Nigerian music star Ayra Starr is expanding her international footprint with an official confirmation to perform at the 2027 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California. The celebrated artist will take the stage on Sunday, April 11, and Sunday, April 18, 2027, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.
What details define her upcoming Coachella performance?
Organisers confirmed that the Beninese-born singer will perform across both weekends of the festival. Her setlist is expected to feature tracks from her third studio project, Starrgirl, including songs like "Tornado" and "Midnight in New York," alongside her well-known hits such as "Rush," "Commas," and "Heaven Baby."
Who else is performing at the festival?
Ayra Starr shares the Sunday lineup with major global acts, including headliner SZA, Victoria Monét, Jorja Smith, Becky G, and Don Toliver. The broader festival schedule, spanning April 9 to 11 and April 16 to 18, also features Dua Lipa and Tame Impala as headliners, with pop icon Madonna scheduled for a special appearance in the dance tent.
What other milestones has the artist achieved recently?
This festival booking follows a series of high-profile achievements for the singer, including a historic performance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, where she became the first African artist to headline the NFL International Games halftime show. Additionally, she has announced a 20-city Starrgirl World Tour that will span Europe and North America in early 2027 leading up to her desert festival appearance.