Events
2008
Cedar City, Parowan & Brian Head
All events are subject to change. Most are annual events held at the same time each year. For the most up to date information regarding an event click on our main calendar.
January 1 – March 18
Cedar Breaks National Monument YURT / Winter Ranger Station. Visit spectacular Cedar Breaks National Monument in winter by snowmobile, cross country ski's or snowshoes. For more information call 435-586-9451 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
January 7-19
Annual High School Fine Art Competition Tuesday-Saturday Noon - 7p.m. in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery on the first floor of the Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center on the east end of the SUU campus. Admission is FREE, for more information call 435-586-5432.
January 9-12
Shakespeare Theatre Association of America conference will be held in Cedar City, UT.
For more information please call 435-586-7878.
January 9-12
Cedar Chest Quilt Guild Retreat Held at the Crystal Inn (1575 W 200 North, Cedar City) includes classes, trunk show, quilt displays, and vendors. Registration $10, Classes $18. For more information call Sandy Robles 435-867-1478 or Julia Patrick 435-586-6832.
January 10 – 12
Utah Shakespearean Festival Present the contemporary and comic play Art at 8pm in the Randall L Jones Theatre (300 W University Blvd, Cedar City). Admission is $28 - $32. For more information call the Theater Box Office, 1-800-PLAYTIX or www.bard.org.
January 11
Parowan Birthday Celebration Held in the Parowan High School. Activities include Dancing, Singing, and Lunch will be Server. For more information contact the Parowan Visitor Center at 435-477-9022.
January 12
Family Hiking Series: Cedar Breaks Snow Ski / Snowshoe Hike. Meet at the Main Street Park Pavilion in Cedar City at 8am. For more information call 435-586-9451 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
January 14 -19
Parowan Film Festival Held in the Aladdin Theater (37 N Main, Parowan) at 7pm. For more information call 465-477-9022.
January 15
CCMA: The Angeli Duo, in the Heritage Theatre (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm. Admission is $20 Adults & $10 Iron County Students. Presented by the Cedar City Music Arts. For more information call 435-865-2882.
January 19
Cedar City Bridal Show Held in the Sharwan Smith Center (351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) on SUU campus from 11am to 5 pm. Give-a-ways for brides-to-be and great entertainment and catering samples for everyone. FREE. For more information 435-477-9498.
January 19
Brian Head Town Bonfire & Smores Held At Town Fire station 7pm. For more information 888-677-2810 FREE.
January 26
“KOMP” Great White Weekend Live DJ’s and prize giveaway, held all day at the resort. For more information call 435-677-2035.
February 1-2
Cedar City Junior Ballet Winter Concert held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm. Admission is $10. For more information call 435-865-2882.
February 7-9 & 14-16
The Philadelphia Story by Phillip Barry will be held at 7:30pm in the Auditorium Theatre (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City). $10 General admission, $8 SUU Faculty & Staff, $5 Students, & FREE SUU Students with valid ID. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
February 7 – March 15
Faculty Art Exhibit Tuesday-Saturday Noon - 7pm in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery on the first floor of the Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center on the east end of the SUU campus. Admission is FREE, for more information call 435-586-5432.
February 9
Orchestra of Southern Utah: Children’s Carnival Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 2pm. Families and children of all ages are invited to participate in exploring Africa with a matinee concert and carnival of fun games, activities, and selections of a new piece by Marshall McDonald and Steve Nelson. 435-867-8501.
February 9
Family Hiking Series: Deer Valley Snow Hike Meet at the Main Street Park Pavilion in Cedar City at 8am. For more information call the Cedar City Parks & Recreation office 435-865-9223.
February 9
Extreme Radio Weekend Live DJ’s, Prizes, All day at the resort. For more information call 435-677-2035.
February 16
Presidents Weekend Torchlight Parade & Fireworks. Celebrate the Presidents day holiday With Brian Head Resort. For more information call 435-677-2035.
February 17
Brian Head Town Bonfire & Smores Held at the Town Fire Station 7pm. For more information call 888-677-2810 FREE.
February 21
Orchestra of Southern Utah: Winter Concert Featuring the McDonald/Nelson Symphony Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm, admission is $10 Adults, $5 Students, $30 groups of 6. 435-867-8501.
February 25
Band Concert in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) at 7:30pm Tickets are $8 for general admission, $6 for SUU Faculty and Staff, $4 for Students, and Free for SUU students with a valid I.D. For tickets please call 435-586-7878.
February 25-26
CCMA: The Lowe Family Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm, admission is $25 Adults & $10 Iron County Students. For more information call 435-865-2882.
February 29
Southern Utah University Choral Festival Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm. For more information call 435-8652882.
February 29-March 1
Iron County Home Builders Association "Building Product Fair & Home Show" See new building products and accessories at the Heritage Center (105 N 100 East, Cedar City). For more information call the IHCBA office 435-865-1113.
