Fun & Unusual Things to Do in St. George, Utah
St. George is famous for its hiking and national parks, but there is so much more to discover in Southern Utah beyond the trails. Whether you are a local looking for fresh weekend plans, a visitor seeking unique experiences, or a family with kids who need a break from the heat, this guide covers the most fun and unusual things to do in St. George that most people miss.
Indoor Fun & Entertainment
Escapism Escape Rooms in St. George offers immersive puzzle-solving adventures for groups of all sizes — perfect for date nights, team outings, or rainy day entertainment. Contact Climbing Gym provides world-class indoor bouldering and rope climbing for beginners to experts. St. George Children's Museum keeps the little ones entertained with hands-on interactive exhibits in historic downtown.
Golf Entertainment & Sports
BigShots Golf takes the driving range concept to a new level with climate-controlled bays, ball-tracking technology, a full restaurant, and craft cocktails — no golf experience needed. For a traditional round, The Ledges Golf Club and Coral Canyon Golf Course offer some of the most scenic courses in the American Southwest. Coral Peak Gymnastics provides fun classes and open gym sessions for kids.
Water Adventures
The Desert Color crystal lagoon brings tropical beach vibes to the desert with paddleboarding, kayaking, and swimming. Sand Hollow Aquatic Center in Hurricane features water slides, a lazy river, and indoor pools. For a truly unusual adventure, hike to Toquerville Falls — a hidden 200-foot waterfall with swimming holes just 30 minutes from town. Natural hot springs at La Verkin (Pah Tempe) offer mineral soaking along the Virgin River near Zion.
Off-Road & Adventure Sports
Southern Utah Adventure Center offers guided ATV tours, rock crawling excursions, and canyoneering trips through stunning desert terrain. Sand Mountain near Hurricane is a massive sand dune playground for ATVs, dirt bikes, and sand rails. For cycling adventures near Zion, Zion Cycles in Springdale rents bikes for riding the car-free Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.
Art, Culture & Markets
Explore the Tuacahn Amphitheatre for Broadway-quality shows in a breathtaking red rock canyon, or catch the Tuacahn Saturday Market for local crafts, produce, and live music. Drive to Cedar City for the world-renowned Utah Shakespeare Festival. Visit the Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm to see real dinosaur tracks preserved in sandstone — a truly unusual Southern Utah experience.
Seasonal Fun
Staheli Family Farm transforms seasonally with a massive corn maze and pumpkin patch in fall, and a million-light Christmas display in winter. For holiday activities, Southern Utah offers plenty of seasonal events from Christmas light shows to Pioneer Day celebrations. In summer, beat the heat at the Sand Hollow Aquatic Center or escape to the cooler elevations of Brian Head Resort and Cedar Breaks National Monument.
Day Trips From St. George
Some of the most unusual experiences are a short drive away. Bryce Canyon's otherworldly hoodoos are 2.5 hours northeast. Grand Staircase-Escalante offers slot canyons, waterfalls, and backcountry adventures across 1.87 million acres. And of course, Zion National Park is just 45 minutes away. For a unique Zion-area stop, grab craft beer at Zion Brewery in Springdale.
For the full directory of attractions, restaurants, and services, visit our Southern Utah business directory or explore our complete things to do guide.
