The Experts Only Festival is returning to Randall’s Island in September.
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After a breakout debut in 2025, John Summit is bringing his highly anticipated Experts Only Festival back to New York City for a second year. The two-day electronic music event is set to take place September 19–20, 2026, at Randall’s Island Park, promising another immersive experience for dance music fans.
This week, it was announced that the initial lineup includes John Summit, GRiZ, Prospa, SUBJOHNICS, LYNY, Korolova, Taiki Nulight, Devault, Dreya V, OMRI., Partiboi69, Jackie Hollander, Dansyn, Airrica, Gabss, MADI, Soraya, Mishell, and Rohaan, with additional artists to be revealed in the coming months.
Following last year’s sold-out success, the festival has quickly established itself as a major fixture in New York’s music scene. Organizers plan to once again transform Randall’s Island into one of the city’s largest dance destinations, with Summit not only headlining but also curating the entire weekend lineup. His involvement ensures a cohesive vision that reflects his signature high-energy sound and growing influence within the global electronic music community.
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The 2026 festival also arrives on the heels of Summit’s upcoming album CTRL ESCAPE, set for release on April 15. The project is described as a reflection of the contrast between everyday routine and the electrifying freedom found in music and nightlife. That same theme is expected to carry into the festival itself, where attendees can anticipate an atmosphere centered on escape, connection, and collective energy.
Tickets for Experts Only Festival 2026 go on sale Friday, April 3, with presale access beginning at 10:00 a.m. EST, followed by general on-sale at 12:00 p.m. EST. Given the rapid sell-out of last year’s event, fans are encouraged to register early to secure their spot.
As electronic music continues to grow in popularity across New York City, the return of Experts Only Festival signals not just another concert, but a large-scale cultural moment one that blends music, community, and the shared experience of live performance into a single weekend.
For more information and to secure your spot, click the link to purchase tickets: https://www.expertsonlyfest.com