Coachella 2026: Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G set to headline festival
The Coachella 2026 lineup includes first-time headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Karol G and Justin Bieber.
www.usatoday.comHere’s the latest on Coachella Weekend 2 lineup as of now.
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Headliners and top-billed acts for Weekend 2 are generally aligned with Weekend 1, with Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G continuing as major closers on the main stage across the weekend. This is supported by reports noting the same core headliners returning for Weekend 2.[1][3]
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Weekend 2 features some expected backline acts and set-time shifts, with many acts slated to perform across similar slots as Weekend 1, though there can be minor timing tweaks and occasional substitutions. Articles summarize that most major acts perform on both weekends, while some adjustments may occur due to logistics or weather considerations.[2][1]
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Notable changes observed for Weekend 2 include the addition of some acts and the removal or replacement of others from Weekend 1’s lineup. For example, there were reports of Vampire Weekend and AP Dhillon being replaced in Weekend 2, with Kid Cudi added, and other acts like Skream and Val Fleury appearing in the mix; Rezz was noted as dropping out due to health/scheduling in some coverage.[4][2]
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Set-time guidance published around the time of Weekend 2 indicated Friday, Saturday, and Sunday headliners and primary stages kicking off in the early afternoon, with the main-stage headliners closing each night (e.g., Sabrina Carpenter on Friday, The Strokes on Saturday, Karol G on Sunday).[1][4]
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For the most precise and up-to-the-minute details (exact set times, stage allocations, and any last-minute changes), it’s best to check official Coachella channels or major trusted outlets on the day of each weekend’s schedules. Coverage from major outlets through early to mid-April 2026 consistently references Weekend 2 continuing with the core headliners and notes a few lineup shifts compared to Weekend 1.[2][4][1]
Illustrative snapshot of the Weekend 2 flow:
- Friday: Sabrina Carpenter headlining the Coachella Stage, followed by late-night electronic sets (Anyma is frequently cited as a late closer in prior coverage, though exact slots can vary).[4][1]
- Saturday: The Strokes on the Coachella Stage with a late-night slot for Justin Bieber, who typically closes the night, subject to weather and on-site adjustments.[1][2]
- Sunday: Karol G closing the festival on the main stage, continuing the Weekend 1 precedent of a high-profile closing act.[3][9]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official schedule and compile a day-by-day, stage-by-stage checklist for Weekend 2, including any confirmed substitutions and current weather advisories for Indio during those dates. I can also create a convenient plan for you based on your preferred artists and the acts you want to catch.