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By the People, for the People
Karol G Makes History as First Latina Coachella Headliner
The Colombian singer tops the festival's Sunday lineup, marking a milestone for Latin music representation.
Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:53am
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Karol G's historic Coachella headlining set celebrates the growing influence of Latin music on the global stage.Indio TodayThousands of festivalgoers will descend on the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California on Sunday for the final day of Coachella's first weekend. The highlight will be Karol G's headlining performance at 9:55 p.m., making her the first Latina artist to top the festival's bill. Other acts include Young Thug, Wet Leg, Laufey, and a special screening of the 'Euphoria' season 3 premiere.
Why it matters
Karol G's Coachella headlining slot represents a significant milestone for Latin music representation at one of the world's most prominent music festivals. As the first Latina artist to achieve this honor, her performance will showcase the growing influence and popularity of reggaeton, Latin trap, and other genres within the mainstream music landscape.
The details
Karol G, the Colombian singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Tusa' and 'Bichota', will take the Coachella Stage at 9:55 p.m. on Sunday to cap off the festival's first weekend. She will make history as the first Latina artist to headline the event. The rest of the Sunday lineup includes a diverse array of acts such as Young Thug, Wet Leg, Laufey, Foster The People, Iggy Pop, and Fatboy Slim. After the final performance, festivalgoers will also have the opportunity to attend a special screening of the season 3 premiere of the HBO series 'Euphoria'.
- Coachella Weekend 1 takes place April 14-16, 2026.
- Karol G will headline the Coachella Stage on Sunday, April 16 at 9:55 p.m.
- The 'Euphoria' season 3 premiere screening will be held at around 11:59 p.m. on the festival grounds.
The players
Karol G
A Colombian singer-songwriter known for her reggaeton and Latin trap hits, who will make history as the first Latina artist to headline the Coachella festival.
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
One of the world's most prominent and influential music festivals, held annually in Indio, California.
Euphoria
An HBO original drama series that follows a group of high school students navigating relationships, addiction, and identity.
What they’re saying
“This is a full circle moment for me. I wouldn't be here without my fans, so I wanted to create something special just for them. It's not your typical pit stop -- I wanted it to feel like a surrealist fantasy land of mine.”
— Sabrina Carpenter
What’s next
Coachella Weekend 2 is scheduled for April 17-19, 2026, with a similar lineup of artists expected to perform.
The takeaway
Karol G's historic Coachella headlining slot represents a significant milestone for Latin music representation at one of the world's most prestigious music festivals, showcasing the growing influence and popularity of reggaeton, Latin trap, and other genres within the mainstream music landscape.
