Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
The world's most photographed music festival, now a lifestyle brand.
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
The world's most photographed music festival, now a lifestyle brand.
Coachella has transcended music to become a cultural phenomenon where fashion, art, technology, and celebrity converge in the California desert. The VIP and Safari tent experiences have created a luxury tier within the festival that rivals any five-star resort.
Why it matters
The event that proved festivals could be aspirational — Coachella's influence on fashion and culture extends far beyond its dates.
- Where: Indio, United States
- Dates: 2026-04-10 – 2026-04-19
- Category: seasonal
- Region: North America
- Ideal trip length: 3–5 nights
- Status: confirmed
- Best for: Culture & lifestyle travelers
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Other North America dates in the calendar
- Sundance Film Festival 2026 — Park City
- Super Bowl LX — Santa Clara
- New York Fashion Week — Fall/Winter 2026 — New York
- BNP Paribas Open — Indian Wells — Indian Wells
- Miami Open 2026 — Miami
- The Masters Tournament 2026 — Augusta
- Tribeca Film Festival 2026 — New York
- Met Gala 2026 — New York
- PGA Championship 2026 — Bethpage
- Frieze New York 2026 — New York
- U.S. Open Golf 2026 — Shinnecock Hills
- Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference — Sun Valley
Where to stay
- La Quinta Resort
- Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs
- Parker Palm Springs
Where to eat
- Workshop Kitchen + Bar
- Le Vallauris
Published by Peters Signature Travel.