May 1 Paint the Town: Golden Age of Hollywood- Benefit Gala Fine Art Auction to help support The Art Center of Grand Junction.Complete with signature cocktails, live art auctions, silent auction, and live entertainment. Tickets $65 for one, $120 for two. gjartcenter.org

May 1 Live Music: Spanish Valley Winery- Jon O

May 1 & 2 Live Music: Blu Pig- Mountain Country with Jim Fish

May 1–2 Mesas to Monuments Quilt Show- Brought to you by Sunset Slope Quilters. Bring your friends and family and enjoy our biennial quilt show! 200 quilts, antique bed turning 11 a.m. each day, trunk show by featured artist Sharon Braunagel at 2pm each day, quilts for sale, silent auction/buy-it-now, boutique, 18 vendors, kids-of-all-ages corner, blackout BINGO! Friday 10–5; Saturday 10–4. Admission $8.00, 12 and under free. Grand Junction Convention Center, 159 Main Street, Grand Junction, Colorado. More info: www.sunsetslopequilters.com

May 1-14 Round Up at the Register for Moab Community Childcare- When you shop at Moonflower, you will have the option of rounding up your purchase total to the nearest whole dollar amount, and 100% of your change will go directly to this organization! 8am–8pm at Moonflower Co-op

May 2 30th Annual Kyle Petty Ride Across America- Famous charity ride will stop in Moab this night for a free fan event. Meet participating celebrities while they raise money for Victory Junction and children's charities. 6pm at Holiday Inn Express, 1515 N. US-191, Moab. www.kylepettycharityride.com

May 2 Thrive Moab: Community Mental Wellness Festival- This free, community-wide event centers connection, creativity, and the many ways we show up for mental wellness in Moab. 12–5pm at Rotary Park. More details at wellnesscollectivemoab.com.

May 2 Moab Open Flea Market- Everyone is WELCOME to participate. No need to RSVP just show up. Welcome to bring your own blanket, table, tent. Goal is to encourage LOCAL reduce, reuse, recycle. Swap, barter, exchange, give away, advertise, market, non-profits encouraged. Hours are 9:00am–Noon. For info contact Char @text (801)870-4062

May 2 Archaeology Day- A celebration of the rich heritage of Southeast Utah and brings a wide variety of people together to listen to lectures and demonstrations, participate in hands-ons activities, and tours of local ruins. See Jewelry Making, Pueblo Weaving, Flint Knapping, Yucca Basketry, Wood Carving, Lectures and Throw Atlatls. Sponsored by Kigalia Fine Arts Council and Edge of the Cedars State Park and Museum. 10am–4pm at Edge of the Cedars Museum, 660 W 400 N Blanding UT. Info:435-678-2238.

May 2 2026 Arts Market- Presented by the Kigalia Fine Arts Council and Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum in conjunction with the museum’s annual Archaeological Day celebration in Blanding, Utah.10am–4pm at Edge of the Cedars State Park & Museum, 660 W 400 N Blanding UT. Info:435-678-2238. See ad pg 12A

May 2–3 Golf Tournament- Canyonlands Amateur, men. To sign up for a tournament, please call the Moab Golf Course pro shop at (435) 259 – 6488.

May 2–3 TransRockies Moab Fondo Fest- On Saturday, the TransRockies Gran Fondo Moab returns to the iconic La Sal Loop in 2026. On Sunday, join us for the second edition of the TransRockies Gravel Fondo Moab. After a two-year hiatus, the classic La Sal Loop Route is officially back for the 2026 Gran Fondo Moab—and trust us, it was worth the wait. Info at www.moabfondofest.com

May 2–3 Green River Watermelon Crawl: San Rafael Swell / Green River Ride- This OHV event showcases the spectacular trail systems of Green River and the San Rafael Swell while supporting our local business community. Info: greenriverwatermeloncrawl.com

May 2–4 12th Annual Moab Rocks- Mountain bike race over three fully supported stages—covering 76 miles (123km) and 7,800 feet (2,400m) of elevation—you’ll race on legendary trails like Porcupine Rim and modern classics like Bar M Trails and Mag 7. Info at www.moab-rocks.com

May 3 Radical Rest with Sam- A 90-minute practice of breathwork, restorative yoga, yoga nidra, and sound healing. Restore your body, recalibrate your mind, and receive deep rest. Donation-based and open to all—come as you are. 6:30pm at Wellness Collective, 76 South 100 West—in the Back of Red Rock Bakery. Sign up at wellnesscollectivemoab.com.

