{"id":2309698,"date":"2026-03-03T05:05:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T05:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2309698"},"modified":"2026-03-03T05:05:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T05:05:01","slug":"mojave-desert-venues-stack-early-march-with-live-entertainment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/mojave-desert-venues-stack-early-march-with-live-entertainment\/","title":{"rendered":"Mojave Desert venues stack early March with live entertainment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<div id=\"videoWrap\" class=\"spacer-large videoWrap\" style=\"position:relative\"><media-video video-id=\"88889911007\" title=\"Top 5 live shows to see in the California High Desert in March\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889530007-img-4470-2.jpg?crop=827,465,x0,y50\" util-module-path=\"elements\/media\" placement=\"snow-video-story-priority\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"uwVideoPlaceholder\" slot=\"placeholder\" style=\"z-index:19;width:100%;padding-bottom:56.25%;position:relative\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"vidplaybtn\" style=\"display:-moz-box;display:-ms-flexbox;display:-webkit-flex;display:flex;background-color:rgba(0,0,0,.4);border:2px solid #fff;border-radius:80px;cursor:pointer;height:80px;width:80px;position:absolute;top:50%;left:50%;transform:translate(-50%,-50%);z-index:10\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"vidplayicon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/appservices\/universal-web\/universal\/icons\/icon-play-alt-white.svg\" alt=\"play\" style=\"height:40px;margin:auto 18px auto 27px;width:40px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div slot=\"videoDetails\" id=\"videoDetails\" class=\"videoDetails\" style=\"padding-top:8px;padding-bottom:8px\">\n<div id=\"videoDetailsContainer\" class=\"videoDetailsContainer\" hidden=\"\">\n<p>Top 5 live shows to see in the California High Desert in March<\/p>\n<p>Live entertainment in the High Desert heats up this week with shows headlined by Gipsy Kings, George Thorogood, and local Victor Valley bands.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/media-video><\/div>\n<p><story-highlights class=\"spacer-small column ten-column no-gutter\" util-module-path=\"elements\/story\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mojave Desert venues are offering a variety of entertainment options in early March.<\/li>\n<li>Performances include the Gipsy Kings at Sycuan and George Thorogood &amp; The Destroyers at Yaamava&#8217;.<\/li>\n<li>Events range from ticketed headliners to free local shows at restaurants and bars.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/story-highlights><partner-banner util-module-path=\"elements\/partner\" class=\"spacer-large\" min-height=\"390\" fluid=\"\" outstream=\"\"\/>\n<p>Mojave Desert venues are stacking the calendar with a little bit of everything: globally touring pop-flamenco, roots-rock staples and high-energy blues and soul nights that keep the dance floor moving well past midnight.<\/p>\n<partner-banner util-module-path=\"elements\/partner\" class=\"spacer-large\" min-height=\"600\" fluid=\"\" outstream=\"\" momentum=\"\"\/>\n<p>Regional casinos lead the way with two major bookings- Gypsy Kings and David Thorogood. Local venues are keeping up with the big guys, fitting Desert rock and punk bands into the live music bar scene.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re planning a ticketed headliner night or a free lounge hang with music, these picks offer dependable entertainment beyond the gaming floor for the March 2\u201315 window.<\/p>\n<p class=\"related-link\"><span class=\"exclude-from-newsgate\"><strong style=\"margin-right:3px\">More: <\/strong><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vvdailypress.com\/story\/entertainment\/local-celebrity\/2026\/02\/13\/how-high-desert-influencers-are-changing-victor-valleys-image\/88555839007\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">These influencers are changing the way California views the High Desert<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">HOT PICK<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">March 14: <strong>Gipsy Kings ft. Tonino Baliardo \u2014 \u201cHistoria Tour 2026\u201d<\/strong> at Sycuan Casino Resort<\/h2>\n<p><media-image image-set=\"bestCrop, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/-mm-\/c830bdbcc537f0c9080de91782d8e946d806a49f\/c=0-0-522-392\/local\/-\/media\/2015\/05\/13\/DetroitFreePress\/DetroitFreePress\/635671306547008705-image001-2.jpg 