Kendall’s Cafe: Borrego Springs’ Cozy Classic Diner

Explore Summer Novas at The Gallery at The Palms, May 3–Sept 28. Featuring Rebecca Duckworth, Debbie Gallerani, and Tom Bertolotti. Artist reception May 3.

Coyote Steakhouse is open for summer Fridays and Saturdays from 5:00–8:30 PM. Prime rib, steaks, seafood, prix fixe menu, and specialty cocktails available.

The countdown is on for Borrego Days 2025! This year's Desert Festival takes place October 18–19, 2025 at Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs. The event is free to attend and packed with community favorites, new additions, and live performances. Dates: October 18–19, 2025 Parade Theme: Hometown Happiness Location: Christmas Circle, Borrego Springs Full Schedule & Details: BorregoDays.com 2025 Festival Entertainment Lineup Subject to change. For the most current schedule, visit: borregodays.com/festival-events-schedule Saturday, October 18 Highlights 8:45 AM – National Anthem by Robin Young Along the Palm Canyon Drive parade route. 8:50–9:00 AM – Multi-plane Flyover A stunning aerial display over Palm Canyon Drive and Christmas Circle. 9:00–10:00 AM – Borrego Days Parade Theme: Hometown Happiness. Bring a chair and watch from the curb. 10:00 AM – Festival Grounds Open Including food stations, booths, an expanded Kids Zone, and the Shine & Show Car/Vehicle Show. Saturday Entertainment Lineup (Main Stage) 10:15 AM – 12:30 PM – Al Williams Quintet 12:35 – 1:00 PM – Community & Chamber Awards Includes parade and car show winners. 1:00 – 3:15 PM – Stone Horse First time in Borrego—don’t miss their unique sound. 3:20 – 5:35 PM – Pulp Vixen All-female band performing in English and Spanish. 5:40 – 7:45 PM – PHT and the Honky Tonk Nights Close out Saturday with high-energy modern country music. The Beer Garden stays open until 8:00 PM Festival grounds close at 8:00 PM. Come back Sunday! Sunday, October 19 Highlights 9:30 AM – Festival Grounds Reopen Morning performance to be announced. 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM – TBA 12:20 – 2:30 PM – Disturbing The Piece A local favorite band that always draws a crowd. 3:00 PM – Festival Ends See you at Borrego Days 2026! What’s New This Year Live Coverage by The RAM Radio Borrego Valley Community Radio will broadcast from the festival all weekend long. Expanded Kids Zone More activities and games for all ages. More Food Options From food trucks to local vendors. New Vendors & Booths Explore a variety of art, crafts, information, and services. Extended Beer Garden Hours Saturday’s beer garden stays open until 8:00 PM. 

Discover the top night sky events in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park this July 2025, including the Full Buck Moon, a Moon–Saturn–Neptune alignment, and a dramatic Moon–Mars conjunction—ideal for stargazers, photographers, and night hikers.

Free, Fun, and Full of Energy in Borrego Springs

Local brainteasers and word puzzles now available online

Now selling organic eggs in Borrego Springs! Riviera Farms offers free-range, soy-free eggs laid by happy hens. Taste the difference, order today.

Catch free movies every Saturday at 2 PM at the Borrego Springs Library. Check the May film calendar and enjoy an afternoon matinee with the community.

Celebrate Memorial Day at Rams Hill with golf, games, $5 burgers, $3 drafts, prizes, a raffle, and stunning desert views. Book your spot today.