Coachella 2026 Highlights: Best Photos, Fashion, and Celebrity Moments

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returned to the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, for its 25th anniversary edition in April 2026. The milestone event, which launched in 1999, kicked off the festival season with a sold-out crowd across its twin weekends and a global audience watching via livestream.

Headliners and Performance Highlights

The 2026 bill featured headlining performances from Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G. Beyond the main headliners, the festival included more than 100 acts, blending contemporary pop, rock, and electronic music.

Notable performances included a collaboration between Nine Inch Nails and Boys Noize, titled Nine Inch Noize. The lineup also featured rock artists Iggy Pop and David Byrne, as well as girl groups Bini and Katseye.

Other artists appearing at the festival included Addison Rae, Sombr, PinkPantheress, and Slayyyter. The event also saw sets from Becky G, Luísa Sonza, and Central Cee.

Festival Fashion and Celebrity Presence

The 2026 event continued the tradition of high-profile fashion, characterized by a mix of bohemian energy, sheer layers, miniskirts, and micro shorts. Western influences and worn-in denim remained central to the desert aesthetic.

Kylie Jenner wore a tank top and slides from Justin Bieber’s brand, Skylrk. Kylie and Kendall Jenner also appeared together in matching white outfits for an 818 Tequila event. Kendall Jenner further showcased a monochrome white set during the weekend.

Hailey Bieber was a central figure of the weekend, appearing alongside a Rhode activation and attending Justin Bieber’s headlining set. Other celebrity attendees included Amelia Gray, who opted for a sporty look, and Madelyn Cline, who wore a band T-shirt.

Becky G updated the traditional festival style with a leather fringe top during a celebration for CARAVANA’s 15th anniversary.

Art and Brand Activations

Coachella 2026 maintained its focus on large-scale art installations and immersive experiences. Attendees observed an exhibit titled Network Operations, which featured hippos.

The weekend was heavily integrated with brand activations, including several from the Kardashian-Jenner family. These included the Rhode activation and a YSL Beauty Drive-Through pre-party.

Artist and Attendee Roster

The 25th anniversary edition drew a wide array of performers and public figures, including:

• Performers: Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, Iggy Pop, David Byrne, Katseye, Bini, and Nine Inch Noize.
• Additional Artists: Lizzo, Jhene Aiko, Ethel Cain, Lykke Li, and Bia.
• Celebrity Spectators: Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Addison Rae, and Lila Moss.