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St George’s Day Activities + Free Coloring Pages

ByClare Brown

St George’s Day activities are a great way to introduce kids to England’s history, legends, and traditions while having a bit of fun.

Although it’s not a major holiday, we always try to mark April 23rd with something creative—whether it’s reading about knights and dragons, making a cardboard sword, or coloring in the St George’s Cross.

As a family originally from England, this day gives us a chance to talk about our heritage and explore the story of Saint George in a way that feels both educational and exciting.

I’ve pulled together our favorite crafts, worksheets, printables, and hands-on ideas for celebrating St George’s Day with children aged 3–12.

A collection of St. George’s Day coloring pages and educational activities designed for kids. The pages include cartoon-style drawings with headings and informative text blocks. They depict St. George saving a maiden, a book labeled “Sant Jordi,” St. George in armor with a shield dated “April 23rd,” St. George’s Cross flag, George fighting a dragon, and a rose with history about giving roses on this day. The bottom half features one fully colored-in page showing St. George in blue and red armor, surrounded by red and blue bead necklaces and faux jewels. The text explains his historical significance as a Christian soldier from Cappadocia.

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Fun and Educational St George’s Day Activities for Kids

As a family originally from England, we love exploring history and our heritage through hands-on learning.

Since moving to the U.S., we’ve made it a point to celebrate St George’s Day each year.

I hadn’t talked to my son about St George before, so this felt like a great opportunity to dive into the traditions, legends, and symbols behind the day.

We started with a St George’s Day worksheet pack, which includes a PowerPoint on the real Saint George and the origins of the celebration, two comprehension activities, a fact sheet, and creative tasks like designing a St George’s flag and making a story wreath.

The classic tale of St George and the Dragon has also sparked some fun discussions. This reading resource comes with guided questions and journal prompts to build comprehension and creativity.

To bring it all to life, we added a few hands-on projects:

We also watched a short YouTube video that explains the story of St George in a simple, animated way—ideal for younger kids.

Have fun with the other Patron Saints of the United Kingdom with

Interesting Facts About St George for Kids

Here are a few surprising facts about Saint George and the celebration of St George’s Day—perfect for sparking curiosity:

  • St George is the patron saint of not just England, but also Venice, Genoa, Portugal, Ethiopia, and Catalonia.
  • He was born in modern-day Turkey and died in what’s now Israel—he never even visited England.
  • The famous dragon story was added to his legend centuries later—it’s symbolic, not historical.
  • St George’s Cross (the red cross on a white background) only became associated with England in the Middle Ages.
  • He died in 303 AD for refusing to give up his Christian faith as a Roman soldier.

Want to make it interactive? Ask your kids:

  • Which country do you think Saint George was actually from?
  • Why do you think people added the dragon story?
  • Should a hero have to be real, or can legends be just as important?

St George’s Day Coloring Pages

These free St George’s Day coloring sheets are a fun way for kids to explore the legend while being creative. You’ll get six printable coloring pages featuring:

  • Saint George in armor
  • A dragon
  • The England flag
  • A fair maiden
  • A book
  • Roses
A children’s coloring page featuring a cartoon-style drawing of St. George dressed in blue and red armor, holding a sword and a shield with a yellow castle emblem. The page is labeled "April 23rd" and includes text explaining that Saint George was a Christian soldier from Cappadocia who served in the Roman army and was skilled in combat. The sheet is surrounded by red and blue bead necklaces and two red faux gemstones, adding a festive touch.

Grab the free PDF at the bottom of the page—for personal and classroom use only.

We always use these coloring pens for bold, clean results.

A black-and-white children’s coloring page titled "George & The Dragon," showing a cartoon-style St. George in armor holding a sword and shield, standing next to a friendly-looking dragon with polka dots and spikes. The caption below reads: “There is also a famous story about Saint George where he saved a city from a scary dragon.” The page is surrounded by blue beaded necklaces and two red faux gems.

As kids color, it’s a great time to talk about who Saint George was. Born in modern-day Turkey, he served as a Roman soldier and became known for his Christian faith.

A black-and-white children's coloring page titled "Saving a Maiden," showing two identical cartoon princesses in gowns with flower crowns, each holding a rose. The caption below explains that a dragon demanded daily sacrifices of young girls from a city, and when it was the king’s daughter’s turn, Saint George saved her by defeating the dragon. The page is surrounded by blue and red beaded necklaces and two red faux gems.

Though he never visited England, he became its patron saint, and his story—especially the dragon—has become legendary.

A black-and-white children’s coloring page titled "Sant Jordi," featuring a simple drawing of a closed book. The text below explains the tradition in Catalonia, Spain, of giving a book to a loved one on Saint George’s Day, which began in the 1920s to honor author Miguel de Cervantes. The page is framed by red and blue bead necklaces and two red faux gemstones.

In Catalonia, Spain, Saint George is known as Sant Jordi. On April 23rd, it’s tradition to give a book and a rose, inspired by the dragon tale and to honor the author Cervantes, who died the same day.

A children's coloring page titled "Roses," featuring two illustrated rose flowers with pink petals and green leaves, partially colored in. The caption below describes the Catalonian tradition of giving a rose on Saint George’s Day, which is believed to have started in the 15th century when a rose bush bloomed where Saint George killed the dragon. The page is surrounded by purple and pink beaded necklaces.

The St George’s Cross, now England’s flag, was adopted much later but remains one of the most recognized symbols of the day.

A children’s coloring page titled “St. George’s Cross,” showing a simple illustration of the red cross on a white background that represents the flag of England. The text below explains that Saint George became well-known after his death as a hero devoted to God, and he is now recognized as the patron saint of England, celebrated on April 23rd. The page is surrounded by a red bead necklace and two red faux gemstones.

St George’s Day Books for Kids

I always try to include books with any topic we’re learning about—especially when there’s a great story behind it. These are our favorite picture books and retellings of the legend of Saint George and the dragon:

These stories bring the legend to life with beautiful illustrations and simple language, making them ideal for younger readers.

If your kids prefer screen time to storytime, you could also watch the film George and the Dragon as a fun way to explore the myth.

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Last Updated on 10 April 2025 by Clare Brown

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