Kayenta Arts

First Fridays at Kayenta
2025-10-03 16:00 - 20:00 UTC | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
COMMUNITY
First Fridays at Kayenta
every First Friday / 5:00pm-8:00pm
FREE to attend!
Kayenta Art Village
We’re thrilled to welcome you to First Fridays at Kayenta, happening on the first Friday of every month, all year long! Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a pop-up boutique market in the Kayenta Art Village beginning at 5:00pm, with film screenings presented by DOCUTAH in the theater, and good vibes all around.

To view the current lineup, click HERE.
Photo courtesy of Donna Conversano / www.conversanophoto.com

DOCUTAH Presents: Pink Belt
2025-10-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
DOCUTAH PRESENTS
Pink Belt
Friday, October 3, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Aparna Rajawat, India’s sixteen-time women’s national champion in martial arts, attempts to break the Guinness World Record for most women trained in a self-defense lesson, bringing attention to the violence against women in India.
Part of DOCUTAH’s Best of Fest at Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Run Time: 78 minutes

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ART IN KAYENTA
2025-10-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
ART IN KAYENTA

A FREE Art Festival at Kayenta Art Village

October 10-12, 2025

10:00am-5:00pm daily

Every October, thousands of art enthusiasts and families make their way to the Kayenta Art Village for our annual three-day FREE art festival in Ivins, Utah. Not only do festival goers enjoy spectacular art, they are also treated to stunning desert vistas, culinary delights from festival vendors, a beer and wine garden, live music, and Kayenta’s own delicious Xetava Café and The Rusted Cactus.

Guests will have the opportunity to visit a collection of over 50 juried regional and national artists who specialize in sculpture, painting, jewelry, ceramics, wood, metal, and other media. “The quality of art and extent of creative expression at the Festival is extraordinary. Combined with the Art Village setting and backdrop of the Ivins red mountain, it is truly a special experience,” states Kayenta Arts Board Member, Rob Goodman.

The Art in Kayenta Festival hosts a silent auction featuring original work from the attending artists and offerings from local businesses. Festival guests will have the exclusive opportunity to bid on selected art pieces. Proceeds benefit the Center For the Arts at Kayenta and the performing arts in Southern Utah.
Live Music Schedule & Vendors List

Chautauqua: Living History!
2025-10-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-10-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
THEATER / HISTORY
Chautauqua: Living History!
Featuring Becky Stone as Harriet Tubman
and Marvin Jefferson as Martin Luther King Jr.
Saturday, October 18, 2025
2:00pm Matinee & 7:30pm Evening Performance
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Step into history as two of America’s most powerful voices come alive on stage. In this moving Chautauqua Living History performance, audiences will meet Harriet Tubman, portrayed by acclaimed storyteller and actress Becky Stone, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., brought to life by renowned historical interpreter Marvin Jefferson.
Harriet Tubman—courageous conductor of the Underground Railroad, abolitionist, and advocate for women’s rights—shares her remarkable journey from enslavement to becoming one of the most fearless leaders in American history. Dr. King—visionary pastor, civil rights leader, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate—speaks to the enduring struggle for justice, equality, and nonviolent change.
Together, their voices bridge two centuries of activism, sacrifice, and unwavering hope. Through first-person storytelling, historical context, and audience Q&A, this event invites us not just to learn about history, but to step into it—asking what freedom, justice, and leadership mean for us today.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, conversation, and living history.
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Sunday Night... Alright! with The Relics
2025-10-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Kayenta Outdoor Theater, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
Sunday, October 19, 2025
6:30PM – 8:30PM
Kayenta Art Village Outdoor Theater
Join us at the Kayenta Village Outdoor Theatre with The Relics! This favorite local band has been seen performing in breweries, lounges, festivals and corporate and private events— where they’ve learned a great deal about supporting their community while remaining old, fragile and highly desired. Like fine wine, they get better with age. Join your friends as we celebrate the new season’s warmer weather with music and dancing.
Doors open at 6:00PM and The Relics perform from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. Get ready for a fun night of music, dancing, and community!
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John Luther Adams: Crossing Open Ground
2025-10-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-10-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Snow Canyon Sate Park, Ivins, UT, United States
MUSIC / OUTDOORS
Join us for a breathtaking instrumental experience in Snow Canyon!
John Luther Adam’s: Crossing Open Ground
Saturday, October 25, 11am-12pm & 3pm-4pm | Arrival Times: 10:30am & 2:30pm
White Rocks Amphitheater—Snow Canyon State Park