March 1
US Navy Band Concert Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm. Admission is FREE. For more information call 435-865-2882.
March 1
KOMP” Great White Weekend II Live DJ’s and prize give away. Held all day at the Resort. For more information call 435-677-2035.
March 5-8
Journeys: Faculty Dance Concert Held in the Auditorium Theatre (300 W University Blvd, Cedar City) at 7:30pm, $10 General admission, $8 SUU Faculty & Staff, $5 Students, & FREE SUU Students with valid ID. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
March 7-15
Parowan Community Theater presents the Wizard of OZ. Held in the Aladdin Theater (37 N Main St, Parowan) at 7pm. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under and can be purchased early at the Parowan Visitors Center (73 N. Main, Parowan). For more information call 435-477-9022.
March 10
Spring Choral Concert Held at 7:30pm in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City). $8 General admission, $6 SUU Faculty & Staff, $4 Students, & FREE SUU Students with valid ID. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
March 15 &16
13TH Annual Dennis May Memorial YSL Championships. Kids from the Intermountain West complete for the YSL Championship For more information call 435-677-2035 or www.brianhead.com
March 17
CCMA: Little Women Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7:30pm. Admission is $25 Adults & $10 Iron County Students. For more information call 435-865-2882.
March 22
Family Hiking Series: Cedar Breaks Moonlight Ski / Hike. Meet at the Main Street Park Pavilion in Cedar City at 8am. For more information call 435-586-9451 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
March 22
Brian Head Town Bonfire & Smores Held at the Town Fire Station 8pm. For more information call 888-677-2810 FREE.
March 22 &23
Brian Head Spring Carnival & Easter Celebration, Festivities including Pond Skimming, Rail jam, Face painting, Coloring, Easter Egg Hunt, Etc…For more Information call 435-677-2035.
March 22
Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt begins at 9:30am so arrive early. Meet the Easter Bunny and take part in the Easter Egg Hunt with over 15,000 eggs to be found. Held at the Cedar City Main Street Park (corner of 200 N & Main St). Also join Enoch at their City office and Paragonah for a great Easter Egg Hunt. For more information on the Enoch celebration call 435-586-1119 or Paragonah at 435-477-8197.
March 23
The Cedar City Master Singers Easter Concert Held in the Heritage Center Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) at 7pm. Admission is FREE. For more information call 435-865-2882.
March 28-29
SUU 31st Annual POW WOW Held in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) Fri. 7pm-11pm; Sat Noon-11pm. For more information contact the SUU Multicultural Center at 435-586-7772 or calamity@suu.edu.
April 3-5
Too Many Sopranos Opera Workshop held at 7:30pm in the Thorley Recital Hall (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City). $8 General admission, $6 SUU Faculty & Staff, $4 Students, & FREE SUU Students with valid ID. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
April 4-5, 11-12 & 18-19
Student One Act Play Festival will be at 7:30pm in the Auditorium Theatre (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City). $10 General admission, $8 SUU Faculty & Staff, $5 Students, & FREE SUU Students with valid ID. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
April TBA
Thunderbird Film Festival An independent filmmaking competition highlighting family friendly films and movies produced by students and professionals. Held at Southern Utah University in Cedar City. Contact www.thunderbirdfilmfestival.suu.edu or 435-586-7861.
April 6
Brian Head Resort Closes for the winter season. Come back mid June for the summer season and November for the 2008-2009 winter season.
April 8
Southern Utah University ROTC 5K Race Come walk or run with the ROTC and enjoy a great 5K race at SUU. For more details or to register call 435-865-8596 or
https://secure.suu.edu/business/rotc/5kreg.html.
April 10
Orchestra of Southern Utah: Roy L. Halversen Young Artist Concert. Held in the Heritage Center (105 N 100 E, Cedar City) at 7:30pm, admission is $10 Adults, $5 Students, and $30 groups of 6. For more information visit www.orchestraofsouthernutah.org.
April 10 – May 3
Senior Portfolio Exhibit Tuesday-Saturday Noon - 7pm in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery on the first floor of the Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center on the east end of the SUU campus. Admission is FREE, for more information call 435-586-5432.
April 12-13
Color Country Shootout Held at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile W on 200 N / Hwy56, Cedar City). Come experience the world of an Archery competition. For more information call 435-590-5251.
April 15
Southern Utah University Orchestra Concert Held at 7:30pm in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City). $8 General admission, $6 SUU Faculty & Staff, $4 Students, & FREE SUU Students with valid ID. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
April 16-19
Himmelsk-The Festival Royale Activities include a Pageant, Smorgaluau, Himmelsk Museum, Himmelsk Bus Tour and take place in Cedar City. Contact Festival Hall Ticket Office 435-865-2882 or mayor@cedarcity.org.
