Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide
The Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide is full of fun for everyone: Art exhibits, calls for auditions, theater, live music, and fun spooky October events! For a full list of weekend events, visit The Independent’s Events Calendar.
Michael Plyler special exhibit
“Zion Canyon: A Storied Land” is an exhibit by photographer Michael Plyler that highlights the beauty of our neighboring Zion National Park. This special exhibit is being presented to celebrate the National Park Service centennial. Regular admission fees apply. This exhibit will be on display daily through Oct. 31. at Frontier Homestead State Park.
“Go Out & Play” exhibit
“Go Out & Play” is an exhibit of many local and original artists from the southern Utah area. The event features Karen March, Professor McGarren, Jodi Fuller, Dan Whalen, Dan Lewis, Fiona Phillips, Julie Rogers, Larry Winborg, Jeremy Winborg, and Kirk Parkinson. The exhibit aims to inspire a sense of wonder, creativity, and natural curiosity. This free exhibit shows 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily until Nov. 11. Contact Kathy Cieslewicz for more information at cieslewicz@dixie.edu or (435) 652-7909.
“Snapshot 1880–2016: Artist’s Work! The Role of Art in Zion National Park”
The Silver Reef Museum and Zion History Association present this collaborative exhibit that features local visual artists Roland Lee and Royden Card. It is a unique art exhibit that explores the role of art in Zion National Park. It will explore the ways in which artists have promoted Zion National Park visually to a worldwide audience, beginning with the World’s Fair in 1903 in St. Louis and ending with the Zion National Park’s plein air event Nov. 7–13. This exhibit runs through Nov. 3 at the Arts to Zion Showcase at Gallery 35, located in the Downtown Historic District. For more information, contact Arts to Zion at wcas@live.com or (435) 216-2651.
“A Long and Winding Road” art exhibit
The Canyon Community Center Gallery will display Kristine Eberhard’s exhibit through Nov. 14. For more information, go to Z-Arts: Zion Arts and Humanities Council.
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Julius Caesar”
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Julius Caesar” at the Anes Studio Theatre in Cedar City. This classic drama plays Thursday at 2 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. For more showtimes and ticket information, visit bard.org.
Sego at Jazzy Java
Sego will perform at Jazzy’s on Thursday at 7 p.m. Go grab a beer and check them out.
Art Insights: Young Sil Rho
On Thursday at 7 p.m., you can visit the Southern Utah Museum of Art in Cedar City to see Korean artist Young Sil Rho. She will be at SUMA presenting her life as an artist and what has inspired her work through the years. Her work is included in collections at the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Gwa Cheon, Korea, and SUMA as well as private collections around the world. For more information, contact the Southern Utah Museum of Art at schedules@suu.edu.
Brigham’s Playhouse presents “(mis)Fitting In”
“(mis)Fitting In” is a new family-friendly musical presented by Brigham’s Playhouse. As a new kid in school, Ben Perry is finding complications in choosing what he truly wants to do and what will bring him popularity. Come watch this fun cast as they navigate the ins and outs of fitting in. Being the new kid at school is tough enough, but for Ben Perry it is complicated by having to choose what he truly wants or what will make him popular. Come see Ben, Ella, Brittney, and Drew as they navigate the ins and outs of fitting in at Brigham’s Playhouse. Performance times are Thursday–Saturday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. through Oct. 15. Ticket prices are $23 for adults, $21 for seniors, $17 for children 5–17 and students (with valid I.D.) Children under 5 are not permitted.
Stage Door Theater presents “The Addams Family”
“The Addams Family” the musical is presented Thursday–Saturdays Oct. 13–31,at 7:30 p.m. by The Stage Door Theater. This is a fun musical comedy for the whole family that will wrap up on Oct. 31 with a Halloween Spooktacular, a fun halloween event that will include a costume contest, prizes, treats and a special encore performance of “The Addams Family.” For more information, contact The Stage Door Theater. Tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for kids/seniors.
Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “The Odd Couple”
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “The Odd Couple” Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Randall L. Jones Theater in Cedar City. During this performance, the role of Oscar will be played by Brian Vaughn and the role of Felix will be played by David Ivers. For more showtimes and ticket information, visit bard.org.
