John Summit’s Experts Only Festival is raising the stakes for its second year in New York City, announcing another round of artists and giving fans a closer look at the new attractions that will take over Randall’s Island this September.
Set for Sept. 19-20, the two-day electronic music festival returns after a breakout inaugural event in 2025, bringing an expanded lineup, new stage concepts, and upgraded fan experiences as organizers look to build on last year’s success.
The latest artist announcement adds Max Styler b2b Adam Ten, Will Clarke, Broken Hill, Innellea b2b Korolova, No Static, and rSun to a lineup already featuring John Summit, GRiZ, SUBJOHNICS (John Summit b2b Subtronics), Prospa, LYNY, Taiki Nulight, Devault, Jackie Hollander, Airrica, Partiboi69, and dozens of other electronic music acts.
Along with the new additions, organizers shared more details about the Festival’s three performance spaces, each designed to offer fans a different atmosphere throughout the weekend.
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The Main Stage will remain the centerpiece of the Festival, pairing Summit’s headline performances with large-scale production, immersive visuals, and some of the weekend’s biggest dance music acts. A new VIP option, the LIV Stage Experience, will place guests beside the DJ booth, offering premium viewing, dedicated lounges, expedited entry, and table service throughout the event.
Elsewhere on the grounds, Mirror Field will spotlight a mix of emerging and established artists in a setting surrounded by interactive art installations and experiential activations, creating a different vibe from the Festival’s main stage.
Fans looking for something more intimate can head to the Pwemium Lounge, a smaller stage inspired by the viral “Pwemium” meme. The space will feature curated indie dance performances, immersive artwork, and a more laid-back environment compared to the Festival’s larger stages.
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Organizers also teased a weekend packed with exclusive back-to-back performances, sunset sets, and surprise appearances, with collaborations including Max Styler b2b Adam Ten, Innellea b2b Korolova, and SUBJOHNICS expected to be among the Festival’s highlights.
Experts Only Festival debuted in 2025, drawing more than 50,000 attendees and helping to reestablish Randall’s Island as a destination for large-scale electronic music events. The inaugural edition featured performances from John Summit, Kaskade b2b Cassian, Green Velvet b2b Layton Giordani, LP Giobbi, Pete Tong, and more.
With another expanded lineup and a greater emphasis on immersive experiences, this year’s Festival aims to deliver more than just back-to-back DJ sets, creating a weekend that blends music, art, and interactive entertainment.
Weekend passes are available now, while single-day tickets go on sale Friday, July 31, at noon ET. Cash App Visa Card holders will have access to a 24-hour presale beginning the day before.
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