2025 Tickets & Passes

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 headed back to St.-John's, NL May 7-11, 2025!

ECMA Members can enjoy a 25% discount on the price of Festival passes. Login to your ECMA account for the discount code!

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THE 37TH EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS GALA

Presented by Rogers

Experience the magic of Atlantic Canada’s vibrant music scene at the 37th East Coast Music Awards Gala, presented by Rogers!

Join us on May 8, 2025, at the Mary Brown's Centre, for electrifying performances, prestigious awards, and a showcase of East Coast talent that captivates audiences from around the world. Discover why the ECMAs are more than an event—they're a celebration of culture, creativity, and community.

Please note All Tickets and Passes are NON-REFUNDABLE.

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FULL FESTIVAL AND DAY PASSES

$75 to $181 plus taxes & fees

The Festival Pass is your most economical way to get access to the events at the 2025 ECMA Festival and Conference.

The Festival Pass includes:
• Entry to ECMA 2025 Kickoff Party, presented by Atlantic Lottery on Wednesday May 7, 2025 at
the JAG Soundhouse
• Access to all conference workshops and keynotes (some events require advance registration)
• Admission to the 37th East Coast Music & Industry Awards, presented by Needs, on Sunday May
11, 2025

The Festival Pass also gives you:
• Priority entry (ahead of Door Sales) to all 2025 ECMA official stages

Friday and Saturday Passes are available for patrons who can attend the festival and conference for one
day only.

All events are subject to venue capacity · Must be 19+ to attend for most events
Please note All Tickets and Passes are NON-REFUNDABLE.

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ECMA VIP BUNDLE

$350+ taxes & fees

The VIP Bundle is a combination of an ECMA VIP pass and an 37th East Coast Music Awards Gala, presented by Rogers, ticket.

The VIP Pass gives you:

  • High Priority entry (ahead of Festival Passes) to all 2025 ECMA official stages
  • Access to all conference workshops and keynotes (some events require advance registration)
  • Admission to the ECMA Opening Concert presented by Atlantic Lottery on Wednesday May 7, 2025
  • Admission to the SOCAN Songwriters Circle on Sunday May 11, 2025
  • Admission to the 37th East Coast Music & Industry Awards, presented by Needs,on Sunday May 11, 2025

Your 37th East Coast Music Awards Gala ticket will be seated in a special VIP section close to the action. These seats are selected by ECMA staff so if you have any accessibility needs please contact [email protected].

All events are subject to venue capacity · Must be 19+ to attend for most events

Please note All Tickets and Passes are NON-REFUNDABLE.

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KICKOFF PARTY

presented by Atlantic Lottery

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37TH EAST COAST MUSIC & INDUSTRY AWARDS

presented by Needs

The 37th East Coast Music & Industry Awards, presented by Needs, celebrates the incredible talent and achievements of the region’s music community, and will take place at the JAG Soundhouse on Sunday, May 11, beginning at 11 a.m. Hosted by Cape Breton’s charismatic and longtime music industry professional Stephen Antle, the event will present 32 awards and feature performances by Baraka (NL), Noah Malcolm (PEI), Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen with special guest Zakk Cormier (CB), Port-Aux-Poutines (NL), and Ana & Eric (NL).

The Festival Pass gives you access to the 37th East Coast Music & Industry Awards, presented by Needs. You can also buy tickets to join us and celebrate the artists and industry professionals who make the music community thrive.

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2025 SOCAN SONGWRITERS' CIRCLE

Taking place on Sunday, May 11th, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the JAG Soundhouse, this show is an annual tradition that closes the ECMA festival by highlighting a selection of East Coast songwriters whose music and lyrics have made an impact in the industry.

This year’s SOCAN Songwriters’ Circle will be hosted by Carleton Stone (NS) and Kellie Loder (NL) and will feature performances by Kelly McMichael (NL), Jah’Mila (NS), Old Man Luedecke (NS), Ben Chase (PE), Donovan Woods (ON/NL), and Quote The Raven (NL). A longstanding ECMA tradition, the SOCAN Songwriters’ Circle is an intimate and inspiring event and spotlights the heart and soul of East Coast music and its songwriters.

Please note that this show is a ticketed event, with a limited number of seats available. Entry to the SOCAN Songwriters' Circle is not included with a standard Festival Pass.

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TD CONNECTED CONCERTS: TRUE NORTH TIDES

$30

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music that captures the heart and soul of Atlantic Canada. This powerful lineup brings together six of the region’s most dynamic acts for an evening rich in storytelling, harmony, and cultural pride.

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TD CONNECTED CONCERTS: ATLANTIC ANTHEMS, PRESENTED BY K-ROCK 975

$30

A powerhouse lineup bringing high-octane pop-rock in a show that’s equal parts explosive and unforgettable.This is more than a concert—it’s a sonic rollercoaster.

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