Coachella Weekend 2 Lineup Sparks Fan Excitement And Last-Minute Changes
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival's second weekend kicks off Friday, April 15, with a slightly adjusted lineup that has fans buzzing. Headliners Rihanna, Travis Scott, and Billie Eilish remain unchanged, but several supporting acts have been swapped due to scheduling conflicts and unexpected dropouts.
Organizers confirmed Thursday that Doja Cat will replace Megan Thee Stallion on the Sahara Stage after the latter canceled due to illness. Rising indie band Wet Leg was also added to the Outdoor Theatre lineup following their viral Weekend 1 performance. These last-minute changes come as Weekend 2 passes sold out within hours of the lineup announcement.
Social media erupted Thursday morning as festivalgoers compared set times and planned their schedules. The official Coachella app saw a 300% spike in downloads after the updated schedule went live at 9 AM PT. Many fans are particularly excited about Rihanna's Saturday night headlining slot, which will mark her first major performance since 2018.
Local businesses in Indio, California are preparing for another surge of visitors after a successful first weekend. Hotel occupancy rates remain near 95%, with some properties charging triple their standard rates. The festival is expected to bring over $700 million to the regional economy across both weekends.
Weather forecasts predict slightly cooler temperatures than Weekend 1, with highs around 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Organizers have added more shaded areas and water stations following attendee feedback. Security remains tight after several unauthorized drone sightings during the first weekend.
With over 125,000 daily attendees expected, Coachella continues to dominate spring festival conversations. The lineup changes have kept the event trending nationally as music fans debate which weekend offered the better experience. Weekend 2 traditionally features more polished performances as artists work out early technical issues.
Several surprise guests appeared during Weekend 1, including a cameo from The Weeknd during Swedish House Mafia's set. Fans are speculating about potential Weekend 2 surprises, with Drake and SZA among the rumored possibilities. The festival runs through Sunday, with livestreams available on YouTube for those unable to attend.
