Sound Development Returns to Los Angeles in 2027
Sound Development, our flagship accelerator for cultural infrastructure investment, is returning to Los Angeles in 2027.
For decision-makers from music, entertainment, real estate, and government, for those shaping the future of sports-anchored entertainment districts, venue design, capital stacks, and brand partnerships: this is the room to be in.
Date: Tuesday 9th February 2027
Location: Wilshire Grand Center, ARUP Offices, 900 Wilshire Boulevard, 20th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017 USA
The inaugural 2026 edition reached capacity rapidly, bringing together 200+ senior executives, 183 organisations, and delegates from 88 cities across 8 countries. 2027 is set to be even bigger.
The mission for 2027 remains the same: to bring the industry leaders and key stakeholders who deliver cultural infrastructure in the US into one room, and to facilitate new projects, partnerships, investments, idea sharing, and networking.
This year's programme sits at the intersection of music, entertainment, and sport, shaped by continued investment in the entertainment sector and the momentum building around the World Cup and the road to LA 2028. Delegates can expect panels, workshops, and exclusive site tours exploring themes including designing for experience and ROI, VIP experiences, sports-anchored districts, funding models, and the future of tourism.
"Serving as a panelist at Sound Development Los Angeles 2026 was both an honour and an inspiring experience. It was a privilege to share the City of Atlanta's approach to building strategic partnerships and investing in arts and culture while learning from fellow leaders who are advancing creative ecosystems across the country. Sound Development continues to be an important convening for leaders committed to expanding opportunity and sustainability in the creative sector."
Brenda Moorer, Strategic Partnership Manager at the City of Atlanta
Who is Sound Development for?
Sound Development brings together a curated room of more than 200+ senior professionals shaping the future of cultural infrastructure across the public and private sectors, including:
Operators & Owners of venues and cultural spaces
Developers & Investors in commercial, mixed-use, and hospitality sectors
Trade Organisations & Industry Groups across real estate, entertainment, and the creative economy
Designers & Engineers shaping the future of cultural infrastructure
Cities & Public Sector Leaders driving regeneration and attracting cultural investment
Applications to attend Sound Development LA 2027 are now open.
As a strictly curated, invite-only forum, every application is vetted to ensure an elite network of decision-makers, bringing together a dynamic mix of expertise and perspectives across the room. Seats are moving quickly, so don't miss your window to secure a place.
If you would like to be involved in Sound Development 2027 as a sponsor or partner, please get in touch with Jett Glozier. Our partners are provided with opportunities to curate sessions, shape the invite list, and bring their own clients and prospects into the room.