FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE
Caribbean EKCO: One People, One Sound is a Music Festival and Conference held in Barbados dedicated to the development, network and promotion of wholesome Caribbean artistic expressions for positive social transformation. Last held in 2018, this 5-day Music festival features a two-day music conference, a mega-concert, artist showcases, and other events and outreach initiatives.
The festival partners with regional and international music tour organizations and industry executives to share their knowledge about the industry, mentor participating artistes, provide development, and identify promotional opportunities for them in regional and global markets.
This next edition of the festival is scheduled to be held from February 27th, 2025 to March 03rd, 2025.
[ CONFERENCE PACKAGES ]
Early-bird registration opens December 30th, 2024. Early-bird registration ends January 25th, 2025. Registration deadline is February 17th, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Student packages registration deadline is February 19th, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
[ Festival Schedule ]
Check our festival schedule below and stay connected for updates
Opening Ceremony
All Caribbean EKCO Music Festival and Conference participants and special guests are welcomed to the Opening Ceremony and Meet and Greet at 7:00 pm. Network with other participants and specially invited guests and more.
"Awakening" Music Conference Day One
Register to be a part of the Caribbean EKCO 2025 "Awakening" Music Conference at the Solidarity House, Harmony Hall, St. Michael from 9:00 am. Early-bird Registration opens on December 27th, 2024. The deadline for early-bird registration is January 13th, 2025 and the regular registration deadline is February 17th, 2025.
Showcases
Join us at the Pelican Village where participating artists get an opportunity to showcase and to be critiqued by international executives, conference speakers and specially invited guests.
"Awakening" Music Conference Day Two
Day Two of the Caribbean EKCO 2025 "Awakening" Music Conference at Solidarity House, Harmony Hall, St. Michael.
Showcases at Worthing Square
Join us for an evening of music and food at the Worthing Square Food Court where we will be showcasing some of our participating artists.
Church Tours
Caribbean EKCO Participating Artistes will be visiting various Churches across Barbados sharing their music and ministry.
"Boldface" Mega Concert
Its music, beach, and vibes! Join us as we stand against violence at the BOLDFACE Mega Concert on Sunday, March 02nd, 2025 at 3:00 pm at Savvy on the Bay, BayStreet, St. Michael. This is a paid event featuring energetic performances, positive messages, and more.
"Tun Up" Beach Lime
It's going to be fun and vibes on the beach as the Caribbean EKCO 2025 Music Festival closes off with the "Tun Up" Beach Lime at Savvy on the Bay, Bay Street, Bridgetown at 4:00 pm.
[ 2025 PARTNERS & SPONSORS ]
EKCO Nation thanks all of our 2025 various partners and contributors. Your partnership with the Caribbean EKCO Festival is a clear investment in the development and promotion of Caribbean Music that positively impacts our nations and the world.
Support Caribbean EKCO by becoming a partner or making a donation
The success of this venture for the Cultural Industries in the Caribbean is dependent upon the financial support and/or donations of products and services by corporations, government and private sponsors like you. Help us achieve that success.
Your partnership/donation to Caribbean EKCO is a clear investment in the development and promotion of Caribbean Music that positively impacts our nations and the world. Contact us today about our partnership packages and benefits. Monetary donations can be made to our Scotia Bank Account #456124; by cheque to ‘EKCO Nation’ or contact us at (246) 254-3526 / ekconation@gmail.com.
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See below the Music Conference location and click on more information for additional venues
Solidarity House
Harmony Hall, Bridgetown, St. Michael, Barbados
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