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  • What is the weather like in Borrego Springs?

    Borrego Springs experiences a desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures can exceed 100°F (38°C) in the summer, so it's important to stay hydrated and wear sun protection. The best time to visit is during the cooler months, from October to April.

  • What kind of wildlife might I encounter?

    In Borrego Springs, you may encounter various desert animals, including:


    • Bighorn sheep
    • Swainson's hawks
    • Coyotes
    • Foxes
    • Numerous bird species, including owls
    • Snakes, such as rattlesnakes and sidewinders
    • Lizards
    • Scorpions
    • Spiders

    Be cautious and respectful of wildlife, and never approach or feed wild animals.

  • How can I learn about local events and activities?

    To stay informed about local events and activities, check:

    These resources will help you stay updated on what's happening in Borrego Springs.

  • Where can I find groceries and supplies?

    For groceries and supplies, you can visit:

    • The Desert Pantry: A family-owned grocery store
    • Center Market: Another local option for groceries
    • Dollar General: For general merchandise
    • NAPA Auto Parts: For automotive needs
    • Borrego Springs Hardware: For hardware and home improvement supplies
    • Local convenience stores and liquor stores: For snacks and beverages

    These options ensure you have everything you need during your visit to Borrego Springs.

  • Can I ride my bike in Borrego Springs?

    Yes, Borrego Springs is bike-friendly with many scenic routes. However, keep in mind that distances can be long, and the dry heat can be intense. Always carry plenty of water, and be prepared for the remote desert environment.

  • What should I pack for my visit?

    When visiting Borrego Springs, consider packing:


    • Sun protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats.
    • Comfortable hiking or walking shoes.
    • Plenty of water and a refillable water bottle.
    • A first aid kit and any necessary medications.
    • Lightweight clothing for the daytime and layers for cooler evenings.
  • Is Borrego Springs Kid-Friendly?

    Yes, Borrego Springs offers many kid-friendly activities, including:


    • Tour the Anza Borrego State Park Visitor Center
    • Explore the desert landscape and rock formations
    • Visit the Borrego Springs Public Park
    • Participate in educational programs and shop at ABDNHA & ABF
    • Enjoy the metal sculptures at Galleta Meadows
    • Stargaze together in the International Dark Sky Community
    • Attend family-friendly events and festivals
    • Take a guided nature walk or hike suitable for children
    • Explore the Borrego Springs Library for children's programs and activities

    These activities ensure that families have a memorable and enjoyable experience in Borrego Springs.

