Concerts On The Water
A FLOATING CONCERT? A band called "Paddle Out Band"???
ABSOLUTELY!
This will be the highlight of your summer! Picture floating out on the water at Quail Lake with other paddlers and boaters in a huge wakeless zone, all while the band plays from a pontoon boat in “Concert Cove”. You can bring a chair or blanket with you to the cove shoreline, or just float on the lake and enjoy the music from the water.
It’s only $15 for your wristband and a cold, non-alcoholic beverage. You can bring your own gear or rent from us at DIG Paddlesports. If you’re renting gear to attend the show, rentals are discounted with concert ticket purchase at just $10/person for Concerts on the Water. You can generally use the gear for three hours for less than half the regular price. If you are a Dig Paddle Club Member, you get a discount on the concert and your gear rental is free.
Family-friendly; kids and dogs are welcome. Alcohol consumption laws apply. Recreational marijuana use is not legal in Utah.
Who is performing?
July 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm: Paddle Out Band. See a clip from last year's concert here.
• Winner of "Most Appropriately-named Band in Dig Paddlesports' Concert on the Water History"
• Come and orders some Smokin' Sasquatch Pizza before you hit the water!
Carpool with your pals, if you can. Check in for wristbands any time on Saturday, and pick up your rental gear as early as 5pm. Concert is scheduled in the cove from 6-8pm. Some attendees have used the DMV parking lot on the south side of State Street, just two miles from the park gate. There may also be parking available near the county fairgrounds. There is also nearby overflow parking at the DNR building parking lot at the south end of the lake, right by the concrete dam. Park your cars, and have your buddy pick you up for that last mile or so.
In-park parking: Also, after 9pm the gates beyond our shop are closed and locked. You can get out of the park from either side, and the bathrooms are always accessible. Just don't expect to be able to drive your car from the DIG side of the gate to the boat ramp after 9. If that's important to you, just park on the north side of the gates.
If you need to paddle back to shore before 9pm to move your car, do it. Cars are not permitted on the beach at Quail Creek, with rare exception, per Water Conservancy District regulations. Again, plan accordingly.
A few hacks: Arrive early. Plan to be out of the park by 10pm with your day-use fee. If you want to stay after 10pm, you must have a "night fishing" pass, available from the park entrance booth.
VISITING FROM OUT OF THE AREA? HERE ARE SOME GREAT OPTIONS FOR PLACES TO STAY, and there's a deal just up the road from the lake for the concerts:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, John Olsen - 435-616-1574. Enjoy the reduced rate of $119 for a 1-King or 2-Queen room (normally $154), includes breakfast.
This hotel is just a few miles from our lake, very conveniently located. It's right off I-15, next to Zion Harley-Davidson. John volunteers with Washington City Rotary and helps out at our Annual Polar Plunge on Jan 1.
Best Western Plus Settler's Point
Jordan Perry is the GM. Let him know you're coming to our concert. They make a great breakfast and are just one exit away from us off of I-15 in Washington, UT. 435-986-7788
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Dig Paddlesports is located inside Quail Creek State Park, just yards from the water. Check in at our office to get your wristband, then paddle out to the north end of the lake to "Concert Cove" in the "NO WAKE" zone to enjoy the show, or set up on the beach by our shop if it's a Concert on the Beach night.
Parking
There is a fee to get into the state park. We recommend carpooling and remember your state park passes! “RESIDENT Day-use fee: $15 per vehicle with up to 8 people. RESIDENT Senior Day-use fee: $10 (Seniors 65 and older) per vehicle with up to 8 people. Out-of-state visitor fee- $25 per vehicle with up to 8 people”). Click here to pay for parking in advance.
*Your experience will be much more enjoyable if you purchase tickets, reserve your gear and fill out your waivers in advance! You will have to fill out waivers to rent gear. We cannot guarantee equipment if you don’t book in advance!!!
A few rules to keep everyone safe and enjoy the show. PFD's must be worn or on your kayak/SUP. For kids 12 and under, they must be worn. This is a Utah Boating Law and a state park policy. Citations may be issued if not compliant.. Please remember this is a family event. State alcohol/drug laws and usage regulations apply. Event staff will be checking for wrist bands once out on the water or on the concert-designated shoreline. Thank you for not sneaking in. We support the arts by actually supporting the artists. We are stoked to have you join us!
Park Address:
Dig Paddlesports
Quail Creek State Park
472 N 5300 W
Hurricane, UT 84737
Google Map Link:
ALL TICKET ORDERS ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE. THE ENTIRE INTENTION OF THESE CONCERTS IS TO PADDLE OR BOAT TO A COVE ACROSS THE LAKE AND ENJOY A UNIQUE PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE. YOU MAY CHOOSE TO LISTEN FROM THE FAR SHORELINE, BUT DON'T EXPECT TO HEAR IT WELL; WE'LL BE WELL OVER .25 MILES AWAY.
DIG PADDLESPORTS INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
If an event cannot begin because of weather conditions, Dig Paddlesports will hold the performance and/or event start for up to 30 minutes. At that time conditions will be evaluated, and a decision will be made whether the event can continue or not. Weather conditions often improve, therefore events are not canceled in advance. Some events may continue in the rain.
If a performance is canceled due to inclement weather, purchaser may;
- Receive the value of their tickets on an digital "gift card", which is valid for rentals or events in the next 12 months with Dig Paddlesports.
- Exchange their tickets directly toward another event.
- Reschedule for the same event if it has been postponed to a future date.
DIG PADDLESPORTS retains the right to change these policies at any time for any reason. Thanks again for helping us to support live music in Southern Utah!
PREVIOUS PERFORMANCES
Here's another link to Mr. OK & The Last Light, WOW.
• The Ed Tracy Band: July 20. Ed belts it out. Gary shreds. Misty on keys. Shane, Steve... CRUSHED.
• The Paddle Out Band: July 27 Did a fine job - such a great vibe. Another evening preceded with strong breezes, but calmed down just in time for the show!
Here's a link to their Facebook Page
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ell me about this "floating stage" boat?
Damon Atkinson of Dream Season Guide Service generously provides the pontoon boat for the band. He is an expert fishing guide and outdoorsman whose guided tours almost always end in victory - well, for those fishing, not so much for the fish! Damon is also a USAF Veteran and current board member for the Hurricane Valley Chamber of Commerce. We don't mind sharing that as an insurance agent with EasyShop Insurance, he has served Dig Paddlesports and team well for both commercial and household protection! He's very creative and knowledgable. Contact him at 435 773 0571 or take a look at their website.
