Coachella is quite expensive, with general admission tickets starting around $549 to $699 for a weekend pass depending on the year and availability. VIP passes significantly increase the cost, often starting at $1,199 to $1,399. Beyond tickets, additional expenses include shuttle passes ($150 to $200), camping passes ($160+), preferred parking ($390), and accommodations, which can range from a few hundred dollars for camping to several thousand dollars for hotels. Factoring in food, transportation, and other incidentals, the total cost to attend Coachella can range from about $2,500 for a budget experience to over $7,000 for a luxury experience per person.
Ticket Prices
- General Admission: $549 to $699 (depending on weekend and year)
- VIP Pass: $1,199 to $1,399
- Shuttle Pass: $150 to $200
- Preferred Parking: Around $390
Accommodation Costs
- Camping Passes: Starting around $160, premium up to $2,900 for camper vans
- Hotels/Airbnb: From $1,400 to over $10,000 depending on location and luxury level
Total Estimated Cost
- Budget Experience (camping, GA, food): Around $2,500 to $3,000
- Mid-range Experience (hotel, VIP, shuttle): Approximately $4,000 to $5,000
- Luxury Experience (high-end camping, VIP, hotel, extras): Over $7,000
These prices are for recent festivals and expected to be similar for the coming years, reflecting Coachella’s place as a high-profile, premium music festival.
