John Summit Announces Inaugural Experts Only Festival in NYC With Star-Studded Lineup

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 02:00

Experts Only Festival plants its flag on Randall's Island this fall with two sets from Summit and a lineup featuring Kaskade b2b Cassian, Green Velvet b2b Layton Giordani, and more.

John Summit is launching his inaugural Experts Only Festival, a two-day event set to take over Randall's Island on September 20th-21st, 2025, bringing an electrifying lineup and immersive experience to New York City's dance scene.

As the city eagerly awaits a fresh and dynamic dance music experience, Experts Only Festival is stepping in to deliver just that, with high-energy performances and a lineup that includes two sets from Summit himself, as well as back-to-back shows from Kaskade B2B Cassian, Green Velvet B2B Layton Giordani, and performances by LP Giobbi, DJ Seinfeld, Kasablanca (Live), AYYBO, Enamour B2B Weska, Roddy Lima, Tini Gessler, Kamino, Weska, Eve Lauren, Lumia, Pete Tong, Tony Y Not and TEED. Additional artists will be announced as the festival approaches.

John Summit's Experts Only Festival Flyer
Experts Only Festival

The two-day event, produced in collaboration with Medium Rare, Relentless Beats, and EMW, is expected to attract over 50,000 fans. It will take place across two stages, featuring the latest in stage design and production.

The festival grounds, previously hosting Electric Zoo and Governors Ball, will be transformed into an immersive experience with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Fans can also expect a wide variety of food and beverage options, interactive brand activations, and more.

Femme House will also play a key role in the festival's programming. The nonprofit, known for its mission to support women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creatives in dance music, will be present on-site as part of its ongoing collaboration with Summit. $1 from every ticket sold will benefit Femme House's free educational and mentorship programs, adding a layer of purpose to the festival's pulse.

Also joining the weekend is LIV, the iconic nightclub brand known for its Miami and Las Vegas outposts. LIV will host its signature Skydeck experience on the festival grounds, bringing its elevated energy to Randall's Island with VIP tables and bottle service.

John Summit continues to make waves in the dance music scene, having sold out major venues such as Los Angeles' BMO Stadium and New York's Madison Square Garden, while pushing boundaries with his dynamic productions. His latest single, "Is Everybody Having Fun?," a collaboration with Gorgon City featuring Rhys from the Sticks, has already made a big splash, further cementing his position at the forefront of dance music. The Experts Only Festival blends Summit's underground roots with his global success, featuring a curated mix of iconic acts and emerging talent. From major festival headliner sets like Coachella to intimate, genre-defying performances, Summit is set to deliver a cultural moment in New York City this fall.

Tickets for Experts Only Festival will go on sale Friday, July 11th, 2025, at 10 AM ET, with a pre-sale registration available starting today. General admission tickets start at $119.99, VIP tickets start at $299.99, and platinum tickets start at $799.99, with single-day tickets available as well. You can sign up to learn more here.