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Festival season is in full swing, and in New York City, it’s officially Gov Ball weekend. If you’re planning to enjoy this weekend’s performances, you’ll definitely want to take a look at the Governors Ball schedule and set times up ahead before you head out.
The Governors Ball Music Festival, affectionately known as Gov Ball, has been a staple in the music scene since 2011. Initially held on Governors Island in New York City, the festival quickly became a celebration of diverse musical genres, including rock, electronic, hip-hop, indie, Americana, pop, and folk. After moving to Randall’s Island Park in 2012, Gov Ball found a long-term home there until 2019. Despite a hiatus in 2020, the festival made a strong comeback, shifting to Queens venues like Citi Field 2021 and 2022, and Flushing Meadows Corona Park in 2023. In 2024, Gov Ball will take place at Flushing Meadows for the second year in a row.
What makes Gov Ball special is its eclectic mix of artists, ensuring there’s something at the festival for everyone. No matter if you’re a die-hard fan of the headliners or eager to check out new talent on the smaller stages, the lineup never disappoints. Past lineups have featured acts like Kanye West, The Strokes, Florence + The Machine, Billie Eilish, OutKast, Tyler, The Creator, and Post Malone, and this year promises another set of impressive acts.
Beyond the music, Gov Ball offers a full festival experience with food vendors, art installations, and activities to enjoy between sets. From vegan eats to classic festival fare, the food lineup is almost as diverse as the musical one. And don’t forget to check out the photo ops scattered throughout the festival grounds, perfect for capturing the moment with friends.
Whether it’s your first time attending or you’re a seasoned festival-goer, this year’s event promises to be a highlight of the summer that you won’t want to miss. But of course, you gotta be prepared! So, gather your crew and read on ahead to check out the Gov Ball schedule and set times before you arrive.
Governors Ball 2024 takes place from Friday, June 7 to Sunday, June 9.
This year’s headliners are none other than Post Malone, The Killers, and SZA, performing Friday night, Saturday night, and Sunday night, respectively. The rest of the Gov Ball 2024 lineup is pretty great, too—this year will see over 60 other amazing artists performing all weekend long. You can catch acts like Rauw Alejandro, 21 Savage, Peso Pluma, Dominic Fike, Carly Rae Jepsen, and so many more. Check out the full Governors Ball lineup below.
If you still haven’t gotten your tickets for Gov Ball weekend yet, there are still some last-minute tickets available via Gov Ball’s website and trusted resale sites like Stub Hub and Vivid Seats, which offers $20 off of orders of $200 or more with the code SC2022—a 10 percent savings.
Festival goers have a few different ticket options to choose from this year, including GA, GA+, and VIP. The GA+ tier is back and better than ever, giving you unlimited access to the GA+ Lounge with shade, comfy seating, and air-conditioned restrooms. Plus, this tier includes exclusive bars and water refill stations. For the ultimate experience, you can go VIP. This tier comes with exclusive lounges and viewing areas at each stage, storage lockers, mobile charging units, expedited entrance, and more.
