Block Party is just one day away, and you can feel the energy on campus! Plans are being made, your group chats are alive and the excitement is real. Whether you\u2019re just stopping by or making a full day of it, here\u2019s everything you should know before you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Starting at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 24, food trucks, inflatables, activities and live music will take over the Quad for Soundcheck<\/a>, the official warm-up for Block Party. Soundcheck a fun, easy way to get into the Block Party spirit and spend some time outside before heading to the main event later that night. Student performers Envy, North Way, Passing Grade and Nancy Dunkle x Grace Ferguson will be taking the stage throughout the afternoon. And did I mention that it’s FREE?! Whether you swing by for an hour with your friends or spend the entire afternoon on the Quad, definitely make Soundcheck an item on your Block Party Day to-do list!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main event starts at 6 p.m. in the JMA Wireless Dome. This year\u2019s concert features The Driver Era, Ravyn Lenae, Snow Strippers and student DJ Spike, bringing a genre for everyone. Before heading in, remember that the JMA Dome has a clear bag policy and walkthrough metal detectors for safety. Food, drinks, giveaway items and personal cameras are also not permitted in the JMA Dome. You can find full details outlining what bags are allowed and what you can expect when going through security on the Syracuse Athletics website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Block Party<\/a> is open to Syracuse University and SUNY ESF students with a valid student I.D. Tickets are $20 and are available for online purchase<\/a>. <\/em>Students should download tickets to their phone wallets for easy entrance, as screenshots will not<\/em> be accepted. Box office staff can also help with any day-of questions that may come up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This year\u2019s lineup brings a mix of pop, R&B and EDM. Here\u2019s a little more about who\u2019s taking the stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Made up of brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch, The Driver Era<\/a> blends indie pop and rock guitar sounds. You may also recognize Ross Lynch because he started in the Disney Channel show Austin & Ally<\/em> and the Netflix original series Chilling Adventures of Sabrina<\/em>. Since then, the brother duo has built their own following with hit songs like \u201cPreacher Man,\u201d \u201cA Kiss\u201d and \u201cAfterglow.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ravyn Lenae<\/a> is known for her smooth, alternative R&B. Her style is more laid-back with tracks like \u201cLove Me Not.\u201d She recently joined Sabrina Carpenter on her \u201cShort n\u2019 Sweet<\/a>\u201d tour in 2025, opening alongside another fan-favorite artist currently making waves, Olivia Dean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Snow Strippers<\/a> are bringing electronic and hyperpop vibes to this year\u2019s lineup. The duo has collabed with stars like Lil\u2019 Uzi Vert and is known for their top song, \u201cUnder Your Spell.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Opening the show is student DJ Spike<\/a>, setting the tone with big beats and fun remixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Official Block Party Concert<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ticket Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Block Party Performers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Driver Era<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ravyn Lenae<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Snow Strippers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
DJ Spike<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Before You Go<\/h2>\n\n\n\n