The Audio Engineering Society (AES) announces key details for the upcoming AES Show Nashville 2026, alongside confirmation of AES@NAB New York, expanding the Society’s presence to two major U.S. audio production hubs this October.
“AES is dedicated to finding more ways for members and attendees to benefit in key markets,” says Graham Kirk, AES Associate Executive Director. “This October, we are delivering a highly requested AES Show in Nashville while partnering with NAB to provide a forum for broadcast audio professionals in New York.”
AES Show Nashville: A focused audio experience in Music City
AES Show Nashville 2026 will deliver three-day technical program, Friday, October 30 – Sunday, November 1, paired with a two-day exhibition taking place Saturday and Sunday, designed to bring together audio professionals, technologists, creators, and educators for in-depth learning, discovery, and connection.
The exhibit floor will serve as a central hub for activity throughout the weekend and will feature the AES Main Stage, home to the opening ceremony, the show’s main keynote, and a schedule of interviews, insights, and appearances from industry leaders and “famous friends” across music, media, and technology.
Also located on the exhibit floor, the Technology Showcase will provide exhibitors with a dedicated platform to demonstrate real-world solutions, workflows, and practical user advice, offering attendees direct insight into emerging tools and techniques shaping modern audio production.
Access to the exhibit floor, Main Stage programming, and Technology Showcase will be available with the Exhibits+ badge when registration opens in April. AES Members will receive early VIP access to registration, along with first access to the Society’s exclusive hotel room rate at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. Availability at this preferred rate is limited, providing a significant benefit for members who register early.
For those seeking the most comprehensive experience, All Access registration will unlock two full floors of highly focused sessions, including keynotes, technical papers, poster presentations, and networking events. All Access badge holders will also receive first opportunity to participate in a new studio workshop event, with additional details to be announced soon.
Announcing AES@NAB New York
In addition to AES Show Nashville, the Society also confirmed its participation in the 2026 NAB Show New York, taking place the week prior, on October 21–22.
“We’ve enjoyed a strong relationship with AES for more than a decade and are pleased to welcome AES, its members and the professional audio community back to NAB Show New York. Professional audio remains a vital part of the NAB Show ecosystem, and we’re excited to continue that collaboration in 2026,” says Karen Chupka, executive vice president of NAB Show.
AES@NAB NY will feature a free-to-access exhibit floor stage open to NAB Show New York attendees, with a dedicated day of focused Broadcast Audio and Streaming sessions on Thursday, October 22. The program will highlight current challenges, workflows, and innovations impacting audio professionals working across broadcast, live production, and content delivery platforms.
For organizations seeking a New York presence within a broadcast audio-focused environment, AES will also offer exhibition space adjacent to the AES@NAB New York stage, providing exhibitors with direct engagement opportunities alongside curated educational programming.
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