Southern Utah Weekend Events
Get ready for a weekend full of theater, music, live entertainment and much more! The Independent’s Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide has a full list of great events for you to enjoy. For a full list of weekend events, visit The Independent’s Events Calendar at http://suindependent.com/st-george-utah-events-calendar/#/.
1SGMT presents “The Wedding Singer”
St. George Musical Theater presents their newest musical comedy: “The Wedding Singer.” This show is based on the Adam Sandler movie of the same name. The show begins Thursday and will run until Feb. 20. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://sgmusicaltheater.com/shows/the-wedding-singer/.
2Dixie’s Got Talent 2016
The 2016 Finale of Dixie’s Got Talent is back with another year of rising stars. See the top 20 contestants perform in song, dance, theater, music and more. The show will be Thursday night starting at 7 p.m at the Cox Performing Arts Center. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://dsutix.com/Box_Office/Home.html.
3Jeff Orr and Friends
Jeff Orr and friends will be jamming out at George’s Corner in Ancestor Square Friday night. Don’t miss out on some great drinks, eats and ’70s rock. They will play from 8 to 11 p.m. For a full calendar of George’s upcoming performers, visit http://georgescornerrestaurant.com/.
4Man in the Mirror Tribute
Hear a tribute to the “King of Pop” with the Man in the Mirror Tribute for Michael Jackson. The show will be Friday night starting at 8:30 p.m. at the CasaBlanca Resort in Mesquite. Visit http://casablancaresort.com/entertainment/ for more information. The show is 21 and over.
5Year-Round Cedar City Farmers Market
The Year-Round Cedar City Farmers Market runs every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon. Don’t miss out on fresh produce, baked goods, crafts and great company. The market is held in the IFA parking lot, rain or shine! Visit https://www.facebook.com/Year-Round-Cedar-City-Farmers-Market-437941259571953/ for updates on the market.
6Many Miles at ZCBP
Zion Canyon Brew Pub continues their January artist line up with Many Miles. See them perform their live contemporary rock from 6 to 9 p.m Saturday night. Grab a refreshing brew and kick back to the music.
72016 Mesquite Hot Air Balloon Festival
Enjoy two days of colorful fun with the 2016 Mesquite Hot Air Balloon Festival. The festival will run Saturday and Sunday, with both days’ first balloon launch starting early at 7:30 a.m. The days will consist of balloon watching, family fun entertainment, food and a balloon glow from 6 to 7 p.m. Get all of the information for this event at http://casablancaresort.com/entertainment/.
875th Birthday Neil Diamond Tribute
See Rob Garrett and the KOD Band perform a 75th Birthday Tribute to Neil Diamond. The show is at the CasaBlanca Resort in Mesquite Saturday night at 8:30 p.m. For more information, visit http://casablancaresort.com/entertainment/. The show is 21 and over.
9Sunday Edition
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Please add: Cedar City Arts Council January Networking Social
CEDAR CITY, UT, JAN. 19 – The Cedar City Arts Council (CCAC) is pleased to present their January networking social in the Heritage Center Theater’s upper level conference room on Monday, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to this free event.
The program features creative work presented by artist Gina O’Neal, a vocal performance by the Fiddlers Elementary School Choir, and catering by local culinary master Miguel Mercedes. Announcements regarding upcoming community arts events, including grant opportunities and educational workshops will be shared by the CCAC leadership.
O’Neal, a quilting and fiber artist, will present her creative work entitled, “Stitches that Heal.” She used the funding she received from her CCAC grant to create this work.
The Fiddlers Elementary School Choir, another CCAC grant recipient, used their grant to purchase needed supplies and equipment. The choir, led by Francessca Merdes, will perform as entertainment.
Complimentary fare will be prepared and served by Miguel Mercedes, one of Cedar City’s newest fine culinary artists.
“Mercedes’ cuisine is both inventive and delicious,” says local food enthusiast Michael French.
Community members who have talents or an interest in the literary, performing, and visual arts are welcome and encouraged to attend. Admission to this event is free and open to the public.
The Heritage Center Theater is located at 105 N. 100 E. in Cedar City. Entrance from the 2nd level of the parking terrace provides direct access to the upper level conference room. For more information contact CCAC Board Member Denise Purvis at 435-865-8024.
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Who: Cedar City Arts Council
What: Networking Social
When: Monday, Jan. 25, 7 p.m.
Where: Heritage Center Conference Room 7, upstairs, enter from 2nd level of parking terrace
Why: Celebrate local artists of all disciplines
Cost: Free and public invited
More information: Denise Purvis at 435-865-8024 or denisepurvis@suu.edu