The world’s most iconic music festival, Coachella, kicked off its 2025 edition in signature style, drawing a star-studded crowd of celebrities, influencers, and music lovers to the sun-drenched Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
Despite traffic chaos and logistical nightmares, festivalgoers shook off the delays and brought their best energy to Day 1, which closed with a show-stopping headliner performance by Lady Gaga.
Hollywood A-Listers Take Over Coachella
From VIP parties to sponsored brand lounges, celebrities were everywhere — each bringing their unique style and presence to the desert.
- Hailey Bieber turned heads in a sleek little black dress while promoting her Rhode lip gloss line alongside Kendall Jenner, who repped her 818 Tequila brand at an exclusive desert bash.
- James Charles served a lesson in Coachella glam, pairing his bold outfit with pearl earrings, while Charli D’Amelio nailed the boho vibe with fringe, lace, and classic hippy braids.
- Dylan Efron took a breather from the heat inside the Ray-Ban Meta experience, snapping an “ab-solutely” eye-catching selfie that’s already lighting up social media.
- Festival staple Brett Rockman continued his tradition of wild style transformations, seen party-hopping across the desert in a variety of eye-popping outfits.
- Lukas Gage enjoyed a cold brew at the Heineken House, smiling for cameras, while Dylan Mulvaney turned heads in a stunning lace tunic and bikini ensemble at the YouTube+ event.
Surprise Collabs Light Up the Stages
With eight stages and hundreds of artists, Coachella is known for surprise moments — and Day 1 didn’t disappoint:
- Benson Boone stunned fans when he welcomed legendary Queen guitarist Brian May on stage.
- Travis Barker and Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) brought the energy to the Sahara tent, performing live with Three 6 Mafia.
- Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day jumped in for a high-octane collaboration with The Go-Go’s.
- And Becky G surprised fans by appearing alongside Tyla on the Outdoor Stage, delivering one of the most talked-about performances of the night.
Art Installations Take Center Stage
Aside from music and fashion, Coachella 2025 once again delivered on the visual arts front. Festival-goers were greeted by massive art installations spread throughout the fields — from towering sculptures to colorful, interactive structures that have become the festival’s signature aesthetic.
Pro tip: If you’re headed out for Days 2 or 3, don’t forget to explore the artistic side of the festival — it’s more than just photo ops; it’s immersive, inspiring, and unforgettable.
