Martin Garrix is bringing the Americas Tour to Barclays Center on Friday, June 12, with showtime at 8:00 PM ET. If you’ve got tickets, you’re locked in for one of the biggest electronic sets of the summer. Here’s everything you need to know before you head out.
Getting There: Plan Around the Storms
Friday’s forecast calls for a high near 88°F, but the afternoon turns unsettled — the National Weather Service puts a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms arriving after 2:00 PM ET, with winds from the southwest at 5 to 13 mph. That means active weather could still be pushing through Brooklyn right around your commute to the arena.
If you’re driving, budget extra time for slower traffic and wet roads. If you’re taking the subway, you’re in better shape — the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center station puts you steps from the entrance, minimizing your exposure to whatever is falling outside. Either way, leave early. Once you’re through the doors, the weather is completely irrelevant.
Rep the Fandom
Garrix shows are a full-on visual experience, and the crowd dresses the part. Pick up a Martin Garrix t-shirt or a Martin Garrix hoodie before the show — the hoodie is a smart call regardless of the outdoor heat, since Barclays Center’s AC runs cold during a packed arena event. A Martin Garrix hat rounds out the look.
Don’t skip the concert ear plugs high fidelity either. EDM at arena volume is intense, and high-fidelity plugs reduce the decibels without washing out the mix — you’ll actually hear the drop more cleanly, and you won’t spend Saturday with ringing ears.
Practical Tips
- Arrive early: Security lines for major shows at Barclays Center can stretch. Aim to get there 60–75 minutes before showtime.
- Transit beats driving: The arena sits directly above the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center station, which serves multiple subway lines and the Long Island Rail Road — especially valuable on a rainy Friday night.
- Check the bag policy: Barclays Center enforces size restrictions on bags; verify the current rules on their website before you leave home.
- Bring your ID: Required for will-call ticket pickup.
After the show, a Martin Garrix poster makes for a solid keepsake. This tour doesn’t come around every year — worth commemorating.