Big Bang Takes the Stage at Coachella, Announces 20th Anniversary World Tour Starting in August
by Lee Yiseul
Published 20 Apr.2026 18:06(KST)
Second Week at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Hit Songs Like “BANG BANG BANG,” “Haru Haru,” and “LIES” Spark Massive Singalongs
The group Big Bang announced the resumption of their activities for their 20th anniversary on the stage of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the largest music festival in the United States.
On April 19 (local time), Big Bang took to the Outdoor Theatre stage at Coachella in Indio, California. This marks their second week of performances, following their show on April 12.
On stage, member G-Dragon stated, “It’s Big Bang’s 20th anniversary. We’re starting again.” He added, “We’ve finished preparing a new album and plan to kick off a world tour starting this August.”
This upcoming world tour will be the group’s first in nine years since 2017. Debuting in August 2006, Big Bang is celebrating their 20th anniversary this year. Details on the tour schedule and locations are expected to be revealed at a later date.
The performance opened with “BANG BANG BANG,” followed by a series of hit songs including “FANTASTIC BABY,” “SOBER,” “A Fool of Tears,” and “LOSER.” During the performances of “Haru Haru” and “LIES,” the audience joined in a powerful singalong.
Members also showcased solo and unit stages. Taeyang performed “RINGA LINGA,” G-Dragon presented “POWER,” and Daesung sang “Daesung’s Limitless” and “Look at Me, Gwisoon.” The G-Dragon & Taeyang unit performed “GOOD BOY.” They concluded the roughly one-hour performance with “Still Life,” which was released in 2022.
Taeyang expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you for loving us for 20 years. We will repay you with great music.” Daesung also commented, “Thank you for cherishing us so that we could sing for 20 years. We will continue to be a Big Bang that brings happiness.”
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