Introduction to Stagecoach 2025
The 17th edition of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival is now in the rearview mirror. Our onsite photographers Will Lester and Andy Holzman selected 50 of their favorite images over the weekend ranging from campers-to-artists-to-fans and everything in between.
Highlights from the Festival
Country music fans dance and sing along as Zach Bryan performs on the Mane Stage on the opening night of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Friday, April 25, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
A country music fan chases after her wind blown cowboy hat while others hold onto theirs as strong winds hit the Empire Polo Club on the second day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio on Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Country music fans react as Whiskey Myers performs in the Palomino on the opening day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Friday, April 25, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Performances and Activities
Sammy Hagar, from Fontana, finishes off a margarita after giving samples to fans at Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse on the final day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Sunday, April 27, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Sammy Hagar, right, and Guy Fieri, left, make margaritas at Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse on the final day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Sunday, April 27, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
The Backstreet Boys perform on the final day of the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio on Sunday, April 27, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Artist Performances
Jelly Roll lets out a smile while competing in a cooking competition with Shaboozey at Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse on the second day of the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio on Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Cody Cannon of Whiskey Myers performs during the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, CA April 25, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Sierra Ferrell performs during the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, CA April 25, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Fan Reactions and Interactions
Sammy Hagar performs on the Palomino Stage on the final day of the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio on Sunday, April 27, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Lucie Johnston shows off her Stagecoach outfit during the first day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, CA April 25, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Luke Combs closes out the Stagecoach Music Festival on the Mane Stage Sunday, April 27, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Festival Experience
Grace Heefner, from Norman, Oklahoma, reacts after ringing the bell on High Striker in the Twisted Tea Yellow Can Ranch on the second day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Country music fans line dance in Monster Energy tent on the opening day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Friday, April 25, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Jaslyn Mota and Nylene Mather enjoy a drink during the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, CA April 25, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
More Performances and Activities
Ashley McBryde performs during day two of the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio on Saturday, April 26, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Bassist Andrew Carey of Treaty Oak Revival performs on the final day of the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio on Sunday, April 27, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)
Country artist Tracy Lawrence performs in the Palomino on the final day of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio on Sunday, April 27, 2025. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Conclusion
The Stagecoach Country Music Festival was a huge success, with many memorable performances and activities. The festival showcased a wide range of country music artists, from established stars to up-and-coming talent. The festival also featured a variety of activities, including line dancing, cooking competitions, and games.
FAQs
Q: When was the Stagecoach Country Music Festival held?
A: The 17th edition of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival was held from April 25-27, 2025.
Q: Where was the festival held?
A: The festival was held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
Q: Who were some of the performers at the festival?
A: Some of the performers at the festival included Zach Bryan, Whiskey Myers, Sammy Hagar, The Backstreet Boys, and Luke Combs.
Q: What activities were available at the festival?
A: The festival featured a variety of activities, including line dancing, cooking competitions, and games.
Q: How many photos were selected by the onsite photographers?
A: The onsite photographers selected 50 of their favorite images from the festival.
Originally Published: April 29, 2025 at 10:12 AM PDT
