The desert’s biggest music stage is officially set. Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026 will take over Indio, California on April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026, with a blockbuster lineup that places Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G at the top of the bill.
Three Icons, Three Very Different Styles
This year’s headliners reflect the festival’s broad reach:
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Justin Bieber finally makes his long-anticipated Coachella headlining debut, bringing nearly two decades of hits to the main stage.
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Sabrina Carpenter, pop’s newest darling, will light up Friday with the momentum of her smash singles and viral presence.
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Karol G closes Sunday with her global reggaeton dominance, further solidifying Latin music’s place at the forefront of global pop.
Ticket Info You Need to Know
The rush for tickets begins in September:
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Loyalty Sale: Thursday, September 18 at 11 a.m. PT for fans who purchased passes in 2024 or 2025. Eligible buyers will receive special access codes via email and SMS (U.S. only).
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General Sale: Friday, September 19 at 11 a.m. PT, open to everyone who registers on Coachella’s site.
Passes start at $549–$649 for GA and $1,199 for VIP, with service fees included. Taxes and shipping apply.
Why This Year Feels Different
For longtime festival-goers, the 2026 edition marks a noticeable pivot toward mainstream pop dominance. While electronic, indie, and rap acts still round out the undercard, the decision to put Bieber, Carpenter, and Karol G front and center underscores Coachella’s place as a stage for crossover stars who shape global culture, not just niche festival favorites.
It also reflects the new wave of festivalgoers—many who grew up with Bieber, discovered Sabrina via TikTok, and dance to Karol G’s reggaeton anthems. The generational overlap is expected to create one of Coachella’s most diverse crowds yet.
With tickets dropping in just weeks, fans are already bracing for sellouts. One thing’s certain: the desert in 2026 won’t just be about music—it’ll be about moments that set the internet on fire.
