You Just Had To Be There

Step into the late 90s and 2000s at a music festival with live performances, retro gaming, food and vendors. You just had to be there.

Step into the late 90s and 2000s at YOU JUST HAD TO BE THERE, a one-night-only music festival in Grand Prairie, TX. (Family Friendly)

The event features live performances, retro gaming, local food and retail vendors, exclusive merch, and immersive experiences that bring the Y2K era back to life.

Hosted by Tre G (K104) and CZ, the festival ties into the release of Alex Jamal’s project You Just Had to Be There and captures the spirit of nostalgia, culture, and community.

Brought to you by Wake-N-Create and our amazing partners and sponsors Futura Haus, Drealynn Photography and The Epic.

Performances by:

Alex Jamal, Princeton Marcellis , J Woodz , Myloh Remora, Van Gammon and Shay Raziel.

Sounds by: Dj Marzy

Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025

Time: Doors 6:00 PM | Show 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: The Epic Theater, Grand Prairie, TX

Tickets:

Kids 7 & under: Free

Teens (8–17): $10 Early Bird | $15 General Admission | $20 At the Door

Adults (18+): $15 Early Bird | $20 General Admission | $25 At the Door