Special Event Calendar

Southern Utah has a rich heritage. Give a community or an individual a reason to celebrate and they will. Whether it's a national holiday, a group of like-minded people gathering to support a cause or simply a reason to enjoy the outdoors, you'll find people getting together to enjoy life. This is just a small sample of some of the most popular events to be found in the County.

Ongoing Event:

Downtown Thursday Night

Downtown Thursday Night a community celebration of arts & entertainment. The exciting themes presented new every month will keep you and your family well entertained. So bring the whole family for an evening of fun on Main Street and Ancestor Square. Open to all and free of charge. Join us downtown every Thursday night from six o’clock until ten o’clock. For more information call 435-635-5720.

JANUARY

Washington County Economic Summit
www.whatsupdownsouth.com

January 10, 2007 - 7:00 am to 2:30 pm at the Dixie Center
Find out what's really happening economically in Washington County and how it affects you and your business.

St. George Winter Bird Festival
435-673-0996
January 26-28, 2007
www.sgcity.org/birdfestival
Join us for the 4th Annual Winter Bird Festival at Tonaquint Nature Center and Park. See the wide variety of birds in the area. Birding is great year-round, but it is exceptional during winter when the real "snowbirds" arrive in Southern Utah. Presentations, Kid's Workshops, Displays, Field Trips, Guest Speaker, and a banquet. The festival is designed for beginning and experienced birders. Admission is free, banquet a fee event.

FEBRUARY

Dino Days
435-574-3466
www.sgcity.org/dinotrax

February 5th - 10th. Watch for the schedule of Edu-tainment events throughout the week of Dino Days. Exciting learning experiences and lots of fun are in store, culimating with many Saturday events for your enjoyment.

Parade of Homes
435-674-1400
February 16-25, 2007
www.paradehome.com

The Parade of Homes is held in mid February every year. Over 38,000 people come to view this spectacular showcase of homes which offer the latest in design. These homes vary in size and price and offer a wealth of ideas for building and decorating for everyone. Sponsored by Southern Utah Home Builders.

Dixie College Invitational Art Show
435-652-7500
One of the finest art shows in the west and is shown at the Graff Fine Arts Center on the Dixie State College campus. Art from artists from the western states are invited to showcase their art. Admission is free.

APRIL

Annual St George Art Festival
435-634-5850
http://www.sgcity.org/artfestival

April 6th & 7th. This event known as the "Friendliest Festival in the West" is held the Friday and Saturday of Easter Weekend and hosts a wonderful variety of art and artists from all over the west. You'll find food, entertainment and special children's fun. This street show is held on Main Street between St George Blvd and Tabernacle. Presented by the St George City Leisure Services.

Hurricane Easter Car Show
Easter weekend

Held at the Hurricane High School campus this show features over 350 cars on display and includes all models, makes and years of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Sponsored by the Hurricane Valley Rotary Club, about 7,000 enjoy the show each year.

JUNE

St George Area Chamber Business Expo
435-628-1658
www.stgeorgechamber.com

The largest business event in Southern Utah with more than 100 area businesses showcasing products and services conveniently under one roof at the Dixie Convention Center. Featured businesses are those who sell, distribute or manufacture any type of product or service. The Business Expo will be held June 27th & 28th and is open to the public, 18 and older.

Tuacahn Summer Season Begins June 13th
435-652-3300
1-800-746-9882
www.tuacahn.org

2007 Summer shows - June 13 - Oct 19th
Cinderella - Musical based on Rodgers and Hammersteins' Cinderella - Mon, Wed & Friday
My Fair Lady - Adapted from Pygmalion, a play by George Bernard Shaw - Tues, Thurs. & Sat
42nd Street - Musical based on the novel b Bradford Ropes - Aug 30 - Oct 20, 2007 only

JULY

Tuacahn Summer Season continues...
435-652-3300 1-800-746-9882
www.tuacahn.org

2007 Summer shows - June 13 - Oct 19th
Cinderella - Musical based on Rodgers and Hammersteins' Cinderella - Mon, Wed & Friday
My Fair Lady - Adapted from Pygmalion, a play by George Bernard Shaw - Tues, Thurs. & Sat
42nd Street - Musical based on the novel b Bradford Ropes - Aug 30 - Oct 20, 2007 only

AUGUST

Washington County Fair
435-652-5899
www.washcofair.net

Annually held around the first week in August at the state-of-the-art Washington County Fair Park in Hurricane. This family fun event features carnival rides, games, festive food, entertainment, award-winning crops and livestock exhibits.

Tuacahn Summer Season Continues
435-652-3300
1-800-746-9882
www.tuacahn.org

2007 Summer shows - June 13 - Oct 19th
Cinderella - Musical based on Rodgers and Hammersteins' Cinderella - Mon, Wed & Friday
My Fair Lady - Adapted from Pygmalion, a play by George Bernard Shaw - Tues, Thurs. & Sat
42nd Street - Musical based on the novel b Bradford Ropes - Aug 30 - Oct 20, 2007 only

Enterprise Corn Festival
435-878-2221
The Enterprise area is noted for its productive farms and gardens. Excellent corn is grown both commercially and privately in this area, and the people take pride in their crop. When it's time to harvest, they celebrate at the end of August in the town square with a weekend selling fresh, succulent corn on the cob, playing games selling crafts, exhibiting quilts and plain old fashioned fun.

