Southern Utah’s canyon towns are opening their doors to art lovers this fall. On Saturday and Sunday, November 15–16, from 11 AM to 3 PM each day, the Arts to Zion Canyon Community Art & Culture Tour invites visitors into working studios across Springdale, Rockville, and Virgin for a rare, up-close look at the creative process.
The weekend showcases local artists where they work, offering the chance to meet makers, see works-in-progress, explore commissions, and purchase original art that supports the local creative economy. Around town, galleries and restaurants will add to the experience with live music, guest artists, refreshments, and special happenings designed for all ages.
The tour begins at the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd. in Springdale, with an opening program on Saturday at 10 AM featuring local Paiute leaders sharing cultural stories and traditional art. The Community Center will also host free, drop-in art activities throughout the weekend from 11 AM to 3 PM. Expect watercolor painting, rock painting, ink designs, expressive color art, and a special exhibition of local student artwork where guests can vote for their favorite.
Registration is required for open studios. Guests can sign up at artstozion.org to receive the detailed map of studios, galleries, and special events, along with helpful planning and security information. Once registered, visitors can build their own route through the Canyon Community, pairing studio stops with gallery visits, lunch breaks, and scenic pauses along the red rock corridor.
Arts to Zion, a Washington County nonprofit, presents the tour in partnership with Z-Arts and the Town of Springdale. Whether it is a first studio tour or an annual tradition, this two-day celebration makes it easy to slow down, meet the artists behind the work, and experience the landscape that inspires them. Learn more and register at artstozion.org.
