As Weekend 2 of Coachella gets underway, new concerns are emerging about ticket scams and rapid growth in the East Valley—both highlighted in the latest Roggin Report.
Ticket confusion is hitting festivalgoers hard, with many unknowingly purchasing passes from resale sites that look like official vendors. Experts say these sites often appear at the top of search results, leading buyers to pay double or even triple the original price—sometimes for tickets that aren’t even valid.
Fantasy Springs Assistant Director of Entertainment Scott Zur says the safest move is simple: always buy directly from the venue or the artist’s official website. He warns that scammers are capitalizing on high demand, buying tickets at face value and reselling them at inflated prices.
Meanwhile, a separate conversation is growing in the East Valley over a proposed data center project in Coachella. While some see the potential for a major economic boost—estimated at up to $20 million annually—others are raising concerns about transparency and long-term environmental impacts.
Residents are questioning how the project could affect water usage, energy demand, and overall quality of life. Some argue the benefits may not directly translate into jobs or meaningful improvements for the community.
The discussions reflect a broader theme: as the Coachella Valley continues to grow, many are asking whether development is moving too fast—and whether residents are being fully informed.
From protecting your wallet during festival season to shaping the future of local communities, these issues are front and center across the Valley.
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By: Fred Roggin
April 17, 2026
