SOUTHERN UTAH — The weekend is almost here again, and that means it’s time to look for adventure — maybe something fun, inspiring, educational or entertaining. Take advantage of our snapshot of Southern Utah events and activities to enjoy with family and friends, and keep the adventure going all weekend long!
Watch TGIF Show co-hosts Sheldon and Hollie talk about their weekend picks:
Weekend events | April 29-May 1
Art
- Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | “Snapshots: Highlights from the Springville Museum of Art’s Family Vacation” | Admission: $1.50-$3 | Location: Frontier Homestead State Park, 635 N. Main St., Cedar City
- Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | National Parks: Uniting America: 100 Years on Common Ground | Admission: $1-$3 | Location: St. George Art Museum, 47 E. 200 North, St. George
- Friday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.| DSU Art Department Show | Admission: Free | Location: Sears Museum Gallery, 225 S. University Ave., St. George
Education/enlightenment
- Friday, noon | Brown Bag Lecture Series: Friends of Gold Butte | Admission: Free; reservations required | Location: Interagency Information Center, 345 E. Riverside Drive, St. George | Telephone: 435-688-3200
- Friday, 7 p.m. | “Pete McCloskey: Leading from the Front” | Admission: $10 | Location: The Electric Theater, 68 E. Tabernacle St., St. George
- Saturday, 9 a.m. | Southern Utah University Graduation | Admission: Free | Location: SUU Centrum Arena, 351 W. Center St., Cedar City
- Saturday, 7 p.m. | “Pete McCloskey: Leading from the Front” | Admission: $10 | Location: Zion Canyon Theater, 145 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale
Entertainment
- Friday, 7:30 p.m. | DSU Polynesian Showcase | Admission: $5 | Location: Dixie State University Eccles Fine Arts Center, 225 S. 700 East, St. George
- Friday, 8 p.m. | The Beach Boys | Admission: $39.50-$59.50 | Location: Tuacahn Center for the Arts, 1100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins
- Friday-Saturday, various times | “Purple Rain” | Admission: $6.75-$9 | Location: Pineview Stadium 10, 2376 E. Red Cliffs Drive, St. George
- Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m. | “Little Women” | Admission: $8 | Location: Hurricane Fine Arts Center, 92 W. 100 South, Hurricane
- Friday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. | “My Fair Lady” | Admission: $16-$20 | Location: St. George Opera House, 212 N. Main St., St. George
- Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. | “Steel Magnolias” | Admission: $17-$23 | Location: Brigham’s Playhouse, 25 N. 300 West, Washington City
- Saturday, 7 p.m. | “The Beginning” Professional Boxing Competition | Admission: General admission, $35; ringside, $50 | Location: Dixie Convention Center, 1835 S. Convention Center Drive, St. George
- Saturday, 7 p.m. | Dinner and a Made Up Show | Admission: Free; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Even Stevens, 471 E. St. George Blvd., St. George
Family
- Friday, 10:30 a.m. | Story Time | Admission: Free | Location: Washington County Library, Washington City Branch, 220 N. 300 East, Washington City
- Friday, 11 a.m. | Toddler Time With Mrs. Mann | Admission: Free | Location: Washington County Library, St. George Branch, 88 W. 100 South, St. George
- Friday, 11 a.m. | Moms n’ Tots Playtime | Admission: Free | Location: Washington County Library, Hurricane Branch, 36 S. 300 West, Hurricane
- Saturday, all day | Washington City Cotton Days | Admission: Free; some activities and vendors may vary | Location: Various Washington City locations, see link
- Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Lions Club Kite Flight for Reading and Sight | Admission: Free, fundraiser | Location: Park Discovery lawn, 2077 W. Royal Hunte Drive, Cedar City
- Saturday, 1 p.m. | Story Time | Admission: Free | Location: Washington County Library, Springdale Branch, 126 Lion Blvd., Springdale
