It’s finally summer in New York City, and that means things are heating up on and off stage. Magic was in the air as Gov Ball returned to the borough from Friday, June 5, to Sunday, June 7. The incredible performers and upbeat crowd electrified Flushing Meadows-Corona Park over the memorable three days, setting the gold standard for the festival season ahead.

Music was the name of the game. From a truly stunning performance from Absolutely to the passion and stage presence of Confidence Man, there was something for everyone on Friday. Other standout performances from the first day included The Dare, Katseye, Audrey Hobert, and Pierce The Veil. Fans in the crowd made sure to keep their energy levels up by sipping on special Malibu Pink cocktails.

An incoming storm could not stop the immaculate vibes at the Governors Ball on Saturday. The artists who performed gave their heart and soul to their dedicated fans, who kept the groovy vibes going from dusk till dawn. Jade LeMac made sure to start Gov Ball just right by bringing her stylish presence to the stage for an early crowd who came out specifically to see her.  The dance party went on all day as Mazor Lazer and Midnight Generation kept the crowd bumping, rain or shine. Flowerovlove also showed the world why she is the real deal and will be a megastar for decades. Day 2 of the festival saw K-Pop idols Stray Kids headline with an explosive set that could not be missed.

A passing thunderstorm could not (and would not) stop the passion from the performers on stage, and the raw excitement from the phenomenal crowd who made this year’s last day of Gov Ball one for the books. The festival saw Slayyyter crush it on stage with a set that will keep everyone talking for years to come. Her fanbase came out and represented hard. Between Friends got everyone in the mood to bounce, Jennie lit up the main stage, and A$AP Rocky made a grand entrance for a headlining set that saw smoke, fire, and white t-shirts being thrown in the air.

Looking to relive all of the thrills from The Governors Ball? Don’t fret. The Queens Gazette has you covered. Here are the photos that tell the story of Gov Ball 2026. Sit back, relax, and blast your favorite tunes loud and proud while browsing through the photographs.

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Photos Courtesy of Kyle Stevens / @ thekylestevens

Absolutely (Abby-Lynn Keen) is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Friday, June 5, 2026. Day 1 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Absolutely wowed the crowd when she sang “Elevator” on June 5.

Janet Planet (Grace Stephenson) and
Sugar Bones (Aiden Moore) of Confidence Man is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Friday, June 5, 2026. Day 1 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Confidence Man blew everyone away with a nonstop dance party on Friday.

Pierce The Veil is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Friday, June 5, 2026. Day 1 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Pierce The Veil sent the crowd in a frenzy when they took to the stage.

Jade LeMac is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Day 2 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Jade LeMac gave a showstopping performance on June 6.

A fan is seen at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Day 2 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Fans got wild for Major Lazer last Saturday.

Midnight Generation is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Day 2 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Midnight Generation delivered the disco-pop flavor in a big way.

Flowerovlove (Joyce Cisse) is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Day 2 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Flowerovlove sang her heart out and delivered a statement maker at Gov Ball.

Stray Kids are seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Day 2 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Stray Kids turned it all the way up when they headlined on Saturday.

Slayyyter (Catherine Grace Garner) is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Day 3 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Slayyyter stole the show on Sunday, which got fans rocking hard at the barricades.

Savannah Hudson of Between Friends is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Day 3 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

Between Friends made everyone jump for joy during the last day at Gov Ball.

Jennie (Jennie Kim) is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Day 3 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

K-Pop sensation Jennie made fans scream for more.

A$AP Rocky (Rakim Athelston Mayers) is seen performing at Gov Ball (The Governors Ball) on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Day 3 of the music festival took place at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park in New York City.

 A$AP Rocky closed out Gov Ball in a big way.