Coachella 2025 Weekend 2 – Your Saturday Guide: Who Delivered, Who Disappointed, and Who You Shouldn’t Miss

If you're heading into Sunday of Weekend 2, here’s your final cheat sheet. From Megan Thee Stallion’s show-stealing performance to Post Malone’s forgettable headlining set, Day 3 had some serious highs and some major lows. Whether you're a dance tent regular or a main stage loyalist, here's everything you need to know to close the weekend right.

Must-See Sets (Plan your day around these)

Megan Thee Stallion — 8:35 PM, Coachella Stage

Genre: Rap

Set Length: 50 minutes

Why Go: Megan brought the kind of energy and star power that screamed "headliner." From explosive choreography to politically powerful guest moments, she gave us a reminder of what a main stage rap performance should be.

Highlights: Surprise appearances by Queen Latifah ("U.N.I.T.Y."), Ciara ("Goodies/Roc Steady"), and Victoria Monét ("On My Mama"). Megan closed with "Savage," and even after the mic cut out near the end, she kept going. Icon behavior.

Don’t Miss If: You want to dance, rap every word, and leave it all out on the polo field.

Shaboozey — 3:05 PM, Coachella Stage

Genre: Country / Hip-Hop / Rock

Set Length: 45 minutes

Why Go: Shaboozey's genre-fusion sound was a breath of fresh air. With emotional moments and upbeat singalongs, this was one of Sunday’s most joyful and surprising sets.

Highlights: Noah Cyrus joined for "My Fault." The set ended with "A Bar Song (Tipsy)," a certified festival anthem.

Don’t Miss If: You’re into country crossovers, or just want a feel-good, live band set that hits emotionally.

Jennie — 7:45 PM, Outdoor Theatre

Genre: K-pop / R&B

Set Length: 45 minutes

Why Go: Jennie stepped out of Blackpink’s shadow with a gorgeously diverse solo show. Blending R&B, club, and soul, her live band and confident vocals made this one of the most musically rewarding K-pop sets Coachella’s seen.

Highlights: Kali Uchis joined for “Damn Right,” and Jennie closed strong with “Like Jennie” and the ravey “Starlight.” It was genre-spanning, expressive, and visually stylish. The full package.

Ty Dolla $ign — 9:35 PM, Sahara Stage

Genre: R&B / Hip-Hop

Set Length: 45 minutes

Why Go: Celebrating his 43rd birthday, Ty turned his set into a tribute to his incarcerated brother, with a stage built like a prison yard and deep emotional storytelling through music.

Highlights: Dramatic visuals, introspective moments, and a heartfelt narrative that added depth to the party vibes.

Pro Tip: This one hits you in the feels. Worth catching front to back.

Ginger Root — 7:40 PM, Sonora Tent

Genre: Indie Soul / Visual Pop

Set Length: 45 minutes

Why Go: A multimedia trip. Ginger Root delivered funky, tight musicianship layered with live-filmed visuals through analog camcorders, bringing in a character named David to add cinematic flair.

Highlights: Songs like "Loretta" and "All Night" had the packed tent dancing. One of the most creative performances of the day.

Don’t Miss If: You’re a fan of DIY aesthetics and polished indie pop.

Other Notable Sets

XG — 10:55 PM, Sahara Stage

Genre: J-pop / R&B

Review: High production value, tight choreography, and some serious vocal moments. A strong Coachella debut.

BigXthaPlug — 7:25 PM, Gobi Tent

Genre: Rap

Review: Texas energy at its finest. A breakout moment that showed he’s more than just regional buzz.

Kraftwerk — 9:25 PM, Mojave Tent

Genre: Electronic / Synth

Review: A trance-inducing masterclass. Light-up suits included. Nerdy? Sure. Legendary? Definitely.

Muni Long — 5:25 PM, Mojave Tent

Genre: R&B / Soul

Review: All gold togas, a powerful all-Black ensemble, and a surprise Amerie collab on "1 Thing." Elegant and emotional.

Skip (Or Consider Only If You’re Curious)

Post Malone — 10:25 PM, Coachella Stage

Genre: Pop / Country / Rock

Review: Despite special guests (Jelly Roll and Ed Sheeran), this set lacked pacing, energy, and cohesion. It felt like a regular show, not a Coachella headliner moment.

Verdict: Disappointing. The weakest Coachella headliner in recent memory.