Musikfest Music Industry Conference
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EVENT INFORMATION
ArtsQuest Center | 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015
- August 2–4, 2026
- Event Starts: 5:00 pm*
- All Ages (17 and younger w/parent or guardian only)
- Venue/Event Rules
*times subject to change
3 Day Pass Ticket Prices:
Earlybird: $150 (until March 1); Regular: $175 (After March 1)
Monday and Tuesday Single Day Pass Price:
$120 per day
🎶 Experience the Future of Music
Second Annual Musikfest Music Industry Conference
Get ready to amplify your passion for music at the Second Annual Musikfest Music Industry Conference, returning to Bethlehem during Musikfest, the nation’s largest free, ungated music festival!
This dynamic three-day experience brings together music educators, artists, students, and industry leaders for an unforgettable celebration of creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Dive into interactive sessions, cutting-edge technology demos, inspiring keynotes, and real-world insights designed to bridge the worlds of music education and today’s evolving industry.
Building on the success of its 2024 debut, the 2026 Music Industry Conference expands with new interactive programs, a larger scope of presenters, and even more opportunities for attendees to learn, perform, and connect.
Featured Additions in 2026
- Band Showcase Program: Selected youth and emerging bands (ages 10–adult) will receive coaching, perform on an official Musikfest stage and receive live feedback from talent buyers, agents and producers. Submissions will open in October.
- The Green Room Mentorship Lounge: One-on-one and small group mentorship with industry veterans, modeled after NAMM’s “Networking with the Pros”.
- Museum Collaboration: A pop-up exhibit in partnership with the Museum of Music Technology highlighting the history of sonic innovation.
🌟 Featured Presenters
🎵 Keynote Speaker: Dr. David Cutler, acclaimed author of The Savvy Musician and The Savvy Music Teacher
🎛️ The Museum of Music Technology Powered by EMEAPP: Discover how electronic instruments, live production, and classroom integration are transforming the sound of tomorrow
🎤 Underground Music Collective: Learn how to Build Your Authentic Artist Brand and stand out in today’s music landscape
Join us at the iconic ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks for three inspiring days of music, learning, and connection, all set against the backdrop of Musikfest’s world-class performances.
🎫 Don’t miss out — be part of the movement shaping the future of music!
More speakers, sessions, and special events will be announced soon.
Call for Proposals: Musikfest Music Industry Conference 2026
Ready to blur the lines between career and classroom? Set within the nation’s largest free music festival, the Musikfest Music Industry Conference (MIC) is where innovation meets education, and where music industry pros, performers, educators, and students come together to shape the future of the industry.
We’re looking for bold, hands-on, and forward-thinking sessions that challenge convention and bridge education with real-world application. From live event production and artist development to AI, music entrepreneurship, and modern music education, if you’ve got insights, ideas, or experiences that can spark growth and collaboration, we want to hear from you.
Whether you’re an artist, industry professional, educator, student, entrepreneur, or all of the above — your voice matters here.
Proposal Window:
Opens: September 15, 2025
Deadline: November 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST
50-minute formats: include workshops, panels, demos, live coaching, and mentorship roundtables.
Conference Strands: Production, Performance, Music Business, Innovation, and Education.
✅ No submission fee
✅ Speakers attend the conference for free
✅ Collaborative proposals encouraged
Share your expertise. Inspire change. Be part of the movement redefining music learning.
Submit your proposal here and help shape the soundtrack of the future.
