John Summit’s powerhouse imprint and event series, Experts Only, has announced today the Phase Two lineup for its return to Randall’s Island Park on September 19–20, 2026. Following a sold-out debut that drew over fifty thousand fans, the Experts Only Festival NYC 2026 edition is doubling down with three distinct stages, expanded production, and exclusive back-to-back pairings.

While massive headlining acts like Kx5, Above & Beyond, and Lane 8 understandably draw the initial gaze to the stunning Brooklyn Army Terminal waterfront this June 19–21, the true soul of We Belong Here lives in the deeper layers of its curation. True to its founding ethos of prioritizing pure musical authenticity and intimate dance floors over commercial festival gimmicks, the 2026 edition boasts an underground billing that is a masterclass in sonic depth.

As the electronic music community counts down the days until We Belong Here: Brooklyn lands at the Brooklyn Army Terminal from June 19–21, 2026, anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. With a monumental lineup featuring massive heavyweights like Kaskade & deadmau5 with Kx5, Lane 8 B2B Sultan + Shepard, Eli Brown, and Above & Beyond, the weekend promises to be unforgettable.

As dance music culture commands massive stadium spectacles and endless walls of blinding LED screens, an understated revolution is quietly reshaping how we gather. This June, the globally revered We Belong Here experience makes its highly anticipated return home to New York, claiming the iconic, sweeping waterfront of the Brooklyn Army Terminal. Stripping away the claustrophobic congestion of modern clubbing and heavy mainstage pretense, the three-day curated gathering positions intimacy, spatial freedom, and musical authenticity at its absolute nucleus.

In the fast-moving landscape of New York City’s underground nightlife, longevity is a rare currency. The dancefloor is fickle, spaces are constantly in flux, and trends flicker out as quickly as they ignite. Yet, over the last five years, one collective has managed not just to survive, but to quietly and meticulously build an empire rooted in loyalty, trust, and uncompromising sonics.

There is something inherently magical about open-air dance music in New York City. The concrete jungle steps aside, the sky opens up, and thousands of people are unified by a singular, infectious BPM. If you thought last year’s sold-out Keinemusik takeover was a once-in-a-lifetime moment, think again. The Bowery Presents has officially announced its return to Queens’ flagship venue, bringing one of the biggest names in electronic music with it. On Saturday, October 3, 2026, Australian house music titan Dom Dolla will headline a landmark, monumental outdoor show at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

There is a specific kind of magic that happens when industrial grit meets high-octane art. It’s the feeling of dancing while the BQE hums overhead and the Manhattan skyline glimmers across the creek. If you’ve spent any time in Greenpoint lately, you know that Under the K Bridge Park is the new hotspot for raving. The Bowery Presents and the North Brooklyn Parks Alliance (NBK Parks) have announced the full official 2026 Concert Series, and it’s clear they aren’t just resting on the laurels of their previous seasons. Entering its third consecutive year of programming, the "Under the K" series has evolved from a "cool new experiment" into a mandatory summer pilgrimage for music lovers.

Finally! Randall’s Island is making a comeback thanks to the DJs! First John Summit with his successful Experts Only Festival, now Zedd is bringing his ultimate ‘Zedd In The Park’ series to the East Coast. What better location than the beloved Randall’s Island?

For years, Zedd In The Park has been the ultimate "if you know, you know" event for West Coast dance music fans. Since its 2018 debut, the festival has become synonymous with Los Angeles summers, a sold-out sanctuary of high-gloss production and infectious hooks. But after a year-long hiatus and a career-defining run through 2025, Zedd is expanding. The announcement that Zedd In The Park will make its East Coast debut at Randall’s Island on August 14 and 15.

In the words of John Summit, “​New York City, how the fuck we feeling?!” because Experts Only Festival NYC 2026 is returning to Randall’s Island this September. After a seismic, sold-out debut that proved music festivals are officially alive and well in the Big Apple, John Summit and the Experts Only Festival NYC will take place on September 19–20, 2026. Also announcing the exciting phase one of the lineup.

The pulse of global dance culture is shifting, and New York City is its next major destination. In a landmark moment for the city's electronic scene, the undisputed architect of the UK Garage revival, Sammy Virji, is set to headline a massive two-night open-air showcase at the historic Brooklyn Army Terminal on July 31 and August 1, 2026.