4 panels | 8+ workshops | 15 music performances One day to take it all in CEMC 2026 is a meeting of the minds where creators, thinkers, and dreamers come together to share knowledge and shape what’s next for electronic music in Chicago and beyond Music: - Headlining performances by DJ Hyperactive & Kate Simko - Rising Star performances by Chicago DJs: Diskoteka, Sunshine Rewind, wOLFY!, Shanti & J. Copes - House on the Harbor patio takeover featuring Cinna, Silk Beats, Floral, House Key, Ghost, Hootie & Carajo - Ambient hybrid opening set by Jac Hoja and Saiklon Panels: - The Human Edge: AI, Tech & Future-Proofing Your Career - From Jacking to Footwork: The Dance Systems That Built a Culture (with Viva Acid) - The Cost of a Night Out (with Producer Podcast) - Chicago’s Legacy & What Comes Next (with Museum of House) DJ/Producer Workshops Powered by Elevated Academy: - Advanced Sound Design - Beat the Clock (Music Production Framework) - Path of the Independent Artist - Artist Storyteller (Posting with Purpose) - Shooting Content That Doesn't Suck Activations: - Midwest Rave Culture Archive - Museum of House - Meet the Professionals: Industry Networking (with Stage Hands) + more Vendor Presentations: - Erica Synths: The Bullfrog Ecosystem (Designed With Richie Hawtin) - Elektron: Workflow for Music Production & Live Hardware Sets - Sensaphonics: Hearing Health 101 for DJs, Producers, and Fans - Robots Are Red: Modular Workshop - Zlob Modular: Intro to Soldering Workshop Vendors On-Site: - Alpha Theta (Formerly Pioneer DJ) - Ableton - ALM / Busy Circuits - WMD + many more We are also offering $25 fixed price tickets for students and $30 fixed price tickets for Bridgeport residents. These must be purchased on site at Ramova Theatre. Please take a look at our Code of Conduct before you head to the show! Questions about parking, food, ticketing or accessibility? Refer to our FAQ Page!