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 “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 2 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. This show will run through Oct. 22. Tickets can be purchased at bard.org.
Arte First Annual Art Auction Fundraiser
The Arte Gallery and the Children’s Justice Center have created this wonderful fundraising auction event to help the children of Washington County. The auctioneer for the evening will be Ted Cucuro. Refreshments will be served. It will be is a semi-formal event, so please dress accordingly. The auction will begin on Thursday at 6 p.m. at Arte Art Gallery and tickets are $20. For information regarding the event, please contact Phil Moulton at arteartandframe@gmail.com or by telephone at (435) 862-0303.
Art Insights: Nathan Florence
Artist Nathan Florence will be presenting an artist talk about his journey to becoming an artist and his artistic process Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Southern Utah Museum of Art in Cedar City. For more information, email schedulesuu@suu.edu.
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 7:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m. For more showtimes and ticket information, visit bard.org.
Stage Door Theater presents “The Addams Family”
“The Addams Family” the musical is presented Thursdays–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 and seniors.
Gregg Peterson Band at the Skydome Lounge
The Skydome Lounge in the Casablanca Resort will be showing Gregg Peterson Band at various times Thursday–Saturday. This is a free event. For more information about this event, contact the Casablanca Resort.
What Women Want Expo
The What Women Want Expo is back at the Dixie Center Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. with products you can’t find anywhere else. Tickets are $5 per person. Contact Shelly Smith at (435) 674-6244 or at shelley@thespectrum.com for more information.
Wicked Music Festival
On Friday at 6 p.m., the Shivwits Paiute Indian Reservation Festival Grounds in Ivins hosts the Wicked Music Festival, an all-night rager with live bands and a bonfire. Tickets can be purchased online for $25–$30. This is an 18 and older event. Please bring your ID’s. For more information, visit Dixie.Events.com.
Goodbye Nova record release party
There will be a record release party for Goodbye Nova at Groovacious in Cedar City, Friday at 6 p.m. Come to Groovacious Records to celebrate the new release from Goodbye Nova’s “Just A Little Weather.” The evening will feature live acoustic performances and free food. Groovacious is committed to continuing the traditions established since 1992 of hosting live music and promoting local and regional talent.
“Adrenaline24”: 24 HR Film Contest
On Friday at 7 p.m., the Red Rock Film Festival will host a film contest beginning with registration on top of the parking garage of the Heritage Center. Registration for each team is $20. You may pre-register at marsfilm.eventbrite.com, which includes 10 tickets to the Saturday screening of the film “Shadow Nation” starring George Lynch of Dokken and Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine, plus a Q&A with the director. For more information, contact Matt Marxteyn at tickets@ophilia.com or (435) 705-5555.
Harry-O at George’s Corner Restaurant
Harry-O will perform at George’s Corner Restaurant on Friday at 8 p.m. This is a free event.
Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “The Odd Couple”
The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “The Odd Couple” Friday and Saturday at 8 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.
Hurricane Valley Theatrical Company presents “Aida”
Hurricane Valley Theatrical Company is thrilled to present Elton John and Tim Rice’s “Aida” in Southern Utah. This family friendly production will show Oct. 7–29 on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. For more information, contact the Hurricane Valley Theatrical Company. Tickets are $8.
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.
Gambler’s MC Grand Prix Series: Round 4 of 4
On Saturday at 6:30 a.m., registration will begin for contestants in the Gambler’s MC Grand Prix Series Round 4. Tickets can be purchased at MesquiteMX.com. For more information, contact Joe Amey at (702) 338-5639 or visit MRAN.com.
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.
Free Comic Book Day
Celebrate Halloween Fest 2016 this year comic book style. On Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Comics Plus will host Free Comic Book Day. On this day, special Halloween comics will be given away free with no purchase necessary. Join Comics Plus for a great day of festivities. There will be free comic books (while supplies last), all-day gaming (card and table-top games and video games), and a huge store sale (25 to 50 percent off select items). Show your love of all things nerdy and wear a costume! For more information, contact David Roland at comicsplus@gmail.com or at (435) 673-3229.
Deep Roots Harvest Grand Opening
Saturday at noon, Nevada’s Cannabis Company presents the grand opening of Deep Roots Harvest in Mesquite. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony, food, vendors, and entertainment. Patients and nonpatients are welcome. RSVP to be entered into the raffle. The event starts at noon with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. More information can be found at DeepRootsHarvest.com.
14th Annual Auction for Education
The Rotary Club of Zion invites the public to the 14th Annual Auction for Education, Saturday at 3 p.m. There will be unique art, adventurous recreation and holiday packages, special gifts, and more, all donated by local artists, galleries, and businesses supporting youth education. Preview products online and to donate, contact Daisy Hobbs (435) 772-7771. Proceeds benefit local art, music, and education programs.
Johnny Van at Zion Canyon Brew Pub
Johnny Van will performing at the Zion Canyon Brew Pub in Springdale from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday. To find out more about this event, contact the Southern Utah Songwriters Association.
MARS: Rock & Passion featuring Shadow Nation (with members of Dokken, Rage Against the Machine, and System of a Down)
Brigham’s Playhouse presents “Oklahoma”
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma” is brought to the stage thanks to Brigham’s Playhouse. Performance times are Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m. through Nov. 22. Ticket prices are $23 for adults, $21 for seniors, and $17 for children 5–17 and students (with valid I.D.) and can be purchased at Brigham’s Playhouse. Children under 5 are not permitted. Contact Melanie Baxendale at melaniebaxendalebph@gmail.com or (435)-251-8000.
Celebrity Concert Series BYU Noteworthy
BYU’s newest a cappella group contains nine talented female members whose voices deliver a power-packed concert combining vocal percussion, humor, and tight harmonies. They promise something for everyone, no matter the age. They will perform Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Cox Performing Arts Center. General admission is $25 and can be purchased at dsutix.com. For more information, contact Susan Taysom at taysom@dixie.edu or (435) 652-7903.
Blood, Sweat and Tears and big horn bands tribute at Casablanca
The Casablanca Resort presents a tribute to Blood, Sweat and Tears and big horn bands tribute, Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Tickets range from $25–$35 and are available at StarTickets.com. This is a 21 and older event. Please bring your ID’s.
Lisa Mac at Even Steven’s
Lisa Mac will perform at Even Steven’s in St. George Sunday at noon. Inspired by Janis Joplin and Aretha Franklin, Lisa Mac is a local talent who entertains. For more information, contact the Southern Utah Songwriters Association.
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