Coachella 2026 is almost here — and this year marks the festival's 25th anniversary with one of its most buzzed-about lineups in years. From a history-making Latina headliner to a rare Young Thug comeback, here is everything you need to know: full lineup, dates, how to watch free, and what not to miss.
Dates & Location
Coachella 2026 takes place over two weekends at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California:
- Weekend 1: April 10–12, 2026
- Weekend 2: April 17–19, 2026
- Festival: Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026
- Location: Empire Polo Club, Indio, California
- Dates: April 10–12 & April 17–19, 2026
- Anniversary: 25th edition
- Headliners: Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, Anyma
- Free Stream: YouTube (Coachella official channel)
The Headliners
Sabrina Carpenter
Fresh off one of the biggest pop years any artist has had in recent memory, Sabrina Carpenter closes out the festival in a headline slot that feels earned. Expect a tight pop set loaded with hits from Short n' Sweet and whatever she drops before April.
Justin Bieber
Bieber's Coachella debut is arguably the most-discussed booking of the year. After years of health challenges and a prolonged absence from live performance, this marks a major return. Expectations are sky-high — and the set will either be iconic or controversial. Either way, it will be the most-watched moment of the weekend.
Karol G — A Historic First
Karol G becomes the first Latina artist to headline Coachella — full stop. The Colombian reggaeton star has had a meteoric global rise and brings a fanbase that will be louder than anyone on that main stage. This is a landmark moment for Latin music at the festival.
Anyma (Æden Project)
The Afterlife Records boss debuts a brand-new live project called Æden at Coachella. If you've seen what Anyma does live, you already know this is the late-night must-see of the festival.
Full Lineup Highlights
Beyond the headliners, the 2026 lineup is stacked across genres:
Alternative/Rock: The Strokes, Interpol, Wet Leg, FKA Twigs, Alex G, Iggy Pop, Blondshell, Lambrini Girls, Suicidal Tendencies, Black Flag, Geese
Hip-Hop/R&B: Young Thug (major comeback moment), Clipse, Swae Lee, GIVEON, Little Simz, Davido, PinkPantheress
Electronic/DJ: Kaskade, Major Lazer, Solomun, Armin van Buuren × Adam Beyer, Boys Noize, REZZ, Subtronics, Bedouin, Duke Dumont, Green Velvet × AYYBO, Mochakk, Adriatique
Pop/Indie: Laufey, David Byrne, Addison Rae, Holly Humberstone, Gigi Perez, Royel Otis, Samia, Röyksopp
K-Pop/J-Pop: BIGBANG, Taemin, Fujii Kaze
Special: Nine Inch Noize (Nine Inch Nails × Boys Noize collaboration), Katseye (Coachella debut), Bini (first Filipino group at the festival), Radiohead Kid A Mnesia Bunker Debut
How to Watch Coachella 2026 Free Online
You don't need a $600 ticket or a flight to California to experience Coachella this year. The festival has a renewed livestream partnership with YouTube, and all performances stream completely free.
Where to watch:
- YouTube — Search "Coachella" on YouTube or go to youtube.com/coachella. Multiple simultaneous stage streams run throughout each day. No subscription required.
- Coachella Livestream App — The official app (free on iOS and Android) lets you build a personalized schedule with reminders, watch on-demand highlights, and catch sets you missed.
When do streams start? Typically 4–5 PM Pacific Time (7–8 PM ET / 11 PM–midnight UTC) each day. Headliners usually hit the main stage between 10 PM–midnight PT. Full set-time schedules are released about a week before each weekend.
What to Watch For
Young Thug's live comeback. After years away from the stage, this is one of the most anticipated hip-hop sets of 2026. Expect an electric crowd reaction regardless of what he performs.
FKA Twigs' redemption set. She was pulled from Coachella 2025 at the last minute. This year she finally takes the stage — and given how theatrical her live shows are, this could be a festival-defining performance.
Radiohead Kid A Mnesia Bunker Debut. Details are scarce, but this is worth paying attention to.
BIGBANG reunion energy. The legendary K-pop group performing at Coachella is a massive deal for the global fandom. Expect Weekend 1 resale tickets to spike once set times are confirmed.
David Byrne. The Talking Heads icon brings his signature theatrical live experience. If you've never seen Byrne perform live, the YouTube stream is a genuinely unmissable watch.
Tickets & Resale
General sale tickets for Coachella 2026 went on sale in September 2025 and most passes have sold through. Your best options now:
- StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats — Expect general admission to run $400–$700+, VIP passes $1,200+
- Coachella official resale portal — Listed at coachella.com, safer than third-party sites
- Watch free on YouTube — Genuinely the best bang for zero dollars
The Bottom Line
Coachella 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest lineups the festival has fielded in years — a 25th anniversary celebration that actually feels like it. Whether you're in Indio or watching from your couch, there's no shortage of reasons to tune in.
Karol G making history. Justin Bieber's long-awaited return. Anyma's new project. Young Thug back on stage. And all of it streaming free on YouTube.
Set your reminders. April 10 is coming fast.