April 21
Southern Utah University Wind Symphony Concert Held at 7:30pm in the Heritage Center Theatre (105 N 100 E, Cedar City). Admission: TBA. For more information call Festival Box Office 435-865-2882 or the Arts Hotline 435-865-8800 or www.suu.edu/arts.
April 26
Parowan City Home and Garden Show, "The Great Outdoors" held on Parowan Main St from 10am to 6pm. Featuring trailers and garden supplies. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
April 26
Sportsman for Fishing & Wildlife Held in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (351 W University Blvd.) at 5pm. Fundraising banquet, auction, raffle and games. Proceeds go to habitat for big game. For more information call Rusty 435-463-9344.
April 26
Lions Club Flight for Life Kite flying event held on the Park Discovery lawn (2077 W Royal Hunte Dr, Cedar City). Starts at 10am, competition begins at 1pm & judging at 2pm. For more information call 435-559-4877 or 435-586-5500.
April 26
Arbor Day Celebration with Enoch ‘Tree City USA’ including FREE tree giveaway, planting demonstrations, and much more. For more information call 435-586-1119.
May 2 - 3
Community Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale Held at the Presbyterian Church, 2279 N Wedgewood Ln (in Fiddler's Canyon) Cedar City from 8a.m.-7p.m. Crafts and Baked goods will also be for sale.
May 3
Southern Utah University 2008 Commencement at 9a.m. in the Centrum Arena.
May 3 - June 16
Watercolor Exhibit held from 9am to 5pm in the Iron Mission Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City). The exhibit features the work of the Southern Utah Watercolor Society. Admission into the museum is $3. For more information call 435-586-9290.
May 6
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
May 8 - 10
John Wayne Film Festival Held in the Aladdin Theater (Parowan). May 8th at 7pm "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance," May 9th at 7pm "The Cowboys," and May 10 at 1pm "Rio Lobo" and at 7pm "Stagecoach." Admission is $3 per person. For more information call 435-477-9022, 435-559-4504 or visit www.parowan.org.
May 9
Hershey's Track Meet held in the Canyon View High School Track (166 W 1925 North, Cedar City). Participants must per-register at the Parks and Rec. Office (286 N Main St., Cedar City) For more information call 435-865-9223.
May 9 - 10
Cedar City Business Expo, where Commerce & Community meet. Held in the Sharwan Smith Center (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) Friday from 2:30pm to 7pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm. Admission is FREE and includes Entertainment, Prizes, and Booth Bingo. For more information call 435-586-4484 or visit www.cedarcitychamber.com
May 10
3rd Annual Paiute Drug Elimination Youth Gathering held at the Pow-Wow Arena (600 N 100 East, Cedar City). Event includes Grand entries at 12pm (noon) and 5pm, Arts and Craft vendors, Informative booths, as well as Food booths. For more information call Shanda Wauneka 435-586-1112 etx. 504, Jack Sawyers 435-559-1025, or Bob Borchardt 435-327-1451.
May 13
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
May 16 - 18
WE Rock presents the Western US Nationals #2, held at Three Peaks Recreational Area (west of Cedar City on Hwy 56/200 N to Lund Hwy, turn north on Lund Hwy to Midvalley Rd, turn west and follow Midvalley Rd to Three Peaks Recreational Area). For more information visit www.we-rock.cc. Cost $15 a day adults, $5 a day kids. Two day pass for adults are $20.
May 17
Southern Utah Auto, Motorcycle, Parts, Antiques & Collectables Too Held at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on Hwy 56/200 N Cedar City) at 8am. For more information call Bernie 435-586-0433 or visit www.swapmeetutah.com Presented by the Cedar City Lions Club.
May 17
Family Hike Series, Bring your family for a fun hike on the Red Mountain/Razorback. Children of all ages are welcome (with parental supervision.) Meet at 8am at the Main Street Park Pavilion (corner of 200 N and 100 E, Cedar City). Hikes should finish before noon. What to bring: raingear, sturdy hiking footwear, food, water (1-2 qts.), a warm layer of clothing, a first aid kit, sunscreen, sunhat & backpack. For more information call Cedar City Parks & Recreation 435-865-9223.
May 17
Gardening Workshop Held at the Iron Mission Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City) from 9am to 4pm. Learn the process of pioneer and ancient Pueblo waffle gardening from start to finish. This hands-on activity will provide historical background, instruction, and practical application to help you create a successful vegetable garden. Learn soil preparation, planting techniques, watering methods, garden maintenance, pest control, and weed control. Please stop by the Museum, email ironmission@utah.gov, or call 435-586-9290 to reserve your spot. The number of participants is limited. The cost of the workshop is $10.00 per person. Participants will be working in the garden, so a hat, gloves, and water are recommended.
