The market for music and dance films convenes specialist buyers and content creators in February. Avant Première Music + Media Market 2026 runs from 14 to 18 February in Berlin and targets audiovisual professionals working with musical and documentary formats.
Dates and venue in Berlin
Avant Première Music + Media Market 2026 takes place between 14 and 18 February. The Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz will host on-site activities, screenings and meetings.
Who attends and what companies participate
Producers, broadcasters, distributors and programmers focused on cultural TV and VOD content make up the core audience. The market is organised by the IMZ International Music + Media Centre, an international network promoting performing arts through audiovisual media.
Program features and market tools
The event program includes curated screenings, a printed and online screenings catalogue, and an accessible participant list. Matchmaking is available both online and on site, enabling pre-scheduled meetings and targeted viewing sessions for buyers and sellers.
How to prepare B2B prospecting at Avant Première Music + Media Market 2026
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Identify priority screenings and request passes for key buyers. Combine public presentations with short private follow-ups to convert interest into commercial conversations.
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Use the event platform for matchmaking and to arrange meetings before arrival. Filtering the participant list helps target the right contacts.
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Prepare digital pitch materials and screeners to send immediately after meetings. Quick access to content and technical details shortens decision cycles.
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Structure your team with clear roles for demoing, negotiation and follow-up. This reduces friction during tight meeting slots.
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Schedule back-to-back slots around screenings to maximize contact time with attendees who view your titles.
Final note and official link
Avant Première Music + Media Market 2026 gathers the operational tools needed to present and place music and documentary content in broadcast and VOD channels. Register and check the schedule, participant list and matchmaking features at the official site https://event.avant-premiere.net to plan your agenda in advance.
