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Shamrock Junction Brings St. Patrick's Day Magic to Thunder Junction

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the whole family at the annual Shamrock Junction event. Join the fun at Thunder Junction All-Abilities Park for crafts, games, cookie decorating, and a special visit from a leprechaun.

SGWOM Editorial Team
Community News
June 4, 2026
2 min read

Key takeaway: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the whole family at the annual Shamrock Junction event. Join the fun at Thunder Junction All-Abilities Park for crafts, games, cookie decorating, and a special visit from a leprechaun.

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March 14, 2026 — Grab your green and bring the family out for a morning of festive fun! The annual Shamrock Junction celebration is returning to St. George's beloved Thunder Junction All-Abilities Park on Saturday, March 14th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Hosted by the City of St. George, this family-favorite holiday event transforms the already magical dinosaur-themed park into a St. Patrick's Day wonderland complete with themed activities for children of all ages.

What to Expect

For admission of just $5 per person, attendees will enjoy a full lineup of holiday-themed entertainment. The event features interactive crafts where kids can create their own St. Patrick's Day keepsakes, festive games scattered throughout the park, and a wildly popular cookie decorating station.

And keep your eyes peeled—rumor has it a mischievous leprechaun will be making a special appearance to take photos with families and spread some Irish luck!

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A Perfect Venue

Thunder Junction All-Abilities Park, located inside Tonaquint Park, provides the perfect enclosed, safe environment for this celebration. Its accessible design ensures that children of all abilities can fully participate in the St. Patrick's Day festivities. The beloved C.P. Huntington train will also be running during the event, offering rides that kids always look forward to.

Space is limited for this highly anticipated event, so early registration is encouraged to secure your family's spot before the luck of the Irish runs out!

Official registration: Register via the City of St. George

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Tonaquint Park is a 33-acre St. George city park on South Dixie Drive with eight tournament-quality tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, two covered pavilions, barbecues and a shaded playground. It holds the Tonaquint Nature Center and Thunder Junction All Abilities Park, and its loop walking trails connect to the Santa Clara River Trail.

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