May 3 Live Music: Blu Pig- DJ Williams Band

May 4 Live Music: Blu Pig- Denver Venoit & Jay Gavin

May 5 Live Music: Blu Pig- Eric Brors

May 6 Author Book Presentation and Reading- Author and adventurer Bridget A. Lyons will present some of the amazing creatures she profiles in her book, Entwined: Dispatches from the Intersection of Species, a collection of 14 essays that braid stories about her encounters with our wild, nonhuman neighbors with careful observation, scientific research, and wonder. Bridget will read excerpts from her book and facilitate a community discussion about what we all can do to foster an environment in which all species on the planet can thrive together. Free! 7pm at Moab Library, 257 E Center St. Presented by Grand County Public Library and Back of Beyond Books. For more info call 435-259-1111 or visit www.moablibrary.org

May 6 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night

May 7 Supplement Thursday- Co-op owners, stock up and save on supplements on the first Saturday of every month at Moonflower! All dietary supplements, vitamins, minerals, tinctures, medicinal herbs, and other items in this department will be 10% off for co-op owners. Pure Synergy products will remain at the same year-round discount for owners. 8am–8pm at Moonflower Co-op

May 7 Live Music: Blu Pig- Lost Buffalo

May 7–10 Raptors on the Rocks- Raptors on the Rocks offers curated trail rides on EJS and County B roads. Attendees come from across the US, and include some from the local Moab area. The event is based at the Old Spanish Trail Arena, where attendees gather in the morning prior to heading out on trail rides and returning in the late afternoon. A public car show will be included in this year's event, giving everyone in the Moab area a chance to see a variety of vehicles on display. On Saturday evening, there will be a catered dinner at the arena for all participants.

May 7–10 Desert Reverie- Music and arts festival entering our third year in Moab is an intimate, community-focused gathering with live music that begins in the afternoons and continues into the night. Attendees are encouraged to camp on-site, enjoy Moab during the day, and engage with the event in a relaxed, respectful environment. In addition to music, the festival includes food trucks, local vendors, and creative workshops. The event takes place at The Land, a private outdoor music venue in Moab. www.desertreveriefest.com

May 8 Spring Swing Golf Tournament- Chamber of Commerce sponsored.

May 8 Arts & Ag- A free, family-friendly outdoor market at Swanny City Park featuring local and regional artists, food, produce, activities and live music. This market will be held alongside the Moab Free Concert Series. Swanny Park is located at 400N 100 W; please note that dogs are not allowed at the city park. www.moabarts.org

May 8 Movies at Swanny Park: Freakier Friday- Free movie series are family friendly, with a wide variety of new titles and classics from every genre. Starting at dark (around 8 pm). Visit www.MoabCity.gov for updates and film selections.

May 8 Canyon Colors Art Show- Gallery Moab presents the “Canyon Colors” art show by local Moab artist Carolyn Dailey, Guest Artist for May. The public is invited to the opening reception from 5-8 pm with refreshments served. Carolyn will be present with both framed and unframed work for sale. Her show runs from May 6–31. Gallery Moab is at 63 South Main Street. You can contact the gallery by calling 435-355-0024.

May 8 Golf Tournament- Moab Chamber Scramble, men/women. To sign up for a tournament, please call the Moab Golf Course pro shop at (435) 259-6488.

May 8 Live Music: Spanish Valley Winery- Adam Waugh

May 8 Live Music: Blu Pig- TBA

May 9 Let's Go Fly a Kite- Free admission! Kite flying at Old Spanish Trail Arena soccer field 1. All day.

May 9 Spring Mothers' Day Craft Fair- 8am–5pm at the Grand Center, 182 N 500 W, Moab.

