Musikfest Music Industry Conference
August 2-4, 2026
ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks
ArtsQuest is proud to announce the return of its Music Industry Conference, now in its second year, taking place August 2–4, 2026, at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks (101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA). Taking place during the nation’s largest free music festival, Musikfest, this three-day event brings together music educators, emerging artists, industry leaders and students for an immersive, hands-on experience that bridges education and the music 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.
Call for Proposals: Musikfest Music Industry Conference 2026 (August 2-4th)
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.
