Desert Jukebox
Thursday, 9/3, Friday, 9/4 Saturday, 9/5
Three Nights of Musical Magic and Legendary Performances
w/ Healing Gems, Wayne "The Train" Hancock, and Ozomatli
Thursday, September 3
Healing Gems
Cumbia, Groove, Tropical Sextet
Doors: 6pm • $15/adv.• $20/door
Limited Seating/Standing Show
Healing Gems is a "Cinematic Cocktail" – a Los Angeles-based six-piece band known for their "space-age, exotic-psych, Latin-infused" sound. Their music blends diverse genres, including 1950s–1970s Colombian vallenato and cumbia, international jazz, lounge, and kitschy cinematic soundtracks.
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Friday, September 4
Wayne "The Train" Hancock
King of Juke Joint Swing
Doors: 6pm • $20/adv.• $25/door
Limited First Come Seating
Steeped in deep American tradition, Wayne "The Train" Hancock serves up an uncompromising alchemist's dream of roadhouse honky-tonk and house-rocking hillbilly boogie.
"Wayne Hancock has more Hank Sr. in him than either I or Hank Williams Jr. He is the real deal." ~ Hank Williams III
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Saturday, September 5
Ozomatli
Latin, Hip-Hop, Funk, Reggae, Rock Fusion
Doors: 6pm • $30/adv.• $35/door
Limited Seating/Standing Show
Ozomatli is an iconic, Grammy-winning Latin fusion orchestra representing the diverse sound of Los Angeles. Across a 30-year legacy rooted in community activism, their music brilliantly collides funk, cumbia, hip-hop, and rock creating a sound and experience unlike any other
More than three decades in, Ozomatli is a trusted live experience and cultural event. Their performances are built on connection, shaped by the room and the moment, and known for their joy, spontaneity, and humanity. Each show is different, feels alive, and communal.
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Thursday, September 10
Performer's Showcase /Open Mic
Sign Up: 6:00pm
Musicians and Performers of all kinds welcome.
Share your Art and your Heart.
From music and comedy to spoken word and performance art — Bring your voice and your story to the stage.
All talents welcome. All voices heard.
15-minute spots.
Must Sign Up in Person
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Friday, September 11
The Silver Lining Serenaders
Vintage Jazz, Western Swing
Doors: 6pm • $10 Suggested Donation
The Silver Lining Serenaders are a vibrant New Orleans-based musical ensemble and 2026 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival featured artist, The Silver Lining Serenaders embrace the city's active swing dance and jazz scene with an extensive repertoire that features vintage jazz & swing from the 1920's, 30's and 40's. From upbeat, danceable jazz and western swing standards with vocal harmonies to dreamy ballads.
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Sunday, September 13
DR. Lucky Presents Acid Western Trick Rodeo
Wild West Arts
1pm Show Time • $10-$25 Suggested Donation
Limited First Come Seating
Saddle up for a wild ride at the Silver City premiere of ACID WESTERN, an unforgettable afternoon of Wild West Arts.
Like Buffalo Bill Cody and Will Rogers before him, Chris McDaniel brings his award-winning trick roping, cowboy comedy, and Wild West artistry that have delighted audiences across the globe. A world champion trick roper and holder of two world records with bullwhips, McDaniel mixes his skill, charm, comedy, and cowboy songs to create a little cowboy magic.
"THIS is really something!" — David Letterman, praising McDaniel's dazzling skill work on the late-night broadcast.
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Thursday, September 17
Performer's Showcase /Open Mic
Sign Up: 6:00pm
Musicians and Performers of all kinds welcome.
Share your Art and your Heart.
From music and comedy to spoken word and performance art — Bring your voice and your story to the stage.
All talents welcome. All voices heard.
15-minute spots.
Must Sign Up in Person
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
2nd Annual Rare Skies Festival
Friday, 9/18 & Saturday, 9/19
Motorcycles, Music and Cholla Bolla Burning!
A weekend Equinox Celebration! Featuring the Cholla Bolla Burning, Outdoor Music with Casper Allen & The Naturals and The Betty Benedeadly Band, Vintage Motorcycle Show, Vendors and more.
