TGIF Show: Your weekend event guide brought to you by Maverik

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:

 See video top of this listing.

Weekend events | Sept. 22-24

Art

Education/enlightenment

  • Friday-Saturday, times vary | Southwest Astronomy Festival | Admission: Free | Location: Locations vary, see link.
  • Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Health Fair and Flu Shoot Out | Admission: Free; some vendors may charge | Location: Cedar City Hospital, 1303 N. Main St., Cedar City.
  • Saturday, 1-2 p.m. PDT | It’s Time to Churn: Butter Churning Event | Admission: Free | Location: Virgin Valley Heritage Museum, 35 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada.
  • Sunday, 6 p.m. | Yoga Nidra | Admission: $12 | Location: Downtown Yoga, 50 E. Tabernacle, St. George.

Entertainment

  • Friday-Sunday, all day | Utah Shakespeare Festival | Admission: Varies | Location: The Beverley Center for the Arts, 300 W. University Blvd., Cedar City.
  • Friday, 7:30 p.m. | Friends in Music: Amanda McBroom and George Ball | Admission: $30-$35 | Location: Electric Theater, 68 E. Tabernacle, St. George.
  • Friday, 8 p.m. | Disnye’s “Newsies” | Admission: $29-$89 | Location: Tuacahn Amphitheater, 110 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins.
  • Friday, 8:30 p.m. PDT | Eagles Tribute | Admission: $15-$35 | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada.
  • Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. | “Thoroughly Modern Millie” | Admission: $17-$23 | Location: Brigham’s Playhouse, Cottontown Village, 25 N. 300 West, Washington City.
  • Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m. | “Always Patsy Cline” | Admission: $21-$26 | Location: Redstone Theater, 29 W. Center St., Kanab.
  • Saturday, 2 p.m. | Stargazing: Cabaret for a Cause | Admission: $10-$50 | Location: Tuacahn Hafen Theater, 1100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins.
  • Saturday, 7:30 p.m. | Rosin Cello Duo | Admission: $30 | Location: Center for the Arts at Kayenta | 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins.
  • Saturday, 7:30 p.m. | Cello Crossroads | Admission: Free | Location: Thorley Recital Hall, SUU Campus, 351 W. University Blvd., Cedar City.
  • Saturday, 8 p.m. | “Mamma Mia” | Admission: $29-$89 | Location: Tuacahn Amphitheater, 110 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins.
  • Saturday, 8:30 p.m. PDT | Beach Boys Tribute | Admission: $15-$35 | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada.

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.
  • Friday, 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Family Fun Night | Admission: Free; nonperishable food donation | Location: Iron County Care and Share, 222 W. 900 North, Cedar City.
  • Friday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Movie in the Park: “Monster Trucks” | Admission: Free | Location: Old White Church, 111 N. Main St., LaVerkin.
  • Friday-Saturday, times vary | Santa Clara Swiss Days | Admission: Free; vendors and activities vary | Location: Santa Clara City Hall, 2603 Santa Clara Drive, Santa Clara. Various Santa Clara locations.
  • Friday-Saturday, times vary | Glendale Heritage and Apple Festival | Admission: Free; vendors vary | Location: Glendale Town Office, 90 E. Center St., Glendale.
  • Saturday, 11 a.m. | I am Able and Kids Move It Pop Up Event | Admission: Free | Location: Thunder Junction All Abilities Park, 1851 S. Dixie Drive, St. George.
  • Saturday, noon to 9 p.m. | Staheli Farm Opening Day | Admission: $5 | Location: Staheli Family Farm, 3400 S. Washington Fields Road, Washington City.

Food/crafts/vendors

  • Friday-Sunday, all day | Mesquite Super Run Car Show | Admission: Free | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. and Virgin River Hotel and Casino, 100 E. Pioneer Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada.
  • Saturday, 8 a.m. | Downtown Farmers Market | Admission: Free; vendors vary | Location: Ancestor Square, 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George.
  • Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Tuacahn Saturday Market | Admission: Free; vendors vary | Location: Tuacahn Center for the Arts, Ivins.
  • Saturday, 9 a.m. | Farmers Market | Admission: Free; vendors vary | Location: IG Winery, 50 W. University Blvd. Cedar City.
  • Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. | Duck Creek Village Oktoberfest | Admission: Free, vendors vary | Location: Highway 14, Duck Creek Village.
  • Saturday, 4-9 p.m. | Kanab Outdoor Market | Admission: Free; vendors vary | Location: 150 W. Center St., Kanab.

Fundraisers/community service

  • Friday, 3 p.m. | Food Pantry | Admission: Free | Location: Solomon’s Porch, 1495 S. Blackridge Drive, St. George | Telephone: 435-669-9070.
  • Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Hope Food Pantry Fundraiser | Admission: Free; donations | Location: Cedar City Main Street Park, 200 N. Main St., Cedar 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, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Nick Adams | Admission: Free; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Sand Hollow Resort, 5662 W. Clubhouse Drive, Hurricane.
  • Friday, 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Red Rock LIVE: Tom Bennett | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Jakey Leigh’s, 4 E. Center St., Kanab.
  • Friday, 7-9 p.m. | Many Miles | Admission: Free; donations to Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance | Location: Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd., Springdale.
  • Friday, 7-9 p.m. | Wilhelm | Admission: TBD | Location: Community Presbyterian Church, 2279 N. Wedgewood Lane, Cedar City.
  • Saturday, 6-10 p.m. | Vinyl Fusion | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Sand Hollow Resort, 5662 W. Clubhouse Drive, Hurricane.
  • Saturday, 7 p.m. | Yesouisi and Amber Eye | Admission: $7 | Location: Jazzy’s, 1812 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George.

Nightlife/social

  • Friday, 7:30 pm. | Improv Festival | Admission: $5 | Location: Off the Cuff Comedy, 913 S. Main St., Cedar City.

Outdoor/active

  • Friday-Sunday, times vary | Three Peaks Revival | Admission: Varies | Location: Three Peaks Recreation Area, 10 miles west of Cedar City on Midvalley Road, Cedar City.
  • Friday-6-7:30 p.m. | Geology Adventure | Admission: Free; registration is require | Location: Snow Canyon State Park, Ivins | Telephone: 435-628-2255.
  • Saturday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Motocross Grand Prix | Admission: Spectators, $10; racers, registration varies | Location: Iron Mine Race Park, 9205 W. Antelope Springs Road, Cedar City.
  • Saturday, 6-9 p.m. | Fall Equinox Observation | Admission: Free | Location: Parowan Gap Petroglyphs, Parowan.

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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