Every year, thousands of celebrities, influencers, and festival-goers flock to the Empire Polo Club grounds in Indio, California, for the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. The 2026 Coachella lineup dropped last night, and as always, the list is filled with A-list talent and rising stars. It also came with major news that Karol G will be the first Latina to ever headline the festival, taking the stage on Sunday. Sabrina Carpenter (Friday) and Justin Bieber (Saturday) will also be headlining. But Karol G isn’t the only Latino act. While there can always be more, check out the rest of the artists representing la cultura below.
Friday
Cachirula & Loojan: Julieta García, aka Cachirula, is a DJ and reggaetonera from Mexico City. Loojan is also from Mexico City and known for his Latin and Reggaeton sounds. Together, they have released some bangers that represent the rising perreo genre in Mexico. They’re going to be a high-energy set you don’t want to miss.
Gordo: Gordo is a Guatemalan-American DJ and producer, formerly known as Carnage. He’s one of the most in-demand names in house and electronic music and plays at festivals all around the world.
Jessica Brankka: Jessica Brankka is a Brazilian DJ and producer known for her global sound blending indie-house, melodic techno, and more.
Saturday
Addison Rae: Although it does not seem like Addison Rae has opened up about her Latinidad, her dad, Monty Lopez, has Mexican roots.
Luisa Sonza: Brazilian pop star Luisa Sonza is known for her global collaborations and fun sounds, mixing funk, pop, and reggaetón.
Los Hermanos Flores: Los Hermanos Flores are a legendary Salvadoran cumbia group. They’ve been active since the 1960s and are pioneers of Central American tropical music. If you want to watch a piece of history, catch their set and get ready to dance.
Sunday
Karol G: Colombian global superstar Karol G is making history as the first Latina headliner. It’s not her first time performing at the festival; she took the stage for the first time in 2022.
Mochakk: Pedro Luis Nunes Maia, aka Mochakk, is a Brazilian DJ and producer. His funky, high-energy sounds have taken him all around the world.
Gigi Perez: Gigi Perez is a Mexican-American indie-pop singer-songwriter. She blends dreamy vocals with alternative sounds and has a powerful, ethereal sound. The guitarist and singer took the stage at Lollapalooza earlier this year and is proving to be a force on the stage.
Los Retros: Mexican-American musician Mauri Tapia, aka Los Retros, is known for his nostalgic, lo-fi sound inspired by ‘70s Latin pop and soft rock. He’s had viral hits that have racked up millions of views.
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