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Mentoring Lunch & Learn Spring Series - Mastering the Art of Feedback

Free Lunch + Skills That Change Every Relationship , What if one simple skill could improve your work, your leadership, and your personal relationships? Join us for the USU Uintah Basin Mentoring Lunch & Learn and discover how to master the art of feedback—without the awkwardness. 💬 Learn practical, real-world tips to: • Give feedback that actually lands, • Receive feedback without getting defensive, • Build stronger, more effective relationships in every area of life, 🥪 Free lunch provided, ⏰ Come and go as your schedule allows, 🌟 Open to the entire community—students, professionals, and beyond! 📍 April 29 | USU Uintah Basin Vernal Campus, 320 N Aggie Blvd, Bring a friend, bring your appetite, and walk away with skills you’ll use every single day. Cost: Free. Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. USU Uintah Basin Vernal Campus 320 N Aggie Blvd.

Annual Downtown Cleanup

Help us tidy up Main Street from 100 East to 200 West in Vernal! Then cruise main and shop local for Cruzin' Main Specials. Friday, May 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Meet at Cobble Rock Park at 3pm. Tools and supplies will be provided.

Date Night Magic Show

Community date night. Join us for dinner and a magic show while we bring awareness to foster care in the Uintah Basin. Cost: $45. Friday, May 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Uintah Conference Center. 313 E 200 S Vernal UT 84078. For more info visit www.eventbrite.com.

High Desert Hunter

Challenge yourself in the High Desert of Northeast Utah to hunt down targets in this desert climate and enjoy the views of Blue Mountain, Diamond Mountain, and the High Uintah Mountains that surround this area. Be sure to take a trip to the Dinosaur Museum and Dinosaur National Monument because this is what this area is known for.This hunter match will have a lot of sage brush terrain around stage areas and targets with a limited number of cedars be sure to look in all the drainages as this range has a lot of them. Be sure to bring good boots for the May weather. It can be cold and sometimes a little muddy. Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Monday, May 4, 2026. Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex. For more info visit bluemountainprecision.com.

Cinco De Mayo Celebration

Join us for a celebration of Cinco De Mayo. Grab a taco, shop the Mexican Market, and watch the live entertainment. Saturday, May 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Library Park.

Used book sale

Vernal UTAH Storytelling Festival sponsors a used book sale along with used CDs and DVDs the first Saturday of every month. Books range from toddlers through adults and include fiction and non-fiction. This is a fundraiser for the annual Storytelling Festival. Cost: $.25 - $1.00. Saturday, May 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 1073 W 250 N (Blue building west of UMS).

Grand Re-Opening of Leavitt Insurance Services of the Rockies

Come join us for a free Pulled Pork sandwich and fries from PigLips BBQ and put your name in for one of the many prize drawings including a Nintendo Switch, Headphones, Fly Fishing rod, and other fun items. 11am-2pm. Cost: FREE. Thursday, May 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. 609 West Main Street, Vernal, UT 84078.

Diamond Mountain Speedway Race

End Bullying / Sport Mod Special, , Event Classes: IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, Dwarf & Mod Lites, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA No. Sport Modifieds, Go Karts. Friday, May 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Speedway Oval Track. For more info visit www.diamondmountain-speedway.com.

Runtastic Dino Half Marathon & 5k

DINO 2026 is the last ever Runtastic DINO Race — and we’re going all out! Prehistoric medals. Retired shirts. Meteor-sized vibes. Don’t miss your shot to be part of history. , We are looking for volunteer assistance with various roles, including water stations, and the start/finish line. Volunteers are essential to the success of this event, and we would greatly appreciate any time you can contribute. , https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/UT/Vernal/DinoHalfand5K. Saturday, May 9, 2026. Uintah High School 1880 W 500 N, Vernal, UT. For more info visit runtasticevents.com.

Diamond Mountain Speedway Race

End Bullying / Sport Mod Special, , Event Classes: IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, Dwarf & Mod Lites, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA No. Sport Modifieds, Go Karts. Saturday, May 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Speedway Oval Track. For more info visit www.diamondmountain-speedway.com.

Early Head Start Prenatal-3 & Head Start Registration

We will be doing Early Head Start Prenatal-3 & Head Start Registration's. Come learn about these amazing free early childhood programs and how we can help your family grow. Cost: Free. Monday, May 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Uintah County Library downstairs meeting room.

Finding Your Power

Join us for the second class of a 6-part parenting series on raising emotionally strong, independent kids. Finding your power, learning what you can control (and what you can't). , You must register for classes. Information can be found at Market on Main or go to www.elizalebeau.com. Cost: $20/class. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Market on Main 64 E Main St Vernal. For more info visit forms.gle.