4:3, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/-mm-\/44eb6f7ea68da0c5b4afc92b91bb6ee99751be64\/c=114-0-409-393\/local\/-\/media\/2015\/05\/13\/DetroitFreePress\/DetroitFreePress\/635671306547008705-image001-2.jpg 3:4, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/-mm-\/eb1c577767aa36baf4bd8e81f0754d4f7d6e365c\/c=0-49-522-344\/local\/-\/media\/2015\/05\/13\/DetroitFreePress\/DetroitFreePress\/635671306547008705-image001-2.jpg 16:9\" image-alt=\"Gipsy Kings\" credit=\"Gipsy Kings\" caption=\"Gipsy Kings\" orientation=\"horizontal\" class=\"spacer-large\" util-module-path=\"elements\/media\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Concert<\/strong>: The internationally renowned Gipsy Kings bring their \u201cHistoria Tour 2026\u201d to Sycuan for a rare chance to catch flamenco-pop royalty in a casino venue setting. With decades of global hits and a live show built for dancing, this is the most culturally distinctive, high-impact booking in the region during the period.<\/p>\n<partner-banner util-module-path=\"elements\/partner\" fluid=\"\" bottom=\"\" lazy=\"\" class=\"spacer-large\" min-height=\"390\" outstream=\"\"\/>\n<p><strong>If you go:<\/strong> 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, at the Heritage Event Center at Sycuan Casino Resort in El Cajon. Tickets are $69\u2013$99; age 21+. Get more details at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/sycuan.com\/events\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"sycuan.com\/events\">sycuan.com\/events<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">BEST BETS<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">March 6: <strong>George Thorogood &amp; The Destroyers<\/strong> at Yaamava\u2019 Resort &amp; Casino<\/h2>\n<p><media-image image-set=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/media\/2016\/07\/29\/Wilmington\/Wilmington\/636054277637009956-072916-WIL-GEORGE-THOROGOOD-49934-wb.JPG bestCrop, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/-mm-\/74cee106115a748d3af133ebb90f7ed9e6aa3297\/c=125-0-1875-1316\/local\/-\/media\/2016\/07\/29\/Wilmington\/Wilmington\/636054277637009956-072916-WIL-GEORGE-THOROGOOD-49934-wb.JPG 4:3, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/-mm-\/2207962d3e30844d3535a0be0c0c7eae54769553\/c=121-0-1108-1316\/local\/-\/media\/2016\/07\/29\/Wilmington\/Wilmington\/636054277637009956-072916-WIL-GEORGE-THOROGOOD-49934-wb.JPG 3:4, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/-mm-\/8e46575f6644f9d4c214da4a192cd9548042d927\/c=0-0-1997-1128\/local\/-\/media\/2016\/07\/29\/Wilmington\/Wilmington\/636054277637009956-072916-WIL-GEORGE-THOROGOOD-49934-wb.JPG 16:9\" image-alt=\"\" credit=\"William Bretzger\/The News Journal\" caption=\"George Thorogood takes the stage with the Destroyers as they play the Delaware State Fair Friday, July 29, 2016.\" orientation=\"horizontal\" class=\"spacer-large\" util-module-path=\"elements\/media\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rock<\/strong>: A cornerstone name in American bar-room rock, George Thorogood &amp; The Destroyers bring decades of touring muscle to Highland for a prime Friday-night show. Yaamava lists the event with a 7 p.m. doors \/ 8 p.m. start and a 21+ entry requirement.<\/p>\n<p><cta-atoms-container-inline util-module-path=\"elements\/cta\" class=\"spacer-large\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you go:<\/strong> 8 p.m. Friday, March 6 at Yaamava\u2019 Theater at Yaamava\u2019 Resort &amp; Casino in Highland. Doors open 7 p.m.; ages 21+; ticket prices vary. Details at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yaamava.com\/entertainment\/george-thorogood-and-destroyers-concert\">yaamava.com\/entertainment\/george-thorogood-and-destroyers-concert<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">March 7: <strong>Blotterhead<\/strong> at Frogee&#8217;s Bar Apple Valley<\/h2>\n<p><media-image image-set=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889530007-img-4470-2.jpg bestCrop, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889530007-img-4470-2.jpg?crop=827,621,x0,y50 4:3, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889530007-img-4470-2.jpg?crop=751,999,x38,y0 3:4, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889530007-img-4470-2.jpg?crop=827,465,x0,y50 16:9\" image-alt=\"\" credit=\"Provided by Blotterhead\" caption=\"Catch High Desert original punk band Blotterhead at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, at Frogee's Bar Apple Valley.