Winter Music Conference Returns: The Revival of an Iconic Dance Music Event
Kay Cote
March 24, 2025

Winter Music Conference (WMC) is Officially back for 2025

After a long-awaited hiatus, Winter Music Conference (WMC) is officially back for 2025, reclaiming its place as the heartbeat of industry connection during Miami Music Week. Taking over the Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort from March 26-28, this year’s conference is making waves as it marks its 35th anniversary, bringing together the top minds in dance music for a legendary reunion.


For decades, WMC was the premier gathering spot for DJs, producers, label execs, and music lovers—a space where deals were made, careers were launched, and the pulse of electronic music was set for the year ahead. But after its last edition in 2019, the conference hit pause, leaving many to wonder if it would ever return. Now, in 2025, it’s back with fresh programming, legendary speakers, and a renewed energy that the dance music community has been craving.

This year’s lineup is stacked, with Danny Tenaglia and Nicole Moudaber taking the stage for the closing keynote, sharing their journey and insights into the evolution of electronic music. Plus, WMC will host the EDMA and IDMA awards, celebrating the artists, tracks, and industry leaders shaping the future.


As official press for WMC 2025, Amplify EDM will be on the ground, bringing exclusive coverage, artist interviews, and behind-the-scenes content straight to our audience. Stay locked in—this is one dance music comeback story you won’t want to miss.

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