The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is set to make a spectacular return in 2026, promising six days of electrifying performances across two weekends in the California desert. This iconic event will take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, from April 10 to 12 and April 17 to 19, featuring over 160 artists and headlined by Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G.
Headliners and Historical Significance
This year's festival marks a historic moment with Colombian superstar Karol G becoming the first-ever Latina artist to headline Coachella. She joins pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter, who is fresh off her Short n' Sweet tour, and Justin Bieber, making a major comeback to the stage. For those unable to attend in person, all sets will be available via livestream on Coachella's official YouTube channel, starting daily at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET.
Weekend 1 and 2 Schedule Breakdown
The festival schedule is packed with diverse acts across multiple genres. Here is a detailed look at the performances for each day:
Friday, April 10 and 17
Sabrina Carpenter headlines Friday nights, performing from 9 p.m. to 10:35 p.m. PT, followed by electronic artist Anyma at midnight. Other notable acts include:
- Rock band THE XX and Nine Inch Noize
- Disclosure and Turnstile
- Southern gothic singer Ethel Cain and Dijon
- Grammy-nominated Teddy Swims and global girl group KATSEYE
Additional performers feature Devo, Sexyy Red, Central Cee, Foster the People, and many more, spanning from indie to electronic music.
Saturday, April 11 and 18
Justin Bieber makes his headlining debut at Coachella on Saturday, starting at 11:25 p.m. PT. The day also includes:
- The Strokes, Giveon, and Addison Rae
- Labrinth, SOMBR, and David Byrne
- Interpol, Alex G, and Swae Lee
Other acts such as Solomun, Taemin, and PinkPantheress round out the lineup. Notably, rock band Lambrini Girls had to withdraw due to lead singer Phoebe Lunny's injuries.
Sunday, April 12 and 19
Karol G takes the stage at 9:55 p.m. PT on Sunday, closing the festival with her groundbreaking performance. Other top acts include:
- Young Thug, Kaskade, and BIGBANG
- Laufey, Major Lazer, and Iggy Pop
- FKA twigs, Wet Leg, and CLIPSE
Earlier in the day, expect sets from Subtronics, Little Simz, and Armin van Buuren × Adam Beyer, among others.
How to Watch Coachella 2026 Online
For fans worldwide, Coachella offers a comprehensive livestream experience. All performances will be broadcast live on the festival's YouTube channel, ensuring no one misses out on the action. The stream begins each day at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET, covering headliners and supporting acts across both weekends.
This year's Coachella not only celebrates musical diversity but also embraces digital accessibility, allowing global audiences to join in the desert festivities from the comfort of their homes.
