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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026 is set to take place on two consecutive weekends — April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026 — at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. This year’s event features three major headliners: Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G.
Headliners and Schedule
The festival’s nightly headline slots are divided as follows:
- Friday: Sabrina Carpenter
- Saturday: Justin Bieber
- Sunday: Karol G
Justin Bieber’s Historic Return
Justin Bieber’s Saturday headlining slot marks his first-ever top billing at Coachella and his first U.S. concert since June 2022. Bieber recently released a surprise album titled Swag, which launched 16 songs simultaneously onto the Billboard Hot 100, lifting his total career entries to 121 — the 10th-most of all time in the chart’s history.
Sabrina Carpenter at the Top
Sabrina Carpenter returns to Coachella as Friday’s headliner following a well-received set at the 2025 edition. Her latest album Man’s Best Friend debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making it her second chart-topping album after Short n’ Sweet in 2024. Carpenter is widely regarded as one of the fastest-rising stars in the current pop landscape.
Karol G Closes the Weekend
Karol G headlines Sunday, representing a landmark moment for Latin music at one of the world’s most prestigious music festivals. The Colombian artist has built a global fanbase through her genre-blending reggaeton and pop sound.
Extended Lineup of 130+ Artists
Beyond the headliners, Coachella 2026 features more than 130 artists spanning multiple genres. Notable acts include:
- David Byrne
- The Strokes
- Young Thug
- The xx
- Iggy Pop
- Ethel Cain
- Interpol
- Alex G
Sold Out in One Week
Tickets for both weekends sold out within one week of the lineup announcement, reflecting intense demand. Limited availability may still be found through secondary markets and VIP package bundles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When and where is Coachella 2026?
A: Coachella 2026 takes place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, on two weekends: April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026.
Q: Who are the headliners at Coachella 2026?
A: The three headliners are Sabrina Carpenter (Friday), Justin Bieber (Saturday), and Karol G (Sunday). Bieber’s appearance marks both his Coachella headlining debut and his first U.S. concert since June 2022.
This article was written by AI based on publicly available information.
