October 2026 Events in Southern Utah: Festivals, Fall Farms, Halloween Shows and Markets
A canyon performance. A community cheering at the finish line. A Saturday spent meeting artists or following a flock of sheep down Main Street. October is one of the best months to experience Southern Utah, whether you've lived here for years or are just getting to know the area.
This month's roundup covers the standout events in St. George, Ivins, Washington, Hurricane and beyond. Many of them have already happened, and they're a good preview of what to plan for next fall. A few are still ahead through the end of the month, and those are marked below.
Still Ahead This Week
Thunder Junction Spook-track-ular
- When: October 27–30, 2026, 6–8 PM
- Where: Thunder Junction All-Abilities Park, St. George
A Halloween train ride, treats and activities at one of St. George's favorite parks. Advance tickets are required and limited. The city lists tickets at $8 per person, with ages 2 and under free.
More details: St. George Parks and Recreation
Odyssey Dance Theatre's Thriller
- When: October 28–31, 2026, 7:30 PM
- Where: Tuacahn Outdoor Amphitheatre, Ivins
Halloween dance in the canyon makes for a memorable date night. Tickets are required, so check the show's age guidance before bringing young children.
More details: Tuacahn
Staheli Family Farm Fall Season
- When: Monday through Saturday, through October 31, 2026
- Where: 3400 South Washington Fields Road, Washington
Pumpkins, corn-maze outings and farm activities make this a longtime local fall tradition. General admission is required for the main farm areas, and hours vary by attraction. The haunted attractions are separate from the daytime family experience.
More details: Staheli Family Farm
Downtown Farmers Market and Tuacahn Saturday Market
- When: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Where: Vernon Worthen Park, 300 South 400 East, St. George (8 AM to noon), and Tuacahn, Ivins (10 AM to 2 PM)
Local produce, artisan food and live music in St. George, plus an artisan market in a canyon setting at Tuacahn. Both run every Saturday in October.
More details: Downtown Farmers Market and Tuacahn
Arts, Music and Entertainment (Earlier This Month)
Art In Kayenta
- When: October 9–11, 2026
- Where: Kayenta Art Village, Ivins
A free arts weekend with original work from juried artists, live music and food in one of Southern Utah's most distinctive creative communities.
More details: Art In Kayenta
Tuacahn's Final Broadway Performances
- When: Selected dates October 1–24, 2026
- Where: Tuacahn Amphitheatre, Ivins
An evening beneath Padre Canyon's cliffs is a memorable introduction to the region's performing arts. The season closed with Grease on October 22, Les Misérables on October 23, and Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo on October 24.
More details: Tuacahn
Utah Shakespeare Festival's Closing Weekend
- When: October 1–3, 2026
- Where: Cedar City
The final days of the festival's 65th anniversary season made for an easy cultural getaway to Cedar City.
More details: Utah Shakespeare Festival
Through the Ages: Cello and Piano Recital
- When: October 17, 2026, 7:30 PM
- Where: Lorraine Boccardo Theater, Center for the Arts at Kayenta, Ivins
An intimate recital by Kevin Mills and Margarita Rovenskaya, and a quieter cultural option between the month's larger festivals.
More details: Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Outdoors and Adventure (Earlier This Month)
Monster Energy Trail Hero and Music Festival
- When: September 28 to October 3, 2026
- Where: Sand Hollow area trails and Washington County Fairgrounds, Hurricane
Red-rock trail runs, an outdoor expo and live music bring Southern Utah's off-road culture together.
More details: Trail Hero
Red Bull Rampage
- When: October 8 and 10, 2026
- Where: Virgin area, Kolob Terrace Road
World-class freeride mountain biking put Southern Utah's terrain on an international stage, with women competing October 8 and men October 10.
More details: Red Bull Rampage
Fall Tour of St. George
- When: October 24, 2026, 7:30 AM
- Where: Tabernacle Street start, St. George
A scenic, organized cycling day with road routes of varied lengths, plus e-bike and tandem categories.
More details: Ride Southern Utah
Sports and Active Lifestyle (Earlier This Month)
Bank of Utah Championship
- When: October 1–4, 2026
- Where: Black Desert Resort, Ivins
The PGA TOUR returned to a lava-framed course that has become a defining Southern Utah destination.
More details: Bank of Utah Championship
50th St. George Marathon
- When: October 3, 2026
- Where: St. George, finishing at Vernon Worthen Park
The 50th edition celebrated the region's running tradition and the community that turns out to cheer.
More details: St. George Marathon
Huntsman World Senior Games
- When: October 5–17, 2026
- Where: Multiple venues across Greater St. George
An active, social event that reflects the lifestyle that draws so many people to this region.
More details: Huntsman World Senior Games
Family, Food and Local Culture (Earlier This Month)
Cedar Livestock and Heritage Festival
- When: October 23–25, 2026
- Where: Cross Hollows Events Center and Main Street, Cedar City
The sheep parade, cowboy traditions and agricultural exhibits gave this weekend an unmistakable Southern Utah identity.
More details: Cedar Livestock and Heritage Festival
Roam Wild Market
- When: October 23–24, 2026
- Where: Historic Downtown St. George
Artisans, food and live music made for an easy way to explore downtown through local businesses.
More details: Roam Wild Market
Hurricane Fall Fest
- When: October 24, 2026, 4–9 PM
- Where: Community Center Park, 63 South 100 West, Hurricane
A free community celebration with food trucks, bounce houses, a kids' market, live entertainment and trunk-or-treating.
More details: Hurricane Recreation
Keep Exploring
For more performances, markets and community gatherings, check the What's Happening Southern Utah calendar. Dates and availability can change, so confirm the organizer's current details before you go.
If you're getting to know Southern Utah as a place to visit, invest or own a getaway, events like these are a big part of the lifestyle. Think about which places you'd want to come back to, and how they fit the way you want to spend your time.
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Event details are based on organizer information available at the time of writing. Please confirm dates, times and ticketing with each organizer.
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