As the Latin music industry continues its unprecedented global expansion, Billboard’s Latin Music Week 2025 is poised to deliver its most extensive program yet, scheduled for October 20-24 at The Fillmore Miami Beach in Florida. The five-day event will feature over 31 panels, workshops, live performances, and networking opportunities, bringing together more than 100 artists and executives from around the world.
A private advisory dinner held on September 18, 2025, has already generated significant industry buzz, with key figures including Nelson Albareda and Walter Kolm gathering to discuss the upcoming celebration of Latin music. This intimate gathering served as a strategic platform for showcasing the event lineup while facilitating discussions on market trends, artist development, and potential collaborations.
The daytime programming will include artist conversations, industry panels, and practical sessions on visa and immigration issues. Notable discussions feature Pablo Alborán alongside producer Julio Reyes exploring the anatomy of hit-making, while Interscope’s CEO John Janick will join Nir Seroussi to analyze Latin music market strategies. The exclusive panel and debut performance of Santos Bravos will be a highlight for attendees seeking to discover emerging talent.
Evening showcases, open to ticketholders via RSVP, will spotlight both established stars and emerging talents. Participating artists will gain valuable insights on streaming distribution strategies across platforms like Spotify, SoundCloud, and Tidal to maximize their global reach.
“Latin Music Week continues to raise Miami Beach’s profile nationally and internationally,” noted the city’s mayor, highlighting the event’s cultural and economic impact. With Latin music driving $1.4 billion in market value as the fastest-growing genre globally, the timing couldn’t be more significant.
Latin music’s global ascendance transforms Miami Beach into an international cultural epicenter, powering economic growth through artistic innovation.
The week culminates with the Billboard Latin Music Awards on October 23, broadcast live on Telemundo and Peacock, followed by an official afterparty. A special workshop on pursuing sync deals will help artists understand how to license their music for films, commercials, and video games as an additional revenue stream. Festivities conclude on October 24 with “The Most Beautiful Party In The World” at BRESH MIAMI’s M2 venue.
BMI has confirmed its sponsorship, joining forces with the Black Promoters Collective and other strategic partners to enhance networking opportunities and exposure for artists at all career stages. Attendees can purchase tickets through a secure payment system that supports various pricing tiers for different access levels.
“This event reflects the remarkable global expansion of Latin music,” emphasized Billboard’s Chief Content Officer Leila Cobo, underscoring the week’s significance to the industry’s continued growth.
