New York’s advertising crowd is trading airport lounges for waterfront views this August. 212NYC’s 2026 Summer Party returns after a seven-year hiatus, with Chromeo delivering a special DJ set above the East River.
The celebration takes place Thursday, August 6, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at The Rooftop at Pier 17. Thousands of professionals from advertising, media, marketing, publishing, technology, and entertainment are expected to gather beneath the Manhattan skyline.
This year’s theme, “Cannes in the City: All Party, No Passport,” promises the glamour of the international advertising festival circuit without the jet lag, passport scramble, or mysteriously expensive hotel breakfast.
Chromeo Headlines “Cannes in the City”
Internationally acclaimed electro-funk duo Chromeo will headline the evening with a special DJ set. Their gleaming blend of disco, soul, synth-pop, and electronic music feels particularly well suited to a rooftop where the skyline already behaves like stage lighting.
Chromeo has earned multiple Billboard-charting releases, a Grammy nomination, and appearances at major festivals, including Coachella. Their playful, polished sound should provide a lively soundtrack for sunset cocktails, conversations, and the sort of networking that becomes far more charming once the music begins.
Additional DJs, performances, and entertainment will be announced in the coming weeks.
Riviera Style Meets the Manhattan Skyline
Guests are encouraged to dress for the Riviera-inspired atmosphere in pastels, linens, and warm-weather looks. The rooftop experience will include waterfront views, specialty cocktails, immersive sponsor activations, live entertainment, and opportunities to connect with established leaders and rising talent across New York’s advertising community.
“The Summer Party is one of the most anticipated nights of the year for our community, and we’re thrilled to bring it back bigger and better than ever,” said Jay Wolff, president of 212NYC.
Wolff described Chromeo as an ideal match for an evening built around energy, creativity, and industry culture.
Ritu Trivedi, vice president of 212NYC, added that the party reflects the organization’s larger mission of creating meaningful opportunities for connection and collaboration.
Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities
Tickets for the 212NYC Summer Party featuring Chromeo are now on sale. Sponsorship packages are also available, including branded bars, cabanas, VIP sections, culinary experiences, and custom activations.
The event takes place Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City.
For tickets and additional information, visit 212NYC.org.