# Music festival programming in Bilbao

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/music-festival-programming-in-bilbao
> Updated: 2026-09-19T19:54:43.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The music festival scene in Bilbao is preparing for upcoming major events. The BIME Live festival has announced its fourteenth edition, scheduled for October 27 to 30, 2026. The BIME Pro segment will feature a lineup including Ana Mena, Justin Quiles, Sat Bisla, Leon Farrell, and Maria Arnal. Industry discussions are set to address topics such as the economic tensions in the music business, the role of independent venues, and the coexistence of musical activities with urban rest rights.

In addition to BIME, the Bilbao BBK Live festival has announced its 2027 dates for July 8, 9, and 10 at Kobetamendi. Following a previous edition that attracted over 110,000 attendees, the 21st edition is expected to feature a mix of national and international artists.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Bilbao music festivals announce dates and industry programming

Bilbao prepares for major musical events, including the announcement of Bilbao BBK Live 2027 dates and new artist confirmations and industry discussions for BIME Bilbao.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bilbao-music-festivals-announce-dates-and-industry-programming

### 2026-09-14: BIME Live announces 2026 professional lineup in Bilbao

BIME Live has announced its 2026 professional lineup in Bilbao, featuring Ana Mena, Justin Quiles, and industry experts to discuss global music market trends.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bime-live-announces-2026-professional-lineup-in-bilbao

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