ST. GEORGE — Grab your family, lawn chairs and blankets, and join the City of St. George in kicking off the month-long observation of National Park and Recreation Month. Each July for the past 40 years, cities across the country have celebrated the lasting impact of park and recreation services on the lives of tens of millions of people.
Here in St. George, there are a number of free activities provided for people of all ages.
“Join us as we spotlight the people, programs and places that make St. George a stronger, more beautiful community,” said Shane Moore, Director of Parks and Community Services. “This year’s theme, ‘Build Together, Play Together,’ reminds us of the many, many contributions of the City of St. George’s outstanding Parks and Community Services Department.”
In chronological order, the activities include:
- July 11: The family friendly Movie in the Park series continues with National Treasure at 9 p.m. at Historic Town Square.
- July 14: Free ice cream sandwiches will help music fans beat the heat at the free Concert in the Park with Eric Dodge, starting at 7:30 p.m. at Vernon Worthen Park.
- July 16: Residents are invited to participate in a community cleanup of Royal Oaks, Bloomington, Fossil Falls and Tonaquint Parks, beginning at 7 a.m.
- July 17: Celebrate the Grand Reopening of Christensen Park (3764 S 1470 W) — complete with a new playground — at 9 a.m. Free donuts, while supplies last.
- July 25: Movie in the Park screening of “Out of My Mind” at 8:45 p.m. at Town Square.
Follow the City of St. George on Facebook and Instagram to see more info on the events taking place in July, and show support for parks and recreation by posting on social media with the hashtags: #BuildTogether, #PlayTogether and #ParkandRecMonth2025.
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About the City of St. George
St. George is the largest city in Washington County and the fifth-largest city in Utah with more than 100,000 residents. In recent years, people from across the United States have been attracted to St. George’s world class healthcare, active lifestyle, access to university education and proximity to unrivaled recreation. Scenic beauty abounds throughout the city and region including Snow Canyon State Park, Quail Creek and Sand Hollow Reservoirs and Zion National Park. With an average of about 300 days of sunshine per year, the community welcomes all to live, work, play and eat and experience the ‘Brighter Side’ in St. George, Utah.
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