Parenting in Today's World

Kids today are facing a host of problems we never even heard of: online bullying, sextortion, digital addiction, sexting, and more. Plus, higher rates of depression, anxiety, and mental health disorders. This requires new information and skills we were never taught. , Join us for a 6-part parenting series on raising emotionally strong, independent kids. , You must register for classes. Information can be found at Market on Main or go to www.elizalebeau.com. Cost: $20/class. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Market on Main 64 E Main St Vernal. For more info visit forms.gle.

At Home in Vernal with Valerie Rostrom and Ashley Larson

At Home in Vernal, Monthly Home Education Series, Free community classes focused on the key stages of buying and selling. Helping you make housing decisions from clarity, not pressure. Each month, we walk through one key stage of the home process — from financing and timing to inspections, contracts, and market strategy — so you can understand what to expect before you ever feel rushed to make a decision. These classes are designed for: • First-time buyers, • Current homeowners considering a move, • Anyone wanting a clearer understanding of today’s market, No sales presentation. No obligation. Just practical, step-by-step education to help you move forward confidently — at your own pace. Location: Uintah County Library, Time: 6:30 PM, Dates: March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, Attend one class or follow the full rotation to build step-by-step clarity. No registration required. Open to the community. Cost: 0. Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Uintah County Library at 204 East 100 North, Vernal.

Outlaw ATV Jamboree

Join us for the 12th Annual -- Outlaw ATV Jamboree located in Vernal, Utah. This 3-day event is scheduled for May 27 - 30, 2026. Registration will open at 12:01am on February 1, 2026. For best ride selection we recommend registering on February 1st. Registration includes: event t-shirt, three breakfasts, two dinners, entry into the daily prize drawings, guided trail rides, and memories for a lifetime. Wednesday, May 27, 2026 – Saturday, May 30, 2026. Western Park. For more info visit www.outlawatvjam.com.

Dinosaurland Summer Day Trip - Fantasy Canyon

Pack a lunch and some water, grab your hiking shoes, and meet us at the Utah Field House Museum. You'll drive your own car following local experts that will take you to Fantasy Canyon to hike and explore. Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Utah Field House Museum.

Vernal Excitement

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, shopping the kids market, and shop local giveaways. Cost: Free. Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Diamond Mountain Speedway Race

Salute Our Heroes / Sport Compact Special, , Event Classes: IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, Dwarf & Mod Lites, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA No. Sport Modifieds, Go Karts. Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Speedway Oval Track. For more info visit www.diamondmountain-speedway.com.

Used book sale

Vernal UTAH Storytelling Festival sponsors a used book sale along with used CDs and DVDs the first Saturday of every month. Books range from toddlers through adults and include fiction and non-fiction. Proceeds go to the Storytelling Festival. Cost: $.25 - $1.00. Saturday, June 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 1073 W 250 N (Blue building west of UMS).

Diamond Mountain Speedway Race

Salute Our Heroes / Sport Compact Special, , Event Classes: IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, Dwarf & Mod Lites, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA No. Sport Modifieds, Go Karts. Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Speedway Oval Track. For more info visit www.diamondmountain-speedway.com.

America 250 Unity Festival

35-45 Resource Booths: Safety, fostering, health & wellness, scholarships, self-care, clothing & food support, and more. Educational: No sales or fundraisers. Just information to empower our community. Earn & Redeem Chips: Participants will earn chips after learning at each booth. Chips will be used to trade for food at participating vendors. Fire Truck Ladder Drops: Candy and prize drops ever 15-30 minutes. Cost: FREE. Monday, June 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Library Park 204 E 100 N, Vernal, UT 84078. For more info visit forms.gle.

Dinosaurland Summer Day Trip - Ouray National Wildlife Refuge

Pack a lunch and some water, grab your hiking shoes, and meet us at the Utah Field House Museum. You'll drive your own car following local experts that will take you to the Ouray National Wildlife Refuge to hike and explore. Cost: Free. Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Utah Field House Museum.

Vernal Rock Rally

Get ready for the wildest ride in the West — Vernal Rock Rally 2026 is coming! Set in Utah’s rugged red rock backcountry, this event unites off-road enthusiasts, rock crawling legends, and adventure-seekers for a multi-day celebration of traction, adrenaline, and freedom. From guided trail rides to vendor showcases, it’s an unforgettable off-road experience with some of the best scenery anywhere. Thursday, June 11, 2026 – Saturday, June 13, 2026. Vernal Rod & Gun Club. For more info visit www.vernalrockrally.com.

