The wait is finally over for music fans. The official set times for the Coachella 2026 first weekend have arrived, giving everyone a clear plan for when their favorite Asian acts will hit the desert stages. The festival runs from April 10 to 12 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
This year’s lineup is special for fans of K-pop, J-pop, and P-pop. BIGBANG is making a rare group appearance. Taemin is performing as the first male K-pop solo artist at Coachella. BINI is making history as the first all-Filipino group to play the festival. KATSEYE is also bringing their global sound to the Sahara tent.
For those who cannot travel to the California desert, the performances are easy to watch. YouTube is streaming sets live from seven stages across all three days.
BINI and KATSEYE Kick Off Friday with High Energy
Friday, April 10, is packed with girl group power. BINI opens the Asian run on the Mojave Stage. They play from 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM PDT. The eight-member group rose to fame with hits like “Pantropiko” and “Salamin, Salamin.” Their Coachella debut is a major moment for Filipino pop music on the world stage.
Later that night, KATSEYE performs on the Sahara Stage. Their set runs from 8:00 PM to 8:50 PM PDT. The global girl group formed under HYBE and Geffen Records has been building a strong fanbase since their debut in 2024.
Saturday Belongs to Fujii Kaze, YUKIMATSU, and Taemin
Saturday, April 11, offers a deep mix of Asian talent across different genres. Japanese singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze starts the evening on the Mojave Stage at 4:30 PM PDT. His soulful piano pop and hit “Shinunoga E-Wa” have earned him fans worldwide.
Electronic artist ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U follows on the Sahara Stage from 6:15 PM to 7:10 PM PDT. His high-energy beats will fill the Sahara tent with a unique Japanese club sound.
The main event for many K-pop fans happens at 7:30 PM PDT on the Mojave Stage. Taemin takes the stage for his solo show. The SHINee member is known for his sharp dancing and moody R&B tracks like “Move” and “Guilty.” His set is one of the most talked-about of the whole weekend.
Note on Set Times: All times are listed in Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). The festival is in California. If you are on the East Coast (New York), add 3 hours. For viewers in the UK, add 8 hours. For India, add 12 hours and 30 minutes.
BIGBANG Closes the Night on Sunday
Sunday, April 12, ends with a legendary performance. BIGBANG is scheduled for the Outdoor Theatre stage from 10:30 PM to 11:30 PM PDT. The group consists of G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung. This is a rare appearance for the second-generation K-pop icons.
Their last full group performance was at the 2024 MAMA Awards. Fans are eager to hear their classic hits like “Fantastic Baby” and “Bang Bang Bang” live again. This set is the closing highlight for Asian music at this year’s festival.
How to Watch Coachella 2026 Live Stream
You do not need a ticket to see these shows. YouTube is the official home of the Coachella live stream. The broadcast starts on Friday, April 10, at 4:00 PM PDT.
Here is how to watch:
- On TV: Use the YouTube app on your smart TV. You can watch up to four stages at the same time with the “multi-view” feature.
- On Mobile: Download the YouTube app or the official Coachella app.
- Video Quality: The main stages like Coachella Stage, Outdoor Theatre, and Sahara are streaming in 4K resolution this year.
For Weekend 1, the streams cover seven stages: Coachella, Outdoor, Sahara, Mojave, Gobi, Sonora, and Quasar.
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When to Watch in Your Time Zone
Converting the times helps you plan your watch party. Here is when the main acts perform in different regions:
BIGBANG (Sunday, April 12)
- Los Angeles (PDT): 10:30 PM (Sunday)
- New York (EDT): 1:30 AM (Monday)
- London (BST): 6:30 AM (Monday)
- India (IST): 11:00 AM (Monday)
- Manila (PHT): 1:30 PM (Monday)
- Tokyo (JST): 2:30 PM (Monday)
Taemin (Saturday, April 11)
- Los Angeles (PDT): 7:30 PM
- New York (EDT): 10:30 PM
- London (BST): 3:30 AM (Sunday)
- India (IST): 8:00 AM (Sunday)
- Manila (PHT): 10:30 AM (Sunday)
BINI (Friday, April 10)
- Los Angeles (PDT): 4:15 PM
- New York (EDT): 7:15 PM
- London (BST): 12:15 AM (Saturday)
- India (IST): 4:45 AM (Saturday)
- Manila (PHT): 7:15 AM (Saturday)
KATSEYE (Friday, April 10)
- Los Angeles (PDT): 8:00 PM
- New York (EDT): 11:00 PM
- London (BST): 4:00 AM (Saturday)
- India (IST): 8:30 AM (Saturday)
Fujii Kaze (Saturday, April 11)
- Los Angeles (PDT): 4:30 PM
- New York (EDT): 7:30 PM
- London (BST): 12:30 AM (Sunday)
- India (IST): 5:00 AM (Sunday)
Weekend 2 Information
The festival repeats the lineup for Weekend 2, which runs from April 17 to 19. The set times for the second weekend are usually similar to the first. However, the official schedule for Weekend 2 has not yet been released. Fans should check the official Coachella app or website closer to April 17 for any changes to stage times or special guests.
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