Coachella returns with one of its most ambitious editions yet. Marking its 25th anniversary, the 2026 festival kicks off April 10 with a lineup that reflects a decisive shift toward global pop dominance, high-concept electronic shows, and headline-making returns.
Below is everything you need to know before the first set begins.
When and where is Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026?
The festival takes place at the Empire Polo Club, its long-standing home in the California desert.
- Weekend 1: April 10–12, 2026
- Weekend 2: April 17–19, 2026
Both weekends sold out within days of the September 2025 lineup announcement.
Who are the 2026 headliners?
This year’s top billing reflects a “Pop & Global” direction, with crossover appeal driving the programming.
Friday: Sabrina Carpenter & Anyma
Carpenter hits the main stage at 9:05 PM, bringing momentum from Man’s Best Friend and Short n’ Sweet. She has teased her “most ambitious performance” to date. Later, Anyma closes with the debut of Æden, a large-scale audio-visual production expected to push the boundaries of live electronic shows. Speculation points to a possible appearance from LISA tied to their new collaboration “Bad Angel.”
Saturday: Justin Bieber
Bieber headlines at 11:25 PM, marking his first full concert-length performance in years and his Coachella headlining debut. The set is expected to span his catalog alongside new material from Swag.
Sunday: Karol G
Closing the festival at 9:55 PM, Karol G becomes the first Latina artist to headline Coachella. Her show is rumored to scale up the visual identity of Mañana Será Bonito with multiple guest appearances.
Who else is on the lineup?
The 2026 roster leans heavily into global crossover. Acts scheduled across the weekend include KATSEYE, BINI, PinkPantheress, Labrinth, Giveon, FKA Twigs, The Strokes, Jack White, David Guetta, and Young Thug, among dozens more.
KATSEYE’s debut arrives at a particularly crucial moment, landing less than 24 hours after the release of “Pinky Up,” positioning their set as a potential breakout.
How can you watch Coachella 2026?
Fans worldwide can stream the festival live via YouTube, starting Friday, April 10 at 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET.
The platform will host simultaneous streams from seven stages, allowing viewers to switch between performances in real time and build personalized schedules across both weekends.
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