AIR Awards of 2026
| 2026 AIR Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | 30