Justin Bieber brings son Jack Blues to Coachella Valley ahead of 2026 festival headlining
The pop star, his wife Hailey Bieber, and their 1-year-old son were photographed at the Southern California venue as organizers confirm Bieber's two-night slot.
Justin Bieber brought his son, Jack Blues, to Coachella Valley on Monday, signaling his return to the festival circuit ahead of a headlining slot at the 2026 Coachella festival. Photos shared to his Instagram show the 31-year-old singer strolling the grounds with Hailey Bieber and their 1-year-old son as the family explored the Southern California venue.
In one image, Bieber is seen holding Jack in one arm while gazing down at the grass, and a second snap shows the couple walking hand in hand with their son toward the festival site. Bieber wore a black shirt with the words “pray for me” on the back, paired with cargo shorts and rubber slides, while Hailey, 28, kept a simple white tank top with baggy blue jeans. Their son appeared relaxed in a diaper and pink top as the family moved through the grounds.
Last week, Coachella organizers announced that Bieber would headline the 2026 festival alongside Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G. Multiple reports described the payday for the two-day gig as seven figures, with sources claiming Bieber could earn about $10 million in total. An insider told Rolling Stone that the deal was groundbreaking for a headliner and noted Bieber negotiated directly with the festival’s promoter, Goldenvoice, without an agent. He is slated to perform on April 11 and 18, with estimates of around $5 million per weekend.
Between the festival booking and the success of his album Swag, industry observers say the move signals a new era in which Bieber is more in control of his schedule and creative direction. A recent update from the camp suggested the arrangement reflects a broader push to reassert his voice in the music industry after a period away from the spotlight.
Justin and Hailey welcomed Jack Blues in August 2024, having renewed their vows last May while Hailey was pregnant with their first child. The couple has since been navigating the pressures of parenthood and public life, with Us Weekly reporting that marriage work remains ongoing but that they are in a much better place.
The public-facing update comes as Bieber has been part of a broader musical comeback, releasing new material and stepping back into the touring spotlight after focusing on personal health and well-being. His recent projects, including new album releases Swag and Swag II, have explored themes of love, resilience, and reconciliation, mirroring his ongoing life changes with Hailey and Jack.Industry observers emphasize that Bieber’s return to a marquee festival slot underscores the evolving strategy for his career—one that leans into high-profile performances, fan engagement, and a more autonomous path through the industry.
As Bieber plots a two-weekend Coachella appearance in 2026, fans will be watching not only the music but the personal narrative surrounding the pop star’s latest chapter. Whether the family accompanies him on future festival runs or at other high-profile events remains to be seen, but the early signs suggest Bieber is leaning into a period of renewed visibility, creative output, and a public life that centers on both his professional ambitions and his growth as a husband and father.