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By the People, for the People
Coachella 2026 Brings Surprise Guests, Elaborate Productions
Teddy Swims, HUNTR/X, and Sabrina Carpenter deliver memorable performances at the annual music festival.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:32pm
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Coachella's star-studded lineup and over-the-top productions create a glamorous, high-fashion atmosphere that captivates music fans.Indio TodayCoachella's first night featured a number of surprise guest appearances, including Joe Jonas, Vanessa Carlton, and legendary rocker David Lee Roth joining Teddy Swims on stage. HUNTR/X also made a surprise appearance, joining KATSEYE for a performance of their hit song 'Golden.' Sabrina Carpenter headlined the night with an elaborate 'Sabrinawood' production that included cameos from actors Sam Elliott, Susan Sarandon, and Will Ferrell.
Why it matters
Coachella is one of the most anticipated music festivals of the year, and the surprise guest appearances and elaborate productions help drive excitement and engagement around the event. These types of high-profile collaborations and spectacles are a key part of what makes Coachella a must-see cultural event.
The details
During Teddy Swims' set, he brought out Joe Jonas to perform 'When You Look Me in the Eyes,' Vanessa Carlton for 'A Thousand Miles,' and David Lee Roth of Van Halen fame to sing the band's hit '1984' song 'Jump.' HUNTR/X also made a surprise appearance, joining KATSEYE on stage to sing their song 'Golden.' Sabrina Carpenter headlined the night with an elaborate 'Sabrinawood' production that featured filmed cameos from actors Sam Elliott, Susan Sarandon, and Will Ferrell, as well as a special effects-heavy performance of her song 'Tears' where she was lifted up on a 'geyser' of water.
- Coachella's first night took place on April 10, 2026.
- Teddy Swims brought out his surprise guests during his set.
- HUNTR/X joined KATSEYE on stage during their Coachella set on Friday night.
- Sabrina Carpenter headlined the Friday night Coachella lineup.
The players
Teddy Swims
An American singer-songwriter who performed at Coachella 2026 and brought out several surprise guests during his set.
Joe Jonas
An American singer, songwriter, and actor who joined Teddy Swims on stage to perform 'When You Look Me in the Eyes.'
Vanessa Carlton
An American singer-songwriter who joined Teddy Swims to perform her hit song 'A Thousand Miles.'
David Lee Roth
The original lead singer of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Van Halen, who joined Teddy Swims to sing the Van Halen hit '1984.'
Sabrina Carpenter
An American singer, songwriter, and actress who headlined the Friday night Coachella lineup with an elaborate 'Sabrinawood' production.
What they’re saying
“'Oh my God! It's David Lee Roth from the best f****** band of all time, Van Halen.'”
— Teddy Swims, Performer
“'I can't believe I'm headlining Coachella! I mean, I can a little bit, but it's nicer to say that, right?'”
— Sabrina Carpenter, Performer
What’s next
Fans can look forward to more surprise collaborations and elaborate productions as Coachella continues over the weekend.
The takeaway
Coachella remains a premier destination for music fans, with artists pulling out all the stops to deliver unforgettable performances and memorable moments that drive excitement and engagement around the festival.
