Stagecoach Festival has unveiled its massive 2026 lineup, promising another unforgettable weekend of country music and beyond under the desert skies of Indio, California. Taking place April 24-26 at the Empire Polo Club, the festival will feature headline sets from Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Post Malone, each returning to the event on bigger stages than before.
Joining the headliners is a stacked roster of artists across genres and generations. Bailey Zimmerman, Riley Green, Brooks & Dunn, Ella Langley, Red Clay Strays, Warren Zeiders, Nate Smith, Sam Barber, Gavin Adcock, Wyatt Flores, Hudson Westbrook, and Cameron Whitcomb are among the many acts confirmed to play. Fans can also look forward to crossover performances from Journey, Pitbull, BigXthaPlug and Counting Crows at the revived Mustang Stage, which will host exclusive after-dark sets and immersive fan experiences.
The lineup announcement, first revealed on SiriusXM’s The Highway, included excitement from this year’s headliners. Cody Johnson reflected on his journey from the smaller stages to the Mane Stage, while Lainey Wilson called her headlining slot a “career highlight.” Post Malone also shared his enthusiasm after debuting at Stagecoach in 2024, while Diplo confirmed the return of his ever-popular HonkyTonk party. Other performers like Pitbull, Bailey Zimmerman, and BigXthaPlug added to the buzz, celebrating their return or debut on one of country’s biggest platforms.
The 2026 festival will also feature unique experiences beyond the music. The winner of CBS’s new competition series “The Road,” judged by Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, and Gretchen Wilson, will earn a prime slot on the Mane Stage alongside a recording contract and cash prize. Whiskey Jam, Nashville’s renowned live music showcase, will curate late-night sets on the Palomino Stage, adding fresh energy to the festival grounds. Festival staples will return too, including Guy Fieri’s Stagecoach Smokehouse, offering BBQ and cooking demos, and Amazon Music’s exclusive livestream of performances on Twitch, Prime Video, and the Amazon Music app.
Stagecoach 2026 passes go on sale Thursday, October 2 at 11 a.m. PT at stagecoachfestival.com. With a lineup blending modern country hitmakers, rock legends, rising stars, and genre-bending acts, the festival looks set to deliver one of its most dynamic editions yet.
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