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Coachella live stream schedule kicks off today at 4 p.m. PT on YouTube with three days of exclusive performances. Headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G headline the desert festival starting now. Watch from home entirely free with all seven stages available simultaneously.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Start Time: April 10 at 4 p.m. PT, 7 p.m. ET today
- Platform: YouTube exclusively, completely free to stream
- Duration: Runs through Sunday, April 12 for Weekend 1
- Coverage: Seven stages, 4K quality on three main stages
Everything You Need to Know About the Livestream
Coachella 2026 is finally here, and you don’t need a ticket to watch. The official YouTube channel will broadcast all performances live, with stage-by-stage streams letting viewers choose between seven different acts simultaneously. The livestream runs continuously from 4 p.m. PT Friday through midnight PT Sunday, giving you endless scrolling through performances.
This year brings unprecedented access with multiview technology allowing up to four live stages at once on your TV through the YouTube app. You can toggle between audio feeds without missing a beat. For mobile fans, YouTube is launching vertical livestreams via YouTube Shorts with exclusive angles filmed on Pixel devices.
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Today’s Headliners and Must-See Artists
Friday, April 10 features Sabrina Carpenter as the headliner, with her set beginning at 9:45 p.m. PT. Earlier performers include the XX (9 p.m.), Foster the People (5:20 p.m.), and Blood Orange kicking things off at 4:10 p.m. The afternoon brings rising stars and electronic acts across all seven stages.
Saturday brings Justin Bieber as the headliner, with support from The Strokes, Addison Rae, and Giveon. Sunday closes out Weekend 1 with Karol G delivering the final headline set. Each day features 50+ artists spread across stages like the Coachella Stage, Sahara, Outdoor Theatre, Mojave, Gobi, Yuma, and the new Quasar stage.
How to Watch and Stream Details
Head to the official Coachella YouTube channel starting right now. No login required, no paywall exists, and the stream is completely free for everyone worldwide. The best part? You can switch between all seven different stage feeds on demand, creating your own custom viewing experience.
| Feature | Details |
| Streaming Dates | April 10-12, 2026 |
| Start Time | 4 p.m. PT daily |
| Cost | Free on YouTube |
| Video Quality | Up to 4K on main stages |
“Go live in the desert with the official Coachella livestream April 10-12 and 17-19. Enjoy a front-row view of performances from your favorite artists, only on YouTube. With 7 stages streaming live, there’s always an incredible set to catch.”
— Coachella Official, YouTube Livestream Partner
Download the App and Advanced Features
Coachella released a dedicated livestream app for both iOS and Android, with features beyond standard YouTube. Create personalized schedules with automatic reminders so you never miss your favorite artists. The app syncs to your timezone automatically and lets you explore recommendations using Google Gemini AI.
The Watch With feature lets popular creators stream commentary and reactions, giving you the experience of watching alongside your favorite personalities. YouTube Shopping is also integrated directly into the livestream, letting you buy official Coachella merchandise without leaving the broadcast. Mobile viewers get accelerated checkout, completing purchases in seconds while performances continue uninterrupted.
Why You Should Tune in Right Now?
Coachella Weekend 1 represents one of the biggest live music events of 2026, and YouTube’s exclusive broadcast means zero ticket prices. Whether you’re into pop, rock, electronic, or hip-hop, the seven simultaneous stages ensure something for everyone at every moment. The 4K quality, multiview capability, and replay availability make home-viewing better than many in-person experiences.
Stream it solo, with friends watching together via Watch With, or create your perfect setlist using the app. Performances run continuously until midnight PT each night, so you have hours of uninterrupted music ahead. Weekend 2 follows April 17-19 with identical artists, giving you a second chance to catch your must-see acts.
Sources
- YouTube Official Blog: Complete guide to Coachella 2026 livestream features and viewing options
- Coachella.com: Official livestream schedule and set times for Weekend 1
- USA Today Entertainment: Coachella 2026 lineup and streaming information
