Calendar

JANUARY 15

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

Grand County Library and Moab Poets and Writers present a Night of Poetry and Conversation, “The Poems Of Billy Collins” – US Poet Laureate 2001 -2003, a presentation by Nancy Kurtz at 6 p.m. in the large meeting room at the Grand County Library, 257 E. Center St.

Boys basketball plays San Juan at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

JANUARY 16

Roller Derby practice, 7:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. At the Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center Street.

Free screening of “Blood Brother” at 7 p.m., at Star Hall, 159 E. Center Street. The film follows the story of a young man’s decision to move to India and restart his life in an orphanage for children with HIV. The award-winning movie is made available through the Grand County Public Library and Utah Film Center

Pool tournament, 8 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 17

Shattered Aftermath will play live music at Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 18

Storytime, 10:30 a.m. At the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Contra dance at the Moab Arts and Recreation Center, 111 E. 100 North. 8 p.m., with a lesson for

beginners at 7:30. Live music by the Moab Community Dance Band with guest dance caller, Ron Young from Grand Junction. Everyone is welcome; no partner or experience needed. $7 suggested donation to benefit the band’s workshop fund, to help bring two professional contra dance musicians to

Moab in March.

Shattered Aftermath will play live music at Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 19

WabiSabi Sunday Brunches, every Sunday until Feb. 23, 10 a.m. To 12:30 p.m. at Sabaku, 90 E. Center St. Everyone is invited to these free and/or by donation meals. No reservations necessary! For more information call 259-2553.

Pool tournament, 1 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 20

Free entrance into national parks and monuments, such as Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument. Other days this year include Presidents’ Day Weekend, Feb. 15 to 17; First Weekend of National Park Week, April 19 and 20; National Park Service Birthday, Aug. 25; National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27; and Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

JANUARY 21

Fun, stories, songs and crafts at 10: 30 a.m., at the Castle Valley Branch Library.

Girls basketball plays Emery at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

JANUARY 22

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

JANUARY 23

WabiSabi Nonprofit Network Workshop: Crowdfunding for yourCause – 1:30 to 5 p.m. at Zion’s Bank, 300 S. Main St. Devin Thorpe, author of “Crowdfunding for Social Good”will provide keys needed to maximize fund raising success with crowd funding events. Excellent prep for the 2014 Love/Give Utah Event and much more. Free, donations accepted. Call 259-2553 to RSVP.

Roller Derby practice, 7:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. At the Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center Street.

Pool tournament, 8 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

The Aggie Music Project (AMP) will perform at 7 p.m., at Star Hall, 159 E. Center Street. The group features Utah State University jazz faculty who are dedicated to performing and teaching jazz, blues, rock, funk, R&B, and other contemporary music styles.

JANUARY 24

Boys basketball plays South Sevier at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

Transitions presents Swank with techno-house drum and bass at 9 p.m., at Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 25-26

Moab Midwinter Mayhem III – Roller Derby returns to the desert. Two days of roller derby with skaters from all over the southwest. Main event (UT vs CO) will be Saturday night. $10For more info visit moabrollerderby.com or call 435-210-0188.

JANUARY 25

Storytime, 10:30 a.m. At the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Boys basketball plays North Sevier at 4:30 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

JANUARY 26

WabiSabi Sunday Brunches, every Sunday until Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sabaku, 90 E. Center St. Everyone is invited to these free and/or by donation meals. No reservations necessary! For more information call 259-2553.

Pool tournament, 1 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 28

Fun, stories, songs and crafts at 10: 30 a.m., at the Castle Valley Branch Library.

Girls Basketball plays Dove Creek at 5:30 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

JANUARY 29

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

Grand County Wrestling duals against Dove Creek at 6 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

JANUARY 30

Roller Derby practice, 7:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. At the Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center Street.

Pool tournament, 8 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

JANUARY 31

The Castle Valley Reading Group will meet at 11 a.m. At the Castle Valley Library. They will be discussing the movie “I Am”, which was directed by Tom Shadyac. The movie will not be shown during the discussion, but it will be available at the Castle Valley branch will be available to check-out to view.

