A few minor schedule adjustments have been made to set times for the weekend two lineup.

Kacey Musgraves will surprise fans with a weekend two Coachella set in the Mojave Tent, slated for a 3:00–3:50 p.m. slot on Saturday, marking her first Coachella appearance since 2019.

Coachella 2026 features headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, with Musgraves adding a country/Americana influence to the festival’s sonic mix.

This performance kicks off ahead of her seventh studio album, Middle of Nowhere, due May 1, 2026 via Lost Highway Records, whose lead single is Dry Spell.

Middle of Nowhere’s 13-song track list includes collaborations that blend country, pop, and introspective songwriter themes.

The lead single Dry Spell launched ahead of the album, with Musgraves describing the album-making period as solitary and exploratory, navigating liminal space.

A reflective quote from Musgraves highlights the creative process during the album’s creation, emphasizing solitude and liminal space.

Coachella’s official site provides lineup details and updates, including Musgraves’ weekend-two addition.

Musgraves has teased her return on Instagram, promoting Middle of Nowhere and the Dry Spell single, with collaborators and writers noted.

Social media teases reference artwork linked to Middle of Nowhere and hint at the new material she plans to perform.

Musgraves has spoken of unusual experiences, including a sighting near Nashville after a 2012 Mexico trip.

The performance is seen as a meaningful milestone for Musgraves’ artistic evolution and continued relevance.