Filipino pop sensation BINI is set to make history as the first all-Filipino girl group to perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, one of the world’s most influential and trend-setting music events. The announcement was confirmed this week, sparking a wave of excitement among fans in the Philippines and abroad.
The eight-member P-pop group, composed of Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, will take the stage at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California on April 10 and April 17, 2026, performing on both weekends of the iconic festival. They join a diverse global lineup that includes international stars such as Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G—a clear indication of how far Filipino acts have come in breaking into the global music scene.
For BINI, the Coachella invitation is the culmination of years of hard work and a steady rise to international recognition. The group, formed under ABS-CBN’s Star Hunt Academy, has steadily built its name beyond Philippine shores, propelled by their chart-topping tracks and dynamic performances. In 2025, they successfully staged their Biniverse World Tour, which brought them to fans across the US, Canada, the UK, and the Middle East, cementing their reputation as one of P-pop’s leading acts. Their recent all-English EP BINIVERSE further showcased their versatility and appeal to a wider international audience.
The milestone also comes at a time when Asian representation in global music festivals continues to grow. While Filipino artists have previously performed at Coachella—most notably singer-rapper Eyedress and indie artists with Filipino roots—BINI’s appearance marks the first time an all-Filipino girl group will share the stage with some of the biggest names in the world. Music observers note that this milestone signals a “new era” for Philippine pop, where homegrown talents are no longer confined to local stages but are steadily carving a place on the global music map.
The group shared the news with their fans, known as Blooms, through a celebratory post on social media. The announcement was immediately met with overwhelming support, with hashtags like #BINIAtCoachella and #PpopPride trending online within hours. Many fans expressed pride in seeing Filipino artists recognized on such a prestigious international platform, calling it a victory not just for BINI but for the entire P-pop movement.
Tickets for Coachella 2026 will go on sale starting September 19 (US time), corresponding to the early hours of September 20 in the Philippines. With Coachella known for drawing massive international crowds and live-streamed performances, BINI’s stage will provide a historic opportunity for the group to showcase Filipino talent before millions of global viewers.
As the countdown to April begins, fans and industry insiders alike are already marking their calendars. For BINI, Coachella 2026 is not just another stop on their growing list of international appearances—it is a cultural breakthrough that cements their place as pioneers in Philippine music history.