Boys basketball plays Wasatch Academy at 4:30 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

FEBRUARY 1

Storytime, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Moab Regional Hospital’s annual health fair is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Canyonlands Community Recycling’s (CCR) annual Trashion Show at Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North. Arrive in your best fashion made from trash and recycled materials. Dance to the Boom Boom Room, show off your recycled style, enjoy live entertainment. All proceeds will help support CCR’s education and outreach programs and recycling events such as the Paper Drive and Electronics Waste & Battery Drive. Admission is $10 with a costume and $15 without.

FEBRUARY 2

WabiSabi Sunday Brunches, every Sunday until Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sabaku, 90 E. Center St. Everyone is invited to these free and/or by donation meals. No reservations necessary! For more information call 259-2553.

Pool tournament, 1 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

FEBRUARY 4

Fun, stories, songs and crafts at 10: 30 a.m., at the Castle Valley Branch Library.

Girls Basketball plays San Juan at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

FEBRUARY 5

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

FEBRUARY 7

Boys basketball plays Duchesne at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

FEBRUARY 8

Chocolate Lovers Festival from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Moab Arts and Recreation Center (MARC), 111 E. 100 North. This year’s theme is Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Lovers Festival. For more info visit moabbeacon.net or call 435-259-2767.

10th Annual Robert Burns Tribute Concert – Join Artist-in-Residence Christopher Layer and guest artist Kate MacLeod at the 10th annual Robert Burns Tribute Concert.The Moab Community Dance Band will assist in this celebration of the life and works of poet Robert “Robbie” Burns. The event is free but donations are accepted at the door. Proceeds benefit the Moab Music Festival Educational Outreach Fund. Event begins at 6pm at the Grand Center, 182 North 500 West. For more info visit moabmusicfest.org or call 435-259-7003.

Rhinestones and Red Rocks Drag Show, 7 p.m., at Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

FEBRUARY 9

WabiSabi Sunday Brunches, every Sunday until Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sabaku, 90 E. Center St. Everyone is invited to these free and/or by donation meals. No reservations necessary! For more information call 259-2553.

Pool tournament, 1 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

FEBRUARY 12

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

FEBRUARY 14

Girls Basketball plays South Sevier at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

FEB. 15 to 17

Free entrance into national parks and monuments, such as Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument. Other days this year include First Weekend of National Park Week, April 19 and 20; National Park Service Birthday, Aug. 25; National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27; and Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

FEBRUARY 15

Girls Basketball plays North Sevier at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

Seekhaven’s annual fundraiser, Puttin’ on the Ritz begins with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West. All proceeds will go towards supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. For information: Seekhaven Family Crisis and Resource Center at 435-259-2229.

Red Hot – A 55k and 33k trail running race featuring Gold Bar and Poison Spider. For more info visit grassrootsevents.net/home/moabs-red-hot-55k-33k or call 719-429-9501.

FEBRUARY 16

WabiSabi Sunday Brunches, every Sunday until Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sabaku, 90 E. Center St. Everyone is invited to these free and/or by donation meals. No reservations necessary! For more information call 259-2553.

Pool tournament, 1 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

FEBRUARY 17

Holiday: President’s Day

FEBRUARY 18

Boys basketball plays Emery at 7 p.m. at the Grand County High School gymnasium, 608 S. 400 East.

FEBRUARY 19

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

FEBRUARY 23

WabiSabi Sunday Brunches, every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sabaku, 90 E. Center St. Everyone is invited to these free and/or by donation meals. No reservations necessary! For more information call 259-2553.

Pool tournament, 1 p.m., Frankie D’s, 44 W. 200 North.

FEBRUARY 26

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

FEBRUARY 27

Moab Adult Spelling Bee is at Star Hall, 151 E. Center St. Teams will compete to raise money for the Grand County Education Foundation, which has awarded over $40,000 to fund education related programs for children in Moab. Last year’s Bee raised $3000.

