Page numbers refer to the pages in Moab Happenings magazine. It can be downloaded or pick up a paper copy from many businesses in Moab, Salt Lake City or Grand Junction, Colorado.
Apr 22 Earth Day Cleanup- Join Moab Solutions as we celebrate 55 years of Earth Day. Contact us if you or your group would like to participate in our Earth Day Cleanup. 435-401-4685. Call or Text.
Apr 22 Community Rebuilds Open House- Check out the latest four homes at the Moab Area Community Land Trust. Light refreshments and silent auction, 4–7pm, 2072 Falcon Ridge Rd. Moab. www.communityrebuilds.org
Apr 22 Live Music: Blu Pig- Meander Cat
Apr 23 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night
Apr 23 Bluegrass Night with Quicksand Soup- High powered music from one of the Four Corners most legendary bluegrass bands. Free admission. 7pm, Moab Backyard Theater. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South. See pg 8A
Apr 23–27 Cruise Moab- Toyota four-wheel-drive event with trail rides, vendors, Friday night dinner and raffle. Hosted by Rising Sun 4WD Club of Colorado. www.cruisemoab.com
Apr 24 Earth Day Celebration- 4–7pm at Moab Arts (Moab Arts and Recreation Center). Organization Tabling and Activities from 4–6pm. Trivia at 6pm. Hosted by Moab Arts and Moab City Sustainability Department.
Apr 24 Free Movie: A Complete Unknown- A young Bob Dylan shakes up the folk music scene when he plugs in his electric guitar at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Nominated for 8 Oscars. 140 min. Rated R. 7pm at Grand County Public Library | 257 E Center St.
Apr 24 Live Music: Blu Pig- Rick Gerber
Apr 24 Country Night with Juniper Drive- Honky Tonk with a twist. 7pm. Moab Backyard Theater.Free Admission. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South. See pg 8A
Apr 25 Localscapes Class- Free class on how to turn unused lawn areas into stunning landscapes and make money at the same time! 3–5pm. Meet at City Hall, 217 East Center Street. Registration Required. http://rebrand.ly/c1b699
Apr 25 Skate Moab- Free Night, All Ages, 6–8pm. Old Spanish Trail Arena Pavilion
Apr 25 Live Music: Blu Pig- Dave Mensch
Apr 25, 26, 27 Canyon Rims Endurance Rides- 25, 30 & 50 mile courses and introductory rides. Ride your horse each day from the Ride Camp near Hatch Point across mesa tops and into canyons surrounded by the beautiful high desert landscape of southeastern Utah. Questions: 435-260-8521, mickey@blazeadventure.com or mickeysmt.wixsite.com/moabenduranceride
Apr 26 Moab Car Show- Free to the public, with food vendors and fun! Car judging from 11am–2pm. Trophy presentation at 3pm. Swanny Park, 400 N 100 W. Hosted by Moab Rotary. Register at www.moabrotary.com
Apr 26 Thelma & Louise Marathon, Half Marathon, 15k - For the ultimate girls’ weekend challenge! Located just south of Moab, Behind the Rocks Wilderness is a stunning landscape, known for its impressive sandstone domes and fins. Beneath these formations, the colorful layers of the Kayenta and Wingate Sandstone create a striking backdrop. The area also boasts a high concentration of arches, rivaling the famous Arches National Park in both beauty and variety. www.madmooseevents.com
Apr 26 Service Saturday at Arches- Show your love for Arches National Park by helping clean up litter or pull weeds at a popular parking lot or trailhead! All equipment will be provided and all ages and abilities welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Location and other details will be determined one week from the date of event. Each participant will receive a special thank-you item for volunteering time to care for the national park. 9–10:30am. For more information or to sign up, please email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov or call 435-719-2214.
Apr 26 Youth Garden Project Spring Plant Sale Fundraiser- Annual Plant Sale includes thousands of plant starts to choose from with a large variety of locally-grown vegetable starts and herbs. Breakfast burritos, treats, coffee, and YGP merch will be available for purchase. 9am–1pm at 530 South 400 East St. Online sales open after the event closes. www.youthgardenproject.org. All proceeds support YGP's youth and community programming.
