Markets, makers, music and where to eat in the high desert.
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Behind the shelves at JT Trading Post are makers who also happen to work the register. Meet August Sun, Ryan Dobbins, Nayeli, and Seamstress Kate — the staff creators whose handmade pieces live alongside the rest of o...
Things to do in Joshua Tree Oct. 12–18, 2026: Pioneer Days in Twentynine Palms, the final Hwy 62 Art Tours weekend, free Levitt AMP music, shows, weather and park alerts.
Joshua Tree Music Festival Oct. 8–11, Night Sky Festival Star Party Oct. 10 on the new moon, free Hwy 62 Art Tours, Pappy & Harriet's shows, weather and park notes.
Welcome the fall equinox with desert-inspired candles, incense, crystals, and creosote shower bundles. Explore a Joshua Tree ritual for slowing down, marking the season, and bringing the desert’s golden light indoors.
Part of our ongoing maker series — spotlighting the vendors whose work makes everyday life a little better. From handcrafted walnut boards and a locally made card game to small-batch desert soaps and desert-inspired d...
The outdoor market is back, the courtyard's been rebuilt, and October is shaping up to be the biggest month we've had. Every Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM — come find your people and the makers who call the high d...
The heat is easing, the tents are going back up, and the courtyard is coming alive again. Our outdoor market is back every weekend in September — local makers, handmade goods, and all the small finds worth wandering for.
Some clothing is made to be new. The pieces in this round of Meet the Makers are made to have a past — worn-in denim, one-of-a-kind vintage finds, graphic tees with something to say, and boho layers built for wanderin...
Five vendors. One desert spirit. Meet the makers bringing rugged Western goods, boho style, and one-of-a-kind Joshua Tree keepsakes to JT Trading Post — and the stories behind what they make.
Meet the desert wellness makers behind JT Trading Post — Mojave Moon Apothecary, Orchid + Ash, Plant Social, and Good Buds. Handcrafted goods rooted in the high desert, available in store and online.
Meet the local artists behind JT Trading Post — from Amber Morgan's high desert prints and Doug Beale's Kreaturetown characters to Linda Shrader's Joshua Tree sculptures and Tayler Straziuso's Stray Ceramics. Every pi...
Memorial Day means something particular in the High Desert. With one of the largest Marine bases in the world next door, this community has always known the cost of service. Here's how to honor the day — and make the ...
Part one covered the main towns. Part two goes further — into Pioneertown's honky tonk BBQ, Flamingo Heights' LA-worthy dining, and Morongo Valley's hidden gems most visitors drive right past. Here's where to eat when...
The high desert eats well. From sourdough pizza in Joshua Tree to farm-to-table dining at a 1928 desert oasis, here are our favorite local restaurants across Joshua Tree, Yucca Valley, and Twentynine Palms — organized...
Planning a weekend in Joshua Tree? Get the inside scoop on local favorites and desert finds from those who call this magical place home. Your ultimate guide to experiencing the best of the high desert.
December in Joshua Tree has its own quiet magic — cold nights, brilliant stars, and a creative community that lights up the season. Your guide to the best the high desert has to offer in winter.
JT Trading Post brings farm-cut Christmas trees to Joshua Tree, CA every December. Fresh trees, local vendors, and that rare combination of cold desert mornings and warm holiday spirit at 61716 Twentynine Palms Hwy.
The 2025 olive oil harvest has arrived at JT Trading Post. Fresh, locally made Joshua Tree olive oil pressed by local hands. Available in-store and online at jttradingpost.com while supplies last.
Orville Peck takes the stage at Pappy and Harriet's in Pioneertown — one of the Mojave Desert's most legendary music venues. A guide to one of the desert's most unforgettable live music experiences.
The Sound and Sand Music Series brings free live music to JT Trading Post in Joshua Tree, CA — a weekly outdoor event where local musicians perform alongside artisan vendors in the high desert.
November is one of the best times to visit Joshua Tree. Mild temperatures, clear skies, and fewer crowds make it ideal for hiking, stargazing, and shopping local vendors at JT Trading Post.
Your insider guide to JT Trading Post in Joshua Tree, CA — featuring 47+ local vendors, handmade goods, desert-inspired gifts, and a rotating outdoor marketplace. Here is what to know before you visit.
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