This Weekend: Dec 20-23

Happening This Weekend

December 20-23, 2012

St. George Mom & Family at Tuacahn

Christmas in the Canyon held every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday through December 22^nd from 6:30-9pm at Tuacahn Amphitheatre in Ivins, Utah. Free to see the lights and visit Santa Claus. The Live Nativity plays at 7pm & 8pm and is $2 a person. The Old Salty Train Ride and the Holiday Hay Ride are also $2 a person. Map & Driving Directions

Christmas Music Festival for Dixie Care and Share December 22, 2012 from 11am – 8pm. This is a Christmas music festival for charity and ticket price is only one can of food per person. Of course extras are gladly accepted. All food donated will go to the Dixie Care and Share shelter. The event is located at 301 North 2200 East in St. George, Utah.

Lineup includes: Quite the Titan, Chuck Emery, Alison Wagner, Kyna Hafen, The Message, Foxtale, Wirelefant, Dirty Mike & the Boys Jazz Combo, Colton Campbell, Kyle Owens, and more.  If you are interested in joining the lineup e-mail: quietthetitan@gmail.com. Christmas music is recommended, but not required.

Christmas Light Show throughout December every day from 7-9pm. Located at 445 W. Heritage Drive in St. George, Utah. The main event will be held December 22, 2012. The main event is presented by Kuhn’s Home Repair and Air and will include Santa Claus, hot chocolate, hot dogs, lasers, bubbles, synchronized music, Planet 94.1FM and more. This is a free event, but any donations made will go to B.A.C.A. (Bikers Against Child Abuse).

12/21/12 End of the World Party For ages 16+ at the Dance Factory. The Mayan Calendar predicts the end of the world, so why not go out in style. Friday, December 21, 2012 be at the Dance Factory, 25 North 300 West in Washington, Utah at 9pm – Midnight. This event is for ages 16+ and is $5 a person. Free glow things and giveaways! DJ03L, DJ Fayze, and DJ Lex will be there.

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This Weekend in Southern Utah

December 14-16, 2012

Christmas at the St. George Recreation Center Saturday, December 15, 2012 from 6-9pm. Ring in the holidays with games, crafts, goodies, and a visit from the Big Guy. Decorate and bring a personal sleigh for a snowed in movie. The cost is general admission or a member pass. Located at 400 E. 285 S. in St. George, UT. Call 435-627-4560 for more info.

The Living Nativity presented by the Fine Arts of Hurricane City. This is the 3rd annual theatrical version of the “Living Nativity” Featuring the Hurricane Community Choir December 15th at 6:30pm and 8pm. The Hurricane Community Choir will be singing traditional and not so traditional favorites at 7pm. Held at the Hurricane Community Center. www.cityofhurricane.com

 

Christmas Light Show throughout December every day from 7-9pm. Located at 445 W. Heritage Drive in St. George, UT. The Main Event will be held December 22, 2012. The main event is presented by Kuhn’s Home Repair and Air and will include Santa Claus, hot chocolate, hot dogs, lasers, bubbles, synchronized music, Planet 94.1FM and more. This is a free event, but any donations made will go to B.A.C.A. (Bikers Against Child Abuse).

St. George Mom & Family at Tuacahn

Christmas in the Canyon held every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday through December 22^nd from 6:30-9pm at Tuacahn Amphitheatre in Ivins, Utah. Free to see the lights and visit Santa. The Live Nativity plays at 7pm & 8pm and is $2 a person. The Old Salty Train Ride and the Holiday Hay Ride are also $2 a person. Map & Driving Directions

Staheli Family Farm Live Nativity December 15, 17, 18, & 19th at 7pm (Santa will be there Saturday, Dec 15th at 11am too!). Bring a can of food to donate to those in need in our community. Located at 3400 S. Washington Fields Rd. in Washington, Utah. Follow the farm on Facebook and check out: www.stahelifamilyfarm.com

Santa at Boulevard Home Furnishings Saturday, December 15 from Noon - 4pm. Visit the BLVD and have a free picture taken with Santa. There will also be free cookies and punch while supplies last. We love our Serta iComfort mattress purchased there! Located at 390 N. Mall Drive in St. George, Utah. Also visit their website and enter to win a Frigidaire Top Load Washer & Dryer www.boulevardhomefurnishings.com

Weekend Events

Here is What's Happening This Weekend

in Southern Utah

 

November 29-December 1, 2012

Public Safety Event Thursday, November 29th at 4pm. Watch the Fire and Police departments at the West Ridge Complex (formerly the old airport) test out the latest in public safety equipment. Fun and educational for the kids. Enter in the gate across from Rocco's. Free event! Follow City of St. George on Facebook.