Apr 26 John Wesley Powell River History Museum Exhibit Opening, Glen Canyon Exposed: Now and Then- A a landmark photographic and film exhibit by celebrated artists Dawn Kish and Tad Nichols. Presenting two perspectives of Glen Canyon: Nichols’ iconic 1950s images, captured before the construction of Glen Canyon Dam, and Kish’s contemporary photographs and documentary film, chronicling the canyon’s stunning reemergence as water levels recede.5pm at John Wesley Powell River History Museum in Green River, 1765 E Main Street, Green River. See pg 15A
Apr 26 Earth Day Celebration- Music, snacks, kites, self-guided tour, and information about gardens and seeds. The Earth Day event is free from 1-4 p.m. To get there: North on 191, right onto 128 (“the river road”) and watch for Mayberry on the left 15 miles upriver. And for more info on Mayberry: https://www.revegetation.org/mayberry/ See article on pg 14B
Apr 26 Live Music: Blu Pig- Alan & Valerie Brown
Apr 26 Magic Show with Rick Boretti- The Four Corners most acclaimed magician. The longest running outdoor magic show in the Southwest! Prepare to laugh; be mystified! 7pm Moab Backyard Theater. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South
Apr 27 Live Music: Blu Pig- Rick Gerber
Apr 28 Live Music: Blu Pig- Dylan Roe
Apr 29 Live Music: Blu Pig- Lost Buffalo
Apr 30 Bluegrass Night with Quicksand Soup- High powered music from one of the Four Corners most legendary bluegrass bands. Free admission. 7pm, Moab Backyard Theater. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South See pg 8A
Apr 30 Skate Moab- Disco Night, ages 18+, 6–8pm Old Spanish Trail Arena Pavilion
Apr 30 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night
May 1-4 INEOS Grenadier Event- Join us this May for trail runs through the Moab landscape, and event activities like food, music, happy hours, and training. Registration covers one Grenadier and up to five passengers. Please be sure to verify your calendar prior to registration. Please review our terms and conditions before registering. ineoseventsusa.com
May 2 Arts & Ag Markets- The 2025 Market Season kicks off at Swanny Park from 5-8 p.m.
May 2 Midnight in Manhattan: 2025 Benefit Gala & Fine Art Auction- The Art Center of Western Colorado will transport guests to the glamour of 1950s with Manhattan for Midnight in Manhattan: 2025 Benefit Gala & Fine Art Auction. As our largest annual fundraiser, this unforgettable evening will feature live and silent auctions, entertainment by The Theatre Project, themed cocktails, and more, all in support of the arts. For tickets and more information: www.gjartcenter.org or call 970.243.7337.
May 3 Thrive Moab—A Celebration of Community & Mental Wellness- An inspiring day filled with wellness practices, mental health education, and community engagement. Whether you’re looking to explore new ways to support your well-being, connect with others, or simply enjoy a day of growth and positivity, this event is for you. At Moab Arts and Recreation Center (Moab Arts). 10am–2pm, Free Admission. See pg 9B
May 3 Mountain States Bumble Bee Atlas- The Mountain States Bumble Bee Atlas which is a community science project aimed at tracking and conserving bumble bees across Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, and Nevada will be hosting a field training event at Professor Creek Trailhead. Professor Creek/Mary Jane Canyon Trail (Castle Valley, UT) Register here. More info at bumblebeeatlas.org
May 3 Kigalia Fine Arts- Kigalia Arts Market
May 3–30 Kigalia Art Show- Edge of the Cedars Museum