May 9 Kids’ Spring Gardening & Yoga Class- Join Moonflower Co-op and Courtney Dare Reese Hill for a fun, interactive class for children and caregivers about gardening and using basil in the garden and kitchen. Children will get to plant their own basil seeds to take home, practice a kid-friendly yoga flow, and read the children’s book Rachel’s Day in the Garden. 9:30am at the MARC (Moab Arts, 111 E 100 N). Sign up at bit.ly/mooniekidsgarden

May 9 Live Music: Blu Pig- Alan & Valerie Brown

May 10 Mother's Day

May 10 Community Invited: Episcopal Bishop of Utah will celebrate with us at our Sunday Service at 10am. St. Francis Episcopal Church would like to invite the community to this event. Bishop Phyllis Spiegel is a delight, with a joyous, energetic spirit — and she loves our area. Everyone is in for a treat. St. Francis Episcopal Church, 250 Kane Creek Blvd. Moab

May 10 Yoga Nidra- Join Massey for Yoga Nidra, or Yogic Sleep, a form of guided meditation centered around completely resting the mind and body. With little to no movement, this relaxation practice is the perfect way to restore and reset. 6:30pm at the Wellness Collective, 76 South 100 West—in the Back of Red Rock Bakery. Donation-based and open to all—come as you are. Sign up at wellnesscollectivemoab.com

May 10 Live Music: Blu Pig- Dustin Burley

May 11 Live Music: Blu Pig- Carson Ponce

May 12 5% Day for Mindfulness in Education- Every second Tuesday of the month, Moonflower donates 5% of the day’s sales to a local organization that furthers our mission of providing socially responsible foods, goods, and education in promotion of a healthy, sustainable community. This month, Moonflower’s 5% Day will be donated to Mindfulness in Education. Join us in supporting this non-profit by shopping the co-op! 8am–8pm at Moonflower Co-op

May 12 Live Music: Blu Pig- Matthew McDaniel

May 13 Tarot, Oracle, & Art: Making a Spirit Deck with Sky Deck designer Daniel McNeil- Get creative through the lens of oracle-style thinking in this hands-on workshop with local author and climber Daniel McNeil, creator of The Skybound Traveler Climbing Spirit Deck & Guidebook. Explore how to translate your own insight into art or writing through guided prompts in a welcoming, judgment-free space. Free! 7pm at Moab Library, 257 E Center St. For more info call 435-259-1111 or visit www.moablibrary.org

May 13 Weed N Feed- Join the Youth Garden Project for ~one hour of weeding in exchange for a free, garden-fresh meal! 6-8pm, all ages & abilities welcome, meeting on the YGP patio at 6pm; no RSVP needed. www.youthgardenproject.org/weednfeeds

May 13 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night

May 13-16 Red Rock Ram Rally- Red Rock Ram Rally offers exclusive, guided trail experiences for Dodge and Ram truck owners and enthusiasts. Info: redrockramrally.com

May 14 Operation Gigawatt: Community Event on Nuclear Energy- The Utah Office of Energy Development and the Moab Chamber of Commerce will host a free community engagement event from 5:30–7:00 PM at the Grand Center. We know the future will bring new energy challenges, and Operation Gigawatt is a proactive plan to turn those challenges into opportunities and help secure abundant, reliable energy for decades to come. As Utah evaluates whether nuclear energy can help meet those challenges, this event offers residents a chance to learn, ask questions, and engage directly with subject-matter experts on topics including uranium mining and milling, new nuclear technologies, and safety features. All are welcome to attend. The Moab Museum will host a youth engagement activity during the discussion and display relics from the U92 Exhibit. Appetizers and light refreshments will be served.

May 14 Live Music: Blu Pig- Lost Buffalo

May 15 Breathwork, Meditation, & Smokeless Smudge Sprays Workshop- Join Moonflower Co-op and Crystal Blanks of Mindful Movement Moab for a workshop that weaves breath regulation, meditation, and smokeless smudge spray crafting into one cohesive clearing experience. You will learn about smudge sprays, how are they used, and how to make them, and then get to create your own using a personalized blend of essential oils. Crystal will then guide you through a breathwork and meditation practice that you can take home and use any time. All materials and yoga mats will be provided. Free and open to all. RSVP at bit.ly/smudgesprays. 4pm at the MARC (Moab Arts, 111 E 100 N)

May 15 Live Music: Spanish Valley Winery- Butch Cassidies

May 15 &16 Live Music: Blu Pig- J-Rad Cooley

May 16 C10 Red Rock Retreat- Relax with beautiful 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. Operated by Utah C10 Club Inc, a Utah Non-Profit 501(c)(3). c10retreat.com

May 16 Bill Barron Climate Ride Presentation- Longtime Utah climate advocate Bill Barron is cycling through Utah’s national parks to bring people together around a shared goal: protecting the places we love while building the political will for effective climate solutions. This will be a presentation during his stop in Moab. 6pm, Grand Center, 182 N 500 W. More info at billbarronutah.org

May 16–17 Golf Tournament- Desert Duster 2 Lady Bestball, women. To sign up for a tournament, please call the Moab Golf Course pro shop at (435) 259-6488.

