Joshua Tree National Park Association (JTNPA) is thrilled to announce the Fifth Annual Beneath the Desert Sky Benefit Concert, taking place on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the legendary Pappy & Harriet’s. This magical musical event serves as a vital fundraiser for JTNPA, the primary nonprofit partner of Joshua Tree National Park since 1962.
Proceeds from ticket sales directly support top-priority projects and programs within Joshua Tree National Park, providing a critical bridge between park lovers and the preservation of this iconic landscape.
The 2026 lineup features an eclectic mix of talent:
- Sin City All Stars with Special Guests The Doohickeys and Lo Shook: This Mojave-rooted collective will deliver a heartfelt tribute to Gram Parsons. Featuring Dusty Wakeman, Bryson Jones, Dave Raven, Carl Byron, and Jordan Bush, they are joined by the cheeky cowboy duo Haley Brown and Jack Hackett to celebrate the “Cosmic American Music” that defines the high desert.
- The Ghost Notes: A Coachella Valley-based Grateful Dead tribute band, The Ghost Notes are dedicated to the spirit of improvisation. Their performance promises a journey through long jams and the communal heartbeat of the Dead’s musical movement.
- Long Duk Dong: Transporting the audience back to the neon-soaked glory days of the 80s, this high-energy tribute band brings the best of pop, rock, and new wave with outrageous stage style and playful nostalgia.
- Special Guest Marc McClure: Best known as Jimmy Olsen in the classic Superman films and Dave McFly in Back to the Future, McClure brings his star power and deep love for the community to the stage.
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
- Location: Pappy & Harriet’s (Indoor Show), 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown, CA
- Time: Doors open at 8:00 PM | Show starts at 9:00 PM
- Tickets: Early Bird GA $32.90 | General Admission $38.60 (Limit 6 per customer)
Tickets are available now! Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
