The Governors Ball was announced in the last week of January 2022. Also known as Gov Ball, it is an annual Music Festival held in New York City.   Starting in 2011, Gov Ball has taken place every year since in the early summer, excluding 2020 because of Covid.  In 2022, it will take place at Citi field on June, 10, to 12.  It features 4 stages and more than 70 acts by various artists.  The headliners for the festival are Kid Cudi, Halsey, and Jcole. “Gov Ball 2022 will once again serve as the kickoff to summer, returning to the event’s traditional early June dates,” said Variety.  

Along with a music lineup, there is also a food and beverage lineup.  It has not been released yet, but will be in the next few weeks.  According to last year’s food offerings, there are gluten free, vegan, and vegetation options available.  “I’m glad they have food options for everybody.” said sophomore, Jonathan Castillo.  

Kid Cudi performs on the first day of Gov Ball, June, 10. Kid Cudi is known not just for his music, but for fashion as well. With his very successful first mix-tape he caught the eye of Kanye West, and started his path on inspiring many other musicians. Other performers will follow on this day from Migos, Jack Harlow, Louis the Child, Black Pumas, Skepta, Quinn XCII, Madeon, JPEGMAFIA, Beabadoobee, Coi Leray, Channel Tres, Samia Blu Detigier, Aly & AJ, Paris Texas, Julia Wolf, Between Friends, Ulta Q, and Plastic Picnic.   

On the second day, the artist Halsey headlines. Halsey just released a new album this past January with 16 new songs. She has songs with artists like Post Malone, Juice WRLD, and BTS.  The rest of the performers on this day are Flume, Roddy Rich, Joji, Still Woozy, Ashnikko, YG, Chelsea Cutler, Tove Lo, Densel Curry, Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal), Gus D’apperton, Benee, Peach Tree Rascals, The Teskey Brothers, Valley, Almost Monday DEHD, Octavio the Dweeb, Millington.   

The last day of the festival, the headliner is J. Cole. He actually went to the local university SJU, Jcole is considered one of the most influential rappers of this generation. He released a new album last year named, “The Off-Season,” which actually went platinum. Jcole’s performance is followed by Playboi Carti, Glass Animals, Kaytranada, Clairo, Becky G, Jazmine Sullivan, 100 Gecs, Japanese Breakfast, J.I.D, Coin Soccer Mommy, Surf Curse, Duckworth Del Water Gap, Jax, Ken Car$on De’wayne, The Brummies, and Kaein Cruz.   

There are multiple ticket options available for Gov Ball.  All options other than the cabanas offer payment plans starting at $19.99.  If there is a situation with Covid or the weather, the festival may be postponed, refunds will be available, or you can transfer the ticket to be eligible for the 2023 festival.  Tickets can be purchased at the Governor’s Ball Music festival website.   General Admission is offered for a one day pass or the three day pass the festival is held.  With general admission, you can see the art installations, you will  have access to the food stands and water stations, experience the activities around the festival and watch the performances.  “I got the Early Bird GA tickets for this year’s Gov ball, I am most excited to see Surf Curse live.”  said freshman Mariela Ortez. 

Another option is the VIP option where you have access to everything in general admission with special viewing seating, free wifi, charging stations, air conditioned bathrooms, and free water.  With VIP tickets, the 1-day option and 3-day options are also available.  

 Above the VIP option are platinum tickets which offer a view directly in front of the stage, free food and drinks all throughout the festival, custom merch, a fast lane at the entrance, special shortcuts to avoid crowds, a lounge with air conditioning, bathrooms, drinks and seating.   

The last option are the cabanas which are on a tented-suite structure facing the Main Stage.  The cabanas feature the same perks from the VIP option along with staying in the suites, catering, and a drink service with waiters.  This option is only available to 25 VIP members.  “The cabana option sounds super fancy,” said junior Lester Ayala.   

To enter the festival, a full vaccination card  or a negative Covid-19 test is required to go inside.  The showing actual vaccination card, photocopy, picture or the NYC Covid safe app will be accepted.  The negative Covid test will have to be from within 3-days / 72 hours of the festival.  

The Gov Ball will be donating $25,000 to the relief for the victims of the Bronx apartment fire.  The New York Post said “ Additional donations can be made via the Bronx Fire Relief Fund.” as well.