Eagle Point Resort and Beaver County will host free community concerts to honor the resilience of Beaver County residents following the Cottonwood Fire, according to a report published August 27. The events aim to recognize the recovery efforts and bring the community together after significant destruction caused by wildfire and subsequent flooding.
The concerts were scheduled for Saturday, September 19, at the Beaver High School Auditorium. Performances were set for 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with doors opening one hour before each show. The free events feature Chloë Agnew, the original voice of Celtic Woman, and country artist Katie Mathews. Attendees were encouraged to arrive early due to limited capacity.
These performances serve as a thank you to volunteers, local businesses, residents, firefighters, emergency personnel, and first responders. The gatherings are intended to help neighbors, friends, and supporters reconnect and reflect on the community's strength during the recovery process.
The Cottonwood Fire was the largest wildfire in recorded history for Utah, burning more than 97,000 acres and impacting homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Eagle Point Resort suffered extensive damage during the fire and subsequent flooding that destroyed the only paved access road to the mountain. As a result, the resort made the decision not to open for the 2026-27 winter season.
Shane Gadbaw, owner of Eagle Point Resort, stated that the event is about bringing people together to celebrate progress and recognize those who stepped forward during the crisis. Gadbaw noted that the story of Beaver County involves neighbors helping neighbors and a shared commitment to moving forward together.
Recovery efforts in Beaver County are supported by local residents, government partners, nonprofit organizations, and businesses. One such effort is BeaverTUF, a community foundation established after the Cottonwood Fire to support long-term restoration, resilience, and recovery initiatives. BeaverTUF is working with technical experts and community leaders to evaluate wildfire mitigation, watershed recovery, and forest restoration projects to reduce future risks from flooding and erosion.
