Winter Music Conference

⭐ Winter Music Conference returns to Miami for its 36th edition in 2026, taking over new Official Miami Music Week Hotel, the Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Downtown Miami, with three days of music, technology, education, and culture.

Highlights
🎶 The world’s longest-running electronic music conference
💡 Two dedicated programming tracks featuring panels, workshops, tech demos, and more to be announced
🌴 Rooftop pool parties take over the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, with exclusive access for WMC Pro badge holders
🏆 The conference closes with the first-ever Bridges for Music x IDMAs Hybrid Award Show Gala, celebrating the top innovators in dance music (Note: The gala is not included with WMC badges and will be separately ticketed. Additional details to follow.)
🌟 Upgrade to Pro for the full experience, including guaranteed rooftop pool party access and premium networking

There are two types of badges that are available to purchase for WMC 2026:

• WMC Access Badge: The Access badge provides delegates with admittance to all Winter Music Conference Programming, which includes keynotes, panels, exhibitor spaces, and workshops. Conference programming starts on Wednesday and runs through Thursday, with early badge pick up on Tuesday at the registration desk on the 14th floor.  NOTE: The Access badge does not include admittance to any of the pool parties or sanctioned events.

• WMC Pro Badge: The Pro badge provides delegates with admittance to all Winter Music Programming, which includes keynotes, panels, exhibitor spaces, and workshops. This badge also covers all three pool parties at the EPIC, taking place from Tuesday to Thursday (1 PM – 10 PM) and featuring top-tier DJs and label partners. Additionally, the Pro badge allows entry to all our sanctioned events during Miami Music Week, with more select parties to be announced as events are secured. NOTE: Entry to sanctioned events is not guaranteed and is typically the first hour – two hours after doors open.

General Info
📅 Date: March 24–26, 2026
🕒 Time:
Tuesday March 24
- Early Badge pick up 3 PM – 6 PM at WMC Registration (14th floor)
- Kimpton EPIC Hotel Opening Pool Party 1 PM – 10 PM at the EPIC pool deck (16th floor)

Wednesday March 25
- Registration opens at 10 AM
- WMC Programming 12 PM – 6 PM
- Kimpton EPIC Hotel Pool Party 1 PM – 10 PM at the EPIC pool deck (16th floor)

Thursday March 26
- Registration opens at 10 AM
- WMC Programming 12 PM – 5 PM
- Kimpton EPIC Hotel Pool Party 1 PM – 10 PM at the EPIC pool deck (16th Floor)

⏳ Duration: 3 days
📍 Location: Kimpton EPIC Hotel
👤 Age requirement: Conference attendees must be aged 18 or over. Pool party attendees must be aged 21 or over
♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
Winter Music Conference celebrates its 36th edition with an all-new format at the Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Downtown Miami, now the Official Miami Music Week. WMC will welcome industry leaders, artists, creators, and fans for cutting-edge panels, keynotes, workshops, and networking, plus exclusive rooftop pool parties and the first-ever Bridges for Music x IDMAs Gala. Whether you’re a rising DJ, a music executive, or a fan of electronic culture, WMC 2026 is the landmark gathering shaping the future of dance music. Secure your spot! Get your tickets now for the Winter Music Conference in the Kimpton EPIC Hotel!