\" orientation=\"vertical\" class=\"spacer-large\" util-module-path=\"elements\/media\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Local punk rock<\/strong>: Formed in 2024, local DIY punk band <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/blotterhead_official\/\">Blotterhead<\/a> consists of High Desert musicians Sam Hain, Jordan Rice, Crazy Carl and Eric Lara. Check out their original headbangers at Frogee&#8217;s Bar on Saturday, March 7, along with other punk favorites 12 Pack Assassins and Clueless Brigade for the &#8220;Paddy&#8217;s Pregame.&#8221;<\/p>\n<partner-banner util-module-path=\"elements\/partner\" fluid=\"\" bottom=\"\" lazy=\"\" class=\"spacer-large\" min-height=\"600\" outstream=\"\" momentum=\"\"\/>\n<p><strong>If you go:<\/strong> Doors open at 6 p.m. for the show, located at 21820 CA-18, Apple Valley. Ages 21+ only.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">March 7: <strong>R.J. McRae<\/strong> at Cross Eyed Cow Pizza<\/h2>\n<p><media-image image-set=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889673007-img-4475.jpg bestCrop, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889673007-img-4475.jpg?crop=827,621,x0,y46 4:3, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889673007-img-4475.jpg?crop=689,919,x69,y0 3:4, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889673007-img-4475.jpg?crop=827,465,x0,y46 16:9\" image-alt=\"\" credit=\"Provided by R. J. McRae\" caption=\"R. J. McRae is planning an epic blues-soul set for his set at 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, at Cross Eye Cow Pizza.\" orientation=\"vertical\" class=\"spacer-large\" util-module-path=\"elements\/media\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Blues\/soul<\/strong>: Patio season is back at the High Desert&#8217;s whackiest pizza joint. Seasoned <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vvdailypress.com\/story\/lifestyle\/food\/2024\/05\/31\/cross-eyed-cow-pizza-featured-in-americas-best-restaurants-episode\/73884890007\/\">Cross Eyed Cow<\/a> performer R.J. McRae will kick off the restaurant&#8217;s live music events with his blues and soul music on Saturday, March 7. McRae serenades all the major High Desert bars with his steel guitar playing, including Town&#8217;s End Bar &amp; Grill, Better Days, My Hero and more.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you go:<\/strong> Enjoy the free show at 5 p.m. located at 19242 National Trails Highway, Oro Grande.<\/p>\n<p class=\"related-link\"><span class=\"exclude-from-newsgate\"><strong style=\"margin-right:3px\">More sizzling events: <\/strong><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vvdailypress.com\/things-to-do\/events\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Check out our High Desert entertainment roundup<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"presto-h2 wp-block-heading\">March 14: <strong>Hollow Moon<\/strong> at Cross Eye Cow Pizza<\/h2>\n<p><media-image image-set=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889723007-img-4472.jpg bestCrop, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889723007-img-4472.jpg?crop=700,526,x0,y30 4:3, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889723007-img-4472.jpg?crop=462,615,x35,y0 3:4, https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2026\/02\/27\/NVIC\/88889723007-img-4472.jpg?crop=700,395,x0,y30 16:9\" image-alt=\"\" credit=\"Provided by Hollow Moon\" caption=\"Indie rock cover band Hollow Moon will play at 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, at Cross Eyed Cow Pizza in Oro Grande.\" orientation=\"horizontal\" class=\"spacer-large\" util-module-path=\"elements\/media\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rock<\/strong> <strong>covers:<\/strong> Hollow Moon has the hits. This Indie rock cover band shuffles Sublime, Red Hot Chili Peppers, 311 and the likes in their live repertoire. Catch your favorite tune at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vvdailypress.com\/story\/opinion\/columns\/2025\/01\/29\/victor-valley-hiking-trails-california-high-desert-peloza-peak-trail\/77929983007\/\">the pizza place<\/a> on Saturday, March 7, in Oro Grande.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you go:<\/strong> Music starts at 5 p.m. Get to Cross Eye Cow Pizza early to order food and drinks, located at 19242 National Trails Highway, Oro Grande.<\/p>\n<p><em>This story was co-authored by Dave DeMille,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/presto-suite.gannettdigital.com\/quick-view\/ddemille@gannett.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ddemille@gannett.com<\/a>, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. 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