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January 28, 2026
An Event Hosted by Soroptimist of Borrego Springs
January 27, 2026
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January 26, 2026
Cafecito Monday brought together longtime friends and new faces on Monday, January 26, at Yellow Woman Ranch in Borrego Springs. The weekly morning gathering, organized by Rossy Sanchez, owner of Yellow Woman Ranch, was held from 8 to 10 a.m. and introduced guests to traditional Cuban cafecito paired with sweet and savory treats. Attendees relaxed on the ranch grounds, enjoying mountain views and conversation in a welcoming setting.
January 26, 2026
Paintings & Private Collection See Nita Wipper Paintings & Her Private Art Collection in Borrego Springs, Feb 7–Mar 1, 2026, curated by Elizabeth Rodriguez at The Palms. Nita Wipper: Paintings & Her Private Art Collection is on view Feb 7–Mar 1, 2026 at The Gallery at The Palms in Borrego Springs. Curated by Elizabeth Rodriguez , the show features Wipper’s paintings plus works by Marjorie Reed, Leslie Duncan, Joe Garcia, Betty Carr, Toni Williams, Armand Vallee, and Debra Huse , along with Mexican artifacts including crosses, masks, mirrors, sculptures, angels, padres y animalitos . Visit Details Dates: February 7 – March 1, 2026 Hours: Daily, 9:30 am – 8:30 pm Location: The Gallery at The Palms, 2220 Hoberg Rd, Borrego Springs Opening Reception: Saturday, Feb 7, 5–8 pm Phone: 760-443-3300 Email: houseofborregosprs@sbcglobal.net  Learn More About Borrego Springs
January 26, 2026
RoadRunner Club Benefit Tournament The RoadRunner Club will host its 38th Annual Senior Center Benefit Golf Tournament on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 , continuing a long-running tradition of community support through golf. The tournament benefits the Borrego Springs Senior Center and brings together local golfers, sponsors, and supporters for a day on the course. Tournament Details Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Start Time: 9:00 am shotgun start Format: Four-person scramble Teams: Sign up as a team, couple, or single player Teams & pairings: Posted on the golf bulletin board Entry & Donations The entry fee is a $35 donation per golfer to the Borrego Springs Senior Center. The RoadRunner Club will donate the green fees, ensuring proceeds directly support Senior Center programs. Golfers will enjoy complimentary coffee, Bailey’s, beer, water, soft drinks, and hot dogs during the event. Hole Sponsorship Opportunity Community members and businesses are invited to sponsor a hole for $100 . Sponsors do not need to golf to participate. Personalized signs will be displayed on the golf course, or sponsors may request the same message used in prior years. Registration Information Golf cut-off date: Friday, February 20, at 5:00 pm Payment: Checks payable to Borrego Springs Senior Center Submit forms: Men’s Golf Drop Box by the cardroom door Or mail to P.O. Box 1514, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 Questions For additional information, contact Tom Beck at (503) 357-1680 . This annual tournament remains an important way the RoadRunner Club supports the Borrego Springs Senior Center while offering a relaxed and social day of golf for the community.  Learn More About Borrego Springs
January 26, 2026
Language of Hands at Studio 628 in Borrego Springs Language of Hands by artist Robert Beckmann is currently on view at Studio 628 on Palm Canyon Drive in Borrego Springs, California. The exhibit runs until February 28 and is curated by Gary Henderson. This show features small painting studies focused on hands. Some hands are occupied in different activities, while others are shown in repose. The subjects are described as enigmatic, with a feeling of both peace and something disruptive that cannot be seen. Dates and Location Exhibit: The Language of Hands Artist: Robert Beckmann Where: Studio 628, Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA On view: Until February 28 Curated by: Gary Henderson What the Show Features Language of Hands centers on gesture and stillness through a series of small works, including: Hands engaged in different actions Hands in repose Study-style paintings with close-up viewpoints Quiet scenes with subtle tension About the Artist: Robert Beckmann Robert Beckmann has a career spanning decades, and his artwork is featured in more than 20 museums in the United States and internationally. About the Curator: Gary Henderson The exhibit is curated by Gary Henderson, founder of Gary Henderson Interiors (formerly Henderson Kelly). Established in 2002, the boutique interior design studio is based in Seattle and also has an office in Borrego Springs. The firm works on new construction, remodels, and existing spaces, offering services that include space planning, interior design, project management, and purchasing.
January 23, 2026
Babes Ride Out Scheduled to Return to Borrego Springs in April Babes Ride Out , a women-focused motorcycle event, is scheduled to take place in Borrego Springs from April 24 to April 26. The event will be hosted at the Palm Canyon Hotel and RV Resort, which has been fully reserved for attendees during that time. Babes Ride Out began in Borrego Springs in 2013 and has since expanded to additional locations nationally and internationally. Borrego Springs continues to host one of the organization’s annual gatherings. Babes Ride Out and Its History in Borrego Springs  Babes Ride Out began in Borrego Springs in 2013 when founders Ashmore Ellis and Anya Violet invited a small group of women riders to camp and ride together in the desert. What started as a gathering of about 75 participants quickly grew, with Borrego Springs becoming closely associated with the event’s early identity. Over the years, Babes Ride Out expanded to additional locations across the United States and internationally, but Borrego Springs has remained one of its original and recurring host communities.
January 23, 2026
Celebrating 20 Years of Desert Photography
January 22, 2026
A Valentine’s Weekend Performance at BSPAC Jennifer Dodge Heater brings Dangerously Curious to the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 14 at 7:00 PM . The evening blends pop concert vocals with live saxophone and magic, creating a performance designed to surprise and entertain. Joining Heater on stage are: Brian Heater on live sax Frank Padilla Jr. , adding interactive magic to the show The concert is part of BSPAC’s winter season lineup and offers a fun option for Valentine’s weekend in Borrego Springs. Event Details Date: Saturday, February 14 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center Program: Pop concert • Live sax • Magic Tickets and additional details are available at bspac.org .
January 22, 2026
