Hull Music Cities Convention: Full Programme Announced!
The programme for Music Cities Convention Hull 2026 is now live!
The full programme has been released for Music Cities Convention Hull 2026, taking place from 9–11 June in Kingston upon Hull.
Returning to the UK, the Convention brings together a global network of policymakers, city leaders, music industry professionals and cultural innovators to explore how music shapes cities, economies and communities.
Designed as a working forum, this year’s programme moves beyond discussion to focus on practical solutions, real-world case studies and shared challenges facing music cities today.
A programme focused on action
Across two days, the programme explores the role of music in urban development through a series of panels, workshops, roundtables and networking sessions.
Key themes include:
Measuring the economic and social impact of music
Cultural infrastructure and placemaking
Building resilient music ecosystems beyond major hubs
Music education, access and inclusion
International collaboration and city-to-city exchange
Sessions bring together global perspectives, alongside local insight from Hull and across the UK, creating space for knowledge-sharing and practical exchange.
Beyond the conference
Alongside the core programme, delegates will experience:
Hull of a Night — a citywide music showcase across grassroots venues
Curated networking opportunities with over 300 international delegates
The Music Cities Awards at Hull Minster, celebrating global innovation in music-led development
A global conversation, hosted in Hull
Hull provides the setting for this year’s Convention, offering a city context shaped by cultural regeneration and a strong independent music scene.
With participants joining from across sectors including government, music, urban development, tourism and investment, the Convention creates a platform for collaboration, partnership and long-term impact.
Explore the programme
The full schedule, including session details and speakers, is now available.