Every April, the worlds of music and pop culture come together for the grand spectacle that is the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Seen as the most talked-about music festival in the world, Coachella has always been the place for must-see performances from the top and rising artists around the world, and that much is true for this year’s edition and its global lineup.
Coachella 2026 will run for two weekends from April 10 to 12 and April 17 to 19, and the best part is that even if you aren’t making your way to the California desert this year, you can still stream the performances live via Coachella’s official YouTube channel. From historic debuts to awaited returns, here are some of our most anticipated performances at the festival that may just give these artists their very own Coachella moment.
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BINI – Making History
In just a couple of years, BINI went from scoring viral hits to adding new entries to the OPM history book. Their latest achievement? Being the first P-pop girl group and Filipino group in general to perform at Coachella. Performing at the Mojave stage on Day 1 of both weekends, BINI will be bringing their catchy and upbeat P-pop discography, impeccable performance skills, and modern binibining sensibilities to the desert. The eight–member girl group is no stranger to performing in front of tens of thousands, but doing so at a global stage with a crowd of their international fans and festivalgoers who may not be familiar with OPM feels extra special.
KATSEYE – Ready for Their Coachella Debut
With all the rumors and speculation that have been surrounding the group as of late, their debut Coachella set feels like the right time for KATSEYE to reclaim their narrative and remind people that they are that girl group with momentum and talent to back them up. Aside from performances of fan-favorite songs like Touch and Gabriella, we’re also looking forward seeing the group enter a new era of their careers with this major milestone.
Sabrina Carpenter – A Headliner To Remember
The last time Sabrina Carpenter was at Coachella, she had just released Espresso and was on the cusp of global superstardom. Now, she returns, and this time as the headliner for Day 1 for both weekends in a moment of recognition of her star status as well as a little manifestation. It’s a triumphant comeback for the pop superstar in what may be one of the most talked-about performances of her career. We already have a dream list of stars and personalities that Sabrina could “arrest” during Juno.
BIGBANG – Cementing Their Legacy
Initially set to perform at Coachella in 2020 before it was cancelled due to the pandemic, BIGBANG will finally make their Coachella debut this month, and it’s going to make for a performance to remember, similar to when 2NE1 broke the internet with their surprise appearance at Coachella a few years back. As one of the definitive acts that helped take K-pop global, G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung are bringing their timeless hits to the festival, which will make for a party not to be missed. It also feels correct that the group’s first high-profile performance in a while comes during the year they’re celebrating their 20th anniversary.
Laufey – Taking Jazz-Pop to Coachella
When you think of Coachella, jazz usually doesn’t come to mind. But as Laufey has proven time and time again, she can make her brand of jazz music fit anywhere. The Chinese-Islandic musician has made a name for herself as one of the leading voices in bringing jazz and orchestral, big band sound to the new generation, and she’s bringing that to the desert and a crowd ready to sing every lyric of her heartfelt tracks.
Taemin – K-pop Powerhouse
SHINee member and soloist Taemin is widely regarded as one of the best performers in K-pop and has inspired many K-pop idols, so we’re more than confident he can handle the Coachella stage and then some. It’s going to be a showcase of stage presence and pinpoint choreography, with Taemin also making history as the first Korean male soloist to perform at Coachella.
PinkPantheress – Rising British Pop Star
From social media to rising star, PinkPantheress has been on a steady upward trajectory as one of the most innovative and exciting female pop artists on the scene. And there’s also the fact that she is a talented producer. Her Coachella set is further proof that she is one to watch, and we’ll be looking forward to seeing her take on the festival with her roster of pop hits like Illegal, Boy’s a Liar, and Stateside Remix. If we’re lucky, she may even bring out Zara Larsson on stage.
Photos: BINI (via Instagram), KATSEYE (via Instagram), SABRINA CARPENTER (via Instagram), DAESUNG (via Instagram), LAUFEY (via Instagram), TAEMIN (via Instagram), PINKPANTHERESS (via Instagram)
Frequently Asked Questions
The festival features a diverse lineup of Asian talent, including the legendary K-pop group BigBang, the Filipino girl group BINI, global group KATSEYE, and soloist Taemin.
BINI made history as the first all-Filipino girl group to perform at Coachella, marking a major milestone for the P-pop music industry on the global stage.
The lineup showcased Japanese talent such as the high-energy hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts and singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze, who brought their unique fusion of genres to the desert.
This year’s festival expanded its roster significantly, highlighting a wide range of Asian and Asian-led acts across pop, hip-hop, and electronic music, reflecting a more globalized industry.
Marking their 20th anniversary, BigBang members G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung returned to the stage with a hit-packed setlist, delivering a nostalgic performance that thrilled their long-time international fans.
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