May 19
Chili Cook-Off Held in the Main Street Park (corner of 200 N and Main St, Cedar City) at 5:30pm. All proceeds benefit the Iron County Children's Justice Center and the Family Support Crisis Nursery. To register a cook or to donate, please call Stephanie Furnival 435-867-4275 or Shandra Powell 435-590-2299.
May 22 (weather permitting)
Brian Head Town Cleanup and BBQ Lunch 9am to 12pm (noon). For more information call Town Hall at 435-677-2029.
May 24
Memorial Weekend Bonfire & Smores 8pm at the Brian Head Fire Station (Brian Head). For more information call 888-677-2810. FREE.
May 24
Cedar Breaks National Monument Anticipated Summer Season Opens. Come join us for ranger led hikes, geology programs, campfire programs in the 28 site campground and much, much more. Kids: become a junior ranger! Call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/cebr for more detailed opening dates and information. Note that the campground opening date is subject to favorable weather.
May 26
The Memorial Day Recognition and Veteran's Memorial Service will be held in the Cedar City Cemetery at 9am and is conducted by American Legion Post 74 of Cedar City, Utah. The ceremony will include a Piper drum and bagpipe band, military salute, flag raising and lowering, and a short talk by an honored veteran regarding the origins, purpose and promise of veteran sacrifices in behalf of our community. All veterans are invited to stand in ranks with Legion and VFW members, full or partial uniform wear is encouraged. Family members of veterans and the general public are encouraged to attend. Located at the Veteran's Memorial Flag (north east corner of the Cedar City Cemetery), north main street/Hwy 91.A Memorial Day Program is also held at Parowan Cemeteries.
May 27
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
May 31
Northwestern Mutual Fun Run Begins at the Little League Baseball Complex and follows the Canyon Trail (200 N 200 East, Cedar City). Registration forms will be available at Northwestern Mutual Office (427 S Main St. Ste. 201, Cedar City) or on line at hank.warner@nmfn.com. For more information call 435-867-8100.
June - July
Glider Competition held at the Parowan Airport. For more information call 435-477-9022.
June 2
The 14th annual Chili Cook Off Fundraiser held at the Main Street Park and will run from 5:30pm to 7pm. Ticket prices are $25 per family or $6 per person for all you can eat chili and drink. This will be a fun filled evening and will support a worthy cause. All proceeds will benefit the Iron County Children’s Justice Center and The Family Support Crisis Nursery. To register a cook or to donate, please call Stephanie Furnival anytime at 435-867-4275 or Shandra Powell at 435-590-2299
June 2-7
American Family Fest featuring fun family competitions, national talent search, family history events, exhibitions & nightly concerts by the Hughes Brothers. For more information visit www.americanfamilyfest.com or call 800-635-3688.
June 4 - 21
Utah Summer Games Held in Cedar City. This is the largest Olympic style sports festival in Utah. For more information call 435-865-8421 or www.utahsummergames.org.
June 7
18th Annual Parowan Fun Run Car Show held in the Parowan City Park (Main St) at 8am. A full day of fun at the park. Cars and trucks from every year. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
June 7
5K Fun Run beginning at the Little League Baseball Complex and Canyon Trail (200 N 200 East, Cedar City). For more information call Parks and Rec. Office 435-865-9223.
June 7
Iron Ranger Jr Rodeo Buckle Series held at 3pm in the Iron Ranger Arena (Cross Hollows Event Center) 11 N Cross Hollows Rd, Cedar City. Admission is $5. For more information call 435-586-9015.
June 10
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
June 10
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
June 12
Utah Summer Games Grand Opening Ceremonies Olympic-style grand opening ceremony with sports celebrities, Hall of Fame inductions, live entertainment, and a grand laser and fireworks show. For more information call 435-865-8421 or visit www.utahsummergames.org.
June 13-15
Paiute Restoration Gathering & POW-WOW 28th Anniversary celebration of the federal restoration of the Paiute Tribe. Held at Paiute Tribal Center in Cedar City. FREE. Contact Paiute Tribe 435-586-1112.
June 15
The Master Singers Father’s Day Concert Held at 7pm in the Heritage Center (105 N 100 East, Cedar City). Admission is FREE. For more information call 435-586-5136.
June 17
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
June 19 - August 30
The Tempest: Anatomy of a Production, Tuesday-Saturday Noon - 7pm in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery on the first floor of the Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center on the east end of the SUU campus. Admission is FREE, for more information call 435-586-5432.
June 19 - August 30
Utah Shakespearean Festival This Tony Award winning event (Best Regional Theater, 2000) offers matinee and evening performances, backstage tours, seminars and the free nightly Greenshow. Held in Cedar City. Plays featured this season in repertory are: The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Othello, Cyrano do Bergerac, The Taming of the Shrew, Fiddler on the Roof, and The School For Wives. Contact the Theater Box Office, 1-800-PLAYTIX or www.bard.org.
