The Skies Ignite: Warbirds, Skydivers, and Smoke-Filled Maneuvers
The Colorado City Airshow returns on September 12, 2026, featuring free admission, skydiving flag jumps, and thrilling aerobatic performances by the Vanguard Squadron and world-class pilots.
The Birth of a Play: Witnessing the Creative Spark in the...
The fourth annual Kayenta New Play Lab brings six local and national playwrights to Ivins this August for ten-day residencies, public staged readings, and the chance for one play to be selected for the next theatrical season.
Shop Local and Enjoy Mountain Air at the Duck Creek Outdoor...
The Duck Creek Outdoor Market runs from 10 AM to 2 PM every Saturday.
The Utah Wine Festival: Uncorking Speakeasies and Farm-Fresh Feasts in Cedar...
The Utah Wine Festival returns to Cedar City from September 4–6, 2026, featuring intimate workshops, speakeasy vibes, and gourmet dinners celebrating the state's best winemakers and chefs.
Final Fridays and Studio Tours: A Summer of Art at Cedar...
Kolob Gallery in Cedar City continues its summer season with the Final Friday Art Walk, the Iron County Artist Studio Tour, and a new exhibition featuring guest artist Julie Rogers.
Dixie Technical College Expands Skilled Trades with $1 Million Grant
Dixie Technical College receives a $1 million grant from the Lowe’s Foundation to expand construction, plumbing, and HVACR training to meet the growing demands of Southern Utah.
Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide – August 6, 2026
This week’s Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide features comedian Andy Beningo, 'Come From Away', Escape the Heat Music Series, comedy shows, theater productions, art, markets, local live music, and more.
Lion’s Mouth Cave Trail in the Dixie National Forest
This family friendly short hike is worth the effort. We spent less than an hour hiking about one mile for this exploration. If you enjoy musing about the meanings of ancient rock paintings in a national forest, give Lion’s Mouth Cave Trail a try.
Canyon Overlook Trail Still Delivers One of Zion’s Biggest Payoffs Per Step
Canyon Overlook Trail remains one of Zion National Park’s best short hikes, offering sweeping canyon views, sandstone formations, and an easy-to-moderate adventure just east of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel.
Quail Creek Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
This hike is a bit unusual for the southwest desert, much of it is hiking through a shaded riparian area of cottonwoods and willows alongside Quail Creek. It also features magnificent views of the red sandstone mountains and cliffs to the north and west.
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Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide – August 6, 2026
This week’s Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide features comedian Andy Beningo, 'Come From Away', Escape the Heat Music Series, comedy shows, theater productions, art, markets, local live music, and more.
Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide – July 30, 2026
This week’s Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide features 'The Cottage', HOME FREE, Circle the Wagons, comedy shows, theater productions, art, markets, local live music, and more.
Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide
The Independent’s Southern Utah Adoptable Pet Guide features pet adoption options from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Adopt a pet today!
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