Set in the stunning backdrop of Snow Canyon’s “White Rocks Amphitheater”, Crossing Open Ground is an outdoor work for winds, brass, and percussion where both the musicians and listening audience members are invited to follow their own journey through the physical and musical landscape—encouraging a sense of place and time experienced together.
Once they arrive at Snow Canyon State Park, audience members will hike the 0.4 miles to the performance site, then experience the powerful communion of live music and nature’s beauty. Throughout the performance, each performer and each listener is free to follow their own individual path through the physical and musical landscape.
Guided by music director Nadia Sirota, choreographer Dimitri Chamblas, and section leaders Doug Perkins (percussion), Laura Cocks (winds), C.J. Camerieri (brass), and Trever Hagen (brass), an ensemble of 36 local musicians in partnership with Utah Tech University, will perform this work by environmental composer John Luther Adams, “one of the most original musical thinkers of the new century” (The New Yorker)
Produced by Liquid Music, Crossing Open Ground is commissioned by the Aspen Music Festival and School, and The Barry Lopez Foundation for Art & Environment, and dedicated to Barry Lopez.

WHAT TO EXPECT

– This experience includes a 0.4 mile hike from White Rocks parking lot to the amphitheater. Starting at the trail head, the only way to reach the amphitheater is on-foot. Please arrive 30 minutes ahead of performance time to ensure timely arrival.
– Transportation by golf carts will be provided from the Gila trail parking lot to the White Rocks trailhead.
– Friends of Snow Canyon Trail Stewards will be stationed along the trail to assist and direct folks.
– Due to the location of this project, this is not a physically accessible performance. If you are unable to hike .4 miles to experience this project, please send a note to boxoffice@kayentaarts.com to reserve a space for an accessible performance held on campus at Utah Tech University earlier in the week.
– This event is designed to allow you space to walk throughout the environment during the performance. No chairs will be provided or permitted. There are plenty of natural bench areas to rest along the rock ledges built into the White Rocks Amphitheater.

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Kayenta Howl-O-Ween Open House
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
Kayenta Howl-O-Ween Open House
Thursday, October 30, 2025
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Walton Commons Courtyard / Kayenta Art Village
Join us for a tail-wagging good time at the Kayenta Howl-O-Ween Open House! We’re celebrating our furry friends and our wonderful neighbors with treats, fun, and festive cheer.
Stop by the Coffee Corner for special pup cups and seasonal drinks while mingling with fellow dog lovers. Show off your pooch’s personality in their best costume—there will be prizes for our most creative canine costumes!
And don’t forget to enter your dog to be our next Dog of the Month—your pup could be featured as the star of our community!
Bring your friends, your pups, and your Halloween spirit for an afternoon of fun, friendship, and furry festivities.
FREE TO ATTEND

First Fridays at Kayenta
2025-11-07 16:00 - 20:00 | Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
COMMUNITY
First Fridays at Kayenta
every First Friday / 5:00pm-8:00pm
FREE to attend!
Kayenta Art Village
Celebrate the creative spirit of Southern Utah every First Friday at Kayenta! This monthly event brings together art, music, community, and now—a curated boutique market from Southern Utah Market, featuring an exceptional selection of local art, crafts, and farmers market favorites. Shop handmade goods, meet regional artisans, and enjoy the vibrant energy that fills the Kayenta Arts Village.
Our ongoing partnership with DOCUTAH adds another layer of inspiration, presenting this year’s “Best of Fest” film series—a handpicked showcase of audience favorites and award-winning films from the Utah-based international film festival. It’s your chance to experience world-class storytelling right here in Kayenta.
Stroll the galleries, explore open studios, discover something new at the market, and end the evening with thought-provoking cinema under the stars.

