25 February 2027 | Hilton Park Lane, LONDON
The Arthur Awards – the most prestigious and highly anticipated annual awards of the global live music business – take place during ILMC week, with a broad music business audience in attendance.
Housed in a brand-new top-flight venue for 2027, the night sees 600 of the world’s top live music professionals – promoters, agents, venues, festivals, and more – come together as excitement builds, the winners are announced, and the golden statuettes are handed out.
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Three decades of celebrating excellence
The Arthur Awards began as a tongue-in-cheek affair in 1995 but have grown over three decades to become known as the Oscars of the international live music business.
The finalists in each category are shortlisted from thousands of votes received from fellow live industry professionals from across the globe. Once the shortlist in each category is announced, the winners are selected by an open vote of live music professionals in addition to a closed jury vote.
The 'Off the Charts' Gala Dinner
The evening begins with a champagne reception before the real spectacle begins: a five-star, four-course banquet from the Hilton’s award-winning chefs, complemented by fine wines, all with illustrious company.
As anticipation builds, the spotlight shifts to the Arthur Awards themselves: eleven categories, countless nominees, and only one victor in each. The 2027 Awards will be hosted by The Arthurs’ longstanding host and conductor extraordinaire, Ms Emma Banks.
Arthur Award Highlights
Artur Mendes
Co-managing Director & Partner
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Boom Festival & Being Gathering
Born in Lisbon, Portugal, Artur is co-managing director and partner of Boom Festival and the Being Gathering: both recognised for fostering transformative experiences.
He also serves on the board of the Portuguese Association of Promoters of Shows, Festivals, and Events (APEFE).
He holds a degree in Social and Organizational Psychology from ISCTE – University of Lisbon, and is currently doing an Executive Master at ISCTE. He has also broadened his studies in Permaculture, Ecovillage Design, Organic Agriculture, Creative Leadership (THNK), Design Thinking, Copy Writing, to name just a few.
His journey spans from the social sector to the electronic music scene, where he has been active since the early 90s. Professionally, he has contributed to curation, production for music events, shows and festivals; and communication across various media platforms, including TV, websites, and books.
As a speaker, he has participated at international events across the world. His intention with Boom Festival focuses on awakening the subversive self, encouraging individuals to inspire change within their communities.
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