Everything you need to know about tickets, festival access, transportation, and your weekend at THE GRID.
Frequently Asked Questions
● Dates & Location
June 26–27, 2027, at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, minutes from New York City.
3:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
THE GRID takes place throughout Sports Illustrated Stadium, combining the open-air stadium, concourses, plaza, and select indoor experiences.
● TICKETS & ADMISSION
THE GRID offers designated General Admission stadium seating, GA Deluxe Field access, VIP experiences, and premium hospitality packages.
General Admission includes designated stadium seating based on your purchased section.
GA Deluxe Field provides standing access at field level surrounding The Core’s 360° main stage.
Standard General Admission does not include field-level access.
Ticket prices vary by seating section, access level, and release phase. Early pricing tiers offer limited inventory before subsequent price increases.
Tickets will be sold exclusively through Sports Illustrated Tickets, THE GRID’s official ticketing partner.
Join Early Access for pre-sale code, ticket announcements and release information.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges for changes in personal plans, inability to attend, or artist lineup changes.
Event cancellations or postponements are subject to official event terms and applicable law.
Yes! Tickets are transferable through Sports Illustrated Tickets, subject to event-specific transfer rules. Instructions will be provided before the festival.
● DISTRICTS & FESTIVAL ACCESS
THE GRID features five districts, each offering a different music and festival experience.
THE CORE
The 360° main stage, featuring International EDM Artists and stadium-scale production.
THE UNDERGROUND
An industrial district with its own dedicated stage, immersive production, and an up-close connection to the music.
THE CIRCUIT
Pop-up DJ sets throughout the stadium concourse, with food, drinks, viewing areas, art installations, photo ops, festival merchandise, and restrooms.
THE OVERLOOK
VIP Access Only: Boiler-room-style DJ experiences, premium hospitality with food and alcoholic beverages, and access to exclusive spaces.
THE GRIDSPACE
Plaza DJ sets, sponsorship activations, interactive experiences, photo ops, food, merchandise, and more.
Absolutely! THE GRID is designed for exploration. All ticket holders can access the public festival areas throughout the stadium, which feature DJ pop-ups, food, drinks, art, photo opportunities, and more.
Your ticket determines your viewing access at The Core. General Admission includes designated stadium seating, while GA Deluxe Field and eligible VIP tickets provide field-level access.
Select premium spaces, such as Club SI and private suites, require appropriate credentials. The Vault is invitation-only through The Grid Passport, while The Underground and Hype House have limited capacity and may be subject to entry restrictions.
An official festival map with district locations, entrances, amenities, and access information will be released before the event.
● VIP & Premium Experiences
THE GRID features several premium ticket options, including VIP Standing, VIP Deluxe Pods, Premium Pitchside Seats, select premium terraces, and private suites.
Each experience has its own access privileges and amenities. Full details will be provided with ticket sales.
VIP offers an elevated festival experience, including access to designated VIP suites, and Club SI.
Premium tickets offer upgraded viewing locations, such as Jinro Deck and The Terrace, without the additional VIP amenities or access privileges. These locations also provide close proximity to food, drink and restrooms.
The Vault remains invitation-only through GRID Passport. Stay tuned to learn more about this experience!
Yes. THE GRID offers a limited number of premium suites and field-level VIP Deluxe Pods.
For availability and premium hospitality inquiries, contact info@thegridedm.com.
The Vault is an invitation-only DJ experience inside the Audi Club.
Access is managed through GRID Passport, THE GRID’s interactive rewards program.
Guests earn points through eligible festival activities and experiences, creating opportunities to qualify for exclusive invitations.
Earning points does not guarantee entry. Capacity is limited, and selected guests receive a specific invitation.
● TRANSPORTATION, PARKING & HOTELS
THE GRID is easily accessible by car, NJ TRANSIT, and PATH train.
Sports Illustrated Stadium is located at 600 Cape May Street, Harrison, NJ, just a short walk from Harrison PATH Station.
Guests traveling by NJ TRANSIT can connect to PATH at Newark Penn Station, one stop from Harrison.
Yes! Prepaid on-site parking will be available, along with additional public parking options in Harrison and Newark.
Guests also have the option to park at participating NJ TRANSIT or PATH station parking facilities and continue to the festival by train.
Parking availability, rates, and advance purchase links will be provided before the event.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the closest major airport. Convenient train connections through Newark Penn Station bring you to Harrison PATH Station, at THE GRID.
Yes! THE GRID will feature hotel partners for guests traveling from outside the area.
Partner hotel locations, booking information, and available room offers will be announced on our website.
Designated Uber, Lyft, and rideshare pickup and drop-off instructions will be shared closer to the event.
● ENTRY & SECURITY
THE GRID is planned as an 18+ event. Valid government-issued photo identification will be required for entry, subject to the final admission policy.
Guests must be 21 or older to purchase or consume alcohol.
Yes. All guests must complete security screening upon entry.
The official permitted and prohibited items list will be published before the event.
Please review the festival guidelines before arriving.
● FOOD, BEVERAGES & HYDRATION
Yes. Food and beverage options will be offered throughout designated festival areas.
Specific vendors and dietary options will be announced closer to the event.
Yes! Water fountains are available throughout the stadium, along with bottled water for purchase at concession stands.
● Allowed & Prohibited Items
Small bags/fanny packs, empty reusable water bottles, hydration packs (empty upon entry), small cameras (non-professional), earplugs, handheld fans, and sealed vape devices [TO BE CONFIRMED].
Professional cameras/lenses, weapons of any kind, illegal substances, glass containers, outside food/beverage, large backpacks, lasers, and air horns [TO BE CONFIRMED].
● ACCESSIBILITY & SAFETY
Sports Illustrated Stadium offers accessible seating, pathways, and restrooms.
Event-specific accessibility information and accommodation procedures will be provided before the festival.
Yes. Medical personnel and first aid resources will be available throughout festival hours.
Medical station locations will be identified on the official event map.
● WEATHER & GUEST SERVICES
THE GRID is planned as an outdoor stadium event.
Weather-related decisions will follow venue safety protocols.
Updates or schedule changes will be communicated through official festival channels.
Lost & Found locations and post-event recovery instructions will be provided in the festival guide.
Contact our team at info@thegridedm.com