What Is Trail Hero 2026? Quick Answer
Trail Hero is an off-road week based in Hurricane and Sand Hollow. The 11th annual event runs Monday, September 28, through Saturday, October 3, 2026. Weekdays bring guided trail rides and free off-road competitions near Sand Hollow. From Thursday through Saturday, October 1-3, the Washington County Fairgrounds (Legacy Park, 5500 W 700 S, Hurricane) hosts a free 200-plus-vendor off-road show and local market, then the Trail Hero Music Fest each night: $30 for a single day or $50 for three days, and free for kids under 12 and veterans.
Music Fest Lineup
| Night | Headliner | Theme & Free Entry |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | Creed Fisher | "USA Day": veterans free |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Austin Snell | "RED" (Remember Everyone Deployed): first responders free |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Bryan Martin | "Back the Blue": law enforcement free |
Kids under 12 and veterans get in free every night. Veterans bring proof of service to will call, and Trail Hero says veterans' tickets "do NOT sell out." Free first-responder and law-enforcement tickets are limited to the first 200 and require a valid agency ID. The concerts are in the fairgrounds' rodeo arena. Trail Hero's own pages list music starting at 6 p.m. in some places and 7 p.m. in others, so check the event app or the Music Fest page before you go.
Day-by-Day Schedule
This comes from Trail Hero's published 2026 schedule. Guided trail rides ($, registration required) run 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, from the fairgrounds, around Hurricane, and from the Sand Mountain water tanks parking lot.
- Mon, Sept 28: Charity golf tournament at Sand Hollow Resort ($). Free kickoff party in the evening at the Sand Hollow Resort Rock Bowl, where late trail registration also opens.
- Tue, Sept 29: Special-needs kids' trail ride. Free Fullsend Knockout competition, 3-6 p.m., at the Sand Mountain water tanks parking lot.
- Wed, Sept 30: Special-needs adults' trail ride. Free BFGoodrich Trail Breaker challenge, 3-6 p.m., at the water tanks lot.
- Thu, Oct 1: Veterans trail ride. Free Maxxis SXS Challenge, 3-6 p.m. The free vendor show, beer garden and Southern Utah Market open at 3 p.m. at the fairgrounds. Music Fest with Creed Fisher, then a free indoor after-party until midnight.
- Fri, Oct 2: Ladies trail ride. Free WeRock rock-crawling competition, 3-6 p.m. Free vendor show from 3 p.m. Music Fest with Austin Snell, then the after-party.
- Sat, Oct 3: Free Super ATV UTV Challenge, 3-6 p.m. Free vendor show from 3 p.m. Music Fest with Bryan Martin, then the after-party.
The kickoff party's start time appears as both 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Trail Hero's pages; it runs until 9 p.m.
The Free Stuff
- Vendor show and market: more than 200 vendors, including off-road gear, food trucks and kids' activities, plus the new Southern Utah Market for local handmade goods. It runs Thursday through Saturday, 3-7 p.m., in the fairgrounds parking lots, and there's no charge to get in.
- Competitions: the afternoon challenges at the Sand Mountain water tanks lot (Tuesday through Saturday, 3-6 p.m.) are free to watch.
- Indoor tailgate and after-party: the building behind the main stage is free from 3 p.m. to midnight, Thursday through Saturday.
Tips for Going
- Wristbands: the box office and will call at the fairgrounds open at 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
- Bags: the Music Fest has a clear-bag policy and doesn't allow coolers. See the Trail Hero FAQ for the full rules on chairs and blankets.
- Heading to the golf too? The Bank of Utah Championship runs October 1-4 in Ivins, and the St. George Marathon closes roads on the morning of Saturday, October 3. Leave extra time.
- Ride on your own: for self-guided trips, see ATV and off-road trails near St. George, Jeep tours, and Sand Hollow State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Trail Hero 2026?
Monday, September 28, through Saturday, October 3, 2026, around Hurricane and Sand Hollow. The free vendor show and the Music Fest are Thursday through Saturday, October 1-3, at the Washington County Fairgrounds.
How much are Trail Hero Music Fest tickets?
$30 for a single day or $50 for all three days. Kids under 12 and veterans are free. The first 200 first responders get in free on Friday, and the first 200 law enforcement officers on Saturday, with valid agency ID.
Who is playing the Trail Hero Music Fest 2026?
Creed Fisher on Thursday, October 1, Austin Snell on Friday, October 2, and Bryan Martin on Saturday, October 3.
Is the Trail Hero vendor show free?
Yes. The 200-plus-vendor off-road show and the Southern Utah Market are free, Thursday through Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Hurricane.
Sources
- Trail Hero: 2026 event schedule
- Trail Hero: Music Fest lineup, tickets and free-entry details
- Trail Hero: Music Fest FAQs
Last updated September 27, 2026. Event times can change, so check the Trail Hero app for day-of updates.
