Ayra Starr to Perform at Coachella 2027 in US
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has secured another major international milestone after being announced as one of the performers at the 2027 edition of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in the United States.
The Mavin Records singer was unveiled as part of the festival’s official lineup on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, alongside several internationally recognised music stars.
Ayra Starr is scheduled to perform on Sunday, April 11, and Sunday, April 18, 2027, during the festival’s two-weekend event at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
Reacting to the announcement, the singer expressed her excitement on social media, writing, “See you in the desert 💜.”
Her inclusion in the lineup represents another significant achievement for the Nigerian music industry, particularly as Afrobeats continues to gain recognition and attract audiences across international markets.
The 2027 Coachella lineup features an impressive collection of international performers, with American singer SZA billed as the Sunday headliner.
Other artistes scheduled to perform during the festival include Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, Madonna, Jorja Smith, Victoria Monét, Becky G, Don Toliver, Kygo, Zara Larsson, Phoebe Bridgers, Weezer and Daddy Yankee.
Ayra Starr will appear on the same Sunday programme as SZA, Jorja Smith, Victoria Monét and several other international performers.
The festival will run from April 9 to 11 and April 16 to 18, 2027, with the same general lineup spread across both weekends.
Born Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, Ayra Starr rose to prominence in 2021 after joining Mavin Records, founded by music executive Don Jazzy.
She gained widespread attention with songs such as Away, Bloody Samaritan, Rush, Sability and Commas, establishing herself as one of the leading voices of the new generation of Afrobeats artistes.
Her international profile has continued to grow through collaborations, award nominations and performances on major global platforms.
Her upcoming Coachella appearance also follows the Nigerian representation at the 2026 edition, where Davido performed.
For Ayra Starr, the booking provides another opportunity to introduce her music to a wider international audience and further strengthen her presence in the global music industry.
The 2027 edition of Coachella will take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, across two weekends.
Festival passes are scheduled to go on sale on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 12 noon Pacific Time.
The organisers have yet to announce individual performance times and stage assignments.
With excitement already building around the announcement, Ayra Starr’s appearance is expected to attract considerable attention from Nigerian music fans and Afrobeats followers around the world.
Her inclusion further highlights the growing presence of African artistes at some of the world’s biggest music festivals.
