Various locations and countries
The Worldwide Music Expo (WOMEX) is the largest trade fair for ethnic, traditional and folk music and, with its showcase festival, one of the most important international stepping stones for live acts. The annual event does not have a fixed venue, but has been held at different locations all over Europe since 1994.
WOMEX 2025 at a glance:
● 2 040 music professionals
● 100 countries represented
● 60 showcase acts on 7 stages, with 281 musicians representing 45 countries
Next WOMEX: 21–25 October 2026 ｜ Gran Canaria (ES)
WOMEX 2025 ⎪ 22–26 October, Tampere (FI) ⎪ Review
Global diversity in the far north
WOMEX – Worldwide Music Expo is considered one of the most important international trade fairs for the global music industry and styles from around the world. It combines trade fairs, conferences, film programmes and showcase concerts. After three editions in southern Europe and last year’s stop in Manchester, the 31st WOMEX from 22 to 26 October 2025 in Tampere, Finland…
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