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FEEL THE RHYTHM OF THE DESERT: SOUND AND SAND MUSIC SERIES

FEEL THE RHYTHM OF THE DESERT: SOUND AND SAND MUSIC SERIES

The desert sun hits just right on the weekends, painting Joshua Tree in golden light. You can hear it in the strum of a guitar before you even reach the market — that first note drifting over the sand, carrying the promise of a weekend that feels easy and alive. That’s the magic of the Sound and Sand Music Series, happening this Saturday and Sunday in Joshua Tree. 

Two days, two lineups, endless discovery. Every set carries its own energy, a pulse that moves through the crowd, sparks conversation, and invites everyone to linger a little longer. Each performance is a chance to connect, to feel the music vibrate underfoot, and to let the weekend unfold at its own rhythm.

And yes, there’s more than just music. The open-air market is alive with local makers, and the bar pours drinks that feel as effortless as the weekend itself. But the heart of Sound & Sand is the stage — the energy of live performers, the rhythms bouncing off the sand, and the way music can turn any afternoon into a memory.

Come for the tunes, stay for the scene. Discover a new favorite artist, dance a little, let a song linger in your mind long after it’s over. Sound & Sand isn’t just a weekend — it’s a place where music meets the desert, and every note feels like it belongs.