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Coachella Today
By the People, for the People
Kacey Musgraves Announced as Surprise Performer for Coachella Weekend Two
The country star will take the Mojave Tent stage on Saturday afternoon.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:49am
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The sparkling, high-fashion textures of Kacey Musgraves' Coachella performance will bring a touch of country-pop glamour to the desert festival.Coachella TodayKacey Musgraves has unexpectedly joined the lineup for the second weekend of Coachella, returning to the desert for her first Coachella performance since 2019. The country star was slyly announced with the release of the weekend two schedule and is slated to perform from 3-3:50 p.m. on Saturday at the Mojave Tent.
Why it matters
Musgraves' surprise Coachella appearance comes ahead of the release of her sixth album 'Middle of Nowhere,' which marks a return to her country roots after exploring more folk-pop sounds on recent releases. Her 2019 Coachella set was a highlight of that year's festival, with the singer leading the crowd in a memorable 'yee' and 'haw' call-and-response.
The details
Musgraves is set to perform on the Mojave Tent stage on Saturday, April 26 from 3-3:50 p.m. during the second weekend of Coachella. Her appearance was quietly announced alongside the release of the full weekend two schedule, similar to how Jack White's surprise performance was revealed during the first weekend. Musgraves' 2019 Coachella set was a fan-favorite, with the singer chastising the crowd for not properly participating in her 'yee' and 'haw' call-and-response.
- Kacey Musgraves is scheduled to perform at Coachella on Saturday, April 26 from 3-3:50 p.m. during the second weekend of the festival.
- Musgraves last performed at Coachella in 2019.
The players
Kacey Musgraves
A country music singer-songwriter who is set to surprise fans with a performance at the second weekend of Coachella. Musgraves is known for her unique blend of country, folk, and pop music, and her 2019 Coachella set was a highlight of that year's festival.
Coachella
An annual music and arts festival held in Indio, California that features a wide range of musical acts across multiple stages and genres.
What’s next
Musgraves is set to release her sixth studio album 'Middle of Nowhere' on May 1, which will feature collaborations with artists like Miranda Lambert, Willie Nelson, Billy Strings, and Gregory Alan Isakov.
The takeaway
Kacey Musgraves' surprise Coachella appearance is a highly anticipated moment for fans, as the country star returns to the festival stage for the first time since her memorable 2019 performance. Her upcoming album 'Middle of Nowhere' promises to showcase Musgraves' continued evolution as an artist, blending her country roots with more folk-pop influences.
