International Touring Panel: The Opportunities & Challenges of Global Touring | Billboard Live Music Summit 2026

The touring sector is stronger than ever in key territories including the United States and Europe. But as music becomes increasingly global, promoters and developers are looking beyond the space’s traditional strongholds to expand touring to new markets. For this panel, Billboard assembled key players in the concert industry’s accelerating worldwide expansion to break down the opportunities and challenges of global touring.

The 2026 Billboard Live Music Summit takes place on Nov. 10 at the 1 Hotel in West Hollywood. This event brings together artists, executives, promoters, managers and other leaders shaping the live music business. Through conversations, panels and networking, the summit explores the ideas, opportunities and challenges influencing the future of live music.