Corso Millner Group And Framework Unveil Star-Studded Lineups For Desert Nights 2026
David Guetta, Green Velvet B2B Afrojack, Mochakk, HUGEL, PAWSA, Adriatique, WhoMadeWho, Ben Sterling, Max Styler, Murda Beatz, and More to Perform at Desert Nights 2026
The Invite-Only, Experiential Nightlife Series Returns to Coachella Valley’s Illustrious ZENYARA Across Both Festival Weekend
Desert Nights 2026 will take place between Friday, April 10 to Sunday, April 12 and Friday, April 17 to Sunday, April 19 2026, once again transforming ZENYARA’s private lakeside estate into an immersive post-festival environment—blending world-class headline talent with cutting-edge production, a luxurious setting with immersive brand storytelling, and a highly sought-after guest list.
Desert Nights proudly welcomes back Dorsia, the global leader in tech-driven hospitality, as the event’s exclusive access partner for the third consecutive year. Through its proprietary global wallet technology, Dorsia powers seamless entry and hospitality experiences for guests across Desert Nights. This year, the partnership expands further with Dorsia introducing an immersive art experience on property, adding a new creative dimension to the on-site environment.
Francis Mercier @ Desert Nights 2025
Desert Nights and its sister series Rodeo Nights are the only annual events where the privately-owned ZENYARA opens its doors to outside guests, offering an exclusive opportunity to experience global stars in an intimate, ultra-luxury setting. Desert Nights’ 2026 lineup further cements this reputation with a star-studded roster across both weekends—featuring acts such as David Guetta, Green Velvet B2B Afrojack, Mochakk, PAWSA, HUGEL, Adriatique, Murda Beatz (House Set), Ben Sterling, Max Styler,Bedouin, WhoMadeWho (Hybrid DJ Set), Chloé Calliet, Deep Dish, Rossi. B2B Carlita, Kaz James (Vinyl Set), Brunello, Josh Baker, Prospa, Omar+, Riordan, and more.
“We are beyond thrilled to release the headliner lineup for Desert Nights 2026. Every year we push the boundaries with our musical programming to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience for our guests. We are extremely excited to host globally celebrated artists such as David Guetta, Green Velvet B2B Afrojack, Mochakk, and more, in such an intimate setting. With strategic partners Framework, Tao Group Hospitality, and Dorsia, we aim to once again deliver the ultimate late-night, post-festival experience.” – David Corso, Founder & CEO, Corso Millner Group (CMG)
This year’s lineup continues Desert Nights’ legacy in bringing electronic music’s most revered names to ZENYARA. Veteran performers include iconic names like RÜFÜS DU SOL, Anyma, Keinemusik, Kaytranada, Fisher, John Summit, Dom Dolla, Dixon, Damian Lazarus, Vintage Culture, and The Martinez Brothers, to name a few.
WATCH: Desert Nights 2025 recap Pictured: Anyma (Left) and LISA of BLACKPINK (Right)
Desert Nights has also been a magnet for high-profile guests drawn to ZENYARA‘s world-class atmosphere and the event’s meticulously curated music programming. Emma Roberts, LISA of BLACKPINK, Leonardo DiCaprio, Travis Kelce, Tobey Maguire, Nav, Winnie Harlow, Dave Grohl, Dom Dolla, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Shaboozey, Freddy Gibbs, Thundercat, and Ty Dolla $ign represent just a sampling of notable names who have attended Desert Nights in years past.
“When we think about how to describe this event, we’re flooded with the feedback we receive each year. From major music fans, the biggest celebrities, and performing artists themselves, the feedback is always the same – ‘There’s nothing like it,’ ‘it’s mind blowing,’ ‘I’ve never seen an event like this in such a luxurious space.’ For over 8 years, that feedback has been the same. At CMG, we are fortunate to be able to produce a lot of one of a kind experiences that push the boundaries. Out of everything we do, the culture and experience that we’ve curated with Desert Nights is the coolest thing we do.” – David Corso, Founder & CEO, Corso Millner Group
ZENYARA’s expansive 70-acre property features an immersive aquatic wonderland highlighted by an active man-made white sand beach, a front-entry moat, a boating canal with a full fleet of boats and jet skis, and a sweeping infinity-style resort pool. As guests continue to make their way through the estate, they are met with expanded sundecks, fire pits, and lavish indoor-outdoor bars woven throughout the grounds alongside dedicated lounging and recreation areas—all anchored by a main residence encircled by private guest casitas overlooking the pool.
Desert Nights’ ascension into one of the world’s most coveted cultural events has been driven by its strategic and creative engine, Corso Millner Group (CMG). Founded by David Corso, the agency has over thirty years of experience producing high-end, experiential events that fuse culture, lifestyle, and entertainment. CMG’s proven approach is exemplified by projects such as VROOM ROOM, the immersive Race Week afterparty concept with past installments in Las Vegas and Austin, and a Miami debut slated for this May.
CMG‘s desert season presence extends across some of the valley’s most celebrated brand activations, including at Coachella with the Heineken House and the acclaimed Red Bull Mirage—a 3-story, 20,000 sq ft structure featuring a Nobu omakase experience and curated table service. For Coachella 2026, CMG is also producing activations with Medicube and Gap. They are also leading Dorsia’s integration into the festival, helping add a layer of access across the desert for the leading tech-driven hospitality platform.
