The 2nd Annual Joshua Tree Accordion Festival takes place June 6th & 7th, 2026 in ArtQueen, 61855 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, CA, United States, 92252.
Celebrate the wild spirit, sound, and stories of the squeezebox under the high desert sun! This passion-driven, community-focused festival is free and open to all ages—come dance, listen, learn, and connect.
One of Sunday’s featured soloists is Carlos Avalon
A true song stylist with a lifetime of musical experience, Carlos brings a captivating stage presence filled with European charm and charisma. His unique act echoes the spirit of legends like Liberace, Wayne Newton, Paul Anka, and the deep emotion of Juan Gabriel—creating a performance that’s both nostalgic and entirely his own.
Festival Details:
The 2nd Annual Joshua Tree Accordion Festival is a free, all-ages, two-day celebration of accordion music featuring:
Live performances across folk, zydeco, Americana & more
Community jam sessions (bring your accordion!)
Dancing under the desert sky
Free beginner accordion lessons
Where: Art Queen
61855 29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA
When: Saturday, June 6 & Sunday, June 7, 2026
Admission: Free
Featured artists include Doug Legacy & the Jocombo Zydeco Band, The Mudbugs, Nathan & Jessie, and Ralph E. White.
Check the full schedule & updates here:
JT Accordion Festival Info Page
Come out, dance, play, and celebrate accordion culture in the Mojave’
Weekend Highlights include: Live accordion-led music both days; Sunday Accordion Lesson @ 1 PM; Custom Accordion Raffle @ 4 PM; Massive All-Play Jam Session to close the fest; Local food vendors; outdoor art + creative booths
2026 Lineup Includes:
5 Cent Coffee
Doug Legacy & the Jocomo Zydeco Band
Tumbleweed Timemachine
Nathan & Jessie
The Mudbugs
WestoverHobbs
Toot & Squeeze
Luz Gaxiola
Ilya Kreymer
Ralph E. White & more!
Saturday Features: 5 Cent Coffee: Serving up their signature “neo-skiffle junkyard blues,” this Bay Area trio blends Americana with jug band grit—think ukulele, banjo, accordion, upright bass, and quirky percussion like washboards, kazoos, and chains. Inspired by old-time folk, traveling circuses, and dusty storytelling traditions, their sound is raw, theatrical, and unforgettable.
For more information: accordionapocalypse@yahoo.com
