iHeartMedia New York’s 103.5 KTU, The Beat of New York, has announced the return of Beatstock — the legendary dance music festival that defined an era. This August, the ultimate celebration of throwback tracks, freestyle, dance and pop music for two unforgettable nights of music, memories and high-energy performances on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY and Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ.
On Saturday, August 16 Beatstock ’25 night one takes place at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater with a powerhouse lineup of performances and surprise guests including Boy George, Joey McIntyre, 3rd Bass, Right Said Fred, Reel 2 Real, No Mercy, Lucas Prata, Reina, Angelo Venuto, Kim Sozzi, C+C Music Factory featuring Freedom Williams, Xaviera Gold, Janice Robinson of the original Livin’ Joy, Angelo Venuto, Rockell, George Lamond, Judy Torres, Corina, Coro, Cynthia, and Lisette Melendez, plus legendary DJ sets from Jonathan Peters, DJ Skribble, Glenn Friscia and Blazer One.
On Sunday, August 17 Beatstock ’25 heads to PNC Bank Arts Center for night two with the same party but adding to the lineup Robin S and DJ Louie DeVito.
Hosting duties will be shared by current and former 103.5 KTU personalities, including Speedy, along with Melissa Gorga, entrepreneur, author and star of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of New Jersey.”
“Beatstock was more than just a concert—it was a movement,” said Jill Kempton, Program Director for iHeartMedia New York’s 103.5 KTU. “We’re thrilled to bring that magic back to the stage this summer and reconnect with generations of fans who lived for this music.”
Presale tickets will be available from Wednesday, May 28, through Thursday, May 29. General ticket sales begin Friday, May 30, with the on-sale at 10 a.m. via www.ticketmaster.com.