May 16–17 Barrels 4 Bucks- Barrel race

May 17 Live Music: Blu Pig- Sidelinger

May 17–18 Auditions for Play- Learn more about the production of When We Were Boats at ephemeralcollective.com/boats. Moab Theater Project.

May 18 Live Music: Blu Pig- Danny Rose

May 19 Stray Grass Concert- Music in the Grapevines will be back at Two Rivers Winery. Stray Grass, Grand Valley’s favorite bluegrass band, kicks off the season. and will be followed by returning favorites. Sponsored by ANB Bank with and proceeds go to the Art Center of Western Colorado. Tickets online and at The Art Center (7th & Orchard, Grand Junction). Info at www.artcenterguild.org

May 19 Live Music: Blu Pig- Doak Hensley

May 20 An Introduction to Fermenting Vegetables- Do you want to create foods rich in probiotics and flavor in your kitchen? Come to this class and learn the basics of fermentation, from sauerkraut to kimchi and beyond. You will get to sample some fermented vegetables, learn how to make your own, and take some of your creations home. 6pm at Moonflower Co-op. Free and open to the public, but class limited to 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up at bit.ly/mooniefermenting

May 20 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night

May 21 Live Music: Blu Pig- Luna Worldcast

May 22, 23 Live Music: Blu Pig- Mel Soul & The Heartbeat

May 24 Live Music: Blu Pig- Mark Winters- Singer songwriter on tour performing an evening of Acoustic Rock With A Positive Vibe. At the Blu Pig, 811 S Main St, Moab

May 25 Memorial Day National Park Service fee- free day for US citizens and residents.

May 25 Live Music: Blu Pig- Lost Buffalo

May 26 Live Music: Blu Pig- Dustin Burley

May 27 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night

May 27 Weed N Feed- Join the Youth Garden Project for ~one hour of weeding in exchange for a free, garden-fresh meal! 6–8pm: All ages & abilities welcome, meeting on the YGP patio at 6pm; no RSVP needed. www.youthgardenproject.org/weednfeeds

May 28 Live Music: Blu Pig- Dave Mensch

May 29 Movies at Swanny Park- Free movie series are family friendly, with a wide variety of new titles and classics from every genre. Starting at dark (around 8 pm). Visit www.MoabCity.gov for updates and film selections

May 29 Live Music: Spanish Valley Winery- Jamie and the Dreamers

May 29 Skate Moab- Free Community Night. All Ages, 6pm–8pm. Old Spanish Trail Arena Pavilion

May 29 & 30 Live Music: Blu Pig- The Crossroads

May 29, 30, 31 Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo- The Canyonlands Rodeo is part of the All American ProRodeo Series and a member of the PRCA - Pro Rodeo Cowboy Association. www.moabcanyonlandsrodeo.com/

May 30 Kids’ Yoga & Nutrition Class: “Build Your Zen Garden”- Join Moonflower Co-op and Courtney Dare Reese Hill for a fun, interactive class for children and caregivers! Children will learn movement and breathing mindfulness techniques, practice a kid-friendly yoga flow, and make their own “zen garden” snack while learning about healthy foods. 9:30am at the MARC (Moab Arts, 111 E 100 N). Sign up at bit.ly/mooniezengarden.

May 30 Service Saturday at Arches- (8:30am–10am). 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. For more information or to sign up, please email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov or call 435-719-2214.

May 31 Live Music: Blu Pig- Rick Gerber

Jun 1-26 Arts & Rec Summer Camp- A four week program produced by the City of Moab Sports and Recreation Department and Moab Arts. We welcome 20 kids each week, ages 5-10, for art projects, games, field trips, and swimming at the City pool.