To view the current lineup, click HERE.

DOCUTAH Presents: The Snake and the Whale
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
DOCUTAH PRESENTS
The Snake and the Whale
Friday, November 7, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Over the past fifty years, four federal dams impounding the Lower Snake River in Washington
State have been identified as the root cause for the demise of all of Idaho’s anadromous fish.
“The Snake and the Whale” reveals the corrupt deals behind the dams’ construction and the
subsequent campaigns to hide their role in this ongoing ecological disaster. Additionally, the
dams have profoundly impacted a group of Killer Whales off the coast of Washington, known as
the Southern Resident Orca, which rely on Snake River salmon as a primary food supply. These
majestic creatures are now atop the Endangered Species list.
Part of DOCUTAH’s Best of Fest at Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Run Time: 98 minutes

$10 TICKETS

Daniel Gaisford
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
MUSIC
Daniel Gaisford
Saturday, November 8, 7:30PM
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Internationally acclaimed cellist Daniel Gaisford brings his electrifying artistry to Kayenta for an evening that promises to move and inspire. Praised for his “formidable technique and formidable mind,” Gaisford is celebrated for performances that combine emotional depth with breathtaking virtuosity. His playing—described as “rich, piercing, and profoundly human”—has captivated audiences around the world, from New York to London.
With an extraordinary ability to draw a hundred colors from a single note, Gaisford transforms the cello into a voice of profound expression. His commanding presence and deep musical insight invite listeners into a world where every phrase tells a story.
He will be joined by celebrated local pianist Christian Bohnenstengel, whose refined artistry provides the perfect complement to Gaisford’s powerful interpretation. Together, they will present a program that showcases the drama, lyricism, and intimacy of the cello and piano repertoire.
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Kayenta 100: Part II - Community Building
2025-11-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades
Part II: Community, 1987-1996
Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 3:00PM
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
From raw land to real neighborhoods. This chapter explores how the early artists and residents of Kayenta worked together to establish infrastructure, community norms, and a shared identity—laying the foundations for what would become a deeply connected place to live, create, and gather.
The Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades
Celebrating a Vision. Honoring a Legacy. Inspiring the Future.
The Kayenta 100 Project is a living history initiative honoring the first five decades of the Kayenta community in southern Utah. From its bold beginnings in the 1970s to its emergence as a vibrant hub for culture, design, and desert living, this five-part series invites residents and visitors alike to reflect on the people, projects, and ideas that shaped Kayenta’s unique story. Through storytelling, archival media, open discussions, and interactive experiences, each chapter highlights a transformative era in Kayenta’s evolution.
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CENTER CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
The Center for the Arts will be closed November 27-30. We wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving weekend!

VOYAGER: Images of Jupiter from a New Perspective
2025-12-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
VOYAGER LECTURE SERIES

Images of Jupiter from a New Perspective: Science and Art

with Candice Koharcheck, Ph.D.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:30pm | Social Hour Begins at 6:30pm

The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Our Voyager Lecture Series returns with an evening that journeys to the edge of human exploration—Jupiter.

In 2016, NASA’s Juno spacecraft slipped into a polar orbit around the giant planet, carrying a remarkable instrument: JunoCam, a visible-light camera designed not just for scientists, but for all of us. From this unique vantage point, a new understanding of Jupiter’s swirling clouds and monumental storms is emerging—alongside a surprising collaboration between science and art.

In this talk, planetary scientist Dr. Candice Koharcheck will share how JunoCam invites the public into the real work of an imaging team. Members of the public process raw spacecraft images, transforming data into breathtaking portraits of Jupiter. The results are a striking blend of discovery and creativity

Candice Koharcheck has a Ph.D. in planetary science from UCLA. She began her career working at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory on the Voyager spacecraft operations. Throughout the decades since then she has worked on Cassini (Saturn orbiter), Mars Polar Lander, Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, and now Juno, in orbit around Jupiter.

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The Voyager Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Voyager Wealth Advisors and Cache Valley Bank.

