Wednesday, January 30, 2008

2008 Calendar of Events in Moab

Whats Going on in Moab this year?

We get a lot of people who call us and ask us whats going on that's fun in Moab. We love the questions and talking to you, but we thought why not put in on our blog. So here is a run down of what is going on this year. Event wise. Please still call though.

Feb. 15 - 18 Western Stars Cowboy Poetry Gathering Michael Martin Murphey President's Day weekend western celebration with cowboy poets, music, barrel racing, chili cookin' contests, square dancing, western art, vendors, workshops and lectures.

Feb 13 -15 President's Day Weekend Great weekend to get out of the snow. Come and rent a Jeep (shameless plug)

March 1-4 Annual Skinny Tire Festival The four rides of the Skinny Tire Festival highlight Moab’s different road riding opportunities. The first two days follow the mighty Colorado River corridor, both up-stream and downstream. The next two days leave the valley and climb the beautiful canyon roads into red rock country to Dead Horse Point and through Arches National Park. Channel the energy of riding through this grandeur of Moab’s canyon country by putting purpose behind your cycling. This event raises funds for The Lance Armstrong Foundation whose purpose is to eliminate cancer from the planet.

March 7 - Last day to reserve the new FJ Cruiser for $170 per day (hint- see our internet specials page for more details)

March 8 - 33rd Annual Canyonlands Half Marathon and Five Mile Run

March 15 - 23 Jeep Safari Easter Jeep Safari consists of trail rides, mostly day long trips, departing from Moab throughout this week long event. The official event is hosted by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers Inc. the local four wheel drive club of Moab. Participants provide their own four wheel drive vehicle, take care of their own food and non-alcoholic beverages for the trip. The club 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! Pre-registration for this event is recommended, although limited registration at the event may be possible.

March 23 EASTER

April 24 - 27 Car Show Hot Rods, Trucks, Customs, Street Rods, Muscle Cars, Classics, and much more! This is one of the best weekend in Moab. Something that is a must for every car enthusiast.

May 24 - 25 Annual Moab Art Festival Swanny City Park (400 North 100 West)

May 26 Memorial Day This is a very popular weekend in Moab - Jeeps are all ready starting to sell out. If you are coming to Moab this weekend you must rent your Jeep early oh yea, go rafting too. Check out moabadventurecenter.com for details

So there you are. We will post more soon but this should help you plan your trip to Moab. If you have an comments please post we would love to hear from you.

If you have any questions about any of these events or need help planning your next trip to Moab let us know.

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