Drinks, mixers, receptions: Meet industry tastemakers at ESNS25 đŸ„€

08.01.25

ESNS delegates have numerous opportunities to build new industry connections. Whether you're looking to pitch projects, conduct business, or gain insights, be sure to attend ESNS's various mixers, drinks, and receptions to meet new people.

Don't forget to say hi to the person standing next to you! They could turn out to be a valuable business connection.

A selection of networking events at ESNS:

ESNS Speed Meetings

As a delegate, you can now book one-to-one meetings with industry professionals representing various music business expertise. 

Schedule your meetings now for speed meeting sessions such as Meet the Italians, Mental Health Help Desk, ESNS Network Carousel, and many more

Book a Meeting With Industry Professionals đŸ€

FINTA Club Drinks

Join us for a special drinks reception celebrating FINTA (female, intersex, non-binary, trans, and agender) professionals in music programming and booking!

This is your chance to connect with like-minded peers, exchange ideas, and grow your network in a vibrant and supportive setting. Spaces are limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, so secure your spot today. Let’s raise a glass to creativity, diversity, and collaboration in the music industry!

FINTA Club Drinks

Official Opening & Networking

Join us for the official opening of ESNS25, featuring a showcase by Daniela Pes (it).

Official Opening & Networking

Italian Reception

Presented by Focus on Italy

Italian Reception

The Spanish Wave Showcase & Fiesta

The Spanish Wave is attending ESNS for the fourth time, the first showcase and conference festival held in the year with its official showcase & party where will present ST. PEDRO and MARÍA ESCARMIENTO live from 6pm at the Grand Theatre (Up!) for all delegates and media accredited to ESNS, to continue with the concert of MARÍA JOSÉ LLERGO at the Grand Theatre (Main) at 7:30pm

RSVP for the reception fiesta

FRI JAN 18 - 18:00-19:30 - Grand Theatre UP The Spanish Wave Showcase & Fiesta

Revelland Reception: Radical Accessibility

ESNS, VNPF, and Possibilize invite you to a Revelland Reception showcasing an inspiring approach to accessibility—often seen as complex or burdensome. Imagine solutions that unite groups, foster connections, and enhance artistic performances.

Sign up here and discover how accessibility can turn into artistic transformantion.

Thursday, January 16th at Het Paleis 18:00 - 19:00

Focus Wales Reception & Showcase

Hang Out, Not Hung Over

Take a refreshing break from the usual with our exclusive alcohol-free drinks reception! đŸč We invite you to enjoy an open bar stocked with a selection of creative and delicious 0.0% beverages, specially crafted to showcase that a good drink doesn’t need alcohol to shine. This event is all about raising awareness around mindful drinking and embracing an inclusive environment where everyone feels at ease.

Hang Out, Not Hung Over

Pizza & Peroni