Located in the heart of Indio, California, Coachella is arguably the biggest annual music and arts festival, from April 10th to 19th, hosting over 160 artists every year! The event features artists who perform across a variety of genres, including pop, rock, hip hop, and Latin. The lineup this year was one of the best we’ve seen in a while, and everyone agreed that this year was a huge throwback to 2016! Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, the headliners, brought out many unforgettable surprise guests. Here are some of the biggest and most talked-about performances that took place this year:

1. Sabrina Carpenter

   

   First up, we have Coachella’s Day 1 headliner, Sabrina Carpenter! She delivered a Vintage Hollywood Set, which some people are calling “The Best Coachella Set!” Sabrina also brought out a surprise guest, Madonna, who sang “Like a Prayer” and an Iconic Mashup of “Juno” and “Vogue.” Sabrina’s countless outfit changes and iconic dance choreography made this Coachella set one that will not be forgotten.
   

2. Justin Bieber

   

   Next up, we have the one and only Justin Bieber! Justin’s Performance was a huge throwback, featuring iconic songs like “Baby” and “That Should Be Me.” The Day 2 headliner was one of the most talked-about performances of the concert, as he brought out special guests Billie Eilish, SZA, and The Kid Laroi. Justin Bieber played his top songs, transporting us back to 2016. Bieberchella will never be forgotten.

   

3. Addison Rae
   Formally known as a TikTok star, Addison Rae is now earning Grammy nominations as a music artist. She performed her first full-length Coachella debut on the main stage during the 1st and 2nd weekend, and performed a live show during her set at the 2026 festival featuring her top hits like “Diet Pepsi,” “Fame is a Gun,” and “Aquarmine.” She had a legendary collaboration with surprise guests and dancers, Olivia Rodrigo and Maddie Ziegler. Ending her show, she thanked her supporters and sent a strident message to critics, gathering the audience’s attention.
4. Sombr

   

   Additionally, Sombr made a major Coachella debut, performing in his rockstar style with a leather outfit, and having one of the biggest shows both weekends. He performed big hit songs such as “Homewrecker” and “Back to Friends” along with bringing out Smashing Pumpkins Star, Billie Corgan. His Coachella Performance has been described as a career-defining moment for the rising star, as Sombr said it was a dream come true for him.

5. Labrinth

   

   Labrinth’s notable performance on Day 2 of Coachella was acclaimed as a “career-defining” performance. He performed in his usual high-tech “Cosmic Opera” style, performing after his highly anticipated return following his 2023 set. He performed many of his famous songs, such as “Still Don’t Know My Name” and “Mount Everest,” both from the beloved show Euphoria. Labrinths’ set, featuring laser projections and creative scenes, along with his anticipated return, led to his show being widely regarded as a major moment for the festival.

    

6. John Summit

   

   Lastly, there was a surprise performance by John Summit, well known for playing house music. He blew away the crowd with his exciting set of a high-energy mix with many electronic tracks. John Summit’s hype and electronic style of music, along with his stage presence and designs, make him the perfect performer for festivals such as Coachella.

All of the artists at Coachella this year held groundbreaking performances, and we can’t wait to see who’s performing next year!