Only 2 1/2 hours north of Las Vegas and 3 1/2 hours south of Salt Lake City on Interstate 15, one will discover a unique small city complete with world-renowned theatricals, astounding beauty, and unbelievable outdoor recreation.

Because of its business friendly environment, Cedar City is home to several national industrial and manufacturing businesses. From major corporations to solitary enterprise, businesses large and small have found success in Cedar's economy.

A community surrounded by Utah National Parks, Cedar City offers visitors, friends and residents the opportunity to experience a wealth of variety. One can enjoy the Tony Award Winning Utah Shakespearean Festival in the summer and fall, or ride the fresh powder of Brian Head Ski Resort during the winter months.

Enjoy golfing along the red sand stone hills at the Cedar Ridge Golf Course, join the family of athletes that participate in the Utah Summer Games, or visit one of the many attractions in Scenic Southern Utah. For the outdoor enthusiast, whether it's rock climbing, mountain biking, or snowboarding, the opportunities are endless.

Cedar City is home to Southern Utah University, a state university with nearly 6,000 students, which serves as an important center for advanced learning and public service. The University hosts numerous plays, lectures, operas and musicals, as well as NCAA Division I athletic events.

Founded in 1851, Cedar City is a very energetic and cultured city that values education and progress. As Festival City USA, Cedar City hosts year-round festivals including the American Children's Christmas Festival, the Canyon Country Western Arts Festival, the Festival Royale, the Utah Neil Simon Festival, the Thunderbird Film Festival and the July Jamboree and classic car show, just to mention a few. The new Heritage Center presents an assortment of plays, symphonies, ballets, art shows and multitude of cultural events and entertainment.

Cedar City invites visitors, friends and residents to savor all that is offered. Whether you are biking the trails at Cedar Breaks, skiing the mountain powder, golfing along the red sand stone hills or participating in the Utah Summer Games, the four seasons of fun are breathtaking.

Brian Vaughn (left) as the Pirate King and Fred C. Adams as Major-General Stanley. (Copyright 2001 Utah Shakespearean Festival. Photo by Karl Hugh.

Cedar City's historic Rock Church was built in 1930 by volunteers with local materials.  It has always been a part of the community.

Zion's Kolob Canyon.  The ten minute drive to the top of the canyon features the beauty of the towering red cliffs.  From the top of the scenic drive, you can sit and enjoy the view.

Bordering Arizona and Utah, the canyons and waterways of Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas are fun for the whole family. Vacations feature house boating, fishing, water sports & boat rentals.

Cedar Breaks National is a huge natural amphitheater has been eroded out of the variegated Pink Cliffs (Claron Formation), located just minutes from downtown Cedar City

Southern Utah's Brian Head offers everything you're looking for, whether it's summer sports or winter skiing.

Source:  Official Cedar City Web Site - www.cedarcity.org