St. George keeps a full calendar, and the busiest stretch runs from September into October.2 Dates move a little each year; confirm with each organizer. Our live events page and Big Events hub have more.
Month by month
- January: Tuacahn's indoor stage opens its winter run.2
- February: St. George Area Parade of Homes; Kayenta's February Art Festival.2,6
- April: St. George Art Festival on Easter weekend at Historic Town Square, with nearly 200 juried artists and three stages; Kayenta Street Painting Festival.3,6
- May: Tuacahn's outdoor season opens.2
- July: Fourth of July parade, Town Square celebration and fireworks.2
- September: Dixie Days and the PRCA Lions Dixie Roundup Rodeo at the Sunbowl (2026: Sept. 17 to 19); Santa Clara Swiss Days.2,4
- October: St. George Marathon (first Saturday), the PGA Tour event at Black Desert, the Huntsman World Senior Games, Art in Kayenta and the Kayenta Native Arts Market.2,6 Red Bull Rampage is held in the area in fall; see Big Events.
- November: Christmas in the Canyon at Tuacahn and Holiday Lights at the Red Hills Desert Garden begin late in the month.2
- December: Dickens Christmas Festival at the Dixie Convention Center (2026: Dec. 2 to 5); holiday concerts.5,2
- Monthly: George Streetfest on Main Street downtown.1
Planning tips
- Lodging fills during the Marathon, Senior Games and Parade of Homes; book early.
- Race days can close roads, including Snow Canyon Drive.
- Pair an event with dining or a round of golf.