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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
File:Coachella Ferris Wheel.jpg
The iconic Ferris wheel at the Empire Polo Club
Location Empire Polo Club, Indio, California, U.S.
Years active 1999, 2001–present
Genre Rock, Indie, Hip hop, EDM, Pop
Attendance 250,000 (2026 total)
Website coachella.com

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (commonly known as Coachella) is an annual music and arts festival held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Co-founded by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen in 1999, it is organized by Goldenvoice, a subsidiary of AEG Presents.

History

The origins of Coachella date back to a 1993 concert that Pearl Jam performed at the Empire Polo Club while boycotting venues controlled by Ticketmaster. The show's success validated the site's viability for large-scale events.

  • Inaugural Year (1999): The first festival was held in October 1999.
  • The Spring Shift (2001): After skipping 2000, the festival returned in April 2001 to avoid the extreme desert heat.
  • 25th Anniversary (2026): In 2026, Coachella celebrated its 25th anniversary with headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G.

Venue and Logistics

The festival takes place on the 78-acre main grounds of the Empire Polo Club. Because Indio is in a desert environment, temperatures often exceed 100°F (38°C) during the day.

Stages and Tents

  • Coachella Stage: The main stage for the largest headliners.
  • Sahara Tent: Known for massive LED displays and EDM.
  • Sonora: An indoor, air-conditioned stage focusing on punk and Latin rock.

Art and Culture

Beyond music, Coachella is a major showcase for visual arts and large-scale installations. It also remains a significant driver of global fashion trends, popularized by "festival style" aesthetics.

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