Corso Millner Group 2026 Desert Client Lineup
Los Angeles-based promoter Framework also plays a central role in Desert Nights‘ sustained success. Since 2013, Framework has cultivated a legacy of producing culture-defining music experiences in Southern California and beyond—owning and operating venues including Sound Nightclub and The Spotlight, and celebrated for bringing some of the world’s biggest house and techno artists to large-scale outdoor shows in unconventional spaces across LA. This past winter, Framework launched its indoor re:frame series, transforming an Atwater Village soundstage into an experiential nightclub that hosted 30,000+ attendees and sold out eight shows with John Summit, Disco Dom, The Martinez Brothers, and more.
Desert Nights 2026 welcomes an exceptional roster of brand partners whose activations are woven into the fabric of the experience. Tao Group Hospitality returns as the event’s official hospitality and nightlife partner, bringing their esteemed reputation as the global leader in luxury hospitality to every touchpoint of the evening. All guest passes and table reservations will be available exclusively through Dorsia. As the event’s official access platform, Dorsia enables members and invited guests to secure entry and premium tables through its platform, bringing a streamlined, tech-driven approach to hospitality and guest management throughout the weekend.
“Our partnership with CMG and Desert Nights is an extension of our global brand strategy to work with the best-in-class events across the globe. As we continue on our mission to guide our members to plan their entire social calendars using Dorsia, powering Desert Nights allows us to offer the most premium nightlife experience taking place during the Festival weekends.” – Marc Lotenberg, Founder & CEO, Dorsia
Patrón Tequila, the world’s #1 super-premium tequila, returns as the exclusive tequila sponsor, offering guests premium drinks in the brand’s limited-time, desert-inspired collector’s cup, available exclusively at select events during the weekend, while Rémy Martin introduces their new white spirit Rémy V and will be offering “The Rémy V Drop” across all pouring points throughout the estate. Heineken continues its cultural presence at the desert’s most coveted gatherings as a cornerstone beverage partner, and Red Bull rejoins Desert Nights as the official energy partner.
Following Desert Nights‘ two-weekend takeover, CMG and its partners return to ZENYARA for Rodeo Nights from Friday, April 24 to Sunday, April 26 2026. Rodeo Nights is a three-night event that reimagines the Desert Nights formula through a country-western lens.
Stay tuned for the full Rodeo Nights 2026 lineup announcement dropping soon.
FULL DESERT NIGHTS 2026 LINEUP
WEEKEND 1
Friday, April 10: PAWSA, Rossi. B2B Carlita, AYYBO, Josh Baker, Deep Dish
Saturday, April 11: David Guetta, Green Velvet B2B Afrojack, Kaz James (Vinyl Set), Brunello
Sunday, April 12: Adriatique, WhoMadeWho (Hybrid DJ Set), Bedouin, Ben Sterling, Omar+, Le Yora
WEEKEND 2
Friday, April 17: Ben Sterling, Josh Baker, Max Styler, Prospa, Arodes, Alisha,
ABOUT CORSO MILLNER GROUP (CMG) CMG is a strategic creative agency that consistently creates high-level experiences to solve brand challenges while further building brand recognition. With over thirty years of industry experience, CMG provides unprecedented solutions and partner alliances. Founded by David Corso in collaboration with their expert team of creators, CMG (Corso Millner Group), produces impactful marketing that delivers results and out of the box event activations year round. From strategy to design, development to production and activation to amplification, CMG continues to elevate as an industry leader and driving force behind the most buzzworthy of experiential collaborations.
ABOUT FRAMEWORK Since its inception in 2013, Framework has passionately shaped Los Angeles’ dance music scene while simultaneously curating top-shelf events around the globe. Framework has hosted over 200 artists and 1.1 million guests across more than 35 venues internationally, becoming the principal consultant, talent buyer, and event producer for businesses and brands looking to present novelty nightlife experiences to their markets. Framework’s dynamic portfolio includes Hollywood’s premier dance venue Sound Nightclub, as well as The Spotlight and LA’s newest hotspot re:frame; producing Wynn Las Vegas’ bi-annual Art Of The Wild festival; and a partnership with Goldenvoice on Coachella’s Yuma Tent, The Shrine Los Angeles, and The Fonda.
ABOUT TAO GROUP HOSPITALITY Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues, including TAO, OMNIA, Crane Club, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more. Led by Co-CEOs Noah Tepperberg and Jason Strauss, the company combines over 25 years of industry experience with innovation and creativity to set the standard for guest experiences. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors.
ABOUT DORSIA Dorsia is the Miami-based tech and hospitality startup best known for allowing its members access to the world’s most sought-after restaurant reservations and experiences. Dorsia was founded by CEO Marc Lotenberg, a seasoned entrepreneur and media executive renowned for leading innovative ventures in lifestyle and culture. Lotenberg founded 944 Magazine, acquired Surface Media, where he continues to serve as CEO, and previously acquired W Magazine from Condé Nast, later facilitating its sale to Bustle Media and a consortium of investors. Dorsia offers members the ability to access impossible reservations and exclusive cultural moments around the globe. In an age where spontaneity and access are the ultimate luxuries, Dorsia members can touch down in any destination, from global hubs to seasonal islands, and immediately unlock the best dining, member-only events, daylife, nightlife, and curated experiences. Dorsia’s mission is to transform the economy and experience of hospitality through technology.
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