Friday, September 18
2nd Annual Rare Skies Festival Day 1
Cholla Bolla Burning
Music with Betty Benedeadly & Casper Allen and the Naturals
5pm – dark • by Donation
Casper Allen
is a Texas-born singer-songwriter whose music blends the soul of the blues, the raw heart of country, and the fire of rock 'n' roll, delivered with a whiskey-soaked, gritty vocal styl.e
CHOLLA BOLLA Ceremonial Burning – Sunset/Dark
Celebrate the Equinox and Cholla Bolla – Zozobra has been a long-standing tradition in Northern New Mexico, and we thought it was time the Southwest corner of the state created its own tradition. We are excited to host the 2nd Annual Burning of an Effigy, created with intentions of hope and healing. Each year will be a slightly different focus. The community will be invited to write their wishes and intentions on pieces of paper that will be offered into the heart of the Effigy and then burned during the Autumn Equinox – the Balance of Light and Dark – a ritualistic event where "Cholla Bolla" is set ablaze, symbolizing renewal and a fresh start.
Betty Benedeadly serves up twang-edelic, foot-stompin, banjitar-driven arrangements that explore spaghetti westerns, experimental folk, indie bluegrass, surf & roots rock.
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Saturday, September 19
2nd Annual Rare Skies Festival Day 2
Classic Bike Motorcycle Show
Music By Sweet Nothin - Rock-n-Roll
Admission is free • Donations are welcome
Entries accepted 11:00 am-1:00 pm • Music 1pm-3pm
Come join us for a Vintage Motorcycle Event in the High Desert of Southwest New Mexico. Benefitting The Commons Center for Food Security and Sustainability here in Silver City.
Have a Pre-1995 motorcycle?
10$ cash entry fee per motorcycle to join the judged show.
Prizes for Best in Show, Best European Bike, Best Japanese Bike, Best American Bike, Best Scooter, Best Rat Bike, Best Dirt Bike.
Vendors, Bands, Raffle prizes & More!!
Sweet Nothin is a high energy, no frills rock and roll trio. Known for a guitar driven, loud fast approach, their live shows are memorable, often inspired by some of their biggest influences such at The MC5 and The Ramones
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Saturday, September 19
2nd Annual Rare Skies Festival Day 2 – Evening Performance
The Obsessed (Rare Skies Motorcycle Show After Party)
Doom Metal/ Stoner Rock
Doors 7pm • $15 /adv • $20/door
The Obsessed is a legendary American doom metal and underground hard rock band. They are revered as pioneers of the American doom metal scene alongside Black Sabbath-influenced contemporaries like Pentagram and Saint Vitus. The band is fronted by the iconic guitarist and vocalist Scott "Wino" Weinrich, widely regarded as the ultimate outlaw profile of heavy music
"No one does what they do... Wino is 100 percent the real thing." - Ian MacKaye of Minor Threat and Fugazi
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Thursday, September 24
Songwriter's Showcase
Songwriters Night hosted by Peter Dahl-Bredine
Sign Up: 6:00pm
Last Thursday of the Month. Limited spots.
Must Sign Up in Person
Come showcase songs you've been working on.
Experience talented songwriters performing their own material in a relaxed, up-close setting—where lyrics matter and every note has a story.
Each participating writer will get the chance to play 3 original songs.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Friday September 25
Cactus Lee (full band)
Americana/Cosmic Country-Folk
Doors: 6pm • $12/adv • $15/door
Born out of the legendary clubs of Austin, Texas, Cactus Lee serves up a nostalgic, beautifully textured blend of folk realism and cosmic country. Led by songwriter Kevin Dehan, the band combines rich, lyric-driven Texas twang with bright guitars and breezy, open-road melodies.
"new phase of folk realism" ~ The Austin Chronicle
The surreal yet distant storytelling of this longtime voice of the Texas hills brings a distinct comfort and a looming loneliness." ~ New Noise Magazine
All proceeds go to paying the Performers and Supporting Live Music.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
Friday September 25
Poetic Outlaws Open Mic
5:30pm • In 'the Lodge'
Silver City Poetic Outlaws is a recurring open mic event focused on the spoken word.
Poetry, readings from stories and books, monologue, improv...all forms of spoken word are welcome.
Whiskey Creek Zócalo
11786 HWY 180 East. Arenas Valley, NM \
Tickets & Info: https://www.whiskeycreekzocalo.com/
