Coachella 2026 Party Guide: The Complete List for The Hottest Parties and Events
Dust off those dancing shoes, bright colored crop-tops, and bring the glitter - Coachella is is under way! Many Angelenos (and anyone that loves a good time) will be heading to the desert for an incredible three-day music festival but even more are heading there for the activations and the parties! This year will the brands are pulling out all of the stops! Check out the complete list below to see what’s on deck and where your favorite insiders and celebs will be hanging out outside of festival grounds!
Thursday, April 9th:
Glow Oasis Pool Party:
The brand will be bringing together the most celebrated and influential group of creators and friends of the brand for a glowing desert night before the festival begins. Think radiant skin, poolside content moments, great music, and elevated, effortless vibes under the desert sky. It’s the perfect way to kick off Coachella weekend 1: relaxed, radiant, and surrounded by great energy. It’s an elevated pool party like no other.
Billboard: The Arrival:
Billboard will be providing a soft landing to select musicians and industry leaders with The Arrival, an invite-only gathering happening before the first weekend of Coachella 2026. Taking place at a luxe private estate in Indio, the event will feature performances by a choice collection of electronic artists, with beloved duo Louis The Child, British phenom Jonas Blueand rising dance star Arlo all set to perform.
MaruMart Pop-Up at Cabazon Outlets
Maruchan meets festivalgoers exactly where they are, showing up along the Coachella journey with eye-catching billboards and the MaruMart pop-up at Cabazon to deliver a quick, satisfying, and budget-friendly reset when it’s needed most. The onsite activation will have free samples, unexpected flavor twists, giveaways and an immersive, walk-through space designed for quick stops, exploration and content capturing.
Timing:
Activation: April 9 - 13 + April 16 - 20
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Friday, April 10th:
Aguachella:
Agua De Kefir - the new Coachella bestie keeping you hydrated throughout festival season this year. The brand is hosting a private pre-game at their Aguachella house where some of your Love Island Faves are staying for weekend 1 before Beyond The Villa begins airing. Confirmed attendees include:
AGUACHELLA will kick off Coachella weekend Friday, April 10 from 2-5 p.m. PST with a private party featuring all house attendees and VIP guests. The event will also have DJ set by Love Island alum DJ Nic Vans - aka Nic Vansteenberghe, runner up from season 7
NYLON Announces Return of NYLON House in the Desert Presented by Matrix, Featuring Debut Partnership with KATSEY:
NYLON will host the return of NYLON House in the Desert on Friday, April 10th in Coachella Valley, CA. Presented by Matrix, which will debut a new KATSEYE partnership, the unofficial kickoff to the biggest festival celebration in music will feature a star-studded guestlist, and a high-energy DJ set by Diplo B2B HUGEL. This year’s theme, NOCTURNA, is a fashion-forward, after-dark desert experience that will invite guests to be inspired by moonlit rituals and the untamed energy of the wild. It’s a seductive, fashion-meets-primal celebration where music and movement take over the dancefloor.
Desert Nights:
Desert Nights: PATRÓN Tequila returns as the exclusive tequila sponsor for the invite-only, after festival celebration. Throughout the weekend, guests will toast with specialty cocktails in the Collector’s Cup at the desert’s most coveted late-night destination.
WHEN: Friday, April 10 – Sunday, April 12
WHO: Performances by David Guetta, Afrojack, Green Velvet and more
Framework In the Desert: April 10th-12th:
Underground music purveyors Framework recently released the heavy-hitting lineup for 2026's Framework In The Desert, the brand's festival afterhours series in the Coachella Valley, returning for its 5th anniversary edition.
The three-night house and techno event continues to build its legacy with headlining sets from Armin Van Buuren, Disclosure (DJ Set), Mochakk, Boys Noize, Marlon Hoffstadt, KETTAMA B2B Prospa, and Max Dean x Luke Dean.
Framework In The Desert's 5 Year Anniversary Celebration will also feature support sets from Riordan, Chloé Calliet, Azzecca, and bullet tooth, in addition to the return of the Long Feng Art Car - a one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art mutant vehicle that serves as the event stage.
