The 2026 Official New Zealand Music Month Summit will be held on Saturday May 2nd, at The Tuning Fork in Parnell, Tāmaki Makaurau.

Presented by MMF Aotearoa and the NZ Music Commission with support from other industry organisations, this year’s summit centres on the theme of NZ Music Month 2026 ‘Our Sounds, Our Spaces’, celebrating our music and all the places it’s made and enjoyed across Aotearoa – live music venues, community halls, schools, libraries, marae, public parks and all ages spaces.

Attendees will hear from a range of speakers from all corners of the music industry discussing topics including: all ages music scenes across the motu; ways to develop an audience for your music in Aotearoa; the spaces where waiata reo Māori thrive; practical tips and advice for putting on a live show; as well as council and community spaces around the country that offer great accessible resources for musicians and industry professionals.

With panel discussions and industry insights, the annual Music Month Summit is a day of conversation and networking. To secure a free ticket for the 2026 NZ Music Month event register here.