Moncton has been chosen as the host city for the 2027 East Coast Music Awards and Festival.

The East Coast Music Association announced in a news release on Friday.

According to the release, the event will bring artists, industry professionals, and fans from across Atlantic Canada to celebrate the “depth, diversity and global impact” of East Coast Music.

Executive director Bob Hallet said in the announcement that the association is “thrilled” to bring the ECMAs to Moncton, which he characterized as a city where cultures and languages meet in a way that feels unique to the East Coast.

“That spirit of connection between artists, communities, and audience is exactly what the ECMAs are built on,” he added. “We are excited to work alongside local partners to create and experience that reflects both the richness of this region and the global reach of its music.”

The event is held annually and will take place in Sydney this year from May 20 to May 24.

The 2027 event will feature the ECMAs Awards Gala, a multi-day music festival, industry conference, and the Export Buyers program, which connects Atlantic Canadian artists with opportunities on the global stage.

This will be the third time Moncton has hosted the ECMAs, after previously doing so in 2012 and 1997

Moncton Deputy Mayor Paulette Theriault said in the release that the city is proud to host the event next year.

“This event is a celebration of our region’s culture and creativity, while also bringing important economic and tourism benefits to our community,” she said. “We look forward to welcoming artists, industry professionals, and visitors to experience everything Moncton and our region have to offer.”

The event will take place from May 26 to May 30.