Joshua Tree
2024 Fall Events Guide

V I S I T J O S H U A T R E E

Your Ultimate Guide To All Things Joshua Tree

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Fall is ‘Events Season’ in the High Desert!

  • Hwy 62 Open Studio Art Tours (Weekends in October)

    JOSHUA TREE AREA: The annual HWY 62 Open Studio Art Tours is a self-guided tour of artist studios across the Morongo Basin communities: Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, Pioneertown, Rimrock, Flamingo Heights, Landers, Joshua Tree, 29 Palms and Wonder Valley.

  • Night Sky Festival (Oct 4-5)

    29 PALMS, CA: The Night Sky Festival celebrates Joshua Tree National Park’s night sky with a 2-day event that includes activities for all ages.

  • Gublers Orchid Festival (Oct 5-6)

    LANDERS, CA: Join us at this wonderful charity event where the proceeds benefit local charities. Decide which of your favorite charities receives the proceeds from your orchid and beer purchases through the use of “Rotary Bucks” given with each $10 purchased.

  • Joshua Tree Music Festival (Oct 10-13)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: A testament to the power of community, these family-friendly four-day celebrations invite you to connect on a deeper level through powerful shared experiences.

  • Pappy & Harriets - Legendary Live Shows! (Year Round)

    PIONEERTOWN, CA: This roadhouse, located off the beaten path in Pioneertown, has an extensive history. The top 100 U.S. Music Venues.

  • Integratron - Sound Baths (Year Round except January)

    LANDERS, CA: The Sound Bath - The Integratron’s Signature Experience - This is an unforgettable sound experience for those who seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation, and introspection.

  • Come See the Stars! (Monthly, When the Moon is not in the Sky!)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Joshua Tree has the best night skies in Southern California. Check out our ‘Guide to the Night Sky’ for when and where to see a million stars!

  • Desert Forest: Life with Joshua Trees (Thru December 29, 2024)

    LANCASTER, CA: The exhibition sheds light on the threatened Joshua tree and the fragile Mojave Desert ecosystem that sustains it.

  • Joshua Tree Farmers Market - (Every Saturday 8am-1pm)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Joshua Tres original Farmers Market - Every Saturday! - Come and meet some of the locals!

  • Harrison House - Music • Arts • Ecology - Joshua Tree (Year Round)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Unique local destination which showcases indoor/outdoor musical/art events as well as workshops focusing on Perma-Culture and Ecology.

  • Gaia Villa Wellness Retreats / Joshua Tree (Year Round)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Gaia Villa offer Wellness retreats yer round. All retreats are open to the public.

  • Joshua Tree Retreat Center (Year Round)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Home of the Institute of Mentalphysics, a retreat center for individuals and groups to create and experience new ways to approach spiritual living and personal well-being.

  • JTNPA - Desert Institute (Year round)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Explore Joshua Tree National Park with the Desert Institute field classes, recreational adventures, wellness experiences and family activities.

  • Local Destinations (all Year)

    JOSHUA TREE AREA: Explore the Magical High Desert!

  • Joshua Tree National Park Art Exposition (Nov 1-30)

    29 PALMS, CA: The Premier Art Event of the High Desert! Save the date for the 11th annual Art Exposition!

  • Rock Rumble Royale (Dec 13-14, 2024)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Hosted by Cliff Hanger Guides - a bouldering COMP and Conservation Event. This event is a first of it’s kind, mixing climbing ethics and ethos, with what really matters, the planet and environment that sustains us all.

  • Climb Smart (Dec 6-8, 2024)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: On December 1-3, 2023 Climb Smart will take place INSIDE of Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP), offering education, stewardship, and connection to the climbing community. As in years past, we’ll stay at the Indian Cove Group Campground & Amphitheater.

  • It's Climbing Season! Learn to Climb (Sept-May)

    JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK: Once the temps cool down, climbing season starts in the park. Make sure to hire a local climbing guide!

  • Joshua Tree Half Marathon (Nov 2, 2024)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: The Joshua Tree Half Marathon is a one-of-a-kind NIGHT RACE that takes you through the desert and under the stars with colorful lights leading you to the finish!

  • Sound Mind Garden - Sound Baths (Year Round)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: The Sound Mind Garden has been providing soundbaths in Joshua Tree since 2019. We are offering both small intimate group sound sessions, and also larger event entertainment performances suited for weddings, retreats, engagement parties, and/or concerts.

  • Spaghetti Western - Live Music (Year Round)

    MORONGO VALLEY, CA: Amazing Italian food and hospitality - and a fabulous music venue!

  • Sunday Morning Market - Sky High Pie / Joshua Tree

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Every Sunday from 9am to 3pm (weather permitting) 🌪️ We love seeing the courtyard come alive with music, people and food 🥐 🥰🍕🎵🌿

  • Desert Marketplace - Check link for Schedule and Venues

    RJOSHUA TREE, CA: ecurring Pop-ups with local wares - Come and meet some high- desert folks!

  • PAST - CA State Poet Laureate Lee Herrick at CMC (Sept 27)

    Join us in the Bell Center Community Room for an inspiring evening with renowned poet Lee Herrick! 📖✨

  • PAST - Bhakti Fest (Sept 27-29)

    JOSHUA TREE, CA: Bhakti Fest celebrates the devotional paths of yoga, Kirtan (sacred music), and meditation