- Saturday, 1-3 p.m. | Dia de los Ninos, Dia de los libros | Admission: Free | Location: Cedar City Library in the Park, 303 N. 100 East, Cedar City
- Saturday, 2 p.m. | Veterans Pinewood Derby | Admission: Free | Location: Southern Utah Veterans Home, 160 N. 200 East, Ivins
Food/crafts/vendors
- Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Tuacahn Saturday Market | Admission: Free | Location: Tuacahn Center for the Arts, Ivins
Fundraisers/causes
- Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Bread of Life Community Kitchen | Admission: Free | Location: 2569 N. Freeway Drive, Cedar City
- Friday, 1-4 p.m. | Food Pantry | Admission: Free | Location: Solomon’s Porch, 1495 S. Blackridge Drive, St. George | Telephone: 435-669-9070
- Friday, 6 p.m. | Benefit Dinner for Kolt | Admission: $8 | Location: Park Discovery, 2077 W. Royal Hunte Drive, Cedar City
- Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m. to noon | Relay for Life St. George | Admission: Fundraiser | Location: Hansen Stadium, Dixie State University campus, 225 S. 700 East, St. George
- Saturday, all day | One Hero at a Time | Admission: Suggested donation of $20 | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada
- Saturday, 9 a.m. | Walk for Remembrance and Hope | Admission: $20 | Location: Main Street Park, 200 N. Main St., Cedar City
- Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Prescription Drug Take Back | Admission: Free | Location: Smith’s Food and Drug, 633 S. Main St., Cedar City
- Saturday, 11 a.m. | Barbecue fundraiser for Laurie Lythgoe | Admission: $5 | Location: Zion Harley Davidson, 2345 N. Coral Canyon Blvd., Washington City
- Sunday, 12:30 p.m. | Sunday Feast | Admission: Free | Location: Solomon’s Porch, 1495 S. Blackridge Drive, St. George | Telephone: 435-669-9070
Music
- Friday, 8 p.m. | Ryan Chrys and the Rough Cuts | Admission: $3-$5 | Location: Jazzy’s, 285 N. Bluff St., St. George
- Saturday, 8 p.m. | Wirelefant | Admission: $3-$5 | Location: Jazzy’s, 285 N. Bluff St., St. George
- Saturday, 8-11 p.m. | Gunlock County | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: George’s Corner Restaurant, 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George
- Saturday, 10 p.m. | Lorin Walker Madsen | Admission: $5 | Location: Mike’s Tavern, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City
Night life/social
- Friday, 8:30 p.m. | Off the Cuff Comedy Improvisation All-Star Show | Admission: $5 | Location: Off the Cuff Comedy Improvisation, 913 S. Main St., Cedar City
- Saturday, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. | Drag Night Fundraiser | Admission: $5-$20; donations | Location: FireHouse Bar and Grill, 1476 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George
- Saturday, 9 p.m. | Beach Sounds with DJ Green | Admission: $5 | Location: Toadz, 432 N. 100 West, Cedar City
Outdoors/active
- Friday-Sunday, various times | ATV Fun Run | Admission: Free guided rides; additional activities and food costs vary | Location: Peakaboo trailhead, Kanab
- Saturday, 8:30 a.m. | West Canyon Walk and Talk | Admission: Free; reservations required | Location: Snow Canyon State Park, Ivins | Telephone: 435-628-2255
- Saturday, 9 a.m. | Homerun Derby | Admission: Free | Location: Spencer Gunn Field, 1358 Canyon View Drive, Santa Clara
- Saturday, 9-11 a.m. | Arbor Day Celebration | Admission: Free, volunteer work | Location: Tonaquint Nature Center, 1851 S. Dixie Drive, St. George
- Saturday, 10 a.m. | Iron Open Horseshoe Tournament | Admission: Adults, $20; youth, $4 | Location: Dennis Ohms Horseshoe Park, 675 N. 150 East, Cedar City
- Saturday, 4 p.m. | Freedom Fighters United We Stand 5K, Fun Run | Admission: $25 per person; $80 (team of four) | Location: Race begins at the corner of Old Hwy 91 and Greenslake Dr., Cedar City
NOTE: Changes in scheduled events may arise without notice to St. George News; links and contact information are provided for your convenience in confirming details.
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