FEBUARY 28-MARCH 3

Poison Spider Thaw – Fun bike demo weekend with parties and scheduled activities. Event starts off with a women’s skills clinic and meet & greet party. Come join the fun with local guides and legends of the sport! For more info visit poisonspiderbicycles.com or call 435-259-7882

MARCH 5

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

MARCH 8 – MARCH 11

Moab Skinny Tire Festival – Road Cycling Tour – Four days of road cycling along the Colorado River, Dead Horse Point State Park, and the coveted ride through Arches National Park. This event benefits cancer survivorship programs and research. For more info visitskinnytireevents.com or call 435.260.8889.

MARCH 12

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

MARCH 14 – MARCH 15

Canyonlands Half Marathon – Join us for the 39th annual Canyonlands Half Marathon and Five Mile Run! The scenic USATF sanctioned and certified course follows the Colorado River through a dramatic redrock canyon. Food, awards, raffle, beer and live music await you at the finish in downtown Moab. Registration is $75 and opens on Wednesday, November 13. This race is on a first-come, first served basis. For more info visit moabhalfmarathon.com or call 435-259-4525.

MARCH 19

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

“Short plays night” presented by Mike Duncan for the Moab Poets and Writers. All local authors, directors and actors are welcome to write, act, direct a play, or to relax and enjoy the performances at 6 p.m., in the large meeting room at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

MARCH 21 – MARCH 22

Moab Munifest – The Moab Mountain Unicycling Festival (Munifest) is the most fun you can have on a unicycle! Hosted at the intersection of the world’s best trails and scenery, Moab is the perfect place for a festival of riding, food, and fun in southern Utah’s playground. In other words, it’s a party and a chance for riders of all skills levels from around the world to come together to have a great time unicycling! For more info visitmunifest.us or call 801-742-1826.

MARCH 22- MARCH 23

24 Hours of Utah – It is a series of endurance races that brings out the sense of adventure, stubborn determination and fun in every competitor! This race is all day and all night where runners can participate in a number of distances or timed events. For more info visithttp://geminiadventures.com/new/?page_id=109 or call 303-249-1112.

MARCH 26

Walking aerobics class, 8:20 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Strong women stay strong: moderate free weight training, 9 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Tai Chi classes, 10 a.m. at the Grand Center, 182 N. 500 West.

Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. at the Grand County Public Library, 257 E. Center St.

Pickleball, noon to 3:30 p.m., Center Street Gym, 203 E. Center St.

MARCH 29

Behind the Rocks – A 54 and 28 mile trail running race featuring Behind the Rocks, Amasa, Hurrah Pass and Hunter Canyon. For more info visitgrassrootsevents.net/home/moabs-red-hot-55k-33k or call 719-429-9501.

MARCH 29-30

Barrel Racing at the Old Spanish Trail Arena – See fast horses & their riders in 2 days of competition at the Old Spanish Trail Arena (3641 S Highway 191). Free Admission. For more info visit racingintherockies.com or call 970-390-3712.

APRIL 5

2nd Annual Utah Fallen Peace Officer Trail Ride – Honor our hero’s on The 2nd Annual Fallen Peace Officer Trail Ride. All are welcome to join in this 14 mile OHV trail just outside Moab city limits. Come honor Utah’s brave men & women who have worn the badge and have fallen. To reister, visit upoa.org or call 801-313-0760.

Adventure Xstream Adventure Race – The 14th Annual Adventure Xstream Moab Adventure race returns as the most exciting and challenging multi-sport races in the country. Solo racers or teams will mountain bike, kayak, trail run, and rappel through Moab’s magnificent back country. For more info visit AdventureXstream.com or call 970-403-5320.

