Coachella Week 2: How to Watch Justin Bieber, Karol G for Free This Weekend
The sold-out Coachella event is set to wrap up this weekend, with more than 150 artists including Disclosure, Teddy Swims, Pink Pantheress, Justin Bieber and Karol G among the main attractions. Expect more viral moments like Bieber’s nostalgic YouTube video and surprise guest artists.
An estimated 125,000 music fans will be in attendance at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California during the music festival, which spans two weekends: Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12 and Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19.
All is not lost if you miss a $550 ticket. Here’s our guide to watching your favorite artists from the comfort of your home on YouTubewithout the hassle of annoying influencers, Coachella coughing, and exorbitantly priced food and water.
Who is headlining Coachella 2026?
There’s a definite pop flavor to this year’s major acts performing at the Empire Polo Club. Sabrina Carpenter is headlining both Fridays, marking the second time the singer has performed at the festival. She debuted her hit Espresso at Coachella the same day it was released in 2024.
Justin Bieber will headline both Saturdays, marking the Canadian singer’s first full performance since he was forced to cancel a world tour four years ago due to health issues. Bieber’s ensemble will likely continue to draw inspiration from his Swag albums, as well as previous runs of Justice and Believe.
Karol G performs during halftime of the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers at Arena Corinthians on September 5, 2025, in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Both weekends will culminate in a reggaeton night, with Grammy-winning global star Karol G headlining each Sunday. The Colombian star, who will make her second appearance at Coachella, is the first Latina to headline the iconic festival.
Who else will be performing at Coachella this year?
Perhaps one of the most anticipated performances is that of Young Thug, with the Atlanta rapper making his first major festival appearance since the conclusion of his high-profile legal battle. He should present the first tracks from his brand new album entitled DBC (Day Before Coachella).
The recent reunification of Pusha T and Malice as Clipse will continue with a Sunday slot, while DJ Snake is among the superstar DJs jumping on the Quasar stage.
While it’s fair to say the festival isn’t quite the alternative music-focused event it once was, there’s no shortage of guitar-focused artists on Indio’s stages, including some big names making a notable comeback. New York indie stars The Strokes will perform new tracks from their upcoming album, Reality Awaits, while The xx will make their live return to the United States after nearly a decade away.
Veteran stars Iggy Pop and David Byrne play both weekends, with Byrne at the Outdoor Theater and Iggy set to appear on the Mojave Stage.
Elsewhere, there’s major girl group energy from BINI, with the eight-piece band poised to become the first Filipino act to play the festival. Meanwhile, Katseye will make one of their first appearances since the departure of group members Hybe and Geffen.
How to stream Coachella 2026 for free
The good news for music fans is that YouTube will once again stream this year’s festival live around the world for free. The streaming platform will simulcast performances on seven of the festival’s stages, allowing viewers to switch between acts as they perform.
Head over to the Coachella YouTube channel or dock at one of the stages listed here to watch:
What’s new with Coachella 2026 YouTube coverage
The good news for those watching on a big screen TV at home is that this year’s coverage from the Coachella Stage, Outdoor Theater and Sahara Stage will be broadcast live in 4K for the first time, while a multi-view option will let you watch up to four stages at once while allowing you to switch between audio feeds.
Dance music fans will be able to watch the Quasar stage in both horizontal and vertical formats, with the vertical stream set to be filmed on a Google Pixel handset. This year also sees the introduction of Coachella TV, a 24/7 YouTube stream that features both past performances from the festival as well as highlights from this year’s event.
You can find the full Coachella 2026 schedule here, and you can also choose to download the official Coachella Livestream app for Android or iOS to plan your schedule and receive alerts and reminders for stage times.
