21 at 7 p.m. Remember to dress warmly. This is an outdoor event in an open-air pavilion. Donations of one or more cans of food per person to be shared with local families is suggested. The Coop will be open with hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn for sale. Use the main entrance for parking, but please do not park on the street. Visit StaheliFamilyFarm.com to volunteer. For more information, visit Staheli Family Farm.
Jennifer Nettles in Concert at Tuacahn
Tom Bennett One Man Band live at George’s Corner Restaurant
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