SEPTEMBER

Dixie Lions Round-up - Mid September
435-632-2145
Join the Lions Club for the annual rodeo celebration at the Sun Bowl in St George. Approved by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy's Association, this wild weekend extravaganza is held the second weekend in September. Great entertainment for all.

Tuacahn Summer Season continues
435-652-3300 1-800-746-9882
www.tuacahn.org

2007 Summer shows - June 13 - Oct 19th
Cinderella - Musical based on Rodgers and Hammersteins' Cinderella - Mon, Wed & Friday
My Fair Lady - Adapted from Pygmalion, a play by George Bernard Shaw - Tues, Thurs. & Sat
42nd Street - Musical based on the novel b Bradford Ropes - Aug 30 - Oct 20, 2007 only

Santa Clara Swiss Days
435-673-6712
On the last Friday and Saturday in September, the small town of Santa Clara celebrates its Swiss heritage - based on early pioneers that settled the town in 1861. The event offers an array of events including historical displays, a fun run, craft and food booths, kids games, entertainment, fireworks and much more.
http://www.santaclaracityutah.com

OCTOBER

St George Marathon
435-634-5850
www.stgeorgemarathon.com

More than 4,000 runners come from all over the world to participate in the 15th largest marathon in the US. It begins in the majestic Pine Valley Mountains and descends nearly 2,600 feet through scenic sandstone cliffs and ancient lava flows to the center of St George City. Runner's World lists it as one of the "10 Most Scenic and Fastest Marathons."

Huntsman Senior Games
800-562-1268
435-674-0550

A world-class, international senior athletic event, the HUNTSMAN WORLD SENIOR GAMES offers 22 sports for men and women ages 50 and better. All skill levels of competition are available, and no pre-qualification is necessary.

A very popular competition for thousands of athletes 50 and better from all over the world, which promote worldwide peace, health, friendship and fun. Offering 26 sports, healthy lifestyle seminars, 9 critical health tests, socials and spectacular ceremonies.

Cycling, softball, swimming, tennis, bowling, racquetball, track & field, basketball, golf, horseshoes, table tennis, duathlon (cycling & running), basketball free-tree and 3-point shoot, soccer, volleyball and road racing events are all included in the sporting competitions. Call for applications.

Zion Art & Flute Festival
http://www.zioncanyonartandflutefestival.com
The Zion Canyon Flute Circle, the town of Springdale and Z-Arts, presents the annual Zion Canyon Art & Flute Festival about mid-October every year. Art enthusiast and friends of the Native American Flute gather together in Springdale, UT, to browse art and flute vendor booths, to listen and play Native american flute music, attend workshops, learn from each other and share their art, music and passion with each other.

NOVEMBER

Jubilee of Trees
435-251-2480
www.jubileeoftrees.org

Experience the extraordinary! Tour a magical wonderland of hundreds of custom-designed and beautifully-decorated Christmas trees, holiday wreaths and collectibles created and donated by area organizations, businesses and families. Special features include a teddy bear picnic, fashion show, western concert, gala auction and more. Proceeds benefit the charitable purpose of Dixie Regional Medical Center. A benefit for the community hospital and children. Dixie Convention Center

DECEMBER

Dickens' Christmas Festival
435-652-9020

Step back in time! The sights and sounds of 19th Century London come alive at the Spectrum's Dickens' Christmas Festival in the Dixie Center. The Festival is not just another craft show, but a unique and unusual entertainment and shopping experience. Guests wind through narrow village streets as they shop for their gifts and rub shoulders with a cast of Dickens' characters such as Tiny Tim, Scrooge, Oliver, and even Queen Victoria. Old English shops, hundreds of period costumes, fortune tellers, orphans, royalty, and the "real" Father Christmas all combine to offer our guests a Christmas experience like no other! The Festival is known for its unique gifts and quality merchandise.

Dixie Rotary Bowl
435-688-9282

This is one of the top-rated Junior College football games in America. The St George Rotary Club sponsors this event and invites the two best junior college teams available to play head-to-head in the Hansen Stadium the first Saturday in December. Bowl festivities include a golf tournament, banquet with a speaker from the sporting world, marching band competitions and a parade.

Tuachan’s Festival of Lights & Live Nativity
435-652-3200
www.tuacahn.org

Thousands of twinkling lights greet you as you approach the parking lot of the Tuachan Amphitheater. This annual event takes place every evening except Sunday from Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day at the Tuachan Center for the Arts in Ivins. The show features a touching, live nativity scene and re-enactment of the birth of Jesus. The scene and the show definitely inspires you in the true spirit of Christmas.

First Night
435-634-5942

Main Street, St. George City’s New Year’s Eve Celebration. The best in in family-friendly fun and entertainment. Non-alcoholic, community celebration which includes street mimes and clowns, games for children, swing music, hip hop tunes and more filling the streets with festive music. Great food can be found at the food booths. Spectacular fireworks welcome in the new year in great style.

Many organizations come together to offer the best in family-friendly fun and entertainment as the St. George community takes to the streets for First Night along Main Street, St. George City's New Year's Eve celebration.

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