Dua Lipa, Tame Impala and SZA to headline Coachella 2027 in California

Coachella has announced its 2027 lineup. Dua Lipa, Tame Impala and SZA are the headliners, according to BBC News, The Guardian and the Associated Press.

The festival will take place in California over two weekends: 9-11 April and 16-18 April 2027. The Guardian reports it will be held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.

BBC News and The Guardian both describe Dua Lipa as the first British female solo artist to headline Coachella. The reports do not say whether this description comes from the festival or from the outlets' own assessment.

According to BBC News, Dua Lipa tops the Friday bill on both weekends, Tame Impala headlines the Saturday shows and SZA closes both Sundays. BBC News also reports that more than 100,000 fans are expected each day. It does not name the source of that estimate.

Tickets go on sale on Friday 13 November 2026. The Guardian gives the time as 12pm Pacific time. The reports do not include ticket prices or tiers.

Madonna returns

Madonna is on the 2027 lineup. The Guardian reports she will headline the dance tent. The reports do not say on which day or days she will perform.

She first played Coachella about two decades ago. The Guardian links that appearance to the release of her 2005 album Confessions on a Dance Floor. She released Confessions II earlier in 2026. The Guardian reports it reached number one in the US and the UK. According to BBC News, she made a surprise appearance with Sabrina Carpenter at the 2026 festival.

Other artists

Zara Larsson, Phoebe Bridgers, Robyn, Weezer and Jisoo are among the other artists booked. British acts include Jorja Smith and EsDeeKid. BBC News also lists Diljit Dosanjh, Kehlani and Chase & Status. The Guardian lists acts including Daddy Yankee, Underworld, Shygirl, Måneskin and Becky G.

Past appearances

The Guardian reports that Tame Impala headlined in 2019. It says SZA appeared as a guest during Justin Bieber's 2026 headline set, and Dua Lipa during Martin Garrix's set in 2017. According to BBC News, Dua Lipa and SZA both headlined Glastonbury in 2024.

The Guardian reports that YouTube will livestream both weekends, for the fifteenth year.

What each side says

Coachella's organisers announced the lineup. The reports do not quote them directly, or any of the headliners.

According to The Guardian, SZA teased "SZAChella" in an Instagram story earlier in the week, along with a new album and tour in 2027. The Guardian says this seemingly confirmed her booking.

Glastonbury's organisers ruled out rumours that Madonna would play their festival in 2027. The Guardian reports that Emily Eavis denied them in August.

Vocemundi reviewed only a summary of the Associated Press report.

Analysis

The lineup combines established headliners with artists who have a history at the festival. Tame Impala has headlined before, and Dua Lipa and SZA have appeared as guests. Madonna's booking follows a new album and a guest spot in 2026. The reports do not explain the organisers' reasoning, so any link between these factors and the bookings is not established. Key details remain open, including ticket prices, day-by-day schedules beyond the headliners and Madonna's performance dates. Demand on the 13 November sale may give an early signal of interest. Further announcements from the festival or the artists could clarify these points.

Produced by the Vocemundi newsroom with AI assistance.