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Is Justin Bieber performing at Coachella 2026 Weekend 2? Check full schedule, rumors, lineup, and latest updates as of April 17.



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Updated April 18, 2026 Pop superstar Justin Bieber is back on a major festival stage in 2026, and his highly awaited Coachella comeback show is finally here. After months of fan buzz, the official schedule confirms that Justin Bieber will perform at Coachella Weekend 2 on Saturday, April 18, 2026, taking the main Coachella Stage in Indio, California, in the late‑night hours.

For fans watching from India, the United States, Europe, and other countries, this guide breaks down exactly when Justin Bieber performs, how that time converts to your local clock, and what else you can expect on Saturday night’s full Weekend 2 lineup.

Justin Bieber Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 performance date

Coachella 2026 runs over two weekends: April 10–12 (Weekend 1) and April 17–19 (Weekend 2) at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.

Justin Bieber is one of the main headliners for both weekends, but his Weekend 2 performance is on:

  • Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
  • Stage: Coachella Stage (main stage)
  • Set time: 11:25 pm – approximately 12:55 am (PDT)
  • Timezone: Pacific Daylight Time (Los Angeles / California)elle.

This means fans in the US West Coast can expect his show to start close to late‑night, right after the previous main‑stage act.

When is Justin Bieber on stage on April 18, 2026?

Here is the exact slot for Justin Bieber on Weekend 2 Saturday (April 18) according to the official Coachella schedule:

  • Stage: Coachella Stage
  • Artist: Justin Bieber
  • Time: 11:25 pm – about 12:55 am

Before Justin Bieber on the Coachella Stage that night:

  • 4:10–5:15 pm: Record Safari
  • 5:25–6:20 pm: Addison Rae
  • 7:00–7:50 pm: GIVÄ’ON
  • 9:00–10:10 pm: The Strokes

So fans who want to camp at the front of the main stage will first see Addison Rae, GIVÄ’ON, and The Strokes before the crowd truly explodes for Justin Bieber’s late‑night headlining set.

Coachella Weekend 2

How to convert Justin Bieber Coachella time to your country

Justin Bieber’s 11:25 pm PDT show on April 18, 2026 looks different on clocks around the world. Here are some approximate local times for major fan regions:economictimes+1

India (IST – Indian Standard Time)

  • April 19, 2026 – 12:55 am IST
    (Because India is about 12 hours and 30 minutes ahead of PDT on this date.)

So if you’re in Dadri, Uttar Pradesh, or anywhere in India, Justin Bieber will be performing past midnight on Sunday, April 19, even though it’s still Saturday in California.elle.

United Kingdom (BST – British Summer Time)

  • April 19, 2026 – 5:55 am BST
    This means his show will be on early Sunday morning for UK fans.

Australia (AEST – Australian Eastern Standard Time)

  • April 19, 2026 – 4:25 pm AEST
    (As reported by some Australian outlets, Justin Bieber’s first‑weekend show started at 4:25 pm AEST on Sunday, so the second weekend will be almost identical in local time.)

United States – East Coast (EDT – Eastern Daylight Time)

  • April 18, 2026 – 2:25 am EDT
    So for fans in New York, Florida, or the East Coast, Bieber takes the stage just after midnight on Sunday in their timezone.

If you want to be extra sure, you can type “11:25 pm PDT to IST” into Google on April 18, and it will show you the exact matching time for your city.

How to watch Justin Bieber Coachella 2026 live from anywhere

Even if you’re not at the festival in Indio, you can still catch Justin Bieber’s entire Coachella set live through the official Coachella livestream.

Where to watch Justin Bieber at Coachella Weekend 2 online

  • Platform: YouTube (official Coachella channel)
  • What’s included: Livestream of major stages, including the Coachella Stage where Justin Bieber performs.

Typical streaming window

Coachella usually starts its YouTube livestream around 4:00 pm PDT / 7:00 pm EDT each day, well before the headliners.

So on Saturday, April 18, 2026, viewers can:

  • Start watching the livestream from 4:00 pm PDT.
  • Enjoy opening acts and the early bill.
  • Stay tuned all the way until 11:25 pm PDT for Justin Bieber’s headlining set.

Best of all, this YouTube livestream is free to watch worldwide, so even if tickets are sold out, fans from India, Europe, and other countries can still experience “Bieberchella” from home.

Justin Bieber Coachella 2026: Why this comeback matters

Justin Bieber’s Coachella appearance in 2026 is not just another festival slot; it’s being treated as a major career‑spanning comeback after a long break from big live shows.

First‑time Coachella headliner

  • This is Justin Bieber’s first time ever headlining Coachella.
  • He joins Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G as one of the main festival headliners for 2026.

Back‑to‑back album releases

Before Coachella, Bieber released two albums back to back: Swag and Swag II*, giving him a fresh batch of hits to mix with his classic songs.

Fans at the festival are expecting a “career‑spanning” set, meaning:

  • Older hits like BabySorry, and Love Yourself.
  • New tracks from Swag and Swag II.
  • Probably a few surprise guest appearances or mash‑ups, which Coachella is famous for.

Social media buzz and fan reactions

Reports say Bieber’s Weekend 1 performance on April 11, 2026 already broke records on Instagram and other social platforms, with huge crowds rushing to the Empire Polo Club.

