2026 East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference
The 38th East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference will take place in Sydney, Nova Scotia, from May 20–24, 2026, and will include the East Coast Music Awards Gala presented by Rogers, along with festival performances, industry programming, and networking events. The five-day celebration will feature performances, industry conferences, and international networking opportunities, highlighting the depth and diversity of East Coast music talent. Venues all over town will be overflowing with mus
The 38th East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference will take place in Sydney, Nova Scotia, from May 20–24, 2026, and will include the East Coast Music Awards Gala presented by Rogers, along with festival performances, industry programming, and networking events. The five-day celebration will feature performances, industry conferences, and international networking opportunities, highlighting the depth and diversity of East Coast music talent. Venues all over town will be overflowing with musical talent from across the region. Stay tuned for more information on specific showcases, artists, industry events, and award presentations including the Awards Gala scheduled for Thursday, May 21 at Centre200 in Sydney.
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