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ALBERTA MUSIC CITIES CONVENTION 2026
Sep 29 - Oct 1, 2026 · Calgary, Alberta
Welcome to the Future
of Music Cities in Canada
Music Cities Convention is where experts, policymakers, and advocates meet to network, address problems, and develop solutions across city planning, economic development, job creation, tourism, skills development,festivals
and events, real estate and community development.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
The Music Cities Convention Alberta 2026 will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and creatives to explore the transformative power of music in driving jobs, wellbeing, sustainability, and inclusive economic growth, all set in the dynamic landscape of Alberta, Canada.
The three-day programme will cover a comprehensive range of topics, including strategies for developing the talent pipeline, integrating music into public health and social prescribing initiatives, and building destination value through music tourism and cultural infrastructure.
Attendees will also delve into forward-looking themes such as the role of Indigenous cultures and music economies, building a circular music economy, and the future of music policy, covering issues like AI, climate action, land use, and community empowerment. The convention will conclude with interactive sessions focused on supporting artists, city-level policy advocacy, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
300+ DELEGATES FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
30X EXECUTIVE SPEAKERS
RECEPTIONS, AFTERPARTIES AND LOCAL HOSPITALITY
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2 FULL DAYS OF TALKS
around workforce development and the role of music as a job creator in cities, health and wellbeing, music tourism, Indigenous music economies, climate action, future-facing music policy
LIVE MUSIC EVENTS, FEATURING ALBERTA’S VIBRANT MUSIC ECOSYSTEM
EXPERIENCE CALGARY, CANADA’S FASTEST-GROWING CITY
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TESTIMONIALS
"What I found very interesting is connecting with the people from around the world trying to find
solutions for the same challenges and really liked the panel on urban planning, how we can
think about music venues, artists and city development together".
Martina Brunner, Executive Director - Vienna Club Commission
"I attended the Music Cities Convention in Lafayette in 2017 and it helped me connect with some
key policy makers from Fayetteville with whom I've been working ever since. It was a great
environment to find like minded people interested in the music ecosystem".
Travis Smith, Venue Booker - Creative Content Marketing Specialist
“After Riyadh Music Week I spent hours working on new ideas, that came to me.
It was the most inspiring and challenging work trip I have been to".
Marie Logická, Booker - Colours of Ostrava
WHY CALGARY, ALBERTA?
"Celebrating a decade of Alberta’s music advocacy and shaping the next"
In the past 10 years, Alberta has been on a journey to become a leading emerging voice in the music cities movement in Western Canada and the world.
Home to renowned music festivals, artists, creators, producers, artist-friendly radio/platforms, Canada’s National Music Centre, Winspear Centre for Music, acclaimed music schools, music associations, live-music venues, and some of Canada’s most iconic music hall of famers, the province’s music legacy and ecosystem runs deep.
But Alberta is more than history and an existing vibrant music community—it’s a province and place in transformation. As Canada’s energy capital diversifies and continues to grow, music has become a signal of change, creativity, and cultural resilience.
HOST PARTNERS
SUPPORTING PARTNERS
Do you have any other questions regarding the Alberta Music Cities Convention, or want to sponsor? Contact info@sounddiplomacy.com to learn everything related to the event's programme and activities.