Saturday, April 11th:
Absolut Hottest Brunch: Festival Edition
Absolut’s newest launch ABSOLUT® TABASCO™ is fueling the 2026 highly anticipated return of their annual high-energy brunch, this year branded Absolut Hottest Brunch: Desert Edition in Indio, CA. From fiery cocktails to spicy brunch-themed bites, festivalgoers will enjoy DJ sets by Tay James, Mojave Grey, and Lindsay Luv. Guest list strictly enforced, limited capacity. In addition to the brunch, ABSOLUT will activate on the festival grounds of Coachella with HEAT HAUS, their three-day desert cocktail pop-up house (Daily 2pm-10pm weekend 1 and 2), showcasing delicious drinks, RTD offerings, DJ sets and instagrammable moments in celebration of a red hot summer thematic.
Saturday, April 11
12 noon - 4:00pm
DJ performances Tay James, Lindsay Luv, Mojave Grey, food stations, drink stations, branding moments and more
Indio - moments away from festival grounds, at an exclusive villa location
Revolve Festival:
REVOLVE Festival: For the first time ever, PATRÓN Tequila joins as the exclusive tequila partner of the iconic REVOLVE Festival. Guests will celebrate the debut partnership with premium drinks in the brand's custom Collector’s Cup at the weekend’s most fashion-forward celebration.
Sonic Desert:
Sonic Desert, an exclusive Coachella weekend event hosted by Roland and presented by Coca-Cola.
Taking place Saturday, April 11 from 1–6 PM at a private ranch in Thermal, Sonic Desert brings together hands-on music experiences with Roland gear, DJ sets, and a full lineup of food and drinks.
We’ll have multiple bar partners onsite including 21Seeds, CHILL Vodka, and Crown Royal, plus additional sponsors like Topo Chico, Vitaminwater, and more. Music will be led by Matthew Topper, with a few other moments throughout the day.
Rhode Desert Experience:
rhode, the award-winning line of curated, high-performance skincare and beauty essentials by Hailey Rhode Bieber, is coming to the desert for the first time. Taking place on Saturday, April 11th, during festival weekend in Indio, California, this invite-only event will bring together festival-goers, creators, and friends of the brand to celebrate their new collaboration, rhode x the Biebers. The collection features three new products designed in collaboration with Justin Bieber: Spotwear, hydrocolloid spot stickers, and new, limited editions of Peptide Lip Treatment in Caramelized Banana and Peptide Eye Prep in Banana Peel.
Located just minutes from the festival grounds, the event will offer first-access to upcoming rhode launches and hands-on activities. OBB Media and its branded content studio, Bolded partnered with rhode on strategic sponsorships for the event. Activities include a Spotwear-themed balloon pop game, a claw machine sponsored by Cash App where guests can win a variety of prizes, and ample branded moments. A "touch-up room" will showcase an assortment of rhode skincare and makeup products available on the brand's website and through event co-sponsor Sephora. Guests will also enjoy live music from Spotify-curated DJs Hank Korsan, Josh Conway, and Coco & Breezy, as well as wellness supplements from Cymbiotika. Postmates will be serving food from Ggiata, Irv's Burgers, and Tacos 1986. Other refreshments will include premium drinks provided by PATRÓN Tequila and custom PATH Water bottles. Operational support is provided by The h.wood Group.
Neon Carnival:
Back for the 15th year, Neon Carnival will once again serve as the top-tier after-hour spot. This year, the hot ticket will have Ty Dolla $ign as the headliner, along with a lineup of world renown special guests and DJs. Cravings will be filled thanks to noodles from Maruchan cans of Hint Water for you to refuel and hydrate between sets.
To capture that childhood nostalgia vibe, Maruchan is sponsoring this year’s iconic Ferris wheel, designed as a standout visual within the carnival, while Hint, the #1 unsweetened flavored still water brand in the U.S., is onsite with all of your hydration needs! More information TBD, but as always, this isn’t one that you’ll want to miss.
Sunday, April 12th:
Martell Presents Afrobeats Brunch Hosted by Davido:
Maison Martell, the oldest of the great cognac houses, is pleased to extend you an invitation to their Coachella weekend brunch experience, a celebration of Afrobeats and Davido’s debut performance at the festival.
Set to become one of the festival’s most coveted experiences, the Martell x Davido Brunch: A Toast to Afrobeats, will take place inside an exclusive private residence. Unwind and toast to the rise of Afrobeats as Davido leads the charge for the meteoric rise of the music genre.
You’ll be welcomed with Martell’s French 75 while a DJ spins the hottest beats and warms you up before Davido himself arrives. Yard games like a putting green will give you a chance to shoot your shot and enjoy brunch before the festival’s evening lineups. This opportunity to be up close in an intimate and celebratory setting will mark a standout cultural moment at Coachella.
What event are you most looking forward to?
