NYC’s Experts Only Festival Unveils Kaskade, Cassian & More
Festival season in New York City just leveled up as veteran DJ John Summit announces the full Experts Only Festival lineup, and it reads like an electronic music dream team. Here’s what you need to know.
This June 15–16 takeover at Pier 17 in the Seaport District brings headliner Kaskade back to NYC’s waterfront stage for the first time since his electric 2022 residency, according to a press release via New York Post. Grammy-nominated producer Cassian follows with his signature groove-infused sets, while summit alumni Vintage Culture, Dom Dolla and newcomer Eli & Fur round out the top-tier roster.
Sources from EDM.com confirm Summit selected acts to showcase both established stars and rising talent. House music pioneer John Summit himself will close Saturday night with a vinyl-only surprise set, as per an interview with Billboard. The second day opens with UK duo CamelPhat diving into deep basslines before midday, ensuring non-stop energy from dusk till dawn.
Ticket tiers launch May 1, starting at $99 for General Admission and $249 for VIP experiences. Early-bird packages include exclusive artist meet-and-greets, custom swag bags and priority viewing platforms. Resale monitoring by Festicket indicates GA passes are already 60% sold, underscoring the festival’s must-attend buzz.
In tandem with Dancing Astronaut coverage, festival organizers highlight immersive art installations and a pop-up retail village featuring local designers. Guests can expect curated food halls spotlighting NYC favorites like Smorgasburg vendors and craft cocktails by Death & Co’s mixologists. Sustainability remains front and center: biodegradable wristbands, water refill stations and carbon-offset partnerships aim to reduce the event’s footprint.
Safety measures adhere to CDC guidelines, with on-site medical tents staffed by volunteer paramedics and contactless entry scanners to speed up access. A zero-tolerance policy towards illicit substances will be enforced by private security and NYPD liaisons.
Beyond the headliners, rising stars such as Cloonee, LP Giobbi and Detroit’s Kyle Watson will each deliver extended sets on secondary stages. Producers like Mella Dee and Shiba San add underground flair, while live PA appearances from Channel Tres and John Summit labelmates promise unexpected collaborations. Insider buzz hints at cameo drop-ins from Diplo and Green Velvet, though no official confirmation has come from organizers.
Local residents can snag discounted Community Passes, and a portion of ticket proceeds supports NYC Music Crisis Relief—a fund offering instrument donations and emergency grants to gig workers. Summit’s vision is clear: fuse world-class beats with citywide community impact.
That’s the lowdown on Experts Only Festival 2024. Make of that what you will, but if you’re chasing one of the year’s most electrifying NYC experiences, you know where to be this June.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and New York Post, EDM.com, Billboard, Dancing Astronaut
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