ECMA 2023
The East Coast Music Awards: Festival and Conference (ECMA) is a five-day, non-stop musical celebration showcasing and recognizing the best of East Coast artists and music.
This year, ECMA celebrates a major milestone with the 35th anniversary of the festival, bringing with it the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the past, present, and future of music in Atlantic Canada. Join us this year in the host city of Halifax, NS, as we light up the stages with East Coast music from May 3 - 7, 2023.
AND THE NOMINEES ARE...
Announcing the Music & Industry Nominees for the 2023 East Coast Music Awards!
FULL ARTIST LINEUP
Check out your first look at the full list of artists who will be performing as part of the 35th Annual East Coast Music Awards!
2023 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
The full schedule for the 2023 East Coast Music Awards is now available!
VOLUNTEERING
Are you interested in volunteering for the 35th East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference in Halifax, NS, May 3 - 7, 2023?
For more information and to fill out the application form, visit the link below!
TICKETS & PASSES
Festival passes and individual award show tickets are now available! More exciting shows to come!
35TH EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS PRESENTED BY ROGERS
With Host, Trent McClellan
Find out more about this anniversary celebration of the best in East Coast music, happening in Halifax, NS, May 4, 2023 at the Scotiabank Centre.
2023 ECMA INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
Connect. Mentor. Inspire.
See what the 2023 conference is all about.
TD FANS' CHOICE AWARDS
The TD Fan’s Choice Awards are the only East Coast Music Awards voted on by the public!
2023 ACCOMMODATIONS
Stay at our host hotel!
Hotels offering our special group rate:
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront - SOLD OUT
- Group Name: ECMA 2023
- Start Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
- End Date: Monday, May 8, 2023
- Last Day to Book: Friday, March 31, 2023
- Group Name: East Coast Music Association
- Start Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
- End Date: Monday, May 8, 2023
- Last Day to Book: Monday, April 3, 2023
There are lots of additional great places to stay listed on the Discover Halifax website.
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION
- SSI Audio - Moncton, NB
- House Front Production Services - Charlottetown, PEI
- Encore - Halifax, NS
- RockBound Productions - Canning, NS
MEDIA ACCREDITATION
The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) is now accepting media accreditation applications from members of the media wishing to cover the 2023 East Coast Music Awards taking place in Halifax, NS, from May 3rd - 7th.
A separate application must be completed for each individual requesting a Media Pass. If someone needs a pass, they must fill out the form. Make sure you fill out all required fields.
Please note that applying for media accreditation does not guarantee accreditation.
Applications for media accreditation open on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 and close on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 5:00 PM.
ECMA 2023 FESTIVAL NEWSLETTER
Stay up to date with festival announcements and information!
