ECMA 2026 Tickets & Passes
ECMA 2026 Tickets & Passes
Rooted Here. Heard Everywhere.
May 20 to 24, 2026 • Sydney, Nova Scotia
The East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference is coming to Sydney, Cape Breton for five days of live music, unforgettable performances, and East Coast artists taking the spotlight.
From official showcases across the city to the 38th East Coast Music Awards Gala presented by Rogers, ECMA 2026 brings together fans, artists, and music lovers from across Atlantic Canada for one incredible week.
Choose Your ECMA Experience
| Experience | Best For | Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIP Pass | The full ECMA experience | DATE: MAY 20-24 Awards, conference, showcases, VIP events, and more | Buy VIP |
| Industry Pass | Artists and music industry professionals | DATE: MAY 20-24 Conference sessions, workshops, keynotes, showcases | Buy Industry |
| Fan Pass | Music lovers and festival goers | DATE: MAY 20-24 Official showcases and partnered stages | Buy Fan |
| Gala Ticket | The Gala will feature performances by some of Atlantic Canada’s finest musicians, including Goldie Boutilier, Morgan Toney, Elyse Aeryn, Jupiter Reign, Cassie & Maggie, Maggie Andrew, Ben Chase, Lennie Gallant, La Famille LeBlanc, City Natives, Kellie Loder, Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts and the Barra MacNeils! | DATE: THURS MAY 21 Your seat at the 2026 ECMA Gala ceremony | Buy Ticket |
| Gala Table | Groups, partners, and celebrations | DATE: THURS MAY 21 Premium table seating at the Gala | Buy Table |
| Songwriter's Circle | Up close and personal with East Coast Artists: - Morgan Toney, Kelsey Albert, Neon Dreams, Jimmy Rankin, Lennie Gallant, Con O'Brien | DATE: SUN MAY 24 One ticket per purchase | Buy Songwriter's Circle |
| Kickoff Party | Featuring Pretty Archie and Dave Sampson | DATE: WED MAY 20 One ticket per purchase | Advance Tickets sold out |
| Music & Industry Awards | Featuring Daniel James McFadyen, JP LeBlanc, and Mallory Johnson. Opening Set by the Marshall Brothers | DATE: Sunday MAY 24 One ticket per purchase | Buy Music & Industry Awards Tickets |
See Atlantic Canada’s Best Live in Sydney
The 38th East Coast Music Awards Gala presented by Rogers will feature performances by:
Goldie Boutilier
Morgan Toney
Elyse Aeryn
Jupiter Reign
Cassie & Maggie
Maggie Andrew
Ben Chase
Lennie Gallant
La Famille LeBlanc
City Natives
Kellie Loder
Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts
Festival week will also feature official showcasing artists from across Atlantic Canada, including:
Newfoundland & Labrador
Ana Luísa Ramos • Andrew Rodgers • Baraka • Claire Porter • Duane Andrews • Ian Foster • Jordan Coaker • Justin Fancy • Kellie Loder • MADELINE • Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts • Order of the Precious Blood • Rachel Cousins • Silver Wolf Band • Smoke Signals • XIA-3
Prince Edward Island
Absolute Losers • Aging Disgracefully • Brooke MacArthur • Lennie Gallant • Logan Richard • Richard WOOD
Nova Scotia
Ancient Thrones • Andre Pettipas • Cameron Nickerson • Campbell & Johnston • Cassie and Maggie • Daniel James McFadyen • DeeDee Austin • Joe H Henry • JupiterReign • Luna Red • Maggie Andrew • Neon Dreams • Nicolae • Rich Aucoin • Steve Amirault • Zamani
Cape Breton
Carleton Stone • DAMON • Elyse Aeryn • Gearl • Jay Cobra • Jont • Lookout Tower • Mike McKenna Jr. • Rachel & Darren • Rose Morrison • Tyler Mullendore
New Brunswick
ABOiTEAU • Beauxmont • Before The Dinosaurs • City Natives • Connor Fox • Direwolf • La Patente • McKinley Morrison & Williams • Menoncle Jason • The Mainlanders
Additional showcasing artists will be announced in the coming weeks.
SOCAN SONGWRITERS CIRCLE, presented by MIDLAND
First Artist Reveal - Neon Dreams
Kickoff Party, presented by Atlantic Lottery
Pretty Archie
Dave Sampson
This year’s 38th East Coast Music & Industry Awards, presented by Needs, includes performances by Daniel James McFadyen, Christina Googoo & The Remedy, JP LeBlanc, and Mallory Johnson. Guests are also invited to arrive early for the pre-show beginning at 10:30 AM, featuring the Marshall Brothers.
Festival Passes
Choose the pass that fits how you want to experience ECMA 2026.
VIP Pass
The full East Coast experience.
- Music Awards
- Industry Awards
- Official Showcases
- Partnered Showcases & Stages
- Songwriters Circle
- Conference sessions
- Workshops
- Keynotes
- Export Buyers Stage
- VIP Events
- Front-line access (subject to capacity and advance registration)
Industry Pass
For artists and industry professionals building what’s next.
- Official Showcases
- Partnered Showcases & Stages
- Conference sessions
- Workshops
- Keynotes
- Regular access to eligible events
Fan Pass
For the music. For the feeling.
- Official Showcases
- Partnered Stages
- Regular access to eligible events
The 2026 ECMA Gala
Presented by Rogers
Join us at Centre 200 in Sydney, Nova Scotia, for a night of live performances, award presentations, and some of Atlantic Canada’s most celebrated artists all on one stage.
Gala Ticket
Your seat at the 38th East Coast Music Awards Gala presented by Rogers.
Gala Table
Premium table seating for groups, partners, and special celebrations during Awards night.
Why Attend ECMA 2026?
ECMA is where Atlantic Canada’s music community comes together to celebrate, connect, and discover what’s next. Whether you’re here for one unforgettable night at the Gala or a full week of showcases and festival experiences, ECMA 2026 is your chance to experience the sound of the East live in Sydney, Cape Breton.
East Coast Music Awards & Association are proud to be FACTOR funded.
