On June 14, Punk Island NYC announced that they had to reduce the number of stages for their upcoming “Quinceañera” festival from five to three at the American Veteran’s Memorial Pier in Brooklyn due to circumstances out of their control. Though their stages have been reduced, Punk Island has retained 75% of their lineup, and the free event is still to be on June 18.
Punk Island is a community of punks who love music, musicians, fans, friends, and family. They aim to bring the vitality, diversity, and intensity of the NYC punk scene into the light of day. These efforts have culminated annually for the past 15 years, as free, all-ages music festivals.
While they tried to explore alternatives to allow all the bands to play, their efforts were rejected. Punk Island was forced to cut bands from the roster, all of which have been contacted. The organization is currently unable to provide specific details on the situation, but are willing to have in-person or over the phone discussions with those that may need further clarification.
None of these cuts were made lightly. We deeply apologize for this unfortunate situation. We made every effort to maintain the event in its original form, but ultimately, our influence is limited.… To the bands that were dropped from the lineup, we want to assure you that your participation is secured for next year’s event.
Punk Island NYC
Updated Roster
Apes of the State
Balcony Talk
Choked Up
Cometa Negra
Eevie Echoes
The Locations
Final Girls
For Lack of a Term
Foul Pride
Gal
Hardly Fits
His Sweatshirt
Incircles
Jekssaira
Lifers
M.A.L.A.
Mikey Erg
Monte
Moxie Pocket
Negative Raxxxx
No Call No Show
RBNX
Sheila
The Dream of When
Uncle Pizza
The festival will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information, check out Punk Island’s Linktree.