The Recording Academy will bring back Grammy House New York for a second consecutive year, hosting a two-day pop-up event on 10 and 11 June 2026 that celebrates music, culture and community while highlighting the artists and industry leaders shaping the future of the business.
Following its successful debut in 2025, Grammy House NY will serve as a hub for musicians, creatives and music professionals, offering a programme of discussions, live performances and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration, creativity and cultural exchange.
This year’s event coincides with Indie Week, New York Music Month, Pride Month and Black Music Month. Across six programmes over two days, Grammy House NY will spotlight women in music, independent artists, Black, Latin and LGBTQIA+ creators, while also addressing mental health and wellbeing within the music industry.
The event is anchored by the Recording Academy’s DREAM Network (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music People), an initiative focused on supporting music professionals across eight priority communities and creating a greater sense of belonging among Academy members.
“Music is collaborative, diverse and inclusive. It celebrates different identities and also brings people together like nothing else,” said Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Grammys. “We look forward to bringing the New York music community together at this specially curated space and fostering memorable moments between music people and fans.”
Partners supporting the event include A2IM (American Association of Independent Music), United Airlines and PATRÓN Tequila, which will serve signature cocktails throughout the event, including the official 2026 Grammys cocktail, “The Clear Winner”.
Women, AI and Independent Music Take Centre Stage
The opening day begins with Breaking Boundaries, a programme presented by Women in the Mix that will celebrate the achievements and influence of women in the music industry.
The session will feature a conversation between Slayyyter and Jamie Dominguez, National Director of Industry Relations at The Mechanical Licensing Collective, moderated by Leah Dowdy of the Recording Academy. The discussion will be followed by an intimate performance from Slayyyter.
Later, Empowered for Advocacy will explore how artists can protect and advance their careers as artificial intelligence continues to reshape the music landscape. The panel will feature independent artist Russ, singer-songwriter Stella Prince and Grammy-nominated artist Wizzmer, with moderation from music executive Andreea Gleeson.
The evening concludes with Frecuencia Latina: A Latin Artist Showcase, the first Latin music showcase to be held at Grammy House NY. Presented by DREAM Network group Crear Música, the event will celebrate the growing global influence of Latin music through performances from aLex vs aLex, Snow Tha Product and ZTVZ.
Black Music Month and Mental Health in Focus
Day two opens with A Celebration of Black Creators, presented by the Academy’s Black Music Collective. The programme will honour Black Music Month through discussions centred on culture, creativity and community.
Featured guest Erick the Architect, the rapper, producer and founding member of the influential Brooklyn hip-hop group Flatbush Zombies, will take part in a panel discussion before delivering a live performance.
Mental health and wellness will then move to the forefront during Mind, Body & Music, presented by MusiCares. The session will feature a fireside conversation between Michelle Williams and MusiCares Executive Director Theresa Wolters, focusing on maintaining wellbeing throughout the creative process, touring schedules and wider industry pressures.
Pride Month Celebration Closes Event
The event will conclude with Out + Proud: A Queer Artist Showcase, celebrating emerging LGBTQIA+ talent and creativity during Pride Month.
The showcase, presented by Academy Proud, will feature a performance from Mad Tsai, with additional artists to be announced. Hosting duties will be carried out by Luxx Noir London, known for her appearance on the hit television series RuPaul's Drag Race.
Grammy House NY is an invitation-only event and forms part of the Recording Academy’s wider efforts to promote inclusion, representation and meaningful engagement across the global music community.
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