Midsummer in the Mojave may not deter the traveler seeking outdoor adventure. Many simply shift their activities to nighttime, higher elevations, or both.

Thursday through July 4, Prescott, Ariz.: Prescott Frontier Days, World's Oldest Rodeo. Prescott's biggest event of the year includes rodeo performances, parade, fireworks, fine arts and crafts fair, 10K and two-mile fun run, live entertainment. (866) 406-6336, www.worldsoldestrodeo.com.

Through Aug. 7, Carson City: "Interwoven: Visions of the Great Basin Basketmakers." An exhibition featuring handcrafted work by living basketmakers from Northern Nevada and the Eastern Sierra. Nevada State Museum, (775) 687-8323, www.dmla.clan.nv.

Through Oct. 28, Cedar City, Utah: Utah Shakespearean Festival. This year's plays includes "The Merry Wives of Windsor," "Antony and Cleopatra," "Hamlet," "The Merchant of Venice," "On Golden Pond" and "Johnny Guitar." Matinee and evening performances. (800) 752-9849, www.bard.org.

Saturday through July 2, Flagstaff, Ariz.: Hopi Festival of Arts and Culture. In its 73rd year, provides a market for the Hopi's famous jewelry, baskets, textiles and other arts, while dances and foods open a window into a living and admirable culture. Museum of Northern Arizona, (928) 774-5213, www.musnaz.org.

Saturday\ through July 2, Brian Head, Utah: Flyin' Brian Downhill Mountain Bike Races. These races are part of the Utah Downhill race series. Brian Head Resort, (435) 677-2035, www.brianhead.com.

Saturday, July 2 and 4, Brian Head, Utah: Independence Musicfest. Live music featuring regional bands at the base of the slopes. Giant Steps Lodge Outdoor Amphitheatre. Brian Head Resort. (888) 677-2810, www.brianheadutah.com.

Saturday and July 4, Laughlin: "Rockets over the River," a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display launched over the Colorado River and choreographed to music on a high-fidelity sound system. Starts 9 p.m. (702) 298-2214, www.laughlinchamber.com.

July 2, Flagstaff, Ariz.: Independence Star Fest. Celebrate the holiday weekend at Lowell Observatory, where numerous telescopes will be set up for viewing throughout the campus, augmented by indoor video presentations. Doors open at 8 p.m. (928) 774-3358, www.lowell.edu.

July 4, Brian Head, Utah: Bluegrass Concert and Fireworks Extravaganza. Three live bands will play from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. followed by a hand-lit fireworks show, put on by the Brian Head Fire Department at Brian Head Town Park. (888) 677-2810, www.brianheadutah.com.

July 7, Zion National Park, Utah: "Zion by Moonlight." Learn about mountain lions, ringtail cats, bats and other creatures that come out after dark. Indoor afternoon presentation, a break for dinner and an invigorating night hike. (435) 772-3264, www.zionpark.org.

July 9, Flagstaff, Ariz.: "Summer Star Fest" evening program offers viewing by telescopes set up throughout the campus, and there will be indoor video presentations. Doors open at 8 p.m. Lowell Observatory, (928) 774-3358, www.lowell.edu.

July 10, Flagstaff, Ariz.: "Bat Houses." Learn about bats and how to design, build and properly place houses for them. The Arboretum at Flagstaff, (928) 774-1442, www.thearb.org.

July 12, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Utah: Wildflower photography workshop. Join a photographer and a botanist during peak wildflower season. Learn the best ways to identify and photograph the flowers of the Markagunt Plateau. (435) 772-3264, www.zionpark.org.

July 12-15, Cedar City, Utah: Utah Mid-Summer Renaissance Faire. Royal marches, 5K Jester Run, puppet shows, magicians, costume contest, crafts, children's games and live entertainment. (435) 586-3711, www.umrf.net.

July 13-16, Wendover: Bonneville 100. An event for those drivers who have the need for speed. Road race takes place on a closed highway where drivers may reach speeds topping 200 mph. (775) 664-4602, www.openroadracing.com.

July 15, Bryce Canyon, Utah: Bryce Canyon Half-Marathon and 5K Run. The half-marathon travels from Ruby's Inn in Bryce Canyon to National Scenic Byway 12, travels through Tropic and ends in Cannonville. The 5K starts and finishes in Cannonville. (800) 468-8600, www.rubysinn.com.

July 15, Cathedral Gorge State Park: Butterfly Watching. Learn the difference between butterflies and moths and ways to attract butterflies to your own backyard. Campground amphitheater. (775) 728-4460. www.parks.nv.gov.

July 20- Aug. 12, Cedar City, Utah: Neil Simon Festival. This year's plays are "God's Favorite," "I Ought to be in Pictures" and "The Good Doctor." Heritage Theater, (866) 357-4666, www.simonfest.org.

July 28, Zion National Park, Utah: Bat Biology and Conservation Workshop. Learn about Zion's 18 species of bats. Learn how to build a bat house, and view them in nature when the group mist-nets them as part of a bat study in the park. (435) 772-3264, www.zionpark.org.

July 29, Brian Head, Utah: Epic 100 National Mountain Bike Race. National cross-country bike race with more than 200 participants. Giant Steps Lodge at Brian Head Resort. (888) 677-2810, www.brianheadutah.com.

July 29 through Aug. 6, Reno and Sparks: Hot August Nights. Relive the '50s and '60s all over again when cars and rock 'n' roll ruled. Some 5,500 cars from 36 states are registered for this event. Controlled cruises, show 'n' shines. Live entertainment and food. www.hotaugustnights.net.