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Coachella (officially the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival) is an annual music and arts festival held in Indio, California, at the Empire Polo Club. The festival was co-founded by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen, and the first edition was held in 1999.
It is one of the most recognized music festivals in the world, known for multi-genre lineups, large-scale art installations, and major livestream audiences. Coachella is also a major business event in live entertainment, with historical attendance and gross revenue figures frequently cited across the music industry.
This page compiles confirmed Coachella facts and historical statistics from official and reputable sources.
Coachella Quick Facts (2026)
- Official website: coachella.com
- 2026 Coachella dates: April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026
- Location: Empire Polo Club (often listed as Empire Polo Grounds), Indio, California
- Founded: 1999
- Founders: Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen
- Organizer: Goldenvoice (AEG Presents)
- 2026 passes status (at time of update): Sold out (official site lists waitlist/resale options)
- Official app / festival info: Festival Info and YouTube Livestream
Answer Box: What is Coachella?
Coachella is an annual music and arts festival in Indio, California, held over two weekends in April. It features major headliners, emerging artists, art installations, food vendors, and a large global livestream audience, and is organized by Goldenvoice.
Key Coachella Statistics
| Metric | Value | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coachella dates | April 10–12 and April 17–19 | 2026 | Coachella official site |
| Attendance (per weekend) | 125,000 people per weekend | 2017 | Billboard |
| Festival gross revenue | $114 million | 2017 | GRAMMY.com |
| Weekend 1 livestream viewers on YouTube | 82 million | 2019 | YouTube / Google Blog |
| Coachella livestream viewers | 41 million | 2018 | Los Angeles Times |
| Beyoncé 2018 livestream peak concurrent viewers | 458,000 simultaneous global viewers | 2018 | GRAMMY.com |
Coachella Attendance Statistics
Coachella attendance has grown significantly since the festival’s launch in 1999. The figures below reflect selected reported totals and per-weekend attendance milestones.
- 2017: 125,000 people per weekend
- 2016: 99,000 people per weekend
- 2004: 120,000 people total
- 1999: 37,000 people total
Coachella Revenue Statistics (Selected Years)
Coachella has been one of the highest-grossing music festivals in the United States. Below are selected reported gross revenue figures from reputable sources.
- 2017: $114 million
- 2016: $100 million
- 2015: $84 million
- 2014: $78.3 million
- 2012: $47.3 million
- 2007: $16 million
Coachella Livestream and Digital Audience Statistics
- Weekend 1 Coachella livestream viewers on YouTube (2019): 82 million
- Total Coachella livestream viewers (2018): 41 million people
- Beyoncé Coachella 2018 livestream peak concurrent audience: 458,000 simultaneous global viewers
Coachella History and Context (Quick Overview)
Coachella debuted in 1999 and has since expanded into a large-format festival held across two April weekends. It is widely cited for its influence on festival programming, artist discovery, and livestream distribution. The event is organized by Goldenvoice and takes place in Indio, California at the Empire Polo Club.
For current passes, festival planning details, and official updates, use the festival’s official pages for home, festival info, lineup, and pass/order info.
FAQ
Where is Coachella held?
Coachella is held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
When did Coachella start?
The first Coachella festival was held in 1999.
Who founded Coachella?
Coachella was founded by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen.
How many people attend Coachella?
Reported attendance varies by year and measurement method (total vs. per weekend). A commonly cited figure is 125,000 people per weekend in 2017.
What are the 2026 Coachella dates?
The official 2026 Coachella dates are April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026.
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