Things to do with kids in St. George, UT
Checked · All times are local Mountain Time (St. George time)
Coming up in St. George: Spook-track-ular at Thunder Junction (from Oct 28), The Gobbler 10K, 5K & Kids 1K (Nov 26) and Kickoff to Christmas in St. George (Nov 30). 8 always-open places, led by St. George Children's Museum and St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site. Prices and hours come from each official site.
Halloween & fall events in St. George
Spook-track-ular at Thunder Junction
- When
- Wed, Oct 28 – Fri, Oct 30 (nightly Oct 27–30) · 6–8pm
- Cost
- $8 per person; ages 2 and under free; tickets must be bought in advance (no refunds)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
A haunted train ride, trick-or-treat stations, a dessert walk, pumpkin guessing and a holiday craft station. Ticketed, limited availability; the park is closed to the public during event hours.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Thanksgiving events in St. George
The Gobbler 10K, 5K & Kids 1K
- When
- Thu, Nov 26 · Kids 1K 8am; 10K 8:15am; 5K 8:30am
- Cost
- Kids 1K $25; 5K $36; 10K $47
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Thanksgiving-morning races with an untimed kids 1K at 8am so parents can watch. Strollers and leashed dogs welcome; yard games and bounce houses after the race.
✓ Checked Oct 27, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Christmas & holiday events: Santa
Kickoff to Christmas in St. George
- When
- Mon, Nov 30 · 6–8pm
- Cost
- Free (standard carousel fees apply)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Santa photos, live music from local talent and school choirs, and hot chocolate and cookies while supplies last. The St. George Children's Museum stays open late with crafts.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Always-open family places
Most popular first: zoos, aquariums and museums, then nature spots, parks and libraries. Prices come from each official site; "Not stated" means the site doesn't list one.
St. George Children's Museum
- Price
- $ (estimated price level)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Themed pretend-play rooms; fall hours 10am–5pm
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site
- Price
- Adult $10, youth (5–17) $5, seniors $9, children 0–4 free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Real Early Jurassic dinosaur tracks indoors; open daily 10am–5pm (last entry 4:30pm)
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Red Hills Desert Garden
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Desert plants, a stream with native fish and real dinosaur tracks; open daily 6am–10pm
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Snow Canyon State Park
- Price
- $15 per vehicle with Utah license, $20 non-resident vehicle (up to 8 people); $3 pedestrian/cyclist
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Red-rock canyon with lava tubes, sand dunes and easy family trails just northwest of St. George; open 6am–10pm daily
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
St. George Tabernacle
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Red sandstone pioneer tabernacle (1863–1876) with guided tours and exhibits; Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun noon–6pm
Pioneer Park (Dixie Rock)
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Red-rock scrambling, short trails and views over the city; city parks open sunrise to 10pm
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Thunder Junction All Abilities Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Dinosaur-themed all-abilities playground; free admission, open 9am–10pm; train rides $2 (fall hours 11am–5pm)
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Washington County Library, St. George Branch
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Story times for young children; Mon–Thu 10am–8pm, Fri–Sat 10am–6pm, closed Sun
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in St. George this weekend?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) we list 1 family event in St. George: Spook-track-ular at Thunder Junction (Fri).
What time is trick-or-treating in St. George?
Sunset on Halloween in St. George is at 6:37 p.m. St. George doesn't list official trick-or-treat hours, so plan around dusk. City event: Spook-track-ular at Thunder Junction, Tue., Oct. 27–Fri., Oct. 30, 6–8 p.m., Thunder Junction All-Abilities Park.
What Halloween events are in St. George in 2026?
We list 1 Halloween or fall event in St. George: Spook-track-ular at Thunder Junction (Oct 28 – Oct 30).
What are free things to do with kids in St. George?
These are free according to their official sites: 1 upcoming event in St. George, including Kickoff to Christmas in St. George (Mon, Nov 30).
Where can kids play indoors in St. George when it's cold or snowy?
We list 4 indoor places in St. George: St. George Children's Museum, St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site (Adult $10, youth, 5–17 $5, seniors $9, children 0–4 free), St. George Tabernacle and Washington County Library, St. George Branch.
What Thanksgiving events can I take my kids to in St. George?
We list 1 Thanksgiving event in St. George: The Gobbler 10K, 5K & Kids 1K (Thu, Nov 26).
When and where can kids see Santa in St. George?
We list 1 event with Santa in St. George: Kickoff to Christmas in St. George (Nov 30).
What is there to do with toddlers in St. George?
We list 4 places in St. George that welcome kids under 2, including Red Hills Desert Garden, Pioneer Park (Dixie Rock) and Thunder Junction All Abilities Park. See all 4 above. Age ranges for places are our own guidance.
What are the big family attractions in St. George?
The best-known family attractions we list in St. George are St. George Children's Museum and St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site (Adult $10, youth, 5–17 $5, seniors $9, children 0–4 free). They're listed first under always-open places.
How much do St. George family attractions cost?
Prices from the official sites for 2 places in St. George: St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site (Adult $10, youth, 5–17 $5, seniors $9, children 0–4 free) and Snow Canyon State Park ($15 per vehicle with Utah license, $20 non-resident vehicle, up to 8 people). Confirm before you go; prices change.
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