Festival City Farmers Market
A free Saturday market in historic downtown Cedar City at 100 W Center St, continuing through Dec. 19, 2026.
Southern Utah Events
Festivals, concerts, theater, and regional events
Southern Utah Events
Featured events
Utah Summer Games
Utah Summer Games is an upcoming race in Cedar City on Mar 20.
Bryce Canyon Full Moon Hikes
Ranger-led full moon hikes at Bryce Canyon with Recreation.gov reservations and moonlit 1-2 mile routes.
Disney's Finding Nemo
Disney & Pixar's Finding Nemo is Tuacahn's 70-minute family musical at the outdoor amphitheatre, running May 1-Oct. 24, 2026.
Les Miserables
Les Miserables runs May 15-Oct. 23, 2026 at Tuacahn's outdoor amphitheatre.
Duck Creek Farmer's Market
Recurring Saturday market in Duck Creek Village running from May 23 through September 5, 2026, with local produce, baked goods, honey, crafts, and other vendors.
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2026 Electric Film Series
Free third-Tuesday film screenings at The Electric Theater in St. George continue through Dec. 15, 2026.
Kanab Farmers Market
A Wednesday evening market in Kanab from 5 to 8 p.m. with local produce, baked goods, flowers, and handmade goods.
Kanab Downtown Farmers Market
A Saturday market at the Kanab Center with live music, local food, growers, and maker booths.
Bryce Canyon Country Rodeo
Ruby's Inn hosts Bryce Canyon Country Rodeo nights Wednesday through Saturday from May 23 through August 22, 2026.
Orderville Farmer's Market
Recurring Monday evening market in Orderville from June through late September 2026 at the Orderville State Bank grounds.
Boulder Presents Music in the Park
Boulder Presents Music in the Park brings live bands to Boulder, Utah on select 2026 dates from June through September.
Movie on the Kanab Center Mall
A free summer movie series in Kanab with most showings on the Kanab Center Mall front lawn.
Utah Shakespeare Festival
The Utah Shakespeare Festival's 2026 season starts June 18 and runs into October.
Final Friday Art Walk
Monthly downtown Cedar City art walk on final Fridays from June through September, with artists, music, and galleries near Center Street and SUMA.
Grease
Grease runs Jul. 10-Oct. 22, 2026 at Tuacahn's outdoor amphitheatre.
SimonFest
SimonFest returns to Heritage Center Theater in Cedar City from July 10 through August 8, 2026.
Escape the Heat Music Series
Brian Head Resort summer music series opens July 11, 2026 with cool-mountain concerts and continues on select August weekends.
Utah Midsummer Renaissance Faire
Utah Midsummer Renaissance Faire brings a multi-day Renaissance festival to Cedar City beginning July 15, 2026.
Bryce Canyon Rock and Gem Show
An inaugural Ruby's Inn rock and gem show with free admission and indoor/outdoor vendor spaces during Bryce Canyon Geology Festival week.
Panguitch Invitational Rodeo
Panguitch's three-day Invitational Rodeo at Triple C Arena with spectator tickets and contestant registration.
Total Archery Challenge Brian Head
A four-day 3D archery event at Brian Head Mountain Resort with courses, check-in, and resort-based logistics.
Bryce Canyon Geology Festival
Ruby's Inn's Bryce Canyon Geology Festival runs July 17-18, 2026 and pairs with the park's geology programming.
Public Star Party at Kanab Center
A free public star party at Kanab Center with telescopes and guided viewing on July 17, 2026.
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Pair the event with the right stay
Stay in Duck Creek when you want a cooler mountain base between Cedar City, Bryce country, and the parks. Compare our rooms, cabins, and current offers before you book the weekend.
Check the drive that day
Weather, dark drives, and shoulder season can change plans at elevation. Use road conditions and live cams before you head out.
May 2026
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We list active upcoming events and link guests to the official travel resources that affect event days. Check the sources below when weather, road conditions, or park access could change your plans.
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