Spring brings some exciting news for Desert Friends. We’re releasing a new collaborative EP with Katzroar, Summerland, beginning with the first single “Cerulean Dreams,” out February 27. The full EP[…]
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Experience the magic of Spring 2026 festival at Joshua Tree Lake Campground from May 14-17, featuring world-class music, art, yoga, and more. Don’t miss this immersive desert gathering with curated[…]
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You can’t know Beats Antique until you’ve been a part of its journey, and experienced the act as an entity with a life of its own. A stage show that[…]
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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…
Past Joshua Tree shows:
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Discover Q.VARO and Gene Evaro Jr.—desert-born artists blending psychedelic rock, funk, soul, and experimental sounds into immersive sonic experiences.
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Keb’ Mo’: A five-time GRAMMY winner and blues legend with nearly 50 years of groundbreaking musical innovation, from his roots in Compton to collaborations with music royalty and a legacy[…]
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The High Desert Art Fair returns to Pioneertown in March 2026, transforming the iconic desert setting into an immersive cultural campus with art exhibitions, performances, and expanded music programming.
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Get ready for an epic night as Desert Groove returns on March 28th featuring two West Coast legends: Mark E. Quark and DJ GARTH. This can’t-miss event brings premier electronic[…]
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Welcome legendary artist Shepard Fairey, spinning as guest DJ at our High Desert Art Fair 2026 opening celebration on March 27th. Don’t miss this extraordinary kickoff event!
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Circles Around The Sun delivers cosmic instrumental disco that evolved from Grateful Dead’s “Fare Thee Well” concerts into a genre-defying experience blending psych-rock, jazz-funk, and psychedelia with notable collaborations.
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Discover how Zepparella honors Led Zeppelin’s legacy through passionate musicianship and deep reverence. This all-female powerhouse band brings fresh energy to iconic songs while maintaining the spirit that made Zeppelin[…]
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Montana’s Kitchen Dwellers blend traditional bluegrass with psychedelic elements to create their signature “galaxy grass” sound, captivating audiences nationwide with virtuosic musicianship and boundary-pushing compositions.
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Kitchen Dwellers, the Montana-based quartet, have carved a unique niche in the modern bluegrass landscape with their distinctive blend of folk traditions and psychedelic innovation. Comprised of Shawn Swain on[…]
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Discover Say She She, the NYC trio blending punk-chic and discodelic sounds with powerful three-part harmonies. Their music combines irresistible grooves with calls for social change, creating protest anthems disguised[…]
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Get ready for an electrifying night as Yak Attack and TV Broken 3rd Eye Open bring their innovative sound fusion to Pappy and Harriet’s on February 2nd, 2026, blending electronic[…]
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Andy Frasco, a dynamic performer with Jewfro curls and boundless energy, leads his band The U.N. in electrifying shows that blend rock, folk, and celebration. His new album “Growing Pains”[…]
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Moontricks, the electro-folk duo from Canada’s Kootenay mountains, blend traditional folk and blues with modern electronic production, creating a unique “technicolor campfire” sound that has garnered millions of streams worldwide.
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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[…]
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Chicago’s LowDown Brass Band blends soul, funk, hip hop, and jazz into a dynamic all-horn experience, earning critical acclaim nationwide. Following their 2023 singles, they’re set to release “Citizens of[…]
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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[…]
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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.
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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[…]
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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.
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Trash Classic delivers Frankie and the Witch Fingers’ most feral mutation yet—a proto-punk explosion of infectious hooks, angular melodies, and gritty electronic textures that transforms their sound into a razor-edged[…]
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Ring in the New Year at Red Dog Saloon in Pioneertown with our annual western disco celebration. Enjoy a night of dancing, dust, and revelry with no cover charge—just pure[…]
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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[…]
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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.
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
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[…]
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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.
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It’s no longer a secret that California-based Jerry’s Middle Finger (JMF) delivers the best Jerry Garcia Band tribute experience in the world – performing and celebrating the music of JGB[…]
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Join us for an enchanting fundraising evening with Los Poncho Tones and Friends to support Find Food Bank, featuring performances by celebrated local artists and hosted by Alastair “Ramblin'” Hamblin.
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Join us for the fourth annual Dustbowl Revival concert featuring genre-defying artist Abby Posner! Experience an unforgettable night of funk, soul, and rock n’ roll with this NPR-featured multi-instrumentalist who[…]
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
Step into a rollicking roadhouse revue with Cactus Wine’s dirty blues and dusty boots experience. Enjoy high-octane performances featuring song, dance, and Wild West romance straight from Joshua Tree.
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SunSquabi’s self-titled album marks a creative reset for the Colorado trio, blending electronic production with jam-band freedom and funk grooves to deliver their most honest and defining musical statement yet.
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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[…]
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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.
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Discover L.A.-based trio Brainstory’s aptly named new album “Sounds Good,” showcasing their musical evolution since 2019. With producer Leon Michels elevating their sound and special guests including É Arenas of[…]
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Join Ohmega Hifi & Vinyl Club for an electrifying afterparty featuring top DJs spinning Latin rhythms, soul, funk, and disco following the Brainstory, E. Arenas, and Twin Seas performance at[…]
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Get jolly with live Grateful Dead music on Saturday, December 13th from 7pm until late. Enjoy two full sets performed by Wyatt Abernathie, Ethan Perlman, Brian Beard, and a mystery[…]
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California’s fastest rising top tier jamband, Taper’s Choice is the four headed brain-child of Alex Bleeker (Real Estate), Dave Harrington (Darkside), Chris Tomson (Vampire Weekend), and Zach Tenorio (Arc Iris).
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Experience the enchanting Yule-Tide Masquerade Ball at Mojave Gold featuring Ramones and Ace Frehley (Kiss) tributes and special guests. Enjoy pagan festivities, punk rock fashion, and holiday magic while supporting[…]
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Join us for the Homestead Sessions’ final show of the year featuring Mikey Reyes & Friends, Palo Xanto, and Fresh Basil, plus DJ sets by J Shaw & Fancy Vandals.[…]
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Honeycomb Beatbox looper and multi-instrumentalist Gable Johnson will be joining The Floozies and Dirtwire on their Neon Sundown tour, with West Coast dates in Chico, Berkeley, Pioneertown, Phoenix, and San[…]
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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[…]
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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.
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Los Lobos: 50 Years of Musical Legacy – From East L.A. to Global Impact For five decades, the Grammy-winning quintet has blended Mexican roots with American blues and rock, creating[…]
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Experience the magic of Desert Unplugged at Joshua Tree’s Z Lounge this Tuesday, featuring acoustic performances from MTN GRL and Wildlife Freeway, hosted by local favorite Palo Xanto under the[…]
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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[…]
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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.
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
Melbourne’s Folk Bitch Trio blends rich traditional harmonies with modern subversion in their music. This fresh band brings thoughtful, playful folk that’s both serious and humorous, drawing from their deep[…]
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
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[…]
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
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.
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
The year 2025 is the 60th anniversary of the FLAMIN’ GROOVIES! They are the rarest of rare. A band from the sixties, who changed course in the seventies, never bowed[…]
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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[…]