The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will return to the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, across the weekends of April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026. Organizers Goldenvoice unveiled the full lineup on September 16, confirming Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G as headliners. Alongside these chart-topping names, one of the most exciting elements of this year’s festival is the number of artists making their first-ever billed appearances on the Coachella stage.
Below, we break down the most anticipated debut performers set to define Coachella 2026.
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Justin Bieber (Saturday Night Headliner)
Although he has previously surprised fans as a guest—most notably joining Ariana Grande in 2019 and Tems in 2025—Justin Bieber has never been billed on the Coachella lineup until now. His Saturday night headlining set marks both his official festival debut and his first full concert since 2022. Bieber had stepped back from live performances after being diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, but his return comes on the heels of two new albums, Swag and Swag II, his first releases since 2021’s Justice. Expectations for his set are sky-high, as fans anticipate a career-spanning show that also reintroduces him as a live performer after years away.
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Addison Rae (Saturday)
Addison Rae’s Coachella debut represents her evolution from TikTok star to full-fledged pop artist. First gaining fame on social media in 2019, Rae launched her music career with the 2021 single “Obsessed.” While her beginnings drew skepticism, she silenced critics with her 2025 debut album Addison, which produced cult-favorite tracks like “Diet Pepsi” and “Fame Is a Gun.” Now 25, she arrives at Coachella having already completed a successful headlining tour, ready to prove her staying power on one of music’s biggest stages.
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Ethel Cain (Friday)
For Ethel Cain, Coachella 2026 represents a defining moment in her rise from underground acclaim to mainstream recognition. Cain broke through with her 2022 debut Preacher’s Daughter, a sprawling concept album blending indie rock, Americana, and Southern gothic storytelling. Her second record, Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You, and the ambitious companion project Perverts cemented her as a fearless artist willing to push boundaries.
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Sexyy Red (Friday)
One of rap’s most unapologetic new voices, Sexyy Red will take her viral energy to Coachella for the first time. After breaking out in 2023 with tracks like “Pound Town” and “SkeeYee,” she has become a fixture in hip-hop, collaborating with stars including Drake and Nicki Minaj. Her debut set at the festival is poised to be bold, unfiltered, and crowd-shaking—exactly what fans have come to expect from her meteoric rise.
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Central Cee (Friday)
The London drill rapper Central Cee is also making his Coachella debut. Known for hits like “Obsessed With You” and his 2022 mixtape 23, Cee has become one of the leading figures in UK rap. While he already commands arenas across Europe, Coachella marks a pivotal step in expanding his U.S. presence.
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KATSEYE (Friday)
Few debuts are more anticipated than that of KATSEYE, the girl group that has rapidly ascended to global recognition in just two years. Their 2024 debut album SIS (Soft Is Strong) and follow-up EP Beautiful Chaos spawned hits like “Touch,” “Gnarly,” and “Gabriela.” Known for polished choreography and high-energy performances, KATSEYE is expected to deliver one of the festival’s most visually dynamic sets, cementing their place as leaders of the next wave of global pop.
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BINI (Friday)
Representing Southeast Asia on the Coachella stage, BINI will make history as the first Filipino P-pop group to perform at the festival. Formed in 2019 under Star Music, the eight-member act has built a devoted following in the Philippines with hits like “Pantropiko” and their 2024 album Talaarawan. Their debut is more than a performance—it’s a landmark moment for regional representation at Coachella, following in the footsteps of acts like BLACKPINK and 88rising.
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Sombr (Saturday)
Rounding out the list of rising stars is Sombr, whose breakthrough year in 2025 has included streaming hits like “Back to Friends” and “Undressed.” Sombr’s Coachella debut comes just as his momentum reaches new heights.
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