SOUTHERN UTAH — The weekend is almost here again! If you’re looking for adventure — maybe something fun, inspiring, educational or entertaining — take advantage of our snapshot of Southern Utah events and activities to enjoy with family, friends and maybe even make new friends. Keep the adventure going all weekend long!
Watch TGIF Show co-hosts Sheldon and Hollie talk about their weekend picks:
Weekend events | Dec. 31-Jan. 3
Art
- Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | “Twisted, Woven, Spun and Wrapped” | Admission: $1-$3 | Location: St. George Art Museum, 47 E. 200 North, St. George
- Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Matthew Jacobson Gallery Show | Admission: Free | Location: Roene B. DiFiore Center, 307 N. Main St. George | Telephone: 435-772-ARTS
Education/enlightenment
- Friday, noon | Prayer Over the City | Admission: Free | Location: St. George Tabernacle, 18 S. Main Street, St. George
Entertainment
- Friday, 8:30 p.m. PST | The Comedy Machine | Admission: $15-$25 | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada
- Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m. & Saturday, 2 p.m. matinee | “It’s a Wonderful Life” | Admission: $23 | Location: Brigham’s Playhouse, 25 N. 300 West, Washington City
- Saturday, 7:30 p.m. PST | Elvis-Live From Las Vegas featuring Tyler James | Admission: $15-$25 | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada
Family
- Thursday, 10 a.m. to midnight | Fiesta Family Fun Center New Year’s Eve Blow Out | Admission: $9.95-$99 | Location: Fiesta Family Fun Center, 171 E. 1160 South, St. George
- Thursday, 5 p.m. to midnight | New Year’s Eve Family Bash | Admission: $8, $1 kids 1 and under | Location: Washington City Community Center, 350 N. Community Center Drive, Washington City
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
- Thursday, 7:30 p.m. | St. George Musical Theater presents “Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” A New Year’s Eve Fundraising Gala | Admission: $75 | Location: St. George Opera House, 212 N. Main Street, St. George
- Friday, 1-4 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
- Thursday, 9 p.m. to midnight | New Year’s Eve Celebration with Stockbeat #9 | Admission: No cover, food and beverage prices vary | Location: George’s Corner Restaurant, 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George
- Thursday, 9 p.m to midnight | New Year’s Eve with Soul What!? | Admission: No cover, food and beverage prices vary | Location: Zion Canyon Brewing Company, 95 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale
- Saturday, 8-11 p.m. | Johnny Van and Gary Huff | Admission: No cover, food and beverage prices vary | Location: George’s Corner Restaurant, 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George
Night life/social
- Thursday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. | New Year’s Eve at Mike’s Tavern | Admission: No cover | Location: Mike’s Tavern, 90 W. Hoover Avenue, Cedar City
- Thursday, 9 p.m. | New Year’s Eve with DJ Green | Admission: TBA | Location: Toadz, 432 N. 100 West, Cedar City
- Thursday, 9 p.m. PST | New Year’s Eve Party with Swagger | Admission: $15-$20 | Location: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada
- Thursday, 9 p.m. to sunrise PST | Ultra New Year’s Eve | Admission: $15-$200 | Location: Envy Nightclub, 792 W. Pioneer Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada
- Friday, 5-10 p.m. | George Streetfest | Admission: Free, vendors vary | Location: Historic Downtown, St. George
- Friday, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. PST | Fuego Fridays | Admission: Ladies free before 10:30 p.m. | Location: Envy Nightclub, 792 W. Pioneer Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada
Outdoors/active
- Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. | Brian Head New Year’s Eve Party | Admission: Varies per activity | Location: Brian Head Ski Resort, 329 S. Highway 143, Brian Head
- Friday, 9 a.m. | First Day Hike | Admission: Free, state park fees apply | Location: Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Kanab, Snow Canyon State Park, Ivins
- Friday, noon to 8 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Ultimate Outdoor Expo | Admission: Adults: $10, Seniors (over 60): $8, Kids (8-12): $5, Kids (under 8): Free | Location: Dixie Convention Center, 1835 S. Convention Center Drive, St. George
- Saturday, 6-8:30 p.m. | Winter Star Party | Admission: Free | Location: Navajo Lodge, Brian Head Ski Resort, 329 S. Highway 143, Brian Head
- Sunday, 7-9 p.m. | Quadrantids Meteor Shower Viewing | Admission: Free | Location: Three Peaks Recreational Area, 6000 W. Midvalley Road, 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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