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 | Dec. 22-24
Christmas season
- All weekend, times vary | 2017 St. George Utah Christmas Light Spectacular | Admission: Free | Location: Various Washington County locations, see link.
- All weekend, 5:30-10 p.m. | Christmas Lane | Admission: Free | Location: Christmas Lane, 400 E. 1250 North, Cedar City.
- All weekend, 7 p.m. | Christmas Musical Performances | Admission: Free | Location: St. George LDS Temple Visitor’s Center, 490 S. 300 East, St. George.
- Friday-Saturday, 5-9 p.m. | Christmas in the Canyon | Admission: Free; some activities vary | Location: Tuacahn Center for the Arts, 1100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins.
- Friday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 12:30 p.m. | Enchanted World of Dolls | Admission: $5 | Location: Plaza in the Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins.
- Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m. | A Diamond Holiday | Admission: $15-$35 | Location: Center for the Arts at Kayenta, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins.
- Saturday, 5:30 p.m. | Last Day of Advent Service | Admission: Free | Location: Grace Episcopal Church, 1072 E 900 South, St. George.
- Sunday, times vary | Catholic Services | Admission: Free | Location: St. George Roman Catholic Church, 259 W. 200 North, St. George.
- Sunday, 5 p.m. | Family-friendly Christmas Eve Candlelight Service | Admission: Free | Location: New Promise Lutheran Church, 244 S. Valley View Drive, St. George.
- Sunday, 5 p.m. | Christmas Eve Service | Admission: Free | Location: Community Presbyterian Church, 2279 N. Wedgewood Lane, Cedar City.
- Sunday, 5:30 p.m. | Christmas Eve Service with Choir and Holy Eucharist | Admission: Free | Location: Grace Episcopal Church, 1072 E 900 South, St. George.
- Sunday, 6 p.m. | Community Christmas Eve Service | Admission: Free | Location: Hurricane Fine Arts Center, 92 S. 100 West, Hurricane.
- Sunday, 6-8 p.m. | Christmas Eve Service | Admission: Free | Location: Dixie Center St. George, 1835 S. Convention Center Drive, St. George.
- Sunday, 8 p.m. | Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service | Admission: Free | Location: New Promise Lutheran Church, 244 S. Valley View Drive, St. George.
Art
- Friday, 5-8 p.m. | 20/20: Winter Solstice Luminary Festival | Admission: Free; donations accepted | Location: St. George Art Museum, 47 E. 200 North, St. George.
- Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | St. George Art Museum Exhibits | Admission: $1-$3 | Location: St. George Art Museum, 47 E. 200 North, St. George.
- Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | The Gift of Art Holiday Show | Admission: Free | Location: Red Cliff Art Gallery, St. George City Commons Building, 220 N. 200 East, St. George.
- Friday-Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. | Southern Utah Museum of Art Exhibits | Admission: Free | Location: Southern Utah Museum of Art, Southern Utah University, 13 S. 300 West, Cedar City.
Education/enlightenment
- Saturday, noon to 2 p.m. | Kitty Yoga | Admission: $25 | Location: Be Hot Yoga, 558 E. Riverside Drive, St. George.
Entertainment
- Friday, 6-10 p.m. | A Merry Movie Christmas | Admission: $7 | Location: Electric Theater, 68 E. Tabernacle, St. George.
- Friday, 7:30 p.m. | “A Christmas Carol on the Air” | Admission: $15 | Location: Heritage Center Theater, 105 N. 100 East, Cedar City.
- Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2 p.m. | “Plaid Tidings” | Admission: $17-$23 | Location: Brigham’s Playhouse, 25 N. 300 West, Washington City.
- Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m. | “Ramona’s Holiday Home School Musical” | Admission: $28.95-$30.95 with dinner; $16 show only | Location: Rattlin’ D Playhouse, 433 Diamond Ranch Parkway, Hurricane.
- Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m. | “Home for Christmas” | Admission: $15 | Location: Redstone Theater, 29 W. Center St., Kanab.
- Saturday, 7 p.m. | Color Country Chorus Christmas Concert | Admission: Free | Location: Electric Theater, 68 E. Tabernacle, 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.
Food/crafts/vendors
- 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.
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.
- 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, 6:30-9 p.m. | Jill Christian | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Sand Hollow Resort, 5662 W. Clubhouse Drive, Hurricane.
- Friday, 7-9 p.m. | Elaine Anderson Moulton | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Even Stevens, 471 E. St. George Blvd., St. George.
- Saturday, 4-8 p.m. | Wirelefant | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Last Chair Saloon, Brian Head Ski Resort, 329 S. Highway 143, Brian Head.
- Saturday, 6:30-9 p.m. | Mike & Elaine | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Sand Hollow Resort, 5662 W. Clubhouse Drive, Hurricane.
- Saturday, 7-9 p.m. | Dick Earl’s Electric Witness | Admission: No cover; food and beverage prices vary | Location: Even Stevens, 471 E. St. George Blvd., St. George.
- Saturday, 9 p.m. | Closure | Admission: TBD | Location: FireHouse, 1476 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George.
Nightlife/social
- Friday, 10 p.m. | Off the Cuff Comedy | Admission: $5 | Location: Off the Cuff Comedy, 913 S. Main St., Cedar City.
- Saturday, 7 p.m. | Dance Party | Admission: Free; food prices vary | Location: Pisco Peruvian Cuisine, 1180 Sage Drive, Cedar City.
Outdoor/active
- Saturday, 9 a.m. | Run Run Reindeer 5K | Admission: $35; $20 for each additional family member | Location: Ivins City Park, 100 North Main St., Ivins.
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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