Tuacahn presents “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
Tuacahn Amphitheater brings another beautiful performance of childhood favorite “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” This play shows Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Visit Tuacahn.org for showtimes and ticket purchases.
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Murder For Two”
Everybody is a suspect in this hilarious musical murder-mystery with a twist. In “Murder for Two,” one actor investigates the crime. The other plays all the suspects. And they both play the piano! Don’t miss the fun at this play in Cedar City at the Eileen and Allen Anes Studio Theatre Thursday at 7:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m. This show will run through Oct. 22. Tickets can be purchased at bard.org.
Kevon Tyrre & Nu-Retro at the Skydome Lounge
Kevon Tyrre & Nu Retro is an old-school R&B/funk band! They will be performing live at the Skydome Lounge Thursday–Sunday at various times. Contact Casablanca Resort for more information. This is a free event.
Hurricane Valley Theatrical Company presents “AIDA”
Hurricane Valley Theatrical Company presents Elton John and Tim Rice’s “AIDA,” a timeless love story filled with colorful characters, show-stopping dance numbers, incredible music, and much more. It’s a show for the whole family! It will show Oct. 7–29 on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7 p.m., with Saturday matinees at 2 p.m.
Tuacahn presents “Peter Pan”
Tuacahn Amphitheater brings another beautiful performance of childhood favorite “Peter Pan.” This play will show Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Visit Tuacahn.org for showtimes and ticket purchases.
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Cocoanuts”
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Cocoanuts” at the Randall L. Jones Theatre in Cedar City. This is a fun musical comedy that will show Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. For more showtimes and ticket information, visit bard.org.
Steven Swift at George’s Corner Restaurant
Steven Swift will perform at George’s Corner Friday at 8 p.m. This is a free event.
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.
Downtown Farmer’s Market at Ancestor Square
One of the favorite Southern Utah Weekend Events, the Downtown Farmer’s Market, is open every Saturday at 8 a.m. to noon in Ancestor Square at 2 W. St. George Blvd. and will run through Oct. 29. The market features live music and an array of vendors. The Downtown Farmer’s Market is a nonprofit project dedicated to promoting the downtown area as well as organic gardening, homemade arts and crafts, and other goods. For more information and other details, contact the Farmer’s Market Downtown by email at info@farmersmarketdowntown.com or call (435) 632-3721.
The market accepts the Horizon Card and participates in “Double Up Bucks” offered through a grant from Utahns Against Hunger. Come to the market and shop for farm-fresh produce with your Horizon Card and Double Up Bucks will match what you spend up to $10 each Saturday.
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.
Zion Canyon Farmers Market
The Zion Canyon Farmers Market is one of the southern Utah weekend events you don’t want to miss! It is located on the lawn of the Bit and Spur Restaurant in Springdale. The market is open from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Oct. 15. Check the musician lineup for a calendar of specific dates. For more information, contact Josh Warburton at ipc@infowest.com or call (435) 632-1555.
Hike for PAWS
The seventh annual Hike for PAWS will explore Cottonwood Hills Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve with beautiful views along an easy hike. The hike will begin Saturday at 9 a.m. There will be a drawing for prizes donated by local businesses. Four-legged furry family members are encouraged to join. PAWS does request that all animal companions be on a leash at all times. PAWS requests a $10 donation for hikers 18 and older and $5 for hikers younger than 18. Cash or checks will be accepted. For more information, contact Tom Garrison at tomgarrison98@yahoo.com or at (435)-688-9748.
Auditions: “Christmas Spek-tackler!”
Jazz on The Corner featuring “Desert Knights”
Desert Knights will perform during Jazz on the Corner at George’s Corner Restaurant Saturday at 8 p.m. Contact George’s Corner for more information.
“Good Vibrations, A Celebration of the Beach Boys” at Casablanca
The Casablanca Resort presents “Good Vibrations, A Celebration of the Beach Boys” Saturday at 8:30 p.m. at This musical performance will showcase the hits of The Beach Boys. This is a 21-and-older-show. Tickets can be purchased at Star Tickets for $15–$25. For more information, visit Casablanca online.
Huntsman World Senior Games
The Huntsman World Senior Games is open to all athletes ages 50 and above. Athletes will compete in many different athletic areas. For more information, contact the Dixie Center at (800) 562-1268. This event is open to the public.
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