If the energy on the first day of Coachella 2024 felt quiet, Saturday (April 14) came in literally and figuratively hot with daytime temperatures in the mid-90s, a lot of giddy enthusiasm and what felt like and looked like a larger crowd.
On Day 2, the masses gathered to see a dizzying number of artists, including the night’s headliner Tyler, The Creator, a reunited and exceptionally fun No Doubt, Blur, Vampire Weekend — who, to the delight and slight bewilderment of the crowd brought out Paris Hilton to play bag toss onstage during their set — and many others. The night also included its share of buzzy moments, like the surprise appearance of Billie Eilish at the festival’s Do Lab stage, where she played fans some snippets of forthcoming new racks; Olivia Rodrigo, who duetted with No Doubt and dressed as an early ’90s version of Gwen Stefani; and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spotted side stage for Bleachers, the group from Swift’s frequent producer Jack Antonoff, as well as in the crowd for her collaborator Ice Spice.
Like on Day 1, nighttime temperatures were particularly chilly, with many fans seen wearing brand-new Coachella hoodies from the merch stand to protect themselves from the desert wind. But everyone knows the best way to stay warm at Coachella is by dancing, which crowds were seen doing all day at performances throughout the sprawling festival crowds. Indeed, even a small 3.8-magnitude earthquake that happened miles from the festival on Day 2 didn’t affect any of the fun.
Below, you can find all the highlights form Saturday, with Friday’s recap also available and another daily roundup of highlights coming Sunday.
