Exclusive invite-only prelude to festival weekend: Louis The Child, Jonas Blue & Arlo perform at a luxurious Indio estate.
- April 26, 2026
AceShowbiz - Every April, music industry insiders and fans anticipate the second Thursday as the day to arrive in Indio, California. This year, Billboard is set to host The Arrival once again, an exclusive invite-only event that serves as a prelude to the festival weekend.
Held at a luxurious private estate in Indio, The Arrival will showcase a curated lineup of electronic music talent. Among the confirmed performers are the acclaimed duo Louis The Child, British sensation Jonas Blue, and emerging dance artist Arlo. These acts will bring a blend of their signature sounds to the event’s stage, creating a vibrant atmosphere for guests.
Louis The Child plans to perform a mix of their iconic tracks like “It’s Strange” and “Better Not,” alongside unreleased material from their forthcoming second studio album, expected later this year. Meanwhile, Jonas Blue will deliver his distinctive groovy house beats, including his anticipated 2025 hit “Edge of Desire.” Additional performers, yet to be announced, will also contribute to the evening’s entertainment.
Guests at the event can enjoy a selection of beverages and a specially crafted menu featuring late-night sandwiches and snacks provided by Jimmy John’s. To elevate the experience, the well-known supper club Mary Lou’s—recognized for locations in Palm Beach, Miami, Montauk, Aspen, and beyond—will be offering various VIP amenities during the night.
Designed to foster connections among media representatives, musicians, and entertainment tastemakers, The Arrival acts as a networking hub ahead of three major desert festival days. Previous editions have attracted high-profile attendees such as Charli XCX, Sydney Sweeney, Saweetie, Halsey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Paris Jackson, G-Eazy, and Victoria Justice, highlighting the event’s exclusive and influential nature.
This year’s gathering also benefits from generous sponsorship and support by several brands, including Skechers U.S.A., Inc, FanUp, Buldak Ramen, Bandero Tequila, Adobe, Blind Lemon Hard Lemonade, The Beast, Haku Vodka, 196 Vodka Seltzer, Voss Water, and Monster Energy. Additionally, attendees can visit a beauty pit stop curated in collaboration with ESW Beauty, PanicPanties, Fazit, and Clutch Glue.
The Arrival 2025 promises to be a highly anticipated celebration of electronic music and industry camaraderie, continuing Billboard’s tradition of hosting memorable events in the heart of the California desert.