June 20-21
The Wendy Wood Memorial Rodeo / Utah Summer Games Grand Closing Ceremonies Held at the Cross Hollows Event Center. Tickets are available at IFA, Jolley's Ranch Wear & at the gate; $10 for Adults & $5 for 10 yrs and under. Event includes the Parade of Athletes, Cauldron Lighting, Fireworks, the best Cowboys and Cowgirls in the Nation, and much more. For more information call 435-865-8421 or visit www.utahsummergames.org.
June 21
Summer Solstice Held at the Parowan Gap Petroglyphs National Historic Site at 7:30pm featuring presentation of the ancient Native American solar calendar and observation of the summer solstice sunset. For more information call Nancy Dalton 435-477-3734.
June 23 - July 26
Iron Mission State Park Museum Special Art Exhibits. The exhibit will feature Jay Guymon Wildlife Photography from 9am to 5pm in the Iron Mission State Park Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City). For more information call 435-586-9290.
June 26 - 29
Groovefest American Music Festival Held at Cedar City Main Street Park (corner of 200 N & Main St), includes art, music, vendors and food. FREE. Contact 435-867-9800 or www.groovefestutah.com.
June 26 - August 30
Cedar City Art Committee 65th Annual Art Exhibit Tuesday-Saturday Noon - 7pm in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery on the first floor of the Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center on the east end of the SUU campus. Admission is FREE, for more information call 435-586-5432.
June 28
Iron Ranger Jr Rodeo Buckle Series held at 3pm in the Iron Ranger Arena (Cross Hollows Event Center) 11 N Cross Hollows Rd, Cedar City. Admission is $5. For more information call 435-586-9015.
June 28 (weather permitting)
Brian Head's Outdoor Adventure Season Opens. Enjoy outdoor adventure activities including ATV rides, horseback riding, hiking and over 200 miles of world class downhill mountain biking. Also enjoy daily nature walks & talks at nearby Cedar Breaks National Monument. For more information call 435-677-2035.
June 28
Brian Head Mountain Bike Park Volunteer Trail Day. For more information call 435-677-3101.
July 1
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
July 3 - 20
3rd Annual Cedar Breaks National Monument Wildflower Festival, Visitors can participate in guided hikes focusing on the flowers, how to identify them, and much more. For more information call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/cebr.
July 4
Brian Head Fire Department Annual Pancake Breakfast held at the Giant Steps Lodge (Brian Head) from 7am to 10:30am. Also enjoy the Red, White & Blue Concert and Fireworks Display held at Brian Head Town Park. FREE. For more information call 888-677-2810 or visit www.brianheadchamber.com.
July 4
4TH of July Parade and Fireman Games Held in Parowan at 10am. Also enjoy the first in the Summer Concert Series at the Main Street Gazebo 8pm to 10pm, Group TBA. For more information call 435-559-4505, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
July 4
Independence Day Celebrations A traditional July Fourth celebration Contact Cedar City at 435-463-5501 (Lions) and Paragonah at 435-411-8197. Admission is FREE.
July 4
3rd Annual car show, Freedom Run (5-K, 10-K or Family Walk), and activities all day in the Enoch City Park (Enoch Road & Jones Ln). For more information call 435-586-1119.
July 4 - 6
14TH Annual Brian Head Summer Arts & Crafts Festival. FREE Held at the Town Mall (Brian Head) from 9am to 6pm. For more information call Kristi at 435-990-1101.
July 5
Brian Head Town Bonfire & Smores Held at the Town Fire Station (Brian Head) at 8pm.
For more information call 888-677-2810 or visit www.brianheadchamber.com FREE.
July 8
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
July 9 - 12
26th Annual Utah Mid-Summer Renaissance Faire Held at Cedar City Main Street Park. FREE. Contact 435-586-3711, 435-586-6757 or www.umrf.net.
July 11
Parowan City Summer Concert Series Main Street Gazebo (Parowan) 8pm to 10pm. Groups TBA. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
July 12
July Jamboree Street Festival Cedar City’s Downtown Main Street comes alive with a spectacular car show, live entertainment & vendors. FREE. For more information call 435-586-7776.
July 12
Team Utah Disc Golf Tournament held in Brian Head. Registration is 9am-9:40am, Tee-of at 10am. Intermediate $10, Advanced $15, Open $25, cost includes two rounds of 18.
For more information call 435-677-3101.
July 14– August 9
The Neil Simon Festival Held at the Heritage Theater (105 N 100 East, Cedar City) Presenting three plays; two of Simon’s works, Fools & Brighton Beach Memoirs and I Do! I Do! book & lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt. For more information or tickets call 866-35-SIMON (7-4666) or www.simonfest.org.
