2026 YYCMA AWARDS NOMINEES
July 29, 2026
Calgary’s premier music event, the YYC Music Awards, shines a spotlight on artists from one of Canada’s most vibrant and electric music scenes. The YYC Music Awards celebrates the artists that embrace Calgary as home, entertaining and supporting its arts and culture.
Congratulations to the 2026 YYCMA Nominees!
The nomination categories include:
Alternative Recording of the Year
Blues Recording of the Year
Children’s Recording of the Year
Classical Recording of the Year
Community Ensemble of the Year
Country Recording of the Year
EDM Recording of the Year
Folk Recording of the Year
Group of the Year
Indigenous Artist of the Year
Industry Person of the Year
Inspirational/Holiday Recording of the Year
Jazz Recording of the YearÂ
Live Performer of the Year
Metal Recording of the Year
Music Director/Ensemble Director of the Year
Music Video of the Year
People’s Choice Award
Pop Recording of the Year
R&B/Soul Recording of the Year
Rap Recording of the Year
Recording Studio of the Year
Rock Recording of the Year
Single of the Year
Solo Artist of the Year
Songwriter of the Year
The Prophets of Music Emerging Artist Award
Venue or Presenter of the YearÂ
World/Cultural Recording of the Year
For a full list of nominees, visit yycmusicawards.com or click HEREÂ
The 2026 YYC Music Awards Gala will take place on September 20th, 2026 at the Grey Eagle Event Centre, Calgary, AB. Tickets are on sale now! For tickets and further information, click HERE