Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide
Whether you are local or visiting the area for the holiday, out 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.
Mesquite MX Winter National
Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Mesquite MX Park will host the Mesquite MX Winter National, three days of racing and fun for the whole family. A free Thanksgiving dinner will be available after practice. The entrance fee is $15 per day or $25 for the week. There is over $20,000 worth of giveaways, dry camping, and electrical hookups. For more information, call Cindi Fears at (928) 565-0786, email mesquitemx@outlook.com or visit MesquiteMX.com.
“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.
Jerry Uelsmann: “Alchemy & Angst @ 82”
Photographer Jerry Uelsmann’s exhibit “ALCHEMY + ANGST @ 82” is on display daily at noon through Nov. 30 at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. This is a free exhibit. For more information, contact Southern Utah Museum of Art.
A salute to National Parks
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.
Thanksgiving Day dinner at Green Valley Spa
Green Valley Spa and Chef Imi invite you to celebrate Thanksgiving at Green Valley Spa Thursday from noon to 6 p.m. To make your Thanksgiving Day reservations, call Chef Imi at (435) 313-0611.
52 Hike Challenge pop-up hike
REI and 52 Hike Challenge have teamed up to provide you with the opportunity of spending your Black Friday outdoors instead of shopping with their #optoutside campaign. Meet at the Red Mountain Trailhead at 9 a.m. on Friday and hike approximately four miles near the Snow Canyon Overlook. Please click here to sign the waiver form to participate. More information can be found at EventBrite.
Santa’s Workshop
Zion Canyon Arts and Crafts Fair
Escape the crowds Friday at 10 a.m. for the Zion Canyon Arts and Crafts Fair in Springdale. The event will take place at the Canyon Community Center and will be filled with artisans, photographers, jewelers, weavers, and more. For more information on this event, contact Z-Arts: Zion Arts and Humanities Council.
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.
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.
St. George’s Strongest Man Contest
Improv Dixie live
On Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m., Improv Dixie will perform live at Even Steven’s. This is a family-friendly event, and admission is free. For more information, visit St. George Chamber.
Live music with Soul What?!
Deja-Vu: Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young tribute band live at the Casablanca Resort
Deja-Vu is a supergroup of talented Athens musicians who will perform at the Casablanca Resort on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. This is a 21 and older show. IDs are required. Tickets can be purchased at StarTickets for $15 to $35. For more information, visit Casablanca Resort.
Lisa Mac at Even Steven’s
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