John Summit's Experts Only Big Sky 2027: Your Weekend Guide

On March 13 and 14, 2027, John Summit brings Experts Only to Big Sky, Montana for two headline shows at the Big Sky Events Arena, with Lone Mountain behind the stage. It's his first time performing in Montana, and it's the only Experts Only ski weekender in the US in 2027. If you plan to make the trip, here's what you need to know: tickets, travel, and where to stay in Big Sky.

What Experts Only Big Sky Is

Experts Only is John Summit's record label and event series. It's known for parties in places you don't usually see a DJ booth: a Tennessee cave, on snow in Vail and Tahoe, and in Tulum. The 2027 ski weekenders go to two mountain towns. Big Sky is first, on March 13 and 14. Whistler, British Columbia, follows on March 20 and 21.

Summit has said he'd wanted to throw an event in Montana for a long time, and that Big Sky was an easy pick. The promised format is more than one stage: DJs and live music, plus skiing, wellness and parties around the mountain over the weekend.

The event is produced by Big Sky-based Outlaw Partners, with Lone Mountain Land Company and Big Sky Town Center as partners.

The Venue: Big Sky Events Arena

Both shows are at the Big Sky Events Arena, 450 Aspen Leaf Drive, in Big Sky Town Center. It's an outdoor venue that holds up to 5,000 people. For 15 years it has hosted events like the Big Sky PBR and the Wildlands Festival. Restaurants, shops and lodging are a short walk away in Town Center.

Plan for the cold. It's an outdoor show in the Montana mountains in mid-March, so dress for a long night outside, not for a club.

Tickets: GA, VIP and VVIP

Formats: Single-day tickets and 2-Day Passes.
General Admission: First-come, first-served standing room and bleacher seating, plus the GA bars and food trucks.
VIP: A heated, covered tent, VIP-only bars and lounges, fast-lane merchandise access, and the same standing and bleacher access.
VVIP: Everything in VIP plus on-stage access. Quantities are limited.
On-sale: The early access presale opened Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 10 a.m. MT. Public on-sale begins Wednesday, November 11, at 10 a.m. MT. Organizers expect it to sell out.

A few rules worth knowing before you buy:

21+ only. IDs are checked at the gate, so bring a valid photo ID both nights.
Food and drinks are not included in any ticket tier.
Buy official tickets only. Tickets from third-party resellers will not be honored.

Tickets and presale details are on the official site, expertsonlybigsky.com.

Getting to Big Sky

Most visitors fly into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN). From there it's about an hour by car: south on US-191 through Gallatin Canyon, then onto MT-64 (Lone Mountain Trail) into Big Sky.

March in the canyon can mean snow and ice, so:

Rent early, and ask for AWD or 4WD with winter tires. Rental cars go fast on a big weekend.
Check Montana 511 for road conditions before you leave Bozeman, and give yourself extra time.
Plan your ride home before the show. Uber and Lyft are very limited in Big Sky. Have a confirmed ride back to your lodging for both nights.
Use Skyline Transit. The local bus runs between Big Sky's lodging areas and Town Center on a winter schedule. Check the last return times before you head out.

The organizers are also planning a round-trip shuttle between Bozeman and the show, and they'll post parking, the drop-off zone and the venue map closer to the event.

Where to Stay for Experts Only Big Sky

Big Sky is small, and a weekend like this fills it. Book your lodging when you book your tickets.

LocalVR is an official lodging partner for Experts Only Big Sky. Our Big Sky vacation homes include Mountain Village condos and cabins near the lifts, Spanish Peaks townhomes, and larger homes in Meadow Village and Cascade, which work well for groups. Our local team is on hand in Big Sky, and we can set up extras like a private chef dinner or a stocked kitchen before you arrive.

A quick guide to the areas:

Meadow Village is the closest area to Town Center and the arena. It's the easiest choice if you want to get to the show and back without a long drive.
Mountain Village puts you at the base of Big Sky Resort, so you can ski during the day and take Skyline down to the show at night.
Cascade has larger residential homes that suit a group splitting one house for the weekend.
Spanish Peaks is a quieter, more private option for a weekend that feels like a retreat between the two nights.

Browse LocalVR's Big Sky homes and book direct.

Make a Weekend of It

The shows are at night, so you have the days free. Big Sky Resort's terrain sits right above Mountain Village, with Lone Mountain at 11,166 feet. A full ski day before Saturday's show and a slow Sunday morning before the second night is an easy rhythm for the weekend. Town Center has plenty of places to eat before doors open, so you won't need to drive back to your place first.

Quick Facts

What: John Summit presents Experts Only Big Sky
When: Saturday, March 13 and Sunday, March 14, 2027
Where: Big Sky Events Arena, 450 Aspen Leaf Drive, Big Sky Town Center, Montana
Age: 21+, valid photo ID required
Tickets: GA, VIP and VVIP; single-day or 2-Day Pass; official sellers only
Nearest airport: Bozeman (BZN), about an hour away
Lodging: LocalVR Big Sky vacation homes, an official lodging partner

Event details can change. Check expertsonlybigsky.com for the latest on the shuttle, parking and set times.

Own a home in Big Sky? See how LocalVR handles Big Sky property management.

Experts Only Big Sky FAQ

Answers from the official event guide. For the latest updates, see Know Before You Go.

When and where is Experts Only Big Sky?

Experts Only Big Sky is Saturday, March 13 and Sunday, March 14, 2027, at the Big Sky Events Arena, 450 Aspen Leaf Drive, in Big Sky Town Center, Montana. It is an outdoor venue. Gate and Will Call times have not been announced yet, so arrive early: mountain roads and security screening take time.

Is Experts Only Big Sky 21+?

Yes. Experts Only Big Sky is 21+ and IDs are checked at the entrance, so bring a valid photo ID both days. You also need a valid ID to buy alcohol at the bar.

Where can I buy tickets?

Buy only through the official ticket link at expertsonlybigsky.com. Tickets from third-party resellers are not honored. Tickets come in GA, VIP and VVIP, as single-day tickets or 2-Day Passes. Food and drinks are not included in any tier. Official Experts Only Big Sky site

Can I leave and come back in?

No. There is no re-entry once your ticket is scanned for the day. 2-Day Pass holders scan in again on each day.

What can I bring to Experts Only Big Sky?

Small purses and handheld bags (subject to screening), an empty reusable water bottle, stadium seats for the bleachers, blankets, and hand and toe warmers are allowed. Large bags, outside food and drink, glass, cans, coolers, chairs, umbrellas, drones, laser pointers and professional recording gear are not. Pets are not allowed, but qualified service animals are welcome.

What happens if it snows?

The show goes on rain, snow or shine. Expect snow on the ground, temperatures that drop after sunset and some slick spots. Dress in layers with a warm jacket, hat, gloves and winter boots with good traction, and bring sunglasses and sunscreen for the bright sun off the snow.

How do I get to Big Sky for the show?

Most visitors fly into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), about an hour away by car via US-191 through Gallatin Canyon and MT-64. Rent AWD or 4WD with winter tires, and check Montana 511 before you drive. Uber and Lyft are very limited in Big Sky, so have a confirmed ride back to your lodging both nights, or use Skyline Transit between lodging areas and Town Center.

Where should I stay for Experts Only Big Sky?

LocalVR is an official lodging partner for Experts Only Big Sky. Our Big Sky vacation homes include Mountain Village condos and cabins near the lifts, Spanish Peaks townhomes, and larger homes in Meadow Village and Cascade for groups. Book early: a weekend like this fills Big Sky. Browse LocalVR's Big Sky homes