Jun 4–7 5th Annual Southeast Utah AstroFest- Get ready to embark on a journey through the cosmos at the Southeast Utah AstroFest, the ultimate astronomy festival happening under the vast skies of the national and state park sites in Southeast Utah. Join park rangers for astronomy programs, telescope viewing, and family friendly activities at locations throughout the parks. Bring layers for comfort and a red light to protect your dark-adapted vision while walking safely on uneven surfaces. This year, some nights have multiple events across the region. 9:30–11:30 nightly at:

Jun 4 Utahraptor State Park
Jun 5 Island in the Sky District, Canyonlands National Park
Needles District, Canyonlands National Park
Jun 6 Dead Horse Point State Park, Natural Bridges National Monument
Jun 7 Arches National Park, Hovenweep National Monument

Jun 5 Movies at Swanny Park: Zootopia 2- Free movie series are family friendly, with a wide variety of new titles and classics from every genre. Starting at dark (around 8 pm). Visit www.MoabCity.gov for updates and film selections

Jun 6 Moab Open Flea Market- Everyone is WELCOME to participate. Hours are 9:00am–Noon. For info contact Char @text (801)870-4062

Jun 6–7 Crystal Festival—A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show-. A family-friendly, free-admission event featuring over 30 vendors, crystal healers, lapidary artists, and rockhounding experts. It showcases gems, minerals, fossils, and jewelry. It is a premier spot to find unique stones and interactive educational experiences. 10am–8pm at the Old Spanish Trail Arena,

Jun 6–7 Golf Tournament- Wing Dinger mixed eclectic, mixed. To sign up for a tournament, please call the Moab Golf Course pro shop at (435) 259-6488.

Jun 8–Aug 7 Voices and Votes: Democracy in America- This Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition traces the bold American experiment of a government run by and for the people. It examines the influences that shaped the early days of American democracy and the changes that have occurred in the nearly 250 years since. Voices and Votes: Democracy in America will be a springboard for discussions about those very questions and how they are reflected in local stories. Voices & Votes: Democracy in America is made possible in Utah by Utah Humanities. Voices & Votes is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and State Humanities Councils nationwide. It is based on an exhibition by the National Museum of American History. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress. Sponsored locally by Moab Museum and presented at Moab Arts, 111 E 100 N. More info at moabarts.org and utahhumanities.org/events/3708

Jun 12 Arts & Ag- A free, family-friendly outdoor market at Swanny City Park featuring local and regional artists, food, produce, activities and live music from 5–8pm. Swanny Park is located at 400N 100 W. Please note that dogs are not allowed at the city park. www.moabarts.org

Jun 13–14 Golf Tournament- Arch & Horsehead 2-man (Monticello Sat, Moab Sun), men blue tees. To sign up for a tournament, please call the Moab Golf Course pro shop at (435) 259-6488.

Jun 14 Flag Day- National Day of Observance. National Park Service fee-free day for US citizens and residents.

Jun 16 Queen Bees Concert- Music in the Grapevines at Two Rivers Winery in Grand Junction. Sponsored by ANB Bank with proceeds to the Art Center of Western Colorado. Tickets online and at The Art Center (7th & Orchard, Grand Junction). Info at www.artcenterguild.org

Jun 19 Juneteenth

Jun 19 Movies at Swanny Park: Hamilton- Free movie series are family friendly, with a wide variety of new titles and classics from every genre. Starting at dark (around 8 pm). Visit www.MoabCity.gov for updates and film selections

June 20 Bears Ears Ultra- With 50 mile, 50K, and 30K distances, this course takes runners through Bears Ears National Monument, offering an unforgettable journey through one of the most culturally and visually significant landscapes in the American West. Monticello, Utah. www.madmooseevents.com

Jun 21 Father's Day

Jun 26 Moab Free Concert Series: Still House String Band, and Eric Brors. 6–9pm Swanny City Park. www.moabfreeconcerts.com

Jun 27 Service Saturday at Arches- (8am–9:30am). 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. For more information or to sign up, please email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov or call 435-719-2214.

Jun 27–28 Golf Tournament- Arch & Horsehead 2-man/2-lady (Monticello Sun, Moab Sat), (Senior men 50+, all women). To sign up for a tournament, please call the Moab Golf Course pro shop at (435) 259-6488.