It’s time to write a love letter to the music scene of your city: The Hidden Gems of Music Tourism 2025 call for submissions is now open!
- Music Cities Events
- Jul 3
- 2 min read
Open call for submissions open until August 3rd, 2025
And when we say all over the world, we really mean it. Last year’s guide included 40 itineraries from places such as Ulaanbator in Mongolia, Beirut in Libano, Mbabane in Eswatini, Melbourne, Japan, Bogota, Montreal, Memphis, La Havana…
All curated by music fans, journalists, artists who really knew their music scenes and could direct travellers to those hidden gems that only a local would really know about.
We then heard back from the people using the guide to discover the world and the feedback was exciting, such as immersing themselves in a noise music festival in Tokyo or ending up creating their own cumbia band in Mexico City alongside a mix of travelers and locals.
This year we’re repeating this project and we want to invite you to write a love letter to the music scene of your city.
Go to this link to discover everything related to this year’s Hidden Gems of Music Tourism and submit your itinerary!
We’ll include the best ones in the guide and will provide all participants with exciting Music Tourism resources and discounts to our events.
Open call for submissions open until August 3rd, 2025
What do you need to be part of it? Just to be a:
Passionate local music fans, musicians, venue owners, music journalists and cultural workers.
Have knowledge of your local music scene, including venues, artists and the cultural context (just as a fan is ok).
Submissions are welcome from individuals, collectives, and organisations worldwide.
Looking for Inspiration for creating your own itinerary?
Explore the 2025 Hidden Gems of Music Tourism—40 one-day music itineraries that guide you through local scenes like a music-loving friend. Discover unique spots and plan your perfect trip. Have your own music itinerary to share? Submit it and join the community of passionate music travellers!
So, what’s all this fuzz about Music Tourism?
In 2025, Music Tourism can no longer be considered a niche—it's a global movement reshaping how destinations attract visitors, generate revenue, and build cultural identity.
However, Music Tourism is much more than people travelling to other cities to enjoy the concerts of their favourite artists. Music tourism is about understanding a city's DNA through its music scenes and connecting with the people who are part of them.
That is what the Hidden Gems is all about, and we want you to be part of it. Join our community of sonic gem seekers and help curate the world’s most comprehensive music itinerary magazine.
Are you interested in learning more about Music Tourism? Then why don’t you check out this 350 year timeline of Music Tourism history and apply to attend the Anguilla Music Tourism Convention, 4-6 November, 2025.
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