PuSh Industry Series 2026
MST Territories // Vancouver, BC, Canada
January 27 – February 1, 2026
A leading assembly for the international performing arts sector. Part showcase, part gathering, the Industry Series brings together 240+ global performing arts professionals for six days of sector-specific exchange.
Experience visionary Canadian performances. Participate in curated discussions, peer networking, artist walks, and studio sharings. Connect across disciplines, regions, and roles. A space for seeing what’s next—and shaping what’s possible.
** Registration Closed **
Delegate Resources
Schedule at a Glance
Pass Options
Registration for the 2026 PuSh Industry Series has closed. If you have questions or need support, please contact industry@pushfestival.ca
Build-Your-Own-Track Industry Pass
Create your own Festival path.
What’s Included
- All PuSh Industry sessions
- Catered lunches
- Social events
- Festival Lounge Bar | Presented by GNW Scene Shop
- A 20% discount to performances of your choice during the Industry Series.
All-Inclusive Industry Pass–SOLD OUT
Your schedule is curated for you, making it the most seamless way to experience PuSh—with 35% savings on the total ticket value.
What’s Included
- Everything in the BYOT Pass, plus:
- Tickets to the full lineup* of Industry Week performances (Jan 26–Feb 1)
*as availability lasts
Local Industry Pass
Tuesday January 27, 2026
9:30AM–5:00PM
PuSh is excited to offer a new one-day Industry Series pass designed specifically for local artists. This pass provides full access to all Industry programming on Tuesday, along with a catered lunch and inclusion in the Industry Series delegate list.
Local artists will experience the Territorial Welcome, an excerpt from Dancers of Damelahamid’s Raven Mother, Curatorial Thinking Across Borders: Spotlights on Visiting Delegates, and Musical Tables networking. It is a full day of connection, learning, and direct engagement with national and international artists, producers and presenters.
What’s Included
- Pass pick-up and morning meet + mingle
- Territorial Welcome and Raven Mother excerpt
- Spotlight on Visiting International and National Delegates
- Catered lunch
- Musical Tables networking
- Inclusion in the 2026 Industry Series delegate list
Complimentary Industry Pass for Indigenous Delegates
As part of PuSh Festival’s commitment to supporting greater Indigenous representation and voices within the performing arts sector, we are offering complimentary BYOT Industry Passes to artists, producers, and arts workers who identify as Indigenous and wish to attend the 2026 PuSh Industry Series.
| If you identify as Indigenous and would like to participate, please get in touch with Brian Postalian at industry@pushfestival.ca to arrange your pass and receive further details. |
Registration closes January 16, 2026
Industry Pass Comparison
| Features | Build-Your-Own-Track Industry Pass | All-Inclusive Industry Pass |
| Access to all Industry Sessions | ✅ | ✅ |
| Catered Lunches Tuesday-Friday & Sunday Brunch | ✅ | ✅ |
| Access to all Social / Networking Events | ✅ | ✅ |
| Festival Lounge Bar Access | ✅ | ✅ |
| PuSh Festival Performance Tickets | 🎟️ 20% discount on PuSh Festival performances from Jan 26–Feb 1, so you can curate your own Festival experience. | 🎟️ Tickets to all PuSh performances during Industry Week (Jan 26–Feb 1*) — pre-selected and scheduled for you *as availability lasts |
| Savings | 20% off individual tickets | 35% savings on total ticket value |
| Ideal For | Delegates who want flexibility to choose their own shows | Delegates looking for a seamless, curated path — we arrange your full performance schedule. |
Waitlists for Sold Out Industry Performances
Delegates can contact the box office by phone (1.604.605.8284 | Toll Free (within North America) 1.866.608.8284) or email (tickets@pushfestival.ca) to request to be added to any waitlist for a sold out performance. In the event that tickets become available, we will contact patrons up to three hours before the performance in the order that they have been added to the waitlist.
From three hours from the performance onwards, the best chance to attend a sold out performance will be to show up to the venue at least thirty minutes in advance in the event that seats become available.
Travel Promotions for PuSh Industry Attendees
Planning your trip to Vancouver for the Industry Series? Take advantage of preferred hotel rates from $144/night and exclusive flight savings available only to registered delegates. Explore all current travel and accommodation promotions designed to support your visit.
See Promotion DetailsAdvertising Opportunities
Advertising opportunities are available in the PuSh Industry Series Program Guide, shared physically and digitally with national and international delegates throughout the week.
Specs & Rates
- Full Page: 4.75″ x 7.75″ – $400
- Inside Front Cover (subject to availability): 4.75″ x 7.75″ – $500
- 1/2 Page Horizontal: 4.75″ x 3.75″ – $275
File Format
- High-resolution CMYK PDF with type elements outlined, no cropmarks
Deadlines
- Booking: December 1, 2025
- Artwork: December 15, 2025
| For more information or to reserve your placement, please contact Development Associate, Jenny Lee Craig at development@pushfestival.ca. Please note all prices are subject to GST. |