Vernal Excitement

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, shopping the kids market, and shop local giveaways. Cost: Free. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Diamond Mountain Dragway Race

Track will be fully prepped all days, slicks or street slicks only. Must have a dot helmet, full shoes and a seatbelt. For you bike guys full leathers and helmet. Friday, June 12, 2026 – Saturday, June 13, 2026. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Dragway. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Dirty Dino Gravel Grinder Bike Race

Come get Jurass-kicked on 1 of the 3 amazing routes through the High Uinta Mountains. You'll experience a Rawr-some rush, as the gravel is T-riffic and the scenery is no eyeSAUR, but make sure you train for this one... you don't want a Mega-Saur-Ass. Saturday, June 13, 2026. For more info visit utahgravelseries.com.

Parenting in Today's World

Kids today are facing a host of problems we never even heard of: online bullying, sextortion, digital addiction, sexting, and more. Plus, higher rates of depression, anxiety, and mental health disorders. This requires new information and skills we were never taught. , Join us for a 6-part parenting series on raising emotionally strong, independent kids. , You must register for classes. Information can be found at Market on Main or go to www.elizalebeau.com. Cost: $20/class. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Market on Main 64 E Main St Vernal. For more info visit forms.gle.

Teaching Kids to Solve Their Own Problems

Join us for the third class of a 6-part parenting series on raising emotionally strong, independent kids. Teaching kids to solve their own problems, raising capable and independent thinkers.  , You must register for classes. Information can be found at Market on Main or go to www.elizalebeau.com. Cost: $20/class. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Market on Main 64 E Main St Vernal. For more info visit forms.gle.

Dinosaurland Summer Day Trip - Red Fleet Dinosaur Trackway

Pack a lunch and some water, grab your hiking shoes, and meet us at the Utah Field House Museum. You'll drive your own car following local experts that will take you to Red Fleet Dinosaur Trackway to hike and explore. Cost: Free. Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Utah Field House Museum.

At Home in Vernal with Valerie Rostrom and Ashley Larson

At Home in Vernal, Monthly Home Education Series, Free community classes focused on the key stages of buying and selling. Helping you make housing decisions from clarity, not pressure. Each month, we walk through one key stage of the home process — from financing and timing to inspections, contracts, and market strategy — so you can understand what to expect before you ever feel rushed to make a decision. These classes are designed for: • First-time buyers, • Current homeowners considering a move, • Anyone wanting a clearer understanding of today’s market, No sales presentation. No obligation. Just practical, step-by-step education to help you move forward confidently — at your own pace. Location: Uintah County Library, Time: 6:30 PM, Dates: March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, Attend one class or follow the full rotation to build step-by-step clarity. No registration required. Open to the community. Cost: 0. Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Uintah County Library at 204 East 100 North, Vernal.

Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo

Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom with America's Original Extreme Sport: Rodeo! The Greatest Show on Dirt returns Father's Day Weekend, June 18-20, with the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world in all your favorite rodeo events! Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo is one of the Top 5 Large Outdoor Rodeos in North America and a televised PRCA Playoff Series Rodeo on the Cowboy Channel.  , For the most up-to-date information, follow us on Social Media and our website: , Facebook: Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo, Instagram: @vernalrodeo, Website: vernalrodeo.com. Thursday, June 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Uintah County Western Park. For more info visit vernalrodeo.com.

Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo

Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom with America's Original Extreme Sport: Rodeo! The Greatest Show on Dirt returns Father's Day Weekend, June 18-20, with the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world in all your favorite rodeo events! Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo is one of the Top 5 Large Outdoor Rodeos in North America and a televised PRCA Playoff Series Rodeo on the Cowboy Channel.  , For the most up-to-date information, follow us on Social Media and our website: , Facebook: Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo, Instagram: @vernalrodeo, Website: vernalrodeo.com. Friday, June 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Uintah County Western Park. For more info visit vernalrodeo.com.

Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo

Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom with America's Original Extreme Sport: Rodeo! The Greatest Show on Dirt returns Father's Day Weekend, June 18-20, with the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world in all your favorite rodeo events! Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo is one of the Top 5 Large Outdoor Rodeos in North America and a televised PRCA Playoff Series Rodeo on the Cowboy Channel.  , For the most up-to-date information, follow us on Social Media and our website: , Facebook: Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo, Instagram: @vernalrodeo, Website: vernalrodeo.com. Saturday, June 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Uintah County Western Park. For more info visit vernalrodeo.com.

Dinosaurland Summer Day Trip - Dinosaur National Monument Fossil Discovery Trail

Pack a lunch and some water, grab your hiking shoes, and meet us at the Utah Field House Museum. You'll drive your own car following local experts that will take you to Dinosaur National Monument to hike and explore. Cost: Free. Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Utah Field House Museum.