July 15
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
July 18
Parowan City Summer Concert Series Main Street Gazebo (Parowan) 8pm to 10pm. Groups TBA. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org
July 18 – 19
11TH Annual Thunder on the Mountain Motorcycle Rally. Held in Brian Head events include a BBQ, Poker Run and Touring Ride. For more information call 702-595-5711 or visit www.brianheadchamber.com.
July 18 – 19
Duck Creek Chili Cook-off (Hwy U-14). Lots of food, craft booths, vendors and a live band both nights. For more information about the activities visit www.duckcreekdays.com or call 435-682-3330.
July 18 - August 29
Curtain Call Luncheons Held every Friday at a local restaurant in Cedar City (Lunch included). Get up close and personal with the actors of the Utah Shakespearean Festival. Purchase tickets at the Guild Courtesy Booth in the Utah Shakespearean Festival Auditorium. Contact 435-586-2300.
July 19
Iron Ranger Jr Rodeo Buckle Series held at 3pm in the Iron Ranger Arena (Cross Hollows Event Center) 11 N Cross Hollows Rd, Cedar City. Admission is $5. For more information call 435-586-9015.
July 21 – 26
British Youth Soccer Camp, for more information call the Parks and Recreation Office 435-865-9223.
July 24
24th of July Lions Family Rodeo held at the Iron County Fair Grounds Race Track at 11am to 2pm. For more information call Phyllis 435-477-8825.
July 24
Pioneer Days Celebration Enjoy parades and games to commemorate the arrival of the Mormon pioneers into Utah. Held in Cedar City 435-559-0605, Paragonah 435-477-8979 and Parowan 435-477-9022. FREE.
July 25
Parowan City Summer Concert Series Main Street Gazebo (Parowan) 8pm to 10pm. Groups TBA. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
July 25 - 26
Christmas in July Craft Faire Held at the King’s Pavilion next to the Randall Jones Theater in Cedar City from 10am-6pm. Contact 435-865-0912 or www.bard.org/About/guild.html.
July 29
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
August 1 – 2
Rocky Mountain Base Ball Tournament, for more information call Parks and Rec. Office 435-865-9223.
August 1 – 31
Iron Mission State Park Museum Special Art Exhibits. The exhibit will feature Fine art paintings by Linda King Newell from 9am to 5pm on the Iron Mission State Park Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City). For more information call 435-586-9290.
August 2
Parowan City Fly-In Pancake Breakfast held at the Parowan Airport at 8am. Come enjoy a wonderful breakfast at the airport and watch planes come in from all over. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
August 9
Mountain Music Jam Concerts will be from 12pm (noon) to 5 pm at the Giant Steps Lodge (Brian Head) FREE! For more information call 888-677-2810.
August 12
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
August 12
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
August 16 - 17
Fly'n Brian Downhill and Super D mountain bike race produced by Go-Ride. Registration information is at www.go-ride.com or call Brian Head Resort at 435-677-3101
August 16 - 17
Tour de Gap Staged Road part of the Iron County Fair. For more information call 435-477-8380 or visit www.ironcounty.net.
August 21 - 24
American Mountain Classic Held in Brian Head. The event will be America’s richest XC/Endurance Mountain Bike Stage race. Racers will travel 170 miles in four days and climb over 14,000+ feet through some of the most beautiful country found anywhere. The Elite Men , Elite Women and Elite Master's 40+ categories, along with amateur categories will be competing for over $20,000 in cash and prizes, as well as trying to stake their claim as the American Mountain Classic-Overall Champion. For more information call 435-677-3101 or visit www.americanmountainclassic.com/
August 22 - 24
Cedar Breaks National Monument 75th Anniversary Celebration Events include special guests and programs that highlight the Monument's history, magnificent scenery, natural resources and wildlife. Saturday will feature at 10am an informal wildlife program with the release of a rehabilitated raptor back into the wild from the Point Supreme Overlook at 12pm (noon).
For more information call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/cebr.
August 24 - September 1
Iron County Fair Held at the Iron County Fair Grounds in Parowan. Exhibits include horse races, equestrian events, rodeo, Mud Bog, Demolition Derby, carnival, exhibits, car show, live entertainment & Miss Iron County Fair pageant. Contact the Iron County Fair for daily schedule at 435-590-8185 or visit www.IronCountyFair.org.
August 22 - 24
Cedar Breaks National Monument 75th Anniversary Celebration Events include special guests and programs that highlight the Monument's history, magnificent scenery, natural resources and wildlife. Saturday will feature at 10am an informal wildlife program with the release of a rehabilitated raptor back into the wild from the Point Supreme Overlook at 12pm (noon).
For more information call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/cebr.
August 26
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
August 29 – September 1 & 5 - 7
Iron County Home Builders Parade of Homes Tour newly constructed homes built with the newest, innovative processes and materials available. Contact Iron County Home Builders Association at 435-865-1113 or www.ichba.org.