May 3–4 Moab Golf Course Tournament- Canyonlands Amateur (Men) To sign up for a tournament call the pro shop at (435) 259–6488. www.moabgolfcourse.com
May 3–4 TransRockies Moab Fondo Fest- We're bringing you two incredible events, and the choice is yours—Gran Fondo Moab on Saturday or Gravel Fondo Moab on Sunday. Or, for the ultimate challenge, tackle both events back-to-back! Info at www.moabfondofest.com/
May 5–9 Watercolor Plein Air Painting Workshop- In Utah State Parks near Moab. Info at www.carolnewsomart.com
May 8 Art Reception- "Passionate Landscapes" featuring the art of Nancye Culbreath and Sandi Snead. 4-7 at the Moab Arts and Recreation Center (Moab Arts)
May 8 Concerts in Grand Junction- Dwight Yoakam as well as The Mavericks will be performing at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park in Grand Junction. Gate open at 6pm and show starts at 7pm. See pg 8A
May 8–11 Raptors on the Rocks- Gathering of Raptor enthusiasts from all over the globe. Come and enjoy the trails, scenery and camaraderie. Registration at raptoraddiction.myshopify.com. Info at www.raptorsontherocks.com
May 9 Skate Moab- Family Skate Night, all ages, 6–8pm, Old Spanish Trail Arena Pavilion
May 11 Mother's Day
May 17 C10 Red Rock Retreat- Classic GM Truck Show. Time to withdraw from everyday life, rest, and relax with beatiful Classic GM trucks in Moab’s Red Rock beauty! A charity event for the City of Moab and the Grand County Search and Rescue Team.9am–4pm at Swanny City Park
May 17–18 Moab Golf Course Tournament- Desert Duster 2 Lady Bestball (Women—entries open 3/11/25) To sign up for a tournament call the pro shop at (435) 259–6488. www.moabgolfcourse.com
May 17–18 Barrels 4 Bucks- Barrel racing competition. Old Spanish Trail Arena. www.barrels4bucks.mysite.com
May 20 The Far-Reaching Consequences of Nuclear Weapons- Mary Dickson’s powerful speech, delves into the devastating and lasting impacts of nuclear weapons testing and production on human health and the environment. Drawing from her personal experiences as a “downwinder” affected by atmospheric tests at the Nevada Test Site, Dickson highlights the widespread legacy of fallout and the enduring suffering caused by nuclear weapons. She underscores the need for public awareness of the continuing health impacts of nuclear weapons, the urgent need for justice for victims, and the prevention of resumed nuclear testing. 6:30pm at Moab Arts (MARC)111 E 100 N.
May 25–26 Moab Arts Festival- Swanny Park. www.moabartsfestival.org
May 26 Memorial Day
May 30 Free Movie Moab Summer Film Series: Screening of Wild Robot- Movies screened are family friendly, with a wide variety of new titles and classics from every genre. Movies in the Park start at dark (around 8 p.m.). Visit www.MoabCity.org for updates and film selections.
May 30 Skate Moab- Free Night, all ages, 6–8pm. Old Spanish Trail Arena Pavilion
May 30 Annual Spring Swing Golf Tournament- presented by the Moab Chamber of Commerce. 435-259-8825, www.moabchamber.com
May 31 Service Saturday at Arches- Show your love for Arches National Park by helping clean up litter or pull weeds at a popular parking lot or trailhead! All equipment will be provided and all ages and abilities welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Location and other details will be determined one week from the date of event. Each participant will receive a special thank-you item for volunteering time to care for the national park. 8:30–10am. For more information or to sign up, please email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov or call 435-719-2214.