APRIL 12-20

2014 Moab Easter Jeep Safari

Easter Jeep Safari consists of trail rides, mostly day long trips, departing from Moab throughout this week long event. The Red Rock 4-Wheelers of Moab officially runs approximately 9 different trails every day, with “Big Saturday” culminating in the largest ever single trail ride departure happening – around 30 groups line up in down town Moab to head off in every direction for 30 different trails! For more info visit rr4w.com

April 19 and 20

Free entrance into national parks and monuments, such as Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument. Other days this year include National Park Service Birthday, Aug. 25; National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27; and Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

APRIL 25-27

Moab April Action Car Show – Celebrating our 22nd year. There will be a rod run to Dead Horse State Park on Friday, Saturday is the big show, and Sunday features a second Rod Run. For more info visit moabaprilaction.moab21.com.

MAY 1-4

Moab Photography Symposium – The Moab Photography Symposium is the premier photography event in the Four Corners area. Join us for 8 feature presentations, workshops, image sharing and good camaraderie all in beauty of the Moab area. The 2014 event celebrates the 50th anniversary of Canyonlands NP. Registration required. For more info visit moabphotosym.com or call 435-259-4176.

MAY 3

Gran Fondo Moab – A timed road bicycle event held Moab, Utah. Going from the beautiful red rocks along the Colorado River up over the La Sal mountains. The ride is 60 miles with 5500 feet of climbing. Ride it for fun or race your friends! For more info visit granfondomoab.com or call 435-654-8650.

Amasa – A 16.5, 9.5, and 6.5 mile trail running race featuring Amasa Back and Jackson Hole. For more info visitgrassrootsevents.net/home/moabs-red-hot-55k-33k or call 719-429-9501.

MAY 14-17

Discount Tire Rally on the Rocks – We offer trails for the beginner with incredible scenery and vistas, to the most challenging and demanding that will be sure to test driver and machine. Each day we have numerous guided, utv friendly, trails planned throughout the Moab area. Many including casual scenic routes and demanding technical routes for the most experienced operators. For more info visit rallyontherocks.com or call 435-851-3637.

MAY 24-25

Moab Arts-Beer-Wine Festival – 21 year old arts festival is adding a beer and wine festival partner for 2014. Live music, beer and wine tastings, over 100 quality artists displaying their art and cultural entertainment for all ages. Free admission at a beautiful shaded city park. For more info visit moabartsfestival.org or call 435-259-8431.

MAY 26

Holiday: Memorial Day

JUNE 6-7

Thelma & Louise Half Marathon – It’ll be a wild ride – run with your best friend, your mom, your daughter, or new friends through the intense, gorgeous landscape of the outlaw heroines’ journey. The 3rd annual Thelma & Louise Women’s Half Marathon will inspire, challenge and give back. Proceeds go to two organizations that support women and girls: Girls on the Run and Seekhaven Family Crisis Center. For more info visitmoabhalfmarathon.com/tlhm/index.cfm or call 435-259-4525.

JUNE 7-8

Red Rock Circuit – AQHA, UQHA approved horse show with open all breed classes. For more info visit moabhorseshow.com or call 435-259-8240.

JUNE 13-14

Rockwell Relay: Moab to St. George – Moab to St. George is taking three of your friends and bicycle non-stop from Moab to St. George. One teammate in the saddle at all times makes for a “never forget” experience. The course will follow the scenic backroads of southern Utah, traveling through two national parks and Utah’s most beautiful landscapes. Covering 530 miles of majestic beauty, it will test your mind, body, and soul. For more info visit rockwellrelay.com or call 801-643-4673.

JUNE 15-21

Gemini Events Desert RATS – Racers will run from Grand Junction, Colorado to world famous Moab, Utah along the beautiful 148-mile Kokopelli Trail. Distances will range from 9 and 50 miles per day. This is a grueling event that will challenge the most seasoned athletes, yet it is designed so that less experienced ultrarunners can train for and successfully complete the course. For more info visitgeminiadventures.com or call 303-249-1112.

JUNE 15-24

Desert RATS (a multi-day footrace adventure) – Racers will run from Grand Junction, Colorado to the world famous Moab, Utah along the beautiful 148-mile Kokopelli trail. Distances will range from day to day between 9 and 50 miles. For more info visithttp://geminiadventures.com/new/?page_id=130 or call 303-249-1112.

