Sabrina Carpenter Headlines Coachella Weekend 2 with Star-Studded Lineup
Sabrina Carpenter Headlines Coachella Weekend 2 with Stars

Sabrina Carpenter Returns to Headline Coachella Weekend 2

The pop sensation who captivated audiences during Coachella's opening weekend is set for an even grander encore. Sabrina Carpenter makes a triumphant return to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, headlining the event on Friday, April 17, 2026. This performance marks the kickoff of the festival's highly anticipated second weekend, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers.

Ambitious Production and Gratitude

Following her initial weekend set, which she described as her most ambitious production to date, Carpenter expressed heartfelt appreciation on social media. She shared, "what a celebration of beautiful, amazing, brilliant individuals I got to make this with," thanking her team and collaborators for their efforts in bringing her vision to life.

Iconic First Weekend Performance

According to reports from Variety, Carpenter's first weekend performance set an exceptionally high standard. She transformed the Coachella Stage into a spectacle dubbed "Sabrinawood," delivering a dynamic set of 20 songs. The show featured surprise appearances from notable actors Will Ferrell, Samuel L. Jackson, and Susan Sarandon. Sarandon's involvement included a seven-minute monologue portraying an older version of the singer, a segment that quickly gained iconic status among social media users.

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Coachella Weekend 2 Schedule Highlights

While Carpenter headlines Friday night, the weekend is brimming with major acts across all three days. Justin Bieber closes out Saturday, April 18, on the Coachella Stage at 11:25 p.m. PT. This marks his debut as a Coachella headliner and signifies a significant comeback after health issues led to the cancellation of his 2022 tour. Sunday night belongs to Karol G, who will perform on the Coachella Stage from 10:10 p.m. to 11:55 p.m. PT.

Other prominent artists scheduled across the weekend include:

  • Kacey Musgraves
  • The Strokes
  • Laufey
  • FKA twigs
  • Young Thug
  • BIGBANG

Detailed Performance Schedule

Friday, April 17

  1. Dabeull — 4:00–4:50 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  2. BINI — 4:15–5:00 PM — Mojave
  3. Teddy Swims — 5:20–6:10 PM — Coachella Stage
  4. Central Cee — 5:30–6:15 PM — Mojave
  5. Dijon — 6:40–7:30 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  6. The xx — 7:00–7:55 PM — Coachella Stage
  7. KATSEYE — 8:00–8:45 PM — Sahara
  8. Sabrina Carpenter — 9:00–10:40 PM — Coachella Stage
  9. Disclosure — 10:40–11:55 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  10. Anyma — 12:00–1:00 AM — Coachella Stage

Saturday, April 18

  1. Kacey Musgraves — 4:00–4:50 PM — Mojave
  2. Addison Rae — 5:25–6:20 PM — Coachella Stage
  3. GIVEŌN — 7:00–7:50 PM — Coachella Stage
  4. Taemin — 7:30–8:20 PM — Mojave
  5. Labrinth — 8:30–9:25 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  6. The Strokes — 9:00–10:10 PM — Coachella Stage
  7. Interpol — 10:15–11:15 PM — Mojave
  8. David Byrne — 10:25–11:25 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  9. Justin Bieber — 11:25 PM–12:55 AM — Coachella Stage

Sunday, April 19

  1. Wet Leg — 4:45–5:30 PM — Coachella Stage
  2. Major Lazer — 6:10–7:10 PM — Coachella Stage
  3. Foster The People — 6:45–7:40 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  4. Young Thug — 7:50–8:40 PM — Coachella Stage
  5. Laufey — 8:45–9:45 PM — Outdoor Theatre
  6. FKA twigs — 8:45–10:00 PM — Mojave
  7. KAROL G — 10:10–11:55 PM — Coachella Stage
  8. BIGBANG — 10:30–11:30 PM — Outdoor Theatre

A Memorable Festival Experience

With Sabrina Carpenter setting the energetic tone on Friday, and Justin Bieber and Karol G delivering powerful closers on Saturday and Sunday, Coachella Weekend 2 is poised to be every bit as memorable as the first. The diverse lineup ensures a rich musical journey for attendees, blending pop, rock, hip-hop, and international acts into a cohesive festival experience.

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