May 31–Jun 1 Moab Golf Course Tournament- Wng Dinger Mixed Eclectic (mixed) To sign up for a tournament call the pro shop at (435) 259–6488. www.moabgolfcourse.com
May 31–Jun 1 Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo- The Canyonlands Rodeo is part of the All American ProRodeo Series and a member of the PRCA - Pro Rodeo Cowboy Association. Friday & Saturday: Doors open 6pm, Pre-Show 6:30pm, Rodeo begins at 7pm. Sunday Matinee: Doors open at 2pm, Pre Show 2:30pm, Rodeo begins at 3:00 PM
Sunday Art Sessions at Red Cliff Lodge
Class includes materials, instruction, and your keepsake masterpiece. Follow us on Social for the weekly scheduled activity. Year Around on Sunday. Session Time: 10-11:30am. $40. www.redcliffslodge.com/activities
KZMU Radio Programs
Hardback Radio on KZMU The library teams up with Back of Beyond Books to bring you the latest exciting literary news, and discuss the best of what we're reading. First Monday of every month at 5pm on KZMU radio. 9.1 or 106.7 FM
The History Hour Hosted by local guide Blaine Reniger, through storytelling and conversation with expert guests, the show covers the significant people, places and events that have shaped Moab and the surrounding area. Last Monday of every month at 4PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
This Week in Moab The longest running public affairs show on KZMU features live, civic-related discussions about the goings-on in the Moab community. Join hosts for conversations on what’s happening locally and in our region! (Almost) every Monday at 5PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
Chef's Adventures with Buck and Bernie Join chef Tim Buckingham and chef Bernard Guillas on their culinary adventures featuring travel, culture, friendship and recipes in each episode. First Monday of every month at 4PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
Art Talks
Explore the world of art and culture in Moab, throughout Utah and the Southwest with Art Talks! Host Richard Codd interviews artists and features artistic events. Third Monday of every month at 4PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
The Moab Peace Choir Tuesdays at 6pm
@Hearthspacemoab @Helipadmoab 239 W Center. Connect through the power of your voice, no singing background required. Reach out to Leeya Katrina Shaw on Instagram: @leeyakatrinamusic
Delicate Stitchers Quilt Guild Meeting- Delicate Stitchers Quilt Guild meets monthly the second Tuesday of each month at the Grand Center, 182 North 500 W. An informal time to visit begins at 6 p.m. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Meetings include a lesson and show and tell, when members have a chance to show off their latest projects. For more information, call Mary Wakeley, Guild president, at 815-712-6169.
Grand County Public Library's 2nd Wednesday Book Club meets at 6 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. All are welcome! Call the library at 435-259-1111 to learn more or to reserve a copy of the monthly book selection. Info at www.grandcountyutah.net/638/Book-Clubs.
Moab Swing Dance Community Wednesday evenings 7pm at the MARC, 111 E 100 N, This is a progressive series—no experience or partner required. facebook: @moabswingdance
Moab Taiko Dan (Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm) a local drumming group specializing in the art of Japanese drumming, is recruiting beginners. Center Street Gym.
Text 435-201-0209 for info.
Figure Model Session with Live Model (Thursday Nov 14 6–9pm. No sessions on Nov 28 and Dec.) at the MARC: all skill levels and mediums welcome (must provide own materials), $10 suggested donation at the door, contact facilitator Greg MacDonald at greg@studiowhat.net for more information
Free Community Lunch Thursdays from 11:30am to 1:00pm at the St. Francis Episcopal Church (250 Kane Creek Boulevard, Moab). Free lunches for all who come by. Homemade soups (always several choices) or sandwiches, bread (chips with sandwiches), dessert, coffee and water. Call St. Francis Episcopal Church at 435 259-5831 for information.
Grand County Public Library's Castle Valley Book Club meets at 10am on the last Friday of each month at the Castle Valley Town Pavilion. (11/29, 12/27) All are welcome! Call the library at 435-259-1111 to learn more or to reserve a copy of the monthly book selection. Info at www.grandcountyutah.net/638/Book-Clubs.
Free Community Food Pantry Fridays from 4-5:30pm at the St. Francis Episcopal Church (250 Kane Creek Boulevard, Moab) No ID, no name, no address, no personal information needed. We always have canned goods, bagged goods, meat. We often have bread, fresh produce, milk, cheese, fruit juice, eggs. Also personal toiletries, cleaning supplies, diapers, dog food. Feel free to pick up for someone who can't get out, or someone who is working. Call St. Francis Episcopal Church at 435 259-5831 for information.
Grand Junction: Fun at the Fairgrounds- Fridays from 5:30–8pm at Orchard Mesa Lion's Club Park, 2770 US50,Grand Junction) Food trucks, vendors, bounce house, family fun, movie nights. Info: kayla@juncsure.com
Moab Valley Multicultural Center Food Pantry
Clients may access the Food Pantry once every two weeks. Schedule: Mon Wed Thu: 9am-12pm, 1-5pm
Tue: 9am-12pm, 2:30-5pm, Fri: 9am-12pm
LUNCH at the Grand Center,
182 N. 500 W. Noon on Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri under 60: $6.00 over 60: $2.50 suggested donation
Moab Arts Center Classes Visit our website at
www.MoabArts.org for the most recent class schedule.
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