Investment advisor turned novelist Gabriel B. Wisdom delivers a pulse-pounding eco-thriller of murder, lithium mining, and desert survival. If you crave thrillers with brains and heart, Salton Sea Tales delivers.” — Paul Slansky SALTON SEA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gabriel B. Wisdom , a veteran investment advisor and longtime broadcaster, announces the release of Salton Sea Tales , a gripping eco-thriller and speculative adventure set against the eerie, volatile landscape of Southern California’s Salton Sea. Blending ecological disaster, cartel intrigue, and high-stakes survival, the novel delivers propulsive suspense for readers drawn to eco-thrillers, crime sagas, and speculative fiction. In Salton Sea Tales, readers are transported to the sun-scorched heart of the desert, where the shimmering Salton Sea hides secrets, danger, and the lure of fortune. The story ignites with a mysterious plane crash that exposes a tangled web of murder, lithium mining, and cartel ambition. At the center of the chaos are Charles Horse, a cunning tribal leader with a shadowy past, and Dr. Geoff “Mahalo” Mulholland, a brilliant but haunted scientist whose quiet life is upended by violence and conspiracy. As alliances shift and the ground beneath them threatens to give way, these unforgettable characters must navigate a world where every choice could mean salvation or catastrophe. From underground caverns to anarchic desert outposts, and from cartel boardrooms to the unpredictable sea, Salton Sea Tales is a pulse-pounding journey through blurred lines of greed, justice, and survival. Wisdom’s background brings an unusual depth to the novel’s moral complexity and high-stakes terrain. He is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of American Money Management, LLC. Alongside finance, Wisdom built a long-running broadcast career at legendary rock stations KGB-FM San Diego and KMET-FM Los Angeles. He hosted Brainstorm, a nationally syndicated radio show sponsored by Omni Magazine, and provided market commentary for CBS radio, NPR, KNX Los Angeles (2003–2021), and Mottek on Money on KABC Los Angeles. Wisdom is also the author of Wisdom on Value Investing (published by John Wiley & Sons), which was translated into Chinese and distributed by China Citic Press. He holds an MA in Novel Writing and a PhD in Speculative Fiction from Middlesex University, London. With Salton Sea Tales, Wisdom challenges readers to question where fact ends and fiction begins, making this new release a timely, adrenaline-charged read for anyone drawn to stories of environmental peril, moral ambiguity, and relentless suspense. >> All proceeds benefit Ram Media Foundation. Book Information Title: Salton Sea Tales Author: Gabriel B. Wisdom Genre: Eco-Thriller / Speculative Adventure / Crime Suspense Setting: Southern California’s Salton Sea region Media Contact Liz Dubelman 310-770-8410 liz@vidlit.com Liz Dubelman The Write Kit 7708410 liz@thewritekit.com Learn More About Borrego Springs
January 22, 2026
Free Borrego Springs film screening of Autism Is: Bass Clef Bliss – Terrence’s Path with live Q&A at Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center.
January 21, 2026
The 13th Borrego Springs Film Festival wrapped January 18, 2026, with sold-out screenings, red carpet moments, awards, and strong community turnout. The 13th Annual Borrego Springs Film Festival wrapped up January 18, 2026, closing five days of independent cinema, conversation, and community energy. Events were held throughout Borrego Springs, including free screenings at the Borrego Springs Library and ticketed block screenings and awards ceremonies at the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center. Presented by the Borrego Springs Film Institute, the festival continued its traditional, theater-first format that brings people together to watch films in shared spaces and talk about them afterward. Several screening blocks sold out during the week, reflecting strong local interest and visiting attendance. That connection was clear during the live-streamed red carpet. Host Brianna Pinto described one of the festival’s defining qualities by saying, “Filmmakers get to interact directly with the audience,” noting that Borrego Springs draws viewers who truly watch and engage with the films.
January 18, 2026
Supervisor candidate Rebecca Jones met Borrego Springs residents at a BBQ luncheon at Rams Hill to discuss housing, education, busing, healthcare, and quality of life.
January 18, 2026
The 27th Annual Borrego Springs Golf Classic takes place on Friday, February 20, 2026, at de Anza Desert Country Club. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego , this annual event brings golfers, supporters, and community members together for a day of golf and giving in Borrego Springs. All proceeds from the tournament directly benefit the Borrego Springs Branch , supporting programs that help local youth succeed academically, build good character, and develop healthy lifestyles. The event features a scramble-style round of golf , on-course activities, auctions, and a hosted lunch. It’s designed to be both competitive and social, welcoming participants looking to enjoy a meaningful day on the course while supporting youth programs in the Borrego Valley. Sponsorship & Participation A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals interested in supporting the event and the Borrego Springs Branch. Sponsorships provide visibility throughout the tournament and help fund essential youth services. Event Details Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 Location: de Anza Desert Country Club 509 Catarina Drive, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 Registration and additional event details are available through the event website.  Learn More About Borrego Springs
January 16, 2026
Circle of Art: March 14–15, 2026
January 16, 2026
An Evening of Fine Dining, Scenic Views, and Live Music Whether shared with a partner or a group of close friends, Rams Hill’s Valentine’s Day dinner offers an elegant night out against the backdrop of the Anza-Borrego Desert. Guests will gather in the Santa Rosa Room for a thoughtfully prepared prix-fixe menu featuring locally inspired dishes—from the Urban Blend Berry Salad to a classic Surf & Turf entrée , and a decadent Mini Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake for dessert. Live music by Brooke Ramel adds to the ambiance, creating a warm, inviting setting for a memorable evening. Seating is limited, and this popular event fills quickly—plan ahead.
January 16, 2026
By Dennis Mammana 
January 16, 2026
Is a Super Bloom Coming to Anza-Borrego Desert? Fox 5 San Diego news recently spoke with Sicco Rood of the Steele/Burnand Anza-Borrego Desert Research Center about the vibrant wildflowers beginning to appear across the region. While the landscape near Henderson Canyon is already bursting with purple desert verbena , desert sunflowers , and white dune primroses , this is technically a fall bloom —not yet the rare and famous Super Bloom . A true Super Bloom spans many more square miles and requires a perfect combination of well-timed rain , cool temperatures , no drought , and minimal wind . If these conditions align, early March could bring a spectacular bloom like the last major one seen in 2019 . For now, visitors can enjoy the peace and beauty of this early bloom, with fewer crowds and great photo ops in areas like Coyote Canyon and the Badlands . But remember, a heat wave or lack of rain could still cut the season short. Now’s a great time to visit—just in case nature doesn’t go full Super Bloom this year!
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