SEPTEMBER. BRISBANE. THE BIGGEST WEEK IN AUSTRALIAN MUSIC.
THE FUTURE OF MUSIC
BIGSOUND returns to Brisbane from September 1–4, 2026, for its 25th anniversary. Under the 2026 theme Creativity in Conversation, delegates can experience 4 days of industry panel discussions and networking opportunities, alongside three nights of explosive live performances by the BIGSOUND 100 across Fortitude Valley's iconic venues.
Conference Schedule
#Tuesday
Brunswick Street Mall StageWelcome to Country & Smoking Ceremony
Tue, 1 Sep, 11:45am – 12:15pm
Brunswick Street Mall StageCall For Country
Tue, 1 Sep, 12:15pm – 1pm
The Fortitude Music Hall Artist in Conversation - trials
Tue, 1 Sep, 1pm – 1:45pm
The Fortitude Music HallBIGSOUND Decides: Current & Future Leaders
Tue, 1 Sep, 2:30pm – 3:15pm
#Wednesday
The Precinct - Stair StadiumMy Name is X and I'm Really Glad to Meet You
Wed, 2 Sep, 9am – 9:45am
The Fortitude Music HallThe Sound of the Olympics Part 1: Australia’s Story on the World Stage
Wed, 2 Sep, 9am – 9:45am
The Precinct - Launch Event SpaceStoryBeats
Wed, 2 Sep, 9:15am – 10am
The OutpostArtistic Intelligence: Creatives Discuss AI
Wed, 2 Sep, 9:45am – 10:30am
The Fortitude Music HallThe Sound of the Olympics Part 2: Building the Legacy
Wed, 2 Sep, 10:15am – 11am
The Precinct - Stair StadiumIf You Only Get One Shot, One Opportunity
Wed, 2 Sep, 10:30am – 11:15am
The OutpostBringing It Back To The Fire
Wed, 2 Sep, 11am – 11:45am
The Fortitude Music HallBrand Masterclass: Where Commerce Meets Consumer
Wed, 2 Sep, 11:45am – 12:30pm
The Fortitude Music HallConnect with BIGSOUND Media + Brands - Media, Editorial & Brands
Mixer: Wed, 2 Sep, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
The Precinct - Stair StadiumBuilding Capacity without Burning Out
Wed, 2 Sep, 11:45am – 12:30pm
The Precinct - Stair StadiumEarly Doors: Small Venues in the Bigger Ecosystem
Wed, 2 Sep, 1:30pm – 2:15pm
The Fortitude Music HallArtist in Conversation - Julia Jacklin
Wed, 2 Sep, 1:45pm – 2:30pm
The OutpostCreate Your Own Momentum
Wed, 2 Sep, 2:30pm – 3:15pm
The Fortitude Music HallArtist in Conversation - King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard
Wed, 2 Sep, 3:15pm – 4pm
The Fortitude Music HallConnect with BIGSOUND Buyers - Agents, Promoters & Festivals
Mixer: Wed, 2 Sep, 4pm – 5pm
#Thursday
The Fortitude Music HallFestival Forecast: Turning Data into Decisions
Thu, 3 Sep, 9am – 9:45am
The Precinct - Stair StadiumMaking the Master
Thu, 3 Sep, 9am – 9:45am
The Precinct - Launch Event SpaceYarning Strong - First Nations Music Industry Review: Presented by Support Act
Thu, 3 Sep, 9:15am – 10am
The OutpostMake Something Worth Buying
Thu, 3 Sep, 9:45am – 10:30am
The Precinct - Stair StadiumRegional Reach
Thu, 3 Sep, 10am – 10:45am
The Precinct - Warrar RoomAMRAP Listening Sessions
Thu, 3 Sep, 10am – 2pm
The Precinct - Launch Event SpaceThe Next Billion Fans
Thu, 3 Sep, 10:15am – 11am
The Fortitude Music HallThe Push Presents: Young Australian Music Audiences 2026
Thu, 3 Sep, 10:30am – 11:15am
The OutpostCase Study: From Australia to India - Artist - Matthew Ifield
Thu, 3 Sep, 11am – 11:45am
The Precinct - Launch Event SpaceDiversifying Your Income - with Bianca Hunt
Thu, 3 Sep, 11:30am – 12:15pm
The Fortitude Music HallFEEDBACK: Real Time Sync Discussion
Thu, 3 Sep, 11:45am – 12:30pm
The Fortitude Music HallConnect with BIGSOUND Rights Holders - Labels, Publishing & Sync
Mixer: Thurs, 3 Sep, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
The Magee (Content House)Image & Identity: Your Vision is Your Value
Thu, 3 Sep, 11:45am – 12:30pm
The Fortitude Music HallArtist in Conversation - Tasman Keith + Kobie Dee
Thu, 3 Sep, 1:30pm – 2:15pm
The Magee (Content House)Who Owns This Image?
Thu, 3 Sep, 1:30pm – 2:15pm
The OutpostLast Drinks: From Bar Staff to Industry Leaders
Thu, 3 Sep, 2pm – 2:45pm
The Fortitude Music Hall...For the Greater Good
Thu, 3 Sep, 2:45pm – 3:30pm
The Fortitude Music HallBIGSOUND Roundtables
Thu, 3 Sep. 4pm – 5:30pm
Accessibility
Whether you're planning a visit, performing or presenting and need to talk through your requirements, or have a question about accessibility at our venues, visit our accessibility page.
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