August 30
Labor Day Celebration: Cool Concert, held at the Giant Steps Lodge (Brian Head) from 12pm (noon) to 5pm. For more information call 888-677-2810. FREE.
August 31
Brian Head Town Bonfire & Smores Held at the Town Fire Station (Brian Head) at 8pm, FREE. For more information call 888-677-2810.
September 1
Labor Day Breakfast (90 S Main, Parowan) provided by the Lions Club, followed by the Iron County Fair Parade. For more information on the breakfast call Phyllis 435-477-8825.
September 4 - 6
Southwest Junior Livestock Show Held at the Cross Hollows Events Center. Contact the USU Extension Service at 435-586-8132.
September 4 - 6
Great American Stampede Western themed activities including a horse parade down Cedar City’s Main Street on Saturday, and professional rodeo action at the Cross Hollows Events Center. Contact 435-586-2424.
September 9
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
September 9
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
September 11 - November 1
In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Portraits Tuesday-Saturday Noon - 7pm in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery on the first floor of the Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center on the east end of the SUU campus. Admission is FREE, for more information call 435-586-5432.
September 12-14
Cedar City SkyFest Held at the Bicentennial Park (400 W Constitutional Ave, Cedar City) and featuring hot air balloons, kites, radio controlled air planes, balloon competitions, vendors, and food. Contact 435-867-5890 or www.cedarcityskyfest.com.
September 16
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
September 18
The Orchestra of Southern Utah: Talent Showcase Soloist Steve Downs, Jackie Jackson, Gary Player & Music Celebrating Leroy Anderson's Centennial held at 7:30pm in the Heritage Theatre (105 N 100 E, Cedar City). Admission Adults $10 - Students $5 *Children under the Age of Six (6) Not Admitted. Tickets can be purchased at the Heritage Theater Box Office. Call 435-865-2882 or toll free 1-866-882-3327.
September TBA
Fallfest Cedar City welcomes the students of Southern Utah University back to school with a giant street festival on Cedar City’s Main Street (between University Blvd & 200 N.) FREE. For more information call SUU Student Activities 435-586-7762.
September 19
Potato Peel & Potluck Social 6pm at the Navajo Lodge (Brian Head). Bring your own paring knife and Potluck to share. For more information call 888-677-2810.
September 19 – October 25
Utah Shakespearean Festival Fall Season Enjoy a great new season for this Tony award winning festival. Presenting three plays: Julius Caesar, Gaslight, and Moonlight and Magnolias. Held in the Randall Jones Theatre (300 W University Blvd). Contact the Festival Box Office at 1-800-PLAYTIX or www.bard.org.
September 20
Fall Equinox Observation Held at the Parowan Gap Petroglyphs National Historic Site at 5 pm. Presentation of the ancient Native American solar calendar and observation of the fall equinox sunset. For more information call Nancy Dalton 435-477-3734.
September 20 – October 8
Cedar Breaks Fall Events include guided walks, interpretive fieldtrips, Junior Ranger programs and scavenger hunts. Kick off the "Technicolor" fall display of colors with a special one night only (20th) showing of the 1940's Technicolor movie "Can't Help Singing;" which was filmed in part at Cedar Breaks. The popcorn is provided, just sit back and enjoy Deanna Durbin singing her way across the West. For more information call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/cebr.
September 20 - 21
Brian Head 16th Annual Oktoberfest Held at Navajo Lodge from noon-8pm on Sat. & noon-5pm on Sun. Enjoy authentic German food, beverages, music & fun. For more information call 888-677-2810 or www.BrianHeadUtah.com.
September 26 - 27
7th Annual Fall Arts Festival held from 11am to 7pm on the Randall Jones Theatre lawn (300 W University Blvd, Cedar City.) Featuring all styles of visual art, food booths, and entertainment throughout the day. Admission is Free to the public. For more information call 435-586-9290 or 435-867-9824.
September 27
SUU-FREE Day at Brian Head Resort For more information call 435-677-2035.
September 28
Last Day of the Brian Head Summer Adventure Season.
September 30
Cedar Barrel Racing Club (CBRC) held at 6pm at the Cross Hollows Event Center (1 mile west on 200 N/Hwy 56, Cedar City). Events including open 4D barrels, 2D poles, open goat tie, youth events and time only. Admission is Free to watch. For more information call Ty 435-590-7631.
October 3 - 4
Community Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale Held at the Presbyterian Church, 2279 N Wedgewood Ln (in Fiddler's Canyon) Cedar City from 8am-7pm. Crafts and Baked goods will also be for sale.
October TBA
SUU Music Departments 4th Annual Halloween Concert. For more information and tickets call 435-586-7878, 435-865-8800, or www.suu.edu/arts.