JUNE 28

Dawg Days of Summer BBQ & Silent Auction – Join us Saturday June 28 from 5:00-8:00 at Old City Park for our Annual Dawg Days of Summer BBQ & Silent Auction Benefit for the Humane Society of Moab Valley. Relax and enjoy the tunes of local musicians while treating your taste buds to a delicious backyard BBQ. Yyou won’t want to resist bidding on the many luxury gift items at our silent auction! For tickets or more info visitmoabpets.org or call (435) 259-4862.

JULY 4

HOLIDAY: INDEPENDENCE DAY

JULY 5

Canyonlands Music Festival – Don’t miss Moab’s dynamic new one-day music celebration, Canyonlands Music Festival! This year’s lineup features a start-studded roster of America’s best rock, hip-hop, blues, country, and bluegrass artists. A portion of this year’s proceeds will be donated to Seekhaven, a nonprofit organization serving victims of domestic abuse. The event will be held from 2-10pm at the Old Spanish Trail Arena. Admission is $20 in advance or $25 at the gate.For more info visit canyonlandsmusicfest.com or call 512-264-4594.

AUGUST 25

Free entrance into national parks and monuments, such as Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument. Other days this year include National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27; and Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

AUGUST 28-29

2014 Utah State H.O.G. Rally – State H.O.G. Rallies are a Harley-Davidson Motor Company event. There is a strong sense of camaraderie between Harley riders and H.O.G. members. The State Rally program offers another opportunity for H.O.G. members to celebrate Harley-Davidson® motorcycle ownership by gathering to enjoy each other’s road stories and ride together. We also will choose a local charity to support during our event. Local residents are encouraged to participate as spectators at our events, including our bike games, our bike show and our bikini bike wash. For more info visit utstatehogrally.com or call 385-414-8048.

AUGUST 28 – SEPTEMBER 8

Moab Music Festival – The award-winning Moab Music Festival brings world-class musicians to stunning red rock venues around Moab, Utah for a feast of chamber music, jazz, and traditional music concerts. We call it “music in concert with the landscape,” celebrating old and new chamber music, jazz with a Latin flavor, and traditional music from around the globe. For more info visit moabmusicfest.org or call 435-259-7003.

SEPTEMBER 1

HOLIDAY: LABOR DAY

SEPTEMBER 19-21

Moab Century Tour – Landscape Worth Training For! Canyons, River, Mountains – Utah’s most scenic road cycling routes with 40, 65, and 100 mile options. Three days of fabulous road cycling. For more info visit skinnytireevents.com or call 4352608889.

SEPTEMBER 19-23

Moab International Film Festival – Our purpose is to showcase stellar independent films of cultural and educational value for film-goers to enjoy. We aim to share uniquely powerful stories, concepts, and ideas from around the world. In addition, we seek to further independent films which have a positive effect on society. For more info visit moabfilmfestival.org or call 435-261-2393.

SEPTEMBER 20

Moab Autumn Run – The Moab Autumn Run is a 10k / 5k / kids k benefit run for the Grand County High School boys and girls cross country teams. Participants in all three races will receive a technical t-shirt, finishing medal and end-of-run refreshments. Races begin and end at Swanny City Park just a few short blocks north of downtown Moab. For more info visit moabautumnrun.org or call 435-259-4097.

SEPTEMBER 22-28

Moab Pride Festival – The Moab Pride Festival and Moab Gay Adventure week is a week long celebration of adventure, awareness and acceptance. Throughout the festival Moab Pride seeks to contribute to the overall health & well-being of the Moab GLBTQ community & beyond. We accomplish this by raising awareness & offering support through integrative entertaining & educational programs and events for everyone. Engaging & partnering with the whole community to create a more informed public- challenged & delighted by a deeper understanding of individual experiences, ideas & motivations. Come celebrate with us! For more info visit moabpride.org or call 801-792-3426.

