The Great Escape Festival is not just about the music. We’re also bringing together some of the most influential figures in the music industry for a series of networking parties that are not to be missed.
Hosted by some of the most respected and forward-thinking companies in the music world these parties will be a hub of activity for industry professionals looking to connect and collaborate.
Whether you’re an artist looking to make valuable connections, a label executive seeking out new talent, or a music journalist on the hunt for the next big thing, these networking parties are the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door and make your mark on the industry.
With an eclectic mix of music and entertainment, as well as plenty of food and drink, these parties are the ideal setting for fostering relationships and building lasting connections.
WEDNESDAY 15 MAY
18:00-20:00
The Great Escape Welcome Party: Presented by BPI
TGE Beach
Open to delegates only
THURSDAY 16 MAY
09:30 – 11:00
PRS For Music Networking Brunch
RSVP here
10:30 – 11:45
Music From Ireland Brunch
More info TBA
12:00 – 16:00
M For Montreal/ NZ Music Commission – Whats 14,000 kilometres between friends?
Patterns Upstairs
12:00 – 16:00
Showcase Cymru Networking Drinks
One Church
More info TBA
13:00 – 15:00
Northern Music Network, In Partnership With PPL
Leonardo Royal Waterfront Hotel – Promenade Lounge
Open to all delegates, please RSVP here
13:30 – 15:30
Audio Network Lunch Mixer
Mrs Fitzherbert
RSVP here
15:30 – 17:30
Downtown Mixer
TGE Beach Site – On The Rocks
RSVP here
17:00-19:00
The Spanish Wave Drinks Reception: Meet the Spaniards!
Leonardo Royal Hotel Waterfront – Promenade Lounge
RSVP here
17:00 – 19:00
UD Music Networking Reception
More info TBA
17:30 – 18:30
ÅÄÖ… Sounds Swedish Mingle
Kooks
RSVP here
17:30 – 19:30
Scotland at The Great Escape Presented by Wide Days
Old Ship Hotel
RSVP here
FRIDAY 17 MAY
11:00 – 13:00
VEVO Brunch at Brighton Beach House
Brighton Beach House
Open to TGE delegates (subject to capacity)
10:00 – 12:00
BIMM x DIY
Leonardo Royal Waterfront Promenade Lounge
Invite only
10:30 – 12:00
SESAC
Kooks
Invite only
10:30 – 12:00
Nordic Brunch hosted by Ja Ja Ja
Redroaster (Brighton Dome)
RSVP here by Wed 15 May
11:30 – 12:30
Zeitgeist – New German Talent Showcase & Reception
Patterns
More info TBA
15:00 – 17:00
The Orchard Happy Hour
Tempest
More info TBA
14:00 – 16:00
Qobuz Catch Up
Leonardo Royal Waterfront Hotel – Promenade Lounge
Open to delegates