First Fridays at Kayenta
2025-12-05 16:00 - 20:00 | Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
COMMUNITY
First Fridays at Kayenta
every First Friday / 4:00pm-8:00pm
FREE to attend!
Kayenta Art Village
Mark your calendar for First Fridays: Luminaria Nights on December 5. Stroll through the lantern-lit village enjoying live jazz and sipping hot cider. Check out the market, eat good food, and make your own luminaria to take home! Take the night to slow down and warm up. Celebrate art and community at Luminaria Nights!

Celebrate the creative spirit of Southern Utah every First Friday at Kayenta! This monthly event brings together art, music, community, and now—a curated boutique market from Southern Utah Market, featuring an exceptional selection of local art, crafts, and farmers market favorites. Shop handmade goods, meet regional artisans, and enjoy the vibrant energy that fills the Kayenta Arts Village.
Our ongoing partnership with DOCUTAH adds another layer of inspiration, presenting this year’s “Best of Fest” film series—a handpicked showcase of audience favorites and award-winning films from the Utah-based international film festival. It’s your chance to experience world-class storytelling right here in Kayenta.
Stroll the galleries, explore open studios, discover something new at the market, and end the evening with thought-provoking cinema under the stars.
To view the current lineup, click HERE.

DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Looking Up
2025-12-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
DOCUTAH PRESENTS
Looking Up
Friday, December 5, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Looking UP is the inspiring story of Eitan Armon, a young man facing encroaching blindness who takes on the challenge of climbing the world’s most epic granite wall. At age 20, while serving in the military, Eitan is diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a rare and incurable genetic disease that causes blindness. With time running out and only 5% of his central vision remaining, Eitan decides to challenge himself and ascend Yosemite’s daunting El Capitan. Looking Up documents Eitan’s journey and resilience, demonstrating the endless possibilities for those who approach life with positivity.
Part of DOCUTAH’s Best of Fest at Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Run Time: 71 minutes
$10 TICKETS

Cassia Streb / Sandstone Quartet - Between Home and Away
2025-12-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
MUSIC
Cassia Streb / Sandstone Quartet
Between Home and Away
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:30PM
Lorraine Boccardo Theater

“We are gathering in the spirit of a salon. Each of these composers transforms familiar materials into something newly alive. I invite you to join us—to listen, reflect, and rediscover what it means to be at home in music.”
— Cassia Streb

How do we find a sense of musical belonging—through the sounds of home, or the songs of faraway places? Between Home and Away explores this question through three masterworks for string quartet by Antonín Dvořák, Florence Price, and Amy Beach—each illuminating the dialogue between identity, influence, and imagination.
Dvořák’s beloved “American” Quartet (composed in 1893) captures the composer’s wonder at the musical landscape of the New World, weaving echoes of spirituals and Native American melodies into radiant chamber textures. Florence Price’s Five Folksongs in Counterpoint (1950) reclaims those same spiritual roots from within, transforming familiar tunes like Swing Low, Sweet Chariot into intricate, joyful counterpoint. And Amy Beach’s Quartet for Strings in One Movement (1929) turns outward once more, drawing inspiration from Inuit melodies to create a bold and luminous sound world.
Together, these works invite us to listen beyond borders—to hear how music bridges distance and how, through attentive listening, we come to understand one another.

Performance to be followed by a reception with the artists.

Performers
Felix Hernandez-Jones, violin
Adrienne Andisheh, violin
Cassia Streb, viola
Kevin Mills, cello
Curated by Cassia Streb
Los Angeles–based violist, composer, and curator Cassia Streb brings her spirit of exploration to Kayenta in this new chamber music series. Trained in the classical tradition and deeply inspired by the natural world, Streb’s curatorial approach bridges past and present, honoring tradition while seeking new ways to listen.