SEPTEMBER 24-28

3rd Anunal RedRockin – The Third Annual Red Rockin’ ATV-UTV Trails ride – 3 days of guided trails Sept. 25, 26, 27, 2014. Skills and Thrills competition after the ride for swag and prizes. A Country Concert held Friday 7:30pm, Sept 26th, 2014, at the Old Spanish Trail Arena. Vendors, Prizes, Drawings, new models of Yamaha ATV & UTV’s on site demo rides. Family fun! For more info visit moabatv-utv.com or call 435-260-9628 / 435-260-8726.

SEPTEMBER 26-27

Native American Rug Auction – Weaver Demonstrations and Native American Rug Auction. Over 200 contemporary and antique Native American rugs will be auctioned, with 80% of proceeds going directly to the weavers. Sponsored by Canyonlands Natural History Association and featuring R.B.Burnham & Co. auctioneers. Auction held at the Grand Center, 182 North 500 West. Weaving demonstrations held at Arches National Park Visitor Center. For more info visit cnha.org or call 800-840-8978 ext.10.

SEPTEMBER 27

Free entrance into national parks and monuments, such as Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument. Veterans Day, Nov. 11 will also be a free entrance day.

OCTOBER 1-5

Outerbike – Outerbike is a chance for you to test ride next year’s bikes and gear on world-class roads and trails in Moab, Utah. For three days, the world’s best bike and gear manufacturers will be set up at the Outerbike Expo site. You can walk through and see next year’s innovations, pick a bike you’d like to try, and take it for a ride. Repeat as needed 🙂 Your $155 registration fee buys you lunches, shuttled rides, prizes, movies, and entrance to our evening parties! For more info visit outerbike.com/ or call 435 259 8732.

OCTOBER 3-11

Plein Air Moab – Plein Air Moab is an 8-day gathering of local and nationally known artists celebrating open air painting in breathtaking environments. PleinAir Moab culminates in competitions, awards and sale of art work. Most events are free and open to the public. For more info visit pleinairmoab.com or call 435-259-6272.

OCTOBER 10-12

55th Annual Moab Rock Gem and Mineral Show – Rock, gem, and mineral sales and display. Vendors, demonstrations, spin tables. Field trips: Sat-Septarian nodules, Sun-Yellow Cat limb casts. Meet at Spanish trail arena @ 8:30am. For more info visit moabrockclub.com or call 435-259-3393.

OCTOBER 13

Holiday: Columbus Day

OCTOBER 23-26

Moab Ho Down Mountain Bike and Film Festival 9th Annual – Mountain bike fundraising, racing, riding, dirt jumping, partying extravaganza! Mountain bike movies! Women’s Skills Camps! Enduro Racing! Jump Jam! Raffles!! Amazing prizes and the most fun you can have on two wheels! For more info visit moabhodown.com or call 435-259-4688.

OCTOBER 25

Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival – The Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival is Moab’s quirky fun fall festival! There’s something for everyone from live bluegrass music, kids activities, pie-eating contests, and of course, trebuchets, catapults, and slingshots launching pumpkins through the sky! For more info visit youthgardenproject.org/pumpkinchuckin or call 435-259-2326.

Zombi 5k – The third annual Zombi 5k takes place along Millcreek Parkway in Moab. Choose to be a runner or Zombie in this dusk run with obstacles. Runners get a belt with two life tags and zombies try and take those lives. Register at zombi5k.com or call 435-260-0366 for more info.

NOVEMBER 5-8

Moab Senior Games – To improve the quality of life for adults ages 50+ by providing athletic competition and social opportunities that promote a healthy and active lifestyle. For more info visit moabseniorgames.com or call 435-260-0161.

NOVEMBER 7-9

Moab Folk Festival – The Moab Folk Festival is a 3-day music event with 12 performers, workshops, local educational outreach, and art vendors. For more info visit moabfolkfestival.com or call 435-259-3198.

NOVEMBER 11

Free entrance into national parks and monuments, such as Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument.

NOVEMBER 27

Holiday: Thanksgiving Day