This is the room where the future of festivals gets defined. Bringing together some of the most influential talent buyers and operators in the world—Kevin Lyman, Gus Canazio, Brooke Dunford, and Patrick Guay—this headline panel dives into how festivals are evolving at every level.
From global mega-festivals like Rock in Rio and Lollapalooza Brazil to cultural mainstays like Warped Tour, Boots and Hearts, and Osheaga, these leaders are shaping what millions of fans experience each year. The conversation explores how booking strategy, audience behavior, economics, and global competition are redefining what a successful festival looks like—and what it takes to build, scale, and sustain the next generation of live events.