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TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW - Night 1!
2025-12-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
COMMUNITY
The Third Annual
TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW
Hosted by Christine France and John Yohman
Thursday-Saturday, December 11-13 at 7:30pm
Grand Finale: Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30pm
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
It’s time to crank the holiday dial all the way to EXTRA.
Our annual Twinkling Tinsel Talent Show gathers a merry band of singers, dancers, comedians, drag artists, and all-around show-offs for a night of festive fun. Expect campy classics, unexpected mash-ups, heartfelt moments, and at least one performance that makes you say, “…what exactly was that?”
What to expect:
– A sparkling variety lineup of local performers
– Holiday hits with a twist (and a twirl)
– Over-the-top costumes, glitter, and of course… tinsel
– Audience participation and plenty of photo ops
Dress in your most extra holiday look—ugly sweater, glamour elf, full-on snow queen, you name it. Come ready to cheer loudly, laugh hard, and leave humming a carol or two.
Purchase the Full Twinkling Tinsel Pass & Save 30% !
TWINKLING TINSEL FULL PASS NIGHT 1 TICKETS

NIGHT 2 TICKETS NIGHT 3 TICKETS GRAND FINALE TICKETS

TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW - Night 2!
2025-12-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
COMMUNITY
The Third Annual
TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW
Hosted by Christine France and John Yohman
Thursday-Saturday, December 11-13 at 7:30pm
Grand Finale: Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30pm
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
It’s time to crank the holiday dial all the way to EXTRA.
Our annual Twinkling Tinsel Talent Show gathers a merry band of singers, dancers, comedians, drag artists, and all-around show-offs for a night of festive fun. Expect campy classics, unexpected mash-ups, heartfelt moments, and at least one performance that makes you say, “…what exactly was that?”
What to expect:
– A sparkling variety lineup of local performers
– Holiday hits with a twist (and a twirl)
– Over-the-top costumes, glitter, and of course… tinsel
– Audience participation and plenty of photo ops
Dress in your most extra holiday look—ugly sweater, glamour elf, full-on snow queen, you name it. Come ready to cheer loudly, laugh hard, and leave humming a carol or two.
Purchase the Full Twinkling Tinsel Pass & Save 30% !
TWINKLING TINSEL FULL PASS NIGHT 2 TICKETS

NIGHT 1 TICKETS NIGHT 3 TICKETS GRAND FINALE TICKETS

TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW - Night 3!
2025-12-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
COMMUNITY
The Third Annual
TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW
Hosted by Christine France and John Yohman
Thursday-Saturday, December 11-13 at 7:30pm
Grand Finale: Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30pm
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
It’s time to crank the holiday dial all the way to EXTRA.
Our annual Twinkling Tinsel Talent Show gathers a merry band of singers, dancers, comedians, drag artists, and all-around show-offs for a night of festive fun. Expect campy classics, unexpected mash-ups, heartfelt moments, and at least one performance that makes you say, “…what exactly was that?”
What to expect:
– A sparkling variety lineup of local performers
– Holiday hits with a twist (and a twirl)
– Over-the-top costumes, glitter, and of course… tinsel
– Audience participation and plenty of photo ops
Dress in your most extra holiday look—ugly sweater, glamour elf, full-on snow queen, you name it. Come ready to cheer loudly, laugh hard, and leave humming a carol or two.
Purchase the Full Twinkling Tinsel Pass & Save 30% !
TWINKLING TINSEL FULL PASS NIGHT 3 TICKETS

NIGHT 1 TICKETS NIGHT 2 TICKETS GRAND FINALE TICKETS

TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW: Grand Finale!
2025-12-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
COMMUNITY
The Third Annual
TWINKLING TINSEL TALENT SHOW: GRAND FINALE!
Hosted by Christine France and John Yohman
Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30pm
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
It’s time to crank the holiday dial all the way to EXTRA. The Grand Finale is here!
Our annual Twinkling Tinsel Talent Show gathers a merry band of singers, dancers, comedians, performing artists, and all-around show-offs for a night of festive fun. Expect campy classics, unexpected mash-ups, heartfelt moments, and at least one performance that makes you say, “…what exactly was that?”
This week, our top nine acts perform in the Grand Finale on December 17 at 7:30pm, where finalists will compete for $1,500 in cash prizes—including a $1,000 Grand Prize and a $500 Audience Choice Award.
Dress in your most extra holiday look—ugly sweater, glamour elf, full-on snow queen, you name it. Come ready to cheer loudly, laugh hard, and leave humming a carol or two.
Come be part of the energy, the applause, and the holiday magic!

