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As temperatures in the California deserts begin to rise, so does the anticipation surrounding the 2025 Coachella Music and Arts Festival.
The first three-day run of the annual music event will kick off on April 11 with performances from Lady Gaga, Missy Elliott and Benson Boone, among others. Green Day and Post Malone will headline the festival on April 12 and 13, respectively. Also on the lineup are Charli xcx, Megan Thee Stallion, Zedd and Travis Scott. Weezer will play only for weekend one pass holders on April 12. Ed Sheeran will play exclusively for weekend two on April 19.
Ticketed festival-goers will also be able to experience special on-site activations from Red Bull’s Mirage Lounge to the classic Do LaB stage and VIP area. There will also be plenty of parties, including after hour celebrations and exclusive activations for those visiting Coachella valley.
Below, Variety compiles a list of the upcoming one-time and weekend-long events, in addition to on-site activations on festival grounds. (Most are RSVP or invitation-only.)
ONE-TIME EVENTS
Night Zero
April 10 @ ABC Ranch
Passes, a direct-to-fan engagement and monetization platform, is hosting an invite-only kickoff party for top creators, artists and DJs.
Revolve Fest
The 8th annual Revolve Festival will return to Thermal, Calif. with its usual star-studded lineup, including live performances from Lil Wayne, Tyga, Uncle Waffles, and Gelo DJ sets by Hunny Bee, DJ Lex, Quinn Blake and special guest Cardi B.
Nylon House
April 11
Presented by Ulta Beauty, this pre-festival party will feature a special performance by Dove Cameron and high-energy DJ sets by James Hype and Austin Millz. This year, the party has an oceanic theme, dubbed “Deep Dive.”
Interscope and Capitol Records Coachella Party
April 12
Interscope and Capitol will return for their annual Coachella celebration this year, with a private event being held in Palm Springs. Now in its ninth year, the event is attended by Interscope, Capitol and festival artists. Past attendees have included Billie Eilish, Lana Del Rey, Camila Cabello, Zedd, OneRepublic, Yo Gotti, GloRilla, Moneybagg Yo, Machine Gun Kelly, Benny Blanco, Reneé Rapp, KATSEYE, Jared Leto, Tierra Whack, Tame Impala, Iris Apatow, Simu Liu, Kathryn Newton, Stormzy, and many more.
Neon Carnival
April 12
Neon Carnival will return for its fourteenth year with performances from Charly Jordan, Chase B and Friends and DJ Pee .Wee (a.k.a. Anderson .Paak). The invite-only after-party is known for its immersive, neon-lit displays, carnival games and amusement park rides.
Camp Poosh
April 12
Kourtney Kardashian Barker will host a group of influencers at an estate for a daytime party featuring festival-themed activations and wellness experiences.
Zenyara Desert Nights
April 13
This invite-only event is put together by Dorsia and will be held at a private estate minutes away from the festival. Guests will also be able to enjoy specialty Patrón cocktails and sips as well as performances by Bob Moses, Ahmed Spins, Damian Lazarus, Dennis Cruz, Dixon, Jimi Jules, WhoMadeWho, Yulia Niko and Desiree
WEEKEND EVENTS
Goldenvoice Surf Club
April 11-13 and April 18-20 @ the Palm Springs Surf Club
Coachella is hosting a pro-surf competition during both weekends of Coachella alongside musical programming. Held in the wave pool, pro-surfers will compete for cash prizes in Best Air, Best Wave’ and Most Creative categories. The musical lineup for weekend one includes Sammy Virji, Chris Lorenzo, Fcukers (DJ Set), ATRIP, Sara Landry, Rico Nasty, VTSS and Kitty Ca$h. The weekend two lineup includes Polo & Pan (DJ Set), Ben Böhmer, Maribou State (DJ Set), Josh Conway (the Marías), Eli Brown, Max Styler and Massano.
Expression Sessions are presented by Tilly’s and are hosted by Surfer Magazine. Surf talent includes Jacob “Zeke” Szekely, Blair Conklin, Jett Schilling, Chance Gaul and more to be announced.
Heineken House
April 11-13 and April 18-20
Pusha T and Murda Beatz are among the talent scheduled to perform for the annual Heineken House. See the complete lineup for both weekends below:
Weekend 1:Friday, April 11: The Pharcyde, DJ Premier, Autograf, Kilimanjaro, Mexican Institute of Sound, LovraSaturday, April 12: Pusha T, Qveen Herby, Southside, Murda Beatz, Zeemuffin, MiramarSunday, April 13: Afrojack, Digitalism, Badger, Wuki, Mojave Grey, Anatta
Weekend 2:Friday, April 18: Cordae, DJ Premier, Autograf, Kilimanjaro, Mexican Institute of Sound, LovraSaturday, April 19: Pusha T, Qveen Herby, Southside, Murda Beatz, Zeemuffin, MiramarSunday, April 20: Chevelle, Afrojack, Badger, Wuki, Mojave Grey, Anatta
Electrolit Campground
April 11 and 18
Electrolit, the beverage company, is bringing run club culture to the Coachella to debut their new Electrolit Campground 5K sports drink. Starting at 8 a.m. on both Saturdays of Coachella weekends, participants will join the founder of the Electrolit-backed Venice Run Club for a community-driven 5K through the Coachella campgrounds.
ON-SITE EVENTS
Gallery Desert House
Described as an immersive celebration of music, culture, fashion and beauty, the two-weekend event will bring together top creators, influencers and talent. Sponsors include Patrón Tequila, Raw Sugar, Hunter Boots, Vince Camuto, High Noon, Josh Cellars Seaswept, Palmer’s, Frye, U by Kotex and more. With day-to-night programming, Gallery Desert House features a GRWM studio, pool parties and specialty wellness workouts to curated music sets.
Amex’s On-Site Experience
American Express is curating an interactive experience for card members and up to three of their guests to celebrate music. The event will include several activations including a workshop, where Card Members and guests can personalize select merch items with festival-inspired charms, while supplies last.
Do LaB
Celebrating 20 years, the Do LaB will feature performances from BAMBII, Blu DeTiger (DJ Set), Conducta, Confidence Man (DJ Set), DJ PEE .WEE (AKA Anderson .Paak), Ivy Lab (DNB Set) B2B Kasra, Jyoty B2B Zack Fox, Kitty Ca$h, Layla Benitez B2B Henri Bergmann, Le Youth, Levity, Mahmut Orhan, Max Styler, MK B2B Special Guest, MPH, nimino (DJ Set), Nooriyah, Oppidan, Riordan, RUDIM3NTAL B2B Skepsis, Ship Wrek, Snakehips B2B What So Not, The Hellp (DJ Set), TOKiMONSTA, Trixie Mattel (DJ Set) and Tycho (DJ Set), with more to be announced.
Red Bull Mirage Lounge
A multi-level structure across from Quasar, the Red Bull Mirage, will offer exclusive access to premier stage views, exclusive entertainment and other amenities. The space will host ticket holders (GAs, VIPs and special guests), with general admission attendees having access to bars with specialty drinks, dining, entertainment and much-needed shade.
