The 2026 Stagecoach Festival lineup has been officially revealed, with Lainey Wilson, Post Malone, and Cody Johnson headlining the three-day country music event set for April 24–26 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. The festival, produced by Goldenvoice, promises one of its most genre-spanning editions yet, blending traditional country with rock, hip-hop, and pop-soul influences.
As per Variety, Stacy Vee, Executive Vice President of Goldenvoice, highlighted the uniqueness of this year’s headliners — none of whom have previously topped the bill, despite earlier performances in supporting roles. “Although it will be their first time headlining, they are certainly all headliners we have been talking to for a long time,” Vee said, noting the trio represents a wide spectrum of modern country sounds and crossover appeal.
Wilson, already a CMA Entertainer of the Year and tied for the most 2025 nominations with Ella Langley, has seen her star rise rapidly through award wins, television appearances, and advocacy for women in country music. Johnson, a returning Stagecoach performer, makes his debut as a headliner after previous performances on the festival's smaller stages. Meanwhile, Post Malone’s evolution into country continues following a well-received 2022 Stagecoach set and recent genre-specific projects.
Beyond the headliners, the 2026 lineup reflects a deliberate expansion into other musical territories. Country newcomers like Bailey Zimmerman, Ella Langley, and Riley Green join veterans such as Brooks & Dunn, Wynonna Judd, and Lyle Lovett. Rock legends Journey, Counting Crows, Bush, and Third Eye Blind also make appearances, along with Hootie & the Blowfish, fronted by country mainstay Darius Rucker.
The festival will also feature genre-blending acts like pop-soul singer Teddy Swims, rapper BigXthaPlug, and entertainers like Ludacris and Pitbull. Vee explained that Stagecoach continues to book rock and non-country acts due to strong audience response, citing last year's Goo Goo Dolls performance as a turning point for increased '90s alt-rock bookings.
Passes for Stagecoach 2026 go on sale October 2 at 11 a.m. PT via stagecoachfestival.com. With previous years selling out quickly, fans are encouraged to act fast. As in recent years, Amazon Music will stream the event, allowing viewers to enjoy Stagecoach from home.
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