Moab Folk Festival

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MusicMoab
Dates6–8 November 2026Confirmed listing
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsThe festival splits its programming between
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Moab Folk Festival in Moab

The Moab Folk Festival brings folk, Americana, and roots musicians to downtown Moab, Utah, each November. The 24th annual festival runs November 6 through 8, 2026, with Friday and Saturday evening shows at the historic Star Hall and daytime performances at the larger Moab City Ballpark, featuring 2026 headliners Leftover Salmon and Rising Appalachia alongside a growing roster of singer-songwriters.

Moab's identity is built almost entirely around outdoor adventure, from Arches National Park's sandstone arches to the Colorado River's rafting runs, which makes the Moab Folk Festival's quieter, music-first weekend each November a deliberate change of pace for a town more associated with mountain bikes and Jeeps.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The festival splits its programming between two very different venues, giving it a rare mix of scales within a single weekend: Star Hall, a historic building holding about 290 people, hosts intimate Friday and Saturday night concerts, while the much larger Moab City Ballpark accommodates daytime shows for up to 1,500 attendees across artisan and food vendor rows

02

The mystery stays covered

A traditional Sunday morning inspiration set at the Ballpark closes the festival on a reflective note distinct from the rest of the weekend's programming

03

The city starts moving

Because Moab's red rock scenery surrounds every venue, the festival pairs nationally touring folk and Americana acts with a backdrop unavailable at typical festival grounds, drawing an audience that often combines the music with hiking trips to nearby Arches and Canyonlands

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival's signature tradition is its Sunday morning inspiration set at the Ballpark

Water and renewal

Living ritual

a quieter closing performance distinct from the rest of the weekend

The sacred route

Living ritual

alongside its consistent split between intimate Star Hall night shows and larger daytime Ballpark concerts

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

6–8 November 2026

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Moab you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Layered clothing for cold November evenings at Star Hall and milder Ballpark days; comfortable shoes for standing or walking between the festival's two venues.

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

Base yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Moab Folk Festival runs late.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map41.94 N, 85.63 WOpen in Google Maps

Moab, UT

Nearest airportGRR — Gerald R. Ford
TransportStay close enough to the part of Moab you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaBase yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Moab Folk Festival runs late.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Moab via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Moab, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for November.Compare faresFestival gearLayered clothing for cold November evenings at Star Hall and milder Ballpark days; comfortable shoes for standing or walking between the festival's two venues.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Moab Folk Festival?

Moab Folk Festival is listed for 6–8 November 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Moab Folk Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Moab, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Moab, UT

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLmoabfolkfestival.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates6–8 November 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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