October 11
Parowan Fall Fest in the Park held 10am to 6pm in the City Park (Parowan). Featuring food, vendors, entertainment, costume parade, and a wonderful day in the fall leaves. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
October 11
New Harmony Apple Festival Vendors, food, games for the kids, climbing wall and lots of apples for sale. FREE. Held at the New Harmony Fire Department Park, 133 E. Center St. For more information call 435-586-9286.
October 14
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
October 24 - 25
Spook Alley Located at the Iron County fair building (Parowan). Come let the local people scare you. More information TBA. For more information call 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
October 24 - 25
Thunderbird Stampede-Rodeo, Held at the Cross Hollows Events Center (1 mile west of Cedar City on 200 N. /Hwy 56). Come enjoy Roping, Bull Riding, Goat Tying, & Barrel Racing. For more information call Shane Flanigan at 435-586-7700.
October 24 - 25
Cedar Livestock Heritage Festival Held at the Cross Hollow Events Center (West of Cedar City on Highway 56). Featuring a livestock parade, historic and modern sheep camps, wagons, horses, antique tractors, concerts, entertainment, a stock dog demonstration, vendors and a Dutch oven cook-off. For more information call the Extension Office 435-586-8132.
October 31
Haunted Hay Ride Held in Enoch beginning on 600 E at the maintenance building (Enoch) from 6pm – 9pm. Cost is a food donation.
October 31
Tricks, Trunks & Treats Cedar City’s four major auto dealerships come together with various family fun activities. FREE held at Bradshaw Chevy, Tri-State Motors, Parkway Motors and Lunt Motors located on Cedar City Main Street. Contact Sandy at Bradshaw Chevy for more information at 435-586-6595.
November 8
Cedar City Birthday Ball Held in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (SUU campus, 351 W University Blvd.) Live music by the Winn Seegmiller band, local floor show and refreshments. Admission is FREE. For more information call Mike Liebhardt 435-865-7289.
November 9
The Master Singers Veteran’s Day Concert Held at 7pm in the Heritage Center, 105 N 100 East, Cedar City. Admission is FREE. For more information call 435-586-5136.
November 10 - 15
Iron Mission Days. A celebration of Cedar City’s Birthday, featuring pioneer crafts, activities, special art exhibits, a guided historic walk, student activities and a Birthday Ball. Contact: 435-586-9290.
November 11
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
November TBA
Talon's Annual Craft Fair Canyon View High School Drill Team's Annual Craft Fair will be held Friday and Saturday at Canyon View High School, 166 W 1925 N Cedar City. Local crafters and vendors will be selling holiday gifts. Enjoy fun, food & entertainment.
November 15
Brian Head Resort Anticipated Opens for the Season (weather conditions permitting.) For more information call 435-677-2035 or www.BrianHead.com.
November 18
Taste of Home Recipe Contest Held at the Parowan Visitors Center, 73 N Main St, Parowan starting at 10am, a recipe contest where everyone is welcome to enter. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
November 27 - 29, December 4 - 6 & 11- 13
American Children's Christmas Festival features a Storybook Cavalcade, musical and dance productions, Christmas Village, Santaland, Festival of Trees and more. Held at the Cedar City Heritage Center, 105 N 100 East, Cedar City. For more information call 435-865-5107.
November 28 - 29
Parowan Christmas in the Country held at 10am at the Iron County Fair grounds (Parowan). Event includes bazaar, Santa parade, Christmas concerts, candle light parade, home tours, lighting ceremony and much more. For more information call 435-559-4504, 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.
November 29
Brian Head Town Bonfire & Smores held at the Town Fire Station (Brian Head), at 8pm FREE. For more information call 888-677-2810.
December 6-20
Utah Shakespearean Festival "A Christmas Carol On The Air". Held in the Randall L Jones Theatre in Cedar City. For more information call the Festival Box Office 435-586-7878.
December 9
Children's Story Time 12:30pm - 1pm at the Iron Mission State Park, 635 N. Main St. Cedar City. Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Cedar City, story time is now FREE. For more information call 435-586-9290.
December 21
The Master Singers Christmas Concert Held at 7pm in the Heritage Center, 105 N 100 East, Cedar City. Admission is FREE. For more information call 435-586-5136.
December 24
Christmas Eve Bonfire & Smores Held at the Town Fire Station (Brian Head), 8pm FREE. Santa will be there. For more information call 888-677-2810.
December 31
Fireworks & Torchlight Parade & Family New Years Party, Skiers gracefully glide down the slopes of Brian Head resort followed by a dazzling fireworks display & party. FREE. For more information call 435-677-2035 or visit www.brianhead.com.
December 31
Rockin' & a Rollin' New Years Eve Party Held in the Iron County Fair Ground Building (Parowan) from 7am-Midnight. Bring your skates & dance all night. This is a Family event with popcorn & root beer. $5 per person. For more information call 435-477-9022.