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With the arrival of April the buzz for the biggest music festival is taking all the rounds and we can’t keep calm! Coachella is a haven for the music lovers who wants to groove at the playlists of their favorite singers while enjoying the vibrance in the air. Not just the music which fills up the air, this Californian music festival has made up a mark with its great location, sunny skies, the extravagant celebrity crowd and glammed-up Instagram moments. But over the years, this hyped music festival has turned into more than just an event for music lovers. Started off in 1993, throughout these years this festival has grown at a much bigger pace until it is now segregated into two weekends.

While the lineup for Coachella 2019 has been announced and the number of days for the festival is decreasing, we have this all-in-one guide for the first timers to know everything about the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and also know what to do around the location apart from listening to music.

Facts About Coachella Festival

  • Pearl Jam was the first band which performed in Coachella thus this grand music festival emerged in 1993 at the Empire Polo Club Grounds.
  • Since 1999, Coachella music festival happened every year except in 2000 when the organizers cancelled the event due to over-saturation of music festivals in Southern California.
  • Till 2015 the electronic music dominated the event till 41% but after this year the rock music and house music took its place.
  • Coachella festival was extended from a two day event to a three day weekend in 2007.

Details About Coachella 2019

  • Location- Indio, California, United States, Empire Polo Club
  • Dates- 1st Weekend (12-14th April), 2nd Weekend (19th-21st April)

How To Purchase The Tickets For Coachella?

Before the on-sale date arrives, make sure to select your Coachella 2019 passes to avoid any last minute hassle. And also make sure to take up the add-ons while purchasing your passes.

  • Festival Passes – General Admission ($429), General Admission + Shuttle ($509), VIP ($999)
  • Camping – Car Camping ($125), Preferred Car Camping ($325)

Find the complete details for Coachella 2019 tickets here

Must Experiences At Coachella

Apart from keeping a check at the artists lineup, there is a long list of things to do in Coachella which every visitor must experience.

1. Activities Tent

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If you get bored of all the music around, then the activities tent can be a great escape. Featuring exciting games like Early bird raffle, Ping Pong, Twister, Giant Jenga and many others, this place will keep you occupied for long hours. What can be better than indulging into some enthralling activities along with grooving on the best beats.

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2. Coachella Art Studios

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Not only just the music is here to entertain, but the people having an artsy side can explore the euphoria of craft world which will lift up the entire Coachella experience. Ideate new fashion accessories, wire wrap new jewels and many more. These art studios will bring out that hidden Picasso in you while you attend this electrifying event.

3. The Dome

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Groove under the magnificent dance dome just as the sun sets down. The dome dance party is followed by a silent dance party which is an incredible experience one cannot miss. With the lights glaring up and the music buzzing in the air, Coachella is incomplete without the dome dance.

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4. Ferris Wheel

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And while the fun doesn’t just ends around the stage, the Ferris wheel is there to give a panoramic view of the desert and the entire Coachella valley in California. Take a ride of this and enjoy the thrill of getting an aerial view of the entire location.

5. Field Of Dreams

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Get all geared up because this music festival has something more in its pocket. The Field of Dreams brings a chance to indulge into some exciting and fun games. And the best thing is all this fun can be enjoyed without paying a penny. So if games like foosball, relay race and hungry humans excites you, then this place cannot be missed at any chance.

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Sustainability Program At Coachella

1. Donation Centers: Spread happiness

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From blankets, pillows, lawn chairs to the camping tents, the donation centers set up at Coachella accept everything which are not for any use. These donated items are given to Galilee Center in Coachella valley.

2. Carpoolchella: Share And Enjoy

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An initiative by Global Inheritance, Carpoolchella focuses and encourages people to share their cars to commute. And the deal doesn’t end here, because the visitors who took up carpooling can win a VIP pass for life.

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3. Recycled Bottles: Stay Hydrated

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This event not only focuses on the vibrant music concerts, but also encourages its visitors to bring a reusable bottle and avoid bringing bottles made up of metal, glass or aluminium. So, while you plan to visit this place make sure you go all eco-friendly.

4. Poster Studio: Art With A Cause

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Bring out your ideas in the form of powerful posters only at this poster studio while at the Coachella music festival. There are professional artists at the event who give shape to the ideas related to social and environmental cause.

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Where To Stay

1. Campsite

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Staying at Coachella’s campsite ground is an amazing experience to be taken which can be booked while buying the tickets. But due to its popularity, there is a chance that it may get sold out very fast.

2. Hotels

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Taking a room at the hotel is another option the visitors have in case they miss out on the chance of booking the campground. There are many hotels which are located at the Greater Spring Palms area available at varied ranges. Keeping the comfort of getting in and out of the festival, visitors can pick their own home for the weekend.

Tips For Coachella

  • Drink plenty of water as there are chances that you might get dehydrated after dancing and drinking under the sun for long hours.
  • Carry a sunblock or sunscreen to protect your skin from getting tanned under the sun.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes as one has to be on their toes for 13 hours continuous and don’t forget to carry something warm for the night.
  • Leave for the event early in the morning to avoid the traffic around the Polo Fields.

Coachella 2019: The Lineup

And just to heat up your excitement, here is the lineup of artists performing at Coachella 2019.


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We are sure that all the music lovers must be going crazy after knowing about Coachella 2019. Isn’t it? Get ready to groove at this amazing annual music festival which brings along all the music fiestas, faces from the glam world and party lovers under one roof. So, if a USA holiday is on your mind, then make sure to be a part of this extravagant event of the year in the country!

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