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FINALISTS
SHANGALU – Latin Music Live Looping
DANIEL STIRLAND – Dance to Smooth Criminal
LIV HARTER Singing – Please Take Away my Christmas Blues
DAN DAVIE – Acoustic Guitar Medley
TREY PATERSON – Singing Please Come Home for Christmas
ELEVATION JIVE KRISTMAS KOOKIES – Dancing to Stretchy Pants
DYLAN THOMAS GAVIN – Live Music Looping
ATTICUS CINCHED – Performing Atticus Cinched Stole Christmas
PRESLEE HEPPLER – Singing The Christmas Song

CENTER CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-25 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
The Center for the Arts will be closed on December 24 and 25 to allow our staff time to spend with family and friends. We wish you all a very merry holiday season!

First Fridays at Kayenta
2026-01-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
COMMUNITY
First Fridays at Kayenta
every First Friday / 4:00pm-8:00pm
FREE to attend!
Kayenta Art Village
Celebrate the creative spirit of Southern Utah every First Friday at Kayenta! This monthly event brings together art, music, community, and now—a curated boutique market from Southern Utah Market, featuring an exceptional selection of local art, crafts, and farmers market favorites. Shop handmade goods, meet regional artisans, and enjoy the vibrant energy that fills the Kayenta Arts Village.
Our ongoing partnership with DOCUTAH adds another layer of inspiration, presenting this year’s “Best of Fest” film series—a handpicked showcase of audience favorites and award-winning films from the Utah-based international film festival. It’s your chance to experience world-class storytelling right here in Kayenta.
Stroll the galleries, explore open studios, discover something new at the market, and end the evening with thought-provoking cinema under the stars.

To view the current lineup, click HERE.

DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Black Outside
2026-01-02 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
DOCUTAH PRESENTS
Black Outside
Friday, January 2, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
“That’s for White people.”
A phrase that infuriated Gary Wilkerson, Jr. as a young, Black kid asking to do outdoorsy things, like camping. He wasn’t old enough to understand that it was a warning, passed down from generations of Black Americans who weren’t permitted to explore the outdoors for fear of being killed.
To confront this inherited fear, Gary resolves to conquer the Pacific Crest Trail, a grueling 2,600 mile thru-hike from Mexico to Canada that takes six months to complete. With the guidance and support of his ride-or-die, Mary, Gary sets off on the adventure of a lifetime. But this treacherous journey is no easy feat – especially for a guy who’s never spent a night outside in his life. As he struggles to navigate the breathtaking wilderness and difficult terrain, we follow his profound path to self-discovery, forming unexpected bonds with fellow hikers and challenging the notion of what happens to Black people in the woods.

Part of DOCUTAH’s Best of Fest at Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Runtime: 79 Minutes
$10 TICKETS

Voyager Lecture Series: AI Made Simple
2026-01-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
VOYAGER LECTURE SERIES
AI Made Simple
with Scott Allen
Tuesday, January 13, 2025 at 7:30pm | Social Hour Begins at 6:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Our Voyager Lecture Series continues in 2026 with this season’s theme: Venturing Into the Unknown.
As artificial intelligence accelerates at an unprecedented pace, it’s reshaping possibilities in ways that once felt like science fiction.
In this dynamic and accessible presentation, speaker Scott Allen breaks down how modern AI truly works—cutting through the hype to reveal its real capabilities and surprising impact on creativity, communication, and daily life. Through compelling examples and live demonstrations, you’ll gain a clear, grounded understanding of this rapidly evolving technology.
Join us to discover why stepping into the uncharted world of AI isn’t just fascinating—it’s an exciting and empowering opportunity for us all.
—

Scott Allen is a Senior Learning Management Systems Administrator in the Information Technology Department at Utah Tech University and teaches courses for the Institute for Continued Learning (ICL). A longtime member of the Utah Tech community, Scott has spent more than 25 years working in instructional technology and higher-education. His recent teaching focuses on generative AI—helping adult learners understand and apply modern AI tools in practical, creative, and empowering ways. He is passionate about lifelong learning and enjoys helping people discover how emerging technologies can enrich everyday life.

