Stagecoach Reveals Set Times and Cooking Demo Lineup

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The organizers of the Stagecoach country music festival in Indio, California have released the set times for all stages and announced the return of Guy Fieri's Smokehouse cooking demos. Over the three-day event from April 24-26, several country music artists will join Fieri and renowned pit masters for live cooking demonstrations.

Why it matters

Stagecoach is one of the biggest country music festivals in the U.S., drawing tens of thousands of fans each year. The addition of the Smokehouse cooking demos provides an extra draw for attendees, allowing them to experience the culinary side of the country music experience.

The details

The Smokehouse cooking demos will take place each day of the festival. On April 24, performers Nate Smith, Chase Rice and BigXthaPlug will join Fieri in the kitchen. April 25 will feature Gavin Adcock, Billy Bob Thornton, Wynonna Judd and Gavin Rossdale, while Brett Young and Wyatt Flores will heat things up on April 26.

• Stagecoach takes place April 24-26, 2026 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
• The Smokehouse cooking demos will occur each day of the 3-day festival.