Live Music in Joshua Tree & Adjacent

Friday 24 October

Enter the world of After Hours, LA’s spectral tribute to the Velvet Underground. Through hypnotic feedback, droney guitars and raw poetry, this five-piece collective transforms performances into mesmerizing sonic rituals.

Mojave Gold,56193 29 Palms Hwy.
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
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Saturday 25 October

GayC/DC Founded in 2013 by Chris Freeman (bass player from iconic queer punk band Pansy Division), the idea for GayC/DC came from bouncing around names for more tribute bands with[…]

Giant Rock Meeting Room,1141 Old Woman Springs Rd, Unit A
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
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Sunday 26 October

Experience the perfect Sunday at Pioneertown’s Red Dog Saloon, where DJ Kate McCabe’s vinyl collection of soul, funk, and punk meets breakfast tacos and bloody marys every week from 11-3.

The Red Dog Saloon,53539 Mane Street
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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Sunday 26 October

Experience the magic of live jazz every Sunday at Yucca Valley’s Copper Room, where Jim Watson and the Hard Bop Ensemble create an intimate musical journey from 6-9 PM—the perfect[…]

The Copper Room,57360 Aviation Drive
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
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Saturday 01 November

The ever-evolving musical vehicle for notorious psych-rock musician Anton Newcombe, the Brian Jonestown Massacre has endured numerous phases and iterations since arriving in the mid-’90s, becoming something of an independent[…]

Pappy & Harriet’s,53688 Pioneertown Road
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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Saturday 01 November

In Los Angeles, where the weight and pressure of the city’s fast paced culture can make your legs feel like pillars, emerges psychedelic quartet, Levitation Room, to break the bonds[…]

Pappy & Harriet’s,53688 Pioneertown Road
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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Sunday 02 November

Experience the perfect Sunday at Pioneertown’s Red Dog Saloon, where DJ Kate McCabe’s vinyl collection of soul, funk, and punk meets breakfast tacos and bloody marys every week from 11-3.

The Red Dog Saloon,53539 Mane Street
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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Sunday 02 November

Experience the magic of live jazz every Sunday at Yucca Valley’s Copper Room, where Jim Watson and the Hard Bop Ensemble create an intimate musical journey from 6-9 PM—the perfect[…]

The Copper Room,57360 Aviation Drive
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
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Monday 03 November

Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It’s a[…]

Pappy & Harriet’s,53688 Pioneertown Road
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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Joshua Tree and the surrounding High Desert offer a diverse range of music venues, each with its own unique character and charm. From intimate desert saloons to expansive outdoor amphitheaters, here are some standout venues worth exploring:

Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace, a storied high desert venue, has hosted everyone from local talent to surprise shows by Paul McCartney and Robert Plant. Located in nearby Pioneertown, it offers exceptional BBQ, strong drinks, and an authentic Western atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor performance spaces. Next door is the Red Dog Saloon which is now open 7 days a week.

The Joshua Tree Saloon is a community staple in the heart of downtown Jtree, featuring live music several nights a week. For the most part it showcases local acts, ranging from rock to country to blues. Its laid-back atmosphere and spacious patio make it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground is home to the biannual Joshua Tree Music Festival, which happens in May and October, drawing attendees from several states to see internationally touring talent, offering a unique outdoor concert experience under desert skies.

Mojave Gold, Spaghetti Western Saloon, Mas o Menos, Frontier Cafe, and other local spots have been doing more music events too. Keep an eye on this page for more ideas of places to check out in Joshua Tree…

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