The Artists
2026 Lineup
Three incredible acts. One unforgettable night on Slayter Hill. More announcements dropping soon — follow @purduebyxislandparty to be the first to know.
HeadlinerTHE BRAYMORES
Alt/Folk RockHeadliner
Alternative/Folk Rock from Chicago, IL. Their debut LP "Who You'd Have Been" dropped in late 2024, receiving considerable underground buzz and cementing their position in the Chicago scene.
CARDINAL BLOOM
Indie RockSupporting Act
Indie Rock from Salt Lake City — one of the birthplaces of the modern Indie Rock genre. Their debut album "The Only Place I've Ever Known" encapsulates the nostalgic and bittersweet feeling of better days, yet leaves you a notion there is still so much life ahead to be lived.
ARTIST TBA
Live MusicOpening Act
Kicking off the night right — opener announcement coming soon.
Full schedule & set times announced closer to the event.
Our Story
No Man Is
An Island
Island Party is an outdoor music festival at Purdue, hosted by Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX) on Slayter Hill. We're bringing live music, community, and purpose together for an unforgettable night under the open sky.
This isn't just a concert — it's a chance to make a real difference. All net proceeds go directly to Lafayette Urban Ministry (LUM), serving those in need right here in our community.
Great music, a great cause, and a night you won't forget. Join us on Slayter Hill in 2026.
3
Live Bands
1
Great Cause
1 Night
To Remember
Join Us
Get Your Tickets
Ticket pricing and on-sale dates will be announced soon. Follow our Instagram to be first in line when tickets drop.
General Admission
TBA
Full festival access on Slayter Hill. All performances, lawn access, and food vendor area.
- Access to all performances
- Lawn standing area
- Food & vendor access
- Event wristband
All ticket sales benefit our local West Lafayette charity partner. By attending, you help us make a real difference in our community.
Partners
Our Sponsors
Island Party 2026 is made possible by the generous support of our community partners. Interested in sponsoring? We'd love to have you.
Partnership Opportunities
Become a Sponsor
Sponsoring Island Party puts your brand in front of thousands of Purdue students and community members — while directly funding a meaningful local cause. Download our sponsor deck to learn more.