REGIONAL & REMOTE MUSIC SUMMIT 2026 DATES ANNOUNCED 28–30 OCTOBER 2026 – MOUNT GAMBIER
The 2026 Regional & Remote Music Summit will take place in Mount Gambier(Berrin Country) from 28 – 30 October 2026, hosted by MusicSA.
MusicSA today confirmed that the 2026 Regional & Remote Music Summit will take place from 28–30 October, 2026 in Mount Gambier, South Australia.
The 2026 national Summit is managed and delivered by MusicSA and will continue its mission to champion regional creativity, strengthen touring networks and amplify the voices of artists and music workers living and creating outside metropolitan centres.
MusicSA CEO Christine Schloithe said the October event will allow the Summit to build stronger national momentum.
“We are thrilled to confirm that the Regional & Remote Music Summit will take place in Mount Gambier from 28–30 October 2026, offering the perfect opportunity to connect regional music industry from across the country while showcasing the Limestone Coast’s burgeoning music community.Mount Gambier is rapidly growing as a key regional touring hub, and hosting the Summit here will shine a national spotlight on the incredible talent, infrastructure and ambition that exists in South Australia’s regions.”
Proudly supported by the Government of South Australia through the Music Development Office and the Australian Government through Music Australia, the 2026 Summit will bring together artists, industry professionals, policymakers, researchers and community leaders for three days of vital conversation, collaboration and live performance.
South Australian Minister for Arts, Andrea Michaels MP said;
“It’s fantastic to announce the dates for this year’s Regional and Remote Music Conference in Mount Gambier. We want South Australia to be home to a thriving music culture and Mount Gambier is the perfect place to host the Regional and Remote Music Conference. This event will help build upon the previous support and investment the Malinauskas Government has made to support local artists on the Limestone Coast and bring together musicians and industry professionals for important conversations about how we can best champion regional music right across the country.”
Mount Gambier’s selection as South Australia’s regional host city recognises years of strategic investment in regional music development. Through initiatives supporting live music venues, touring pathways and artist development, MusicSA has worked closely with local stakeholders and partners to position the city as a critical connector between South Australia and Victoria’s touring destinations.
City of Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin OAM said;
“Mount Gambier is delighted to host the 2026 Regional & Remote Music Summit and is perfectly positioned to do so. Events of this calibre do more than shine a spotlight on our city, they place regional communities at the heart of national conversations about creativity, culture and economic growth.Our city has worked hard to foster a vibrant and rewarding environment for artists, audiences and industry, and this Summit recognises the growing strength of our local music community and the importance of continued investment in regional places. We’re proud to welcome delegates from across Australia and to showcase everything Mount Gambier and the surrounding region have to offer.”
Full program details, keynote speakers, delegate registrations and showcase applications will be announced over the coming months.
For more information, visit: www.regionalmusicsummit.com
For media enquiries:
Leigh McGrane | leigh@atgpr.com.au | +61 438 699 795
The 2026 Regional and Remote Music Summit is presented by MusicSA with support from Music Australia, Music Development Office SA and City of Mount Gambier.