Be Where The Southeast’s
Music Community
Comes Together
Confluence Passes On Sale Now
Held in Charlotte, Confluence is the must-attend annual gathering for music professionals, artists, and industry leaders across the Carolinas and the Southeast. Passes are on sale now!
The All-Access Pass includes all conference programming, the official Kick-off Party, official networking events, and a three-day Confluence Music Fest Pass.
Take your Confluence experience to the next level with the Confluence PLUS Pass. You’ll receive everything included with the All-Access Pass, PLUS:
- FREE access to all workshops (minimum of three workshops; $20 value each, subject to availability)
- A Confluence+ Swag Bag
- Complimentary drinks at the Kickoff Party (21+)
- Priority access to reserve one-on-one mentoring sessions
- Exclusive perks and surprises to be announced
Only interested in the conference? Purchase the Confluence Only Pass.
What Is Confluence?
Whether you’re shaping the business of music, innovating behind the scenes, or creating the soundtrack of tomorrow, Confluence is where the region’s music community comes together to share ideas, make connections, and drive the industry forward.
Oct. 7-9
The music business is changing fast. Join us to learn how to stay ahead. Explore the impact of AI, discover new revenue streams, sharpen your marketing strategy, understand today’s live music ecosystem, and build a career designed to last. Most importantly, meet the people you need to meet.
Oct. 8-10
Thursday and Friday night, explore Charlotte’s lively music neighborhoods at club shows featuring artists spanning multiple genres. Your pass allows you to build your own experience by moving between venues before everyone comes together Saturday for the festival finale.
2026 Schedule & Speakers
1:00 – 5:20 p.m.
CONFERENCE SESSIONS
Location: The Union at Station West
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
NETWORKING EVENT FOR SPEAKERS AND SPONSORS
7:00 – 10:30 p.m.
CONFLUENCE KICK-OFF PARTY
Included with All-Access Pass and Confluence+ Pass
Location: Amos’ Southend
10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
CONFERENCE SESSIONS
Location: The Union at Station West
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
NETWORKING EVENT FOR ALL CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
Location: Salud Cerveceria, NoDa
7:00 p.m.
CONFLUENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Multiple locations.
10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
CONFERENCE SESSIONS
Location: The Union at Station West
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
NETWORKING EVENT
Location: Whiskey Warehouse, Plaza Midwood
7:00 p.m.
CONFLUENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Multiple locations.
2:00 – 10:30 p.m.
CONFLUENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Suffolk Punch South End
Beyond the Stream: The Direct-to-Fan Opportunity
THURS., OCT. 8
Your Story Is Your Strategy
THURS., OCT. 8
Follow the (Royalty) Money
FRI., OCT. 9
Authenticity, Ownership, and the Impact of AI in Music
WED., OCT. 7
Why Attend?
- Meet the people shaping the region’s music scene
- Learn from people actually doing the work
- Get practical ideas you can take back to your career or business
- Make connections that could lead to your next collaboration, opportunity or big idea
- Be part of the conversation about what’s next for music in the Carolinas
The music industry moves fast, and it helps to be in the room. Come to:
Whether you’re building an artist career, working behind the scenes or looking to get more connected to the industry, there’s a seat for you at Confluence.
Get Involved
PARTNER
Confluence is more than just a conference and festival. It’s a community experience built for those shaping the future of music. We invite you to be a part of building this with us.
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Volunteer
Interested in volunteering? Learn more about how you can get involved, get a free shirt, and earn a conference badge!
Thank You Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring? Fill out our request form.
