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Experience the music, art, and magic of Coachella Valley Festival - where creativity, spirit, and style converge under the California sun!
Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate cultural phenomenon on April 19, as we celebrate the incredible Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival! Debuting in 1999, this world-renowned fine arts and music festival brings together a stunning convergence of creativity, spirit, and style under the radiant California sun. Everything about the festival - from its extraordinary array of performances, to its thought-provoking art installations, and the vibrant atmosphere that engulf the scenic Coachella Valley - contributes to an unstintingly memorable experience. So, don your best festival gear, pack your spirit of discovery, and let's get excited to dive into a world filled with rhythm, color, and boundless energy!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Festival Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival was organized by Goldenvoice, a subsidiary of AEG Live, debuting on October 9–10 with Beck, Rage Against the Machine, and Tool as the headliners.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Return of the Festival</div><div class='timeline-text'>After a hiatus in 2000 due to financial losses, the festival returned on an annual basis in April, with Jane's Addiction and Fatboy Slim headlining.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Event Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The festival expanded to a three-day event with attendance reaching 100,000 per day and performances by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Björk, and Arcade Fire.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Two Weekends Format</div><div class='timeline-text'>Coachella expanded into a two-weekend format, due to growing popularity, replicating the same lineup on two consecutive weekends.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Art and Technology Converge</div><div class='timeline-text'>The festival made headlines with a virtual reality mobile app, providing a groundbreaking festival experience with virtual 360-degree panoramas of previous festivals.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Standout Performances</div><div class='timeline-text'>Coachella hit an all-time high with record-shattering performances from Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, and Tame Impala, further embedding its reputation as a global leading music festival.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Design your own festival outfit</h3><p class='facts-text'>In honor of the festival's vibrant atmosphere, why not get creative with your dress code? Pull out your crafting tools and get to work designing your own festival outfit. Think bold colors, fun patterns, and don't forget those essential accessories - sun hat, sunglasses, and a water bottle carrier.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a pre-festival listening party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a Coachella-themed listening party. Curate a playlist of the year's line-up and take turns guessing who the artists are. You can even make it into a competition for some extra fun.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create your own home festival</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you can't make it to the desert, bring the festival to you. Set up a tent in your backyard, play some music, and decorate your outdoor space with fairy lights and colorful banners.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Try out festival food recipes</h3><p class='facts-text'>Coachella is known for its unique food vendors. Celebrate by making your own version of festival food at home. From pulled pork sliders to acai bowls, there are many fun dishes to try out.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Do an artist deep-dive</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take one of the artists from the festival line-up and go on a deep dive into their work. Listen to their full discography, watch interviews, and read about their journey to fame. Going deep into an artist's portfolio will make you appreciate their music even more at the festival.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>The Live Music Experience</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's nothing quite like hearing your favorite songs performed live. The energy, the crowd, the music - it all comes together to make for an unforgettable experience. Plus, Coachella gives you the chance to discover new artists and genres you may not have heard before.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Artistic Inspiration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Coachella isn't just about music - art installations grace the festival grounds, making it a haven for creative inspiration. From enormous sculptures to engaging interactive exhibits, there's plenty to spark your imagination and get your artistic juices flowing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Community Spirit</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With its beautiful desert environment as the backdrop, Coachella brings people together in spirit of music, art and culture. It's a place to meet new people, bond with friends, and enjoy good vibes in a unique communal setting - making it genuinely one-of-a-kind experience.</p></div></div>
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