By the time Weekend 2 rolls around on April 18, many fans are expecting an even tighter, more polished version of the same show, with possible tweaks to the setlist or special guests.

Full Coachella Weekend 2 Saturday schedule (April 18, 2026)

To help fans plan their day, here is the full Saturday, April 18, 2026 schedule for Coachella Weekend 2, with Justin Bieber’s time highlighted.

Coachella Stage – Saturday, April 18

  • 4:10–5:15 pm: Record Safari
  • 5:25–6:20 pm: Addison Rae
  • 7:00–7:50 pm: GIVÄ’ON
  • 9:00–10:10 pm: The Strokes
  • 11:25 pm – about 12:55 am: Justin Bieber (Headliner)

Outdoor Theatre – Saturday, April 18

  • 2:40–3:25 pm: Blondshell
  • 3:55–4:45 pm: Los Hermanos Flores
  • 5:10–6:00 pm: Alex G
  • 7:05–7:55 pm: SOMBR
  • 8:30–9:25 pm: Labrinth
  • 10:25–11:25 pm: David 

Other main stages (short highlights)

  • Mojave Tent:

    • 3:00–3:50 pm: Kacey Musgraves

    • 4:30–5:20 pm: Fujii Kaze

    • 5:50–6:35 pm: Royel Otis

    • 7:30–8:20 pm: Taemin

    • 8:55–9:45 pm: PinkPantheress

    • 10:15–11:15 pm: 

  • Sahara Tent:

    • 2:00–2:45 pm: Fundido

    • 2:50–3:50 pm: TEED

    • 4:00–4:50 pm: ZULAN

    • 5:00–5:55 pm: Hamdi

    • 6:15–7:10 pm: ¥OUSUK€ ¥UK1MAT$U

    • 8:00–8:45 pm: Nine Inch Noize

    • 9:15–10:10 pm: Adriatique

    • 10:35–11:35 pm: 

For any fan who wants to see Justin Bieber, the smart plan is to:

  • Stay near the Coachella Stage after The Strokes finish around 10:10 pm.
  • Grab a good spot before 11:00 pm PDT so the crowd‑surge doesn’t block the view.

Justin Bieber setlist and what to expect at Coachella 2026

No exact Weekend 2 setlist is published yet, but by looking at videos and reports from Weekend 1 (April 11, 2026), fans can get a strong idea of what Justin Bieber might perform.

Songs already seen live at Coachella 2026 (Weekend 1)

Fan‑shot videos and clips from the official Coachella YouTube channel show Bieber performing:

  • “Daisies” – A full live version went viral on YouTube after the first weekend.
  • Older hits from his early career, plus tracks from his recent Swag and Swag II albums.

Reports describe his set as emotional, energetic, and packed with fan‑favorite moments, mixing quiet, stripped‑down songs with big‑beat dance numbers.

What Weekend 2 might change

Because Weekend 2 is a repeat show, it’s common for artists to:

  • Keep the core structure of the setlist the same.
  • Add one or two surprise songs or remixes.
  • Maybe bring out a different guest artist than the first weekend.

So while the exact song order may shift, fans can still expect around 60–90 minutes of high‑energy hits, ballads, and new tracks from Justin Bieber.

Tips for watching Justin Bieber’s Coachella set from India

Since you’re in India, where the show starts after midnight on Sunday (IST), here are some easy tips to enjoy it without missing sleep or clarity:elle.

Record or watch later

  • Use YouTube’s timeline to jump directly to Justin Bieber’s set (around 11:25 pm PDT).
  • Start watching at 12:30 pm IST (April 19) and either stay up or record the stream on your device.

Use split screens or multi‑window

  • Keep the official Coachella YouTube stream open on one side of your screen.
  • On the other side, open a live chat or fan group to follow reactions in real time.

Check for official replays

Sometimes, Coachella posts full performances or highlights a few days later on its YouTube channel.

  • Search: “Justin Bieber Coachella 2026” after the weekend.
  • You can rewatch key songs like “Daisies” or any surprise tracks in higher quality than live‑stream clips.

How Coachella 2026 compares to past Bieber concerts

Justin Bieber has played many stadium tours and TV‑award shows, but Coachella 2026 is different because:

  • It’s a huge festival crowd, not just a ticketed concert.
  • The stage design and visuals are built for multiple camera angles and YouTube livestreams.
  • He’s mixing old classics and new material, which is rare for a single‑night show.

For fans who followed his Grammys 2026 performance or his earlier world tours, this festival set feels like a “greatest hits + comeback” package with a modern festival vibe.

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FAQ

Justin Bieber headlines the Coachella Stage on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 11:25 p.m. PDT.

The schedule runs April 17-19 with headliners Sabrina Carpenter on Friday, Justin Bieber on Saturday, and Karol G on Sunday. Complete times are listed above for every stage.

Yes! The entire performance streams on YouTube and the Coachella app starting at 11:25 p.m. PDT on April 18.

The Strokes, Giveon, Addison Rae, David Byrne, Interpol, PinkPantheress, Kacey Musgraves, and many more across all stages.

Mostly the same headliners, but with small changes like Kacey Musgraves added and possible tweaks to set times or guests.

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