Where Music & technology Come Together
East Coast Music & Technology Convention
ECX: East Coast Music & Technology Convention is the east coast’s alternative to the big music and tech convention often held in California or Las Vegas and which are difficult for many people to attend.
ECX is built for creators ready to expand their craft, students and educators preparing for the future, and technology companies looking to showcase innovation. Together, these audiences create a powerful convergence of creativity, education, business, and emerging technology.
Who is it for?
Creators, Artists, Producers & Media Professionals
This includes music producers, recording artists, DJs, songwriters, audio engineers, filmmakers, videographers, podcasters, content creators, influencers, designers, and digital entrepreneurs.
These attendees should come to ECX to discover new tools, learn from industry professionals, explore music and media technology, connect with brands, improve their creative workflow, and find ways to monetize their work.
Students, Educators, Schools & Workforce Development Groups
This includes middle school, high school, college, and university students, teachers, professors, school administrators, STEM programs, music programs, media departments, career and technical education programs, and workforce development organizations.
These attendees should come to ECX to experience hands-on exposure to AI, robotics, music production, video/media production, immersive technology, entrepreneurship, and future career pathways.
Technology Companies, Brands, Sponsors, Exhibitors & Industry Professionals
This includes AI companies, robotics firms, software developers, music technology brands, audio/video equipment companies, immersive media companies, creator platforms, universities, corporate sponsors, investors, recruiters, and business development teams.
These attendees should come to ECX to showcase products, meet customers, recruit talent, build partnerships, demonstrate innovation, sponsor student engagement, and position their brands in front of a future-focused audience.
EXPLORE THE ZONES
Music & Audio Technology Zone
The Music & Audio Technology Zone brings attendees into the future of sound, production, performance, and creative expression.
This zone showcases the tools and technologies transforming how music is made, recorded, mixed, mastered, performed, distributed, and experienced. From studio gear, software, microphones, controllers, and live sound systems to AI-assisted music tools, immersive audio, DJ technology, and creator platforms, attendees will explore the next generation of music innovation up close.
Robotics & Automation Zone
The Robotics & Automation Zone gives attendees a firsthand look at the machines, sensors, smart systems, and intelligent technologies changing how people work, learn, build, perform, and solve real-world problems.
This zone will feature robotics demonstrations, automation tools, humanoid robotics, drones, smart devices, industrial systems, and hands-on STEM innovations designed to inspire students, creators, educators, entrepreneurs, and technology enthusiasts. It is where future workforce skills meet real-world innovation
AR, VR & Immersive Media Zone
The AR, VR & Immersive Technology Zone transports attendees into the next generation of digital experience.
This zone showcases virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, spatial audio, interactive storytelling, simulation, gaming, training tools, and extended reality platforms that are transforming entertainment, education, live events, music performance, design, and media production.
Attendees will explore how immersive technology is changing the way people learn, create, connect, and experience the world.
AI & Software Technology Zone
The AI & Software Zone highlights the intelligent tools, platforms, and digital systems reshaping creativity, business, education, entertainment, and everyday life.
Attendees will discover AI-powered applications, creator software, automation tools, machine learning demonstrations, app platforms, productivity systems, and emerging digital solutions designed to help people create faster, work smarter, and imagine bigger.
This zone shows how software is becoming a powerful creative and business partner across every industry.
Video & Media Technology Zone
The Video & Media Production Zone puts attendees at the center of modern visual storytelling, content creation, broadcasting, streaming, and digital media.
This zone showcases cameras, lighting, editing systems, production software, podcasting equipment, creator gear, live streaming platforms, virtual production tools, and media workflows used by today’s filmmakers, influencers, educators, brands, and production teams.
From social content to professional media production, this zone highlights the technology powering the next generation of creators.
Creator Business Zone
The Creator Business Zone helps attendees turn creativity into opportunity.
This zone focuses on the tools, strategies, platforms, and business models that help artists, producers, filmmakers, influencers, podcasters, designers, and digital entrepreneurs build sustainable creative brands.
Attendees will explore branding, marketing, monetization, licensing, publishing, digital distribution, audience growth, fan engagement, legal protection, financial planning, and entrepreneurship resources designed to help creators grow from passion to profit.
Friday September 25, 2026
Student & Innovator’s Day
Student & Innovator’s Day is a dedicated ECX experience created to inspire the next generation of creators, technologists, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers.
Students and educators will have access to hands-on demonstrations, interactive exhibits, career-focused presentations, university showcases, and real-world exposure to music production, AI, robotics, immersive media, video technology, and creator business.
This special experience connects education with innovation and gives students a powerful look at the opportunities shaping tomorrow’s industries.
5000
Anticipated Attendees
200
Expected Exhibitors
Who are we
Sponsors & Exhibitor Opportunities
ECX Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities give companies, brands, universities, and organizations a powerful platform to stand out at the intersection of music, media, technology, education, and innovation.
Sponsors and exhibitors can showcase products, demonstrate new technologies, connect with creators and students, generate leads, build brand visibility, and align with a forward-thinking convention focused on AI, robotics, immersive media, audio technology, video production, and the creator economy.
Whether your goal is to launch a product, reach future talent, support student access, strengthen community impact, or position your brand as a leader in emerging technology, ECX offers a high-visibility opportunity to be seen, experienced, and remembered by a future-focused audience.
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked
Questions
What is ECX?
ECX — East Coast Music & Technology Convention is a live expo and convention that brings together music, media, technology, education, and innovation under one roof. The event showcases music production, AI, robotics, automation, immersive technology, video/media production, creator business, student innovation, exhibitors, sponsors, and hands-on demonstrations.
When and where is ECX taking place?
ECX is scheduled for September 25–26, 2026, at the Virginia Beach Convention Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The event will feature exhibits, technology showcases, educational programming, student activities, networking opportunities, and live demonstrations.
Who should attend ECX?
ECX is designed for creators, artists, producers, students, educators, entrepreneurs, technology professionals, media creators, exhibitors, sponsors, and innovation-focused companies. Anyone interested in the future of music, AI, robotics, immersive media, video production, creative business, and emerging technology will find value at ECX.
What can attendees expect to experience??
Attendees can expect interactive exhibits, technology demonstrations, speaker sessions, hands-on experiences, creative showcases, student innovation activities, and networking opportunities. ECX will feature dedicated experience zones covering Music & Audio Technology, AI & Software, Robotics & Automation, AR/VR & Immersive Technology, Video & Media Production, and Creator Business.
Are sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities available?
Yes. ECX is currently offering sponsorship, exhibitor, vendor, university, school, and strategic partnership opportunities. Sponsors and exhibitors can showcase products, demonstrate technology, connect with attendees, support student access, build brand visibility, and position their organizations at the center of a growing music and technology convention.
How can I get tickets or learn more?
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