ARIA Awards to celebrate 40th anniversary in Sydney

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The 2026 ARIA Awards will celebrate their 40th anniversary on Wednesday, 18 November, returning to the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney. The milestone ceremony will be broadcast live on Paramount+ and will feature both historical celebrations and a spotlight on contemporary Australian music talent.

In conjunction with the anniversary, the ARIA Award for Best Use of an Australian Recording in an Advertisement will return for its fourth year. Entries for this category open on Friday, 21 August, for the eligibility period spanning 23 August 2025 to 21 August 2026. The winner will be announced during the main ceremony.

Entities

ARIA Awards · Annabelle Herd · Australian Recording Industry Association · Hordern Pavilion · Sydney

Sources

2026 ARIA Awards return to Sydney on 18 November for 40th anniversary [www.tvcentral.com.au]

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The Adland ARIA is back: Entries open tomorrow, Friday 21 August [campaignbrief.com]

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