News and Opportunities

A free day of panels, workshops, presentations and networking for those working in, supporting or aspiring to work in the music industry. The Launchpad Conference returns for 2026. Join us on Friday 27th of March 2026 for a day of discussion, learning and networking, with speakers from the local music scene, and those working on a national and international level at Leeds School of Arts @ Leeds Beckett University City Campus. If you are involved in music at any level and hope

Freelance Networking Day - Evening Social Date: Wednesday 26 November, 5pm - 7pm Venue: Phoenix Dance Theatre, 2 St Cecilia Street, Leeds LS2 7PA An evening of networking, discussion, and the opportunity to meet like-minded creatives from across the North hosted by Phoenix Dance Theatre. We’re inviting freelancers from all areas of the arts to join us for our Freelance Networking Day – Evening Social. Whether you’re a performer, musician, producer, costume designer, lighting

The West Yorkshire Music Network invite you to our Christmas Social at Hyde Park Book Club! Join us for a relaxed evening of drinks and networking with others working in and creating music in West Yorkshire. 15th December 7pm-11pm Free Entry Featuring: DJ set from Rachel Jazz Find out more! The West Yorkshire Music Network works in partnership with Create Britain, Come Play With Me, Leeds Conservatoire and West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

SisterHudd is starting a new chapter for women in music across Huddersfield and Kirklees. We want you to help shape what comes next. We’re hosting an open conversation and networking session for women artists, musicians, DJs, and producers, and anyone passionate about making the local music scene more inclusive and supportive. This is a community consultation workshop designed to listen, connect, and co-create the future of SisterHudd. We want to understand: What are the barr