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The Voyager Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Voyager Wealth Advisors and Cache Valley Bank.

St George Jazz All-Stars
2026-01-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
St George Jazz All-Stars

Jazz and the Familiar

Saturday, January 17, 2025, 7:30pm

Performance to be followed by a reception with the artists.

The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

What would a concert feel like if music from across decades, genres, and generations were all filtered through the creative spirit of jazz? The St. George Jazz All Stars are ready to find out.

This imaginative program explores iconic melodies from the worlds of classic songwriting, rock anthems, beloved TV and movie themes, timeless ballads, and even classical repertoire. Every selection is given new life through jazz interpretation and improvisation—turning familiar tunes into fresh discoveries.

It’s a jazz trip down memory lane, full of moments that will make you smile with recognition. You’ll know the music—and you’ll be singing along before the night is over.
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Musicians

Glenn Webb, vibraphone
Samantha Eagar, vocals
Tanner Dawson, tenor sax
Jared Nicholson, trumpet
Chad Roundy, guitar
Robert Matheson, bass
Jay Nygaard, drums
Rowena Webb, percussion

Glenn Webb is Artistic Director of the St George Jazz Festival and leads the Rebel Jazz Band. He leads the St George All-Stars performing originals and new standards. He is the President of St George Jazz. Webb was the Founding Chair of the Music Department at Utah Tech and currently serves as Associate Dean of the College of the Arts. He directs the Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band, and New Music Ensemble at Utah Tech University. Webb is the leading New Music percussionist in the Intermountain region. He is an endorsed artist for SABIAN cymbals. He is also the percussionist and Co-Artistic Director of Grand Circle New Music. Dr. Webb has music degrees from UNLV, University of Utah, and Weber State University. And, he is the house drummer/percussionist at Tuacahn performing for 2,000 patrons six shows a week.

Vocalist for the evening: Samantha Eagar Based in St. George, Samantha is a passionate singer known for her powerful, soulful voice and musicality. With a bachelors in music, Samantha works as a freelance musician and runs a mobile voice studio. She has had the pleasure of fronting her rock cover band Monsoon Season, playing with larger ensembles such as the Angel’s Landing Orchestra and the Red Rock Jazz Orchestra, and playing solo at many local events. Samantha looks forward to producing her own music and collaborating with other groups.

Kayenta 100 - Part III: Coffee & Culture, 1997-2006
2026-01-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades
Part III: Coffee & Culture, 1997-2006
Sunday, January 18, 2026 | 3:00PM
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
This era saw a blossoming of culture in Kayenta—with the opening of local gathering spaces like Xetava Gardens Café and the arrival of public art, music, and galleries. We revisit the emergence of Kayenta as not just a place to live, but a place to exchange ideas and celebrate creativity.

The Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades
Celebrating a Vision. Honoring a Legacy. Inspiring the Future.
The Kayenta 100 Project is a living history initiative honoring the first five decades of the Kayenta community in southern Utah. From its bold beginnings in the 1970s to its emergence as a vibrant hub for culture, design, and desert living, this five-part series invites residents and visitors alike to reflect on the people, projects, and ideas that shaped Kayenta’s unique story. Through storytelling, archival media, open discussions, and interactive experiences, each chapter highlights a transformative era in Kayenta’s evolution.

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We invite you to help us tell the story of our Kayenta community. Do you have old photos, home videos, newspaper clippings, or keepsakes connected to Kayenta? Or a personal story about your own experiences here? If you do, get in touch with Wil! You can email him at Wil@KayentaArts.com.
Another way you will be able to share your Kayenta Story is at each Kayenta 100 Event, where we will have a Story Booth set up! Your memories and materials bring our history to life.

The Kayenta 100 Project is generously sponsored by Kayenta Homes & Properties
