Coachella 2026 Set Times Drop: Jack White Surprise Addition

Jack White live performance / Rolling Stone

The desert just got louder. Coachella has officially released set times for Weekend 1 of the 2026 festival, complete with a surprise last-minute addition that is already sparking conversations across music circles.

Festival Dates and Schedule Reveal

Coachella 2026 takes place April 10-12 for Weekend 1 and April 17-19 for Weekend 2 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Set times for Weekend 1 landed on April 6, 2026, giving fans the exact roadmap they need to navigate the massive lineup.

Coachella 2026 official lineup poster via MWN Lifestyle

Headliners include Sabrina Carpenter closing Friday night from 9:05 to 10:35 p.m. Pacific, Justin Bieber taking Saturday at 11:25 p.m., and Karol G wrapping Sunday at 9:55 p.m. The full schedule spans multiple stages with carefully timed sets to minimize conflicts and maximize the experience.

Headliner Timing Breakdown

Sabrina Carpenter returns to the main stage after her 2024 performance, bringing fresh energy to open the weekend. Justin Bieber makes his headline slot on Saturday, and Karol G delivers the grand finale on Sunday. These anchor times set the rhythm for the entire three days.

Jack White's Surprise Mojave Slot

One of the biggest talking points is the unannounced addition of Jack White. The rock legend, who performed on Saturday Night Live just days ago, slots into the Mojave Tent on Saturday from 3 to 3:45 p.m. as the opening act for that stage.

This marks a return to Coachella for the former headliner, delivering raw guitar-driven sets right when the afternoon energy is building across the grounds.

Planning Your Desert Run

With set times now public, fans can map out their priorities without guesswork. Note that Weekend 2 set times remain unavailable as of the latest announcement.

Coachella festival crowd at Empire Polo Club / Press Enterprise

Watch Jack White's recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert discussing his Coachella surprise

Who are you prioritizing at Coachella 2026? Jack White in the Mojave or straight to the headliners? Drop your must-see picks in the comments and like if this schedule has you hyped for the desert.

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Sources

• Los Angeles Times (April 6, 2026)
• Variety (April 7, 2026)
• Official Coachella website and Instagram

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