John Summit is doing it again. After delivering one of the most talked about festival debuts of the year, the superstar DJ just confirmed that his Experts Only Festival will return to New York on September 19 and 20, 2026. The announcement has already sent shockwaves through the EDM world.
The first edition exploded onto Randall’s Island with more than 50,000 excited fans. It sold out quickly and proved that Summit is not only dominating the decks but also reshaping the American festival scene. Because of its success, many fans already expected a sequel, but the official confirmation still created massive hype across social media.
New York has struggled to keep large scale EDM festivals alive in recent years. However, Summit is filling that gap with confidence. The 2025 lineup featured huge names like Green Velvet, Kasablanca and Layton Giordani, while Summit himself performed twice across the two day event. As a result, Experts Only instantly became a standout festival for North America.
The festival takes its name from Summit’s own Experts Only label, which EDM.com crowned the best record label of 2024. With the fall of Electric Zoo leaving a major vacuum in the local festival landscape, Experts Only has stepped in at the perfect moment. Furthermore, the event is backed by top tier production teams including Medium Rare, Relentless Beats and EMW. According to the official press release, the 2026 edition will return with a larger footprint and upgraded production elements.
Although the new lineup remains a mystery for now, there is good news for loyal fans. Everyone who attended in 2025 will receive first access to 2026 tickets through an exclusive loyalty presale starting November 25 at 12pm ET. This move not only rewards returning fans but also builds excitement for what could become one of New York’s most successful annual EDM events.
Conclusion
John Summit’s Experts Only Festival is quickly becoming a powerhouse event in New York. With its massive debut, loyal fanbase and strategic timing, the 2026 edition is already shaping up to be bigger, louder and even more unforgettable. If this momentum continues, Experts Only may soon dominate the city’s festival scene.