Moab Folk Festival 2026: Lineup, Tickets and Visitor Guide
Three days of folk, Americana and bluegrass on Center Street, November 6 to 8. Star Hall is sold out, and Ballfield passes were still on sale when we checked.
Quick answer: The Moab Folk Festival runs Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 8, 2026, on Center Street in downtown Moab. Both Star Hall nights are sold out, but Ballfield passes ($80 a day, $150 for two days) were still listed on November 1. All sales are final, so confirm availability first.
The festival mixes ticketed shows at Star Hall and the Center Street Ballfields with free jams, workshops and a Friday concert at the Helipad. Use this guide to pick a ticket, find the free events and plan parking and lodging for one of the busiest weekends of Moab's late fall.
Local tip: Skip the car. Downtown parking is very limited, and everything from Star Hall to the Helipad is within a short walk of Center Street, so book lodging you can walk from and save the driving for daytime park trips.
Moab Folk Festival schedule, November 6 to 8, 2026
Two ticketed venues sit a block apart on Center Street, and a third set of shows is free. Set times can change, so check the festival schedule on the day.
Ticketed shows
| Day | Venue | Time | Act |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 6 | Star Hall | 7:00 pm | Melissa Chilinski & Pearly Blue |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Star Hall | 8:00 pm | John Craigie |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Ballfields (doors 10 am) | 11:00 am | Jordan Smart |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Ballfields | 12:15 pm | The Rebel Eves |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Ballfields | 1:45 pm | Bonnie Paine |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Ballfields | 3:00 pm | Rising Appalachia |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Star Hall | 7:00 pm | Steve Poltz |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Star Hall | 8:00 pm | John Craigie |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Ballfields (doors 10 am) | 11:00 am | Sunday Morning Inspiration Set (performers to be announced) |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Ballfields | 12:15 pm | Steve Poltz |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Ballfields | 1:45 pm | Sister Sadie |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Ballfields | 3:00 pm | Leftover Salmon |
Source: Moab Folk Festival schedule, checked November 1, 2026. Star Hall is at 159 E Center St; the Center Street Ballfields are at 198 E Center St.
Free events
| Day | Place | Time | What |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 6 | The Press, 29 E Center St | 6 to 8 pm | Festival Picker's Jam, all ages and instruments |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Helipad, 239 W Center St | 7 to 8:30 pm | Free community concert: Still The Weather at 7:00, The Rebel Eves at 7:30 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Sun Court, next to Star Hall | 9 to 11 am | Coffee Slam & Bluegrass Jam with Coleman Smith of Yonder Mountain String Band |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Star Hall | 10 to 10:50 am | Artist interview with Steve Poltz |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Grand County Public Library, 257 E Center St | 10:30 to 11:15 am | Musical Story Hour with Melissa Chilinski |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Helipad | 6 to 8 pm | Drum workshop and jam with Biko Casini of Rising Appalachia |
| Sat, Nov 7 | The Press | 6 to 8 pm | Festival Picker's Jam |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Sun Court | 9 to 11 am | Coffee Slam & Bluegrass Jam |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Star Hall | 9:30 to 10:30 am | Songwriter in the Round with Cosy Sheridan, Jordan Smart and Jillian Linklater |
Source: Moab Folk Festival schedule, checked November 1, 2026.
Moab Folk Festival tickets and prices
Tickets are sold on Eventbrite, and Star Hall and the Ballfields are sold separately with no combination ticket. Prices below exclude Eventbrite service fees, which are added at checkout. All sales are final.
| Ticket | Price | Status on Nov 1 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Hall, Friday night | $60 | Sold out | 290 seats, general admission |
| Star Hall, Saturday night | $60 | Sold out | 290 seats, general admission |
| Ballfield pass, Saturday | $80 | Available | 11 am to 4:30 pm, general admission |
| Ballfield pass, Sunday | $80 | Available | 11 am to 4:30 pm. The ticket page shows the year as 2025, which looks like a typo. |
| Two day Ballfield pass | $150 | Available | Ballfield only, no Star Hall shows |
| Kid's Ballfield ticket | $60 to $113 | Available | 25 percent off adult price. Ages 11 to 15 need a ticket; 10 and under are free with an adult. |
| VIP two day pass | $450 | Listed | Catered lunches, tent and seating area, $35 merch coupon, $150 donation to Friends of the Moab Folk Festival. No Star Hall in 2026. |
Source: Moab Folk Festival tickets, checked November 1, 2026. Availability changes quickly. Moab locals can get 10 percent off at Back of Beyond Bookstore or Canyonlands Copy Center (cash or check only).
Star Hall nights are sold out. For tickets you cannot get or can no longer use, the festival points to its resale partner, Tixel. There are no refunds.
Which ticket suits your trip
- Outdoor music all day: the Ballfield pass. It is general admission outdoors, rain or shine, so dress for November. Moab Canyonland Airport averages roughly a 54°F high and 27°F low this month (NOAA normals), and shade comes early.
- An indoor night show: Star Hall, but both nights are sold out. Your options are the resale partner or the free Helipad concert on Friday evening.