Vernal Excitement

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, shopping the kids market, and shop local giveaways. Cost: Free. Thursday, June 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Dinosaurland Summer Day Trip - McKee Springs Petroglyphs

Pack a lunch and some water, grab your hiking shoes, and meet us at the Utah Field House Museum. You'll drive your own car following local experts that will take you to McKee Springs to hike and explore. Cost: Free. Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Utah Field House Museum.

Vernal Excitement

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, shopping the kids market, and shop local giveaways. Cost: Free. Thursday, July 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

America 250 Main Street Block Party

Kick Off Vernal's America 250 weekend with us as we bring back the Main Street Block Party. Main Street closes at 6 pm and the bands kick off at 7 pm with Conspiracy Hwy and SHUFFLE, one of the country's premier music acts. Bring your chairs, sit back, relax, and dance under the giant American Flag. Enjoy local Main Street businesses, restaurants, food trucks, vendors and a beer garden at Cobble Rock Park. Friday, July 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Vernal Main Street.

Dinosaurland Freedomfest

Join us for the field of flags, firecracker 5k, parade, vendor booths, food trucks, bounce houses, live entertainment, and fireworks as we celebrate America's independence. Saturday, July 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Ashley Valley Community Park, Freestone Walking Park, Main Street. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Dinosaurland Summer Day Trip - Steinaker State Park Night Sky & Scorpion Hunt

Pack a lunch and some water, grab your hiking shoes, and meet us at the Utah Field House Museum. You'll drive your own car following local experts that will take you to Steinaker State Park to hike and explore. Cost: Free. Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Utah Field House Museum.

Vernal Excitement

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, shopping the kids market, and shop local giveaways. Cost: Free. Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Alive After 5

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, and shopping the kids market. Cost: Free. Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park.

Diamond Mountain Dragway Race

Track will be fully prepped all days, slicks or street slicks only. Must have a dot helmet, full shoes and a seatbelt. For you bike guys full leathers and helmet. Friday, July 17, 2026 – Sunday, July 19, 2026. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Dragway. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Diamond Mountain Speedway Race

Live On! Suicide Prevention / IMCA Modified, , Event Classes: IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, Dwarf & Mod Lites, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA No. Sport Modifieds, Go Karts. Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Speedway Oval Track. For more info visit www.diamondmountain-speedway.com.

Rally Colorado

ARA—the largest rally organization in the United States and the country’s only national championship for the sport of stage rally. Saturday, July 18, 2026 – Sunday, July 19, 2026. Fast-paced sweeping compact gravel roads, north-western Colorado. For more info visit www.americanrallyassociation.org.

Diamond Mountain Speedway Race

Live On! Suicide Prevention / IMCA Modified, , Event Classes: IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Sport Compact, Dwarf & Mod Lites, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA No. Sport Modifieds, Go Karts. Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Buckskin Hills - Diamond Mountain Speedway Oval Track. For more info visit www.diamondmountain-speedway.com.

Parenting in the Digital World

Join us for the fourth class of a 6-part parenting series on raising emotionally strong, independent kids. Parenting in the digital world; social media, phones, and protecting childhood. , You must register for classes. Information can be found at Market on Main or go to www.elizalebeau.com. Cost: $20/class. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Market on Main 64 E Main St Vernal. For more info visit forms.gle.

Parenting in Today's World

Kids today are facing a host of problems we never even heard of: online bullying, sextortion, digital addiction, sexting, and more. Plus, higher rates of depression, anxiety, and mental health disorders. This requires new information and skills we were never taught. , Join us for a 6-part parenting series on raising emotionally strong, independent kids. , You must register for classes. Information can be found at Market on Main or go to www.elizalebeau.com. Cost: $20/class. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Market on Main 64 E Main St Vernal. For more info visit forms.gle.

Alive After 5

Join us in the library park for a night of live entertainment, food trucks, and shopping the kids market. Cost: Free. Thursday, July 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Library Park.

Naples Summerfest

Thursday, July 24th | Starts at 11 am | Fireworks at 10 PM, Get ready for a day of summer fun you won’t want to miss! Join us for Naples City's Summerfest 2026 — a FREE community celebration packed with excitement for all ages!  FREE bounce houses for the kids,  FREE admission to the splash park,  Live music & entertainment,  Local food trucks & vendors,  Shopping, crafts, and more!  Fireworks to cap off the night at 10 PM,  Location: Naples City Park   Admission: FREE! Bring the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, and your summer spirit!  Let’s make memories together in the heart of Naples. Cost: Free. Friday, July 24, 2026. Naples City Park.