Saskatoon, SK September 24 - 29, 2024

Save the date and join us in Saskatoon, SK. Breakout West features an immersive music industry and artist development conference, and a festival with 50+ artists performing across multiple venues. The festival highlights Western Canadian talent alongside select International and Pan-Canadian artists.

The WCMA head office is located in Winnipeg, MB. We recognize the ancestral lands, from Treaty One Territory, the original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. 

News

BreakOut West news and more 

Showcase Festival

A multi-genre line-up of over 50 artists showcasing over 3 nights at 8 local host live music venues.

Conference

The four-day conference brings together key players and tastemakers from around the world

Featured Artist/Industry

Features highlighting the best in Western Canadian talent

Awards

The Western Canadian Music Awards