Sabrina wasn’t lying when she said she would see us all again when she headlined Coachella 2026 and it was just made official.
The desert’s biggest festival is back, promising us two weekends of music, fashion and pure chaos (the good kind).
With star-studded performances, surprise guests and enough glitter to light up the Palm Springs sky, this year’s lineup is already shaping up to be iconic.
Read on for everything you need to know about Coachella 2026 and the insider tips to help you lock in tickets before they sell out.
Where is Coachella 2026?
Coachella 2026 will be held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, right in the heart of the Coachella Valley.
It’s about 30 minutes from Palm Springs and two hours from Los Angeles.
Many festivalgoers fly into Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), while others opt for LAX, San Diego (SAN), or even Las Vegas (LAS) before driving in.
When is Coachella 2026?
Coachella 2026 will take place over two weekends: April 10-12 and April 17-19, 2026.
Who is performing at Coachella 2026?
An exciting lineup has been announced with Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber and Karol G taking the top slots as headliners.
On top of that, you’ve got main stage support from the likes of The Strokes, Young Thug, The xx, Iggy Pop, FKA Twigs, Teddy Swims, Moby, Kaskade, Major Lazer, PinkPantheress, Sexyy Red, and many more spanning genres from indie and rock to pop, rap, and electronic.
There are also a few exciting firsts with girl groups like Katseye making their Coachella debut.
How to get ticket to Coachella
To secure your spot at Coachella 2026, tickets are available through the official festival here.
The general public sale begins on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. PT, while previous attendees from 2024 or 2025 will have early access starting Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. PT
Is Coachella every four years?
No, Coachella isn’t every four years.
The festival is an annual event, held every April across two weekends.
The only time it hasn’t run as scheduled in recent history was in 2020 and 2021, when it was cancelled due to the pandemic.
How much does a Coachella ticket cost?
Heading to Coachella doesn’t come cheap, but the experience is bucket-list worthy.
For 2026, General Admission tickets start at around A$900, while a GA + Shuttle pass will set you back about A$1,095.
If you’re looking to splurge, VIP tickets cost roughly A$1,950, giving you access to exclusive areas and shorter lines.
Prices vary slightly depending on the weekend you attend, and that’s before you factor in accommodation, travel and those must-have festival fits.
What is Coachella and why is it famous?
Coachella is one of the world’s most iconic music and arts festivals, held annually.
Known for its star-studded lineups, the festival draws huge crowds of music lovers, fashion enthusiasts and influencers from around the world.
Is Coachella an 18+ event?
Yes, Coachella is officially an 18+ event.
Attendees must be at least 18 years old to enter the festival grounds, even if accompanied by an adult.