- Two full days: the $150 two day Ballfield pass beats two single day passes by $10.
- A tight budget: the free events table above covers jams, a story hour, workshops and a Friday concert. You can fill a day without a ticket.
- Not a good fit: anyone traveling with a pet (animals are not allowed at any venue) or anyone who wants a covered seat all day. Low chairs and blankets go in the front area; full size chairs go behind the line.
Temperatures: NOAA monthly normals for Moab Canyonland Airport, via the Climate Charts site, checked November 1, 2026. Individual days run warmer or colder.
What to bring and what to leave home
| Item | Rule |
|---|---|
| Chairs | Low chairs, tarps and blankets in the low area. Full size chairs behind the line. |
| Food and drink | No coolers, outside food, alcohol or glass. Free filtered water is available, so bring a reusable bottle, cup and utensils. |
| Pets | Not allowed at any venue. |
| Bags | Backpacks, bags and wagons are subject to search. |
| Wristband | Keep it on all weekend. It is invalid if stretched or removed and will not be replaced. |
| Weather | Rain or shine, no refunds. Bring rain gear. |
Source: Moab Folk Festival info page, checked November 1, 2026. Weapons and smoking are also prohibited.
Parking, getting around and where to stay
The festival says downtown parking is very limited and suggests walking, biking or using your hotel shuttle. Both ticketed venues, the Helipad and The Press are on Center Street, so a room within walking distance of Main Street saves the most hassle.
This is also the weekend of the Moab Trail Marathon, which starts at Kane Creek on Saturday morning, so lodging is tight. Browse Moab lodging early, and compare hotels and motels for walkable locations.
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Friday evening has another option before the show: the November Art Walk fills downtown Main Street from 5 to 8 pm (Moab Sun News calendar, checked October 31).
What to do around the music
The Ballfields open at 10 am with music from 11, so Friday and the first part of Saturday and Sunday are open for the parks. Arches did not require timed entry reservations in 2026, so you can enter any time with a valid pass; the Fiery Furnace permit and Devils Garden campsites still need reservations (NPS Arches, checked November 1, 2026). A private vehicle pays $30 for seven days.
- Arches National Park and the short walk to Delicate Arch
- Corona Arch or Fisher Towers for a quieter half day
- Our November in Moab guide for weather, daylight and what is open
NPS lists winter highs of 30 to 50°F at Arches and says shaded trails can stay icy, so carry traction on early morning hikes.
How to get tickets
- Open the festival ticket page and check which Ballfield passes are still available.
- Choose a single day or the two day pass. The VIP pass does not include Star Hall in 2026.
- Add Eventbrite fees at checkout and keep your confirmation. Sales are final.
- For Star Hall, use the resale partner Tixel that the festival links from its ticket page.
- Pick up your wristband, wear it all weekend, and arrive early because parking is limited.
What we could not confirm: the exact Eventbrite fee amounts, and the age rules for kid's tickets (the ticket page says both that ages 11 to 15 need a ticket and that ages 15 and up buy adult tickets). Ask the festival at info@moabfolkfestival.com or 435 260 1756.
Moab Folk Festival: common questions
When is the Moab Folk Festival in 2026?
Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 8, 2026. Star Hall shows run 7 to 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, and the Ballfield shows run 11 am to 4:30 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Where is the Moab Folk Festival held?
On Center Street in downtown Moab. Star Hall is at 159 E Center St and the Center Street Ballfields are at 198 E Center St. Free events are at the Helipad (239 W Center St), The Press (29 E Center St), Sun Court and the library.
Are Moab Folk Festival tickets sold out?
Both Star Hall nights were sold out on November 1, 2026. Saturday and Sunday Ballfield passes and the two day pass were still listed. Check the ticket page, because availability changes quickly.
How much are Moab Folk Festival tickets?
Star Hall is $60 a night (sold out). Ballfield passes are $80 for one day or $150 for two days. Kid's tickets are 25 percent off, and VIP is $450. Prices exclude Eventbrite fees.
Who is playing at the Moab Folk Festival?
Ballfield acts include Jordan Smart, The Rebel Eves, Bonnie Paine, Rising Appalachia, Steve Poltz, Sister Sadie and Leftover Salmon. John Craigie, Melissa Chilinski & Pearly Blue and Steve Poltz play Star Hall.
Is there free music at the festival?
Yes. There is a free community concert at the Helipad on Friday at 7 pm, plus picker's jams, a coffee and bluegrass jam, a story hour, an artist interview, a songwriter round and a drum workshop.
Can I bring my dog, a cooler or a chair?
No pets, coolers, outside food, alcohol or glass. Low chairs and blankets are allowed in the front area, and full size chairs go behind the line.
What if it rains or snows?
The festival runs rain or shine with no refunds. Bring layers and rain gear, since this is an outdoor event in November.
Where do I park?
The festival says downtown parking is very limited. It suggests walking, biking or taking your hotel shuttle.
Are tickets refundable?
No. All sales are final. For tickets you cannot use, the festival points to the resale partner Tixel.
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Last checked November 1, 2026. Dates, prices and rules change; confirm with the organizers and land managers linked above before you go.