St. George Mom & Family at Christmas in Tuacahn

Christmas in the Canyon Held at Tuacahn Amphitheater in Ivins, UT every Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings through December 22nd from 6:30-9pm. See the lights and visit Santa for free. The Live Nativity plays at 7 & 8pm each night and is $2 a person or $15 a family. You can also take a ride on the Old Salty Train Ride or the Holiday Hay Ride for the same price. www.tuacahn.com

Winterfest in La Verkin December 1, 2012 The event starts off with a 5K and a free Frosty Fun Run. Afterwards you can watch the winter Wonderland Light Parade with local marching bands, school, businesses, and families. There is a Snowflake Pageant, a rock climbing wall, and a Winterfest Program. The evening ends with the classic Frosty the Snowman film and fireworks. Details at www.laverkin.org

Hurricane Valley Christmas Tree Festival November 29-December 1st: Thursday 5-9pm - Friday 2-9pm - Saturday 8am-6pm. This Festival is a free event! Breakfast with Santa is Saturday morning. Sign up for the Santa Stampede 5K held Saturday morning at 9am. Only $15. Registrations information at: Santa Stampede 5K. Event takes place in the Fine Arts Building at the Community Center, 63 S. 100 W. in Hurricane, UT. Check out my previous post for details.

Photo by Yellowpix. Used with permission of the Dickens Festival

Dickens Festival November 28 - December 1st from 11am-9pm at the Dixie Convention Center. Check out my previous post for details.

Run Run Reindeer 10K, 5K, 1Mile Fun December 1, 2012: Run in beautiful Ivins, UT and support Toys for Tots. Race Santa to the finish line. Cost $10-$35 with toy donation. Registration and details at www.runrunreindeer.com

Christmas on Town Square December 1, 3, 4, and 5th from 6-7pm. Held at the St. George Town Square park, Main Street and 100 S. in St. George, UT. See lights, Santa, choirs, bands, and dance groups. Fun and free family event. Check out my previous post for details. Follow the City of St. George on Facebook.

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Here is what is happening around St. George, UT!

 

The 3^rd Annual Zion Joy to the World in Springdale, UT starts November 23, 2012 with the 23^rd Annual Z-Arts and Craft Fair November 23-24, 2012. Located at the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd in Springdale from 10am-5pm. November 24^th is the Community Tree Lighting at 7pm. Activities continue through December 31st, so check out: www.zionjoy.com

 

Santa’s Workshop Holiday Craft Fair is November 23-24, 2012 from 10am – 6pm. Located at the Dixie Center, 1835 Convention Center Drive, St. George, UT. It boasts to be the largest gift and craft show in southern Utah and it is FREE to the public! www.santasgiftshow.com

St. George Mom & Family at Christmas in Tuacahn

Christmas in the Canyon begins November 23, 2012 and runs every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday evening until December 22nd from 6:30-9pm. Located at Tuacahn in Leeds, UT. You can enjoy holiday performances, visit Santa, Toast a marshmallow, or view the holiday lights for FREE! For a small fee you can watch the Live Nativity, ride the Old Salty Train, or take your family on the Holiday Hay Ride. Venue & Directions for Tuacahn Ampitheatre: Map & Driving Directions

St. George Mom & Family at Washington City Tree Lighting

Christmas in Dixie is November 26, 2012. This is Washington City’s Annual Tree Lighting at Nisson Park at 6pm. We attend every year and enjoy hot chocolate, treats, performances by local school choirs. To top it off, Santa Clause visits. It has become one of our family traditions.