Consider this a what to do, not a how to do it…

Because there’s really not much we can tell you about how to do a festival like Coachella that you won’t already know – dress for the occasion, charge your batteries (phone and body), and make sure you’re properly (and responsibly) sauced for the event.

In terms of what we will be seeing and doing at Coachella 2026, here are a few obvious ones and a couple of artists and activities that we reckon you should mark in your schedule:

Kettama (6pm Friday, Yuma Stage)

Aussie producer Kettama is having a massive “moment” (felt a bit dirty saying that) off the back of his Archangel release in the back half of last year. Coachella has always been a big spot to launch Aus artists into the States – just look at Dom Dolla, Alison Wonderland and Fisher….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUDUC87VuPU

White Claw’s Shore Club

One thing we’ve learned from attending festivals over the years, both internationally and locally, is that when you see White Claw’s Shore Club it’s definitely worth poking your head in – not only for drinks but also for a curated selection of DJs and fun activities. Think of this as your oasis in the desert, and come say hi to us while you’re there!

PinkPantheress (8:55pm Saturday, Mojave Stage)

A little addicted to PinkPantheress’ blend of garage, jungle and breakbeat. Feels like this will be a breakthrough set for an artist that’s been breaking through for a while now. Maybe we’ll even see Ice Spice join her for this one:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oftolPu9qp4

Afters Ice Cream

You’ll be burning off all these cals while dancing, so you can eat this tasty-ass ice cream sando and feel totally good about it:

Little Simz (4:25pm Sunday, Mojave Stage)

Still haven’t recovered from watching her at Splendour a few years back. Also, LOTUS absolutely bangs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s07gWh37Xcc

Chick Next Door

We’ve low-key been stalking the IG page of Chick Next Door for a while in anticipation of Coachella. This place does Nashville-style chicken and the burgers look insane, which may be the perfect fuel as afternoon flows into evening on one (or maybe all) of the nights.

Radiohead Motion Picture House

Radiohead nerds, stand up. The Radiohead Motion Picture House will have five screenings (in sweet, sweet air con) a day of their 75-minute film created by Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood during the recording of Kid A and Amnesiac, as well as sketches, paintings, collages, audio recordings, and handwritten notes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxnIKl1WvOc

Biebs (Saturday 11:25pm, Coachella Stage)

Maybe it’s curiosity, maybe it’s a deep-down appreesh of Justin Bieber’s bangers, but we will definitely be checking out one of the 21st century’s biggest artists at the world’s biggest festival.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WcD2ncHMVs

flowerovlove (Sunday 2:05pm, Gobi Stage)

At the humble age of 20, it’s safe to say that the UK’s flowerovlove is a talent that will be in our lives for the next few years at least. We’re predicting a very fun set full of people ready to dance and invest in their future “I was there for that” account.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgdF9Cj5GDE

The Strokes (Saturday 9pm, Coachella Stage

Don’t know about you, but we’re completely getting swamped by Strokes content in our feed, with the band’s iconic Is This It turning 25, a rad new single just dropping, and an album on the way. It feels like the band is back to reclaim their spot atop the indie rock throne