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Coachella 2026 set times are finally here, and the lineups promise an unforgettable desert experience. Sabrina Carpenter takes the main stage Friday at 9:45 PM, while Justin Bieber headlines Saturday nearly three hours later. Both megastars mark historic first-time headlining moments at the legendary festival.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Set Times Released: Monday, April 6, 2026, with complete schedule for both weekends
- Sabrina Carpenter Performs: Friday April 10 at 9:45 PM to 11:00 PM (75 minutes)
- Justin Bieber Performs: Saturday April 11 at 11:20 PM to 1:00 AM (100 minutes)
- Jack White Surprise: Added to Saturday lineup at Mojave stage, 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM
Sabrina Carpenter’s Historic Friday Headlining Slot
Sabrina Carpenter closes out the main Coachella Stage on Friday, April 10, performing from 9:45 PM to 11:00 PM. This marks the first time the pop sensation will headline the festival’s most prestigious stage. Prior to this groundbreaking moment, she performed at Coachella 2024 as an undercard artist, right after the massive success of her hit single “Espresso.” Her 75-minute set will showcase her evolution as one of generation’s most compelling pop performers.
The timing places Carpenter in an enviable position as the Friday night closer, a slot traditionally reserved for major festival draws. Her set will feature her biggest hits including tracks from her latest album, performing for a crowd potentially exceeding 125,000 attendees across both weekends combined.
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Justin Bieber’s Late-Night Saturday Takeover
Justin Bieber commands the stage Saturday evening in an even more ambitious slot, performing from 11:20 PM to 1:00 AM on April 11. This 100-minute headlining set represents his first time closing the main stage at Coachella, following years of prior performances without headline status. Fresh off a secret pre-Coachella rehearsal show at The Roxy in Los Angeles, Bieber is preparing what insiders describe as a “sneak preview” of his comprehensive catalog.
The 11:20 PM start time means fans celebrating the Canadian superstar will party deep into Sunday morning. As the highest-paid performer in Coachella history at $10 million, Bieber carries significant expectations for delivering a memorable festival-defining moment.
Full Headliner Breakdown and Weekend 1 Schedule
| Headliner | Date | Start Time | Duration |
| Sabrina Carpenter | Friday, April 10 | 9:45 PM | 75 minutes |
| Justin Bieber | Saturday, April 11 | 11:20 PM | 100 minutes |
| Karol G | Sunday, April 12 | 10:25 PM | 95 minutes |
“It’s officially Coachella week. Set times for the festival were released on Monday with the surprise addition of Jack White.”
— KESQ News, Festival Coverage
Jack White Shock Addition and Festival Surprises
Coachella organizers surprised fans by adding Jack White to the Weekend 1 lineup, fresh off his Saturday Night Live performance. The rock legend performs at the Mojave stage on Saturday at 3:00 PM, continuing the festival’s tradition of announcing surprise major acts early in the schedule. Last year, artists like Ed Sheeran and Weezer claimed the same coveted Mojave slot, setting a precedent for A-list surprise bookings.
Beyond musical programming, Coachella unveiled a special installation featuring music legends. The festival is launching a Radiohead Motion Picture House exhibition, featuring thousands of fragments created by Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood during the recording of the iconic albums “Kid A” and “Amnestica.” The installation includes sketches, paintings, collages, audio recordings, and handwritten notes from two of rock music’s most visionary artists.
Why These Set Times Matter for Festival Attendees
Set times represent the culmination of months of planning between artists, management, and festival organizers. Headliner slots after 10 PM signal the festival’s confidence in each artist to anchor entire evenings and draw maximum attendance. Both Carpenter and Bieber capitalize on prime time positioning, with the 11:20 PM start for Bieber creating the most intense late-night experience possible.
Festival attendees are already strategizing which stages to camp at Friday versus Saturday, knowing these performances won’t conflict with other major acts. Coachella traditionally staggerles headliners across different stages during undercard slots to maximize flexibility. The full Clashfinder app released today shows 100+ artists across six main stages, with Karol G closing Sunday night at 10:25 PM, creating a balanced three-day festival experience.
Sources
- KESQ News – Coachella 2026 set times release announcement
- Clashfinder – Complete Weekend 1 schedule and artist timings
- Billboard – Sabrina Carpenter headlining announcement analysis
