Karol G to Headline Coachella's First Weekend

The Colombian reggaeton star will bring her 'Tropicoqueta' performance to the California desert festival.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:58am

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An abstract close-up photograph of shimmering, sequined fabric in bold, contrasting colors, conceptually representing the glamour and excitement of Karol G's Coachella set.The vibrant, high-energy performance by Latin music star Karol G will bring a touch of tropical flair to the Coachella stage.Coachella Today

Colombian reggaeton artist Karol G is scheduled to take the stage on Sunday, closing out the first weekend of the Coachella music festival in California. Karol G, known for her hit song 'Tropicoqueta', will bring her high-energy performance to the desert event.

Why it matters

Karol G's Coachella appearance marks a major milestone for the rising Latin music star, further cementing her crossover success and ability to draw large crowds at one of the world's most prestigious music festivals. Her performance will showcase the growing popularity of reggaeton and Latin urban music on the global stage.

The details

Karol G, whose real name is Carolina Giraldo Navarro, will headline the Coachella festival's closing night on Sunday, April 13, 2026. The 26-year-old singer and songwriter is known for her reggaeton and Latin trap music, with hits like 'Tusa' and 'Bichota' that have topped charts around the world.

  • Karol G is scheduled to perform on Sunday, April 13, 2026, closing out the first weekend of Coachella.
  • The Coachella music festival runs from April 10-12 and April 17-19, 2026 in Indio, California.

The players

Karol G

A 26-year-old Colombian reggaeton and Latin trap singer and songwriter known for hits like 'Tusa' and 'Bichota'.

Coachella Music Festival

An annual music and arts festival held in Indio, California that features some of the biggest names in music across multiple genres.

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What they’re saying

“Karol G's Coachella performance is a huge milestone in her career. She's one of the fastest-rising Latin artists and this will introduce her to an even wider global audience.”

— Maria Fernanda Perez, Music Journalist

What’s next

Karol G's Coachella set is expected to feature songs from her latest album 'Mañana Será Bonito', which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Latin Albums chart.

The takeaway

Karol G's Coachella headlining slot is a testament to the growing mainstream popularity of Latin urban music genres like reggaeton, and showcases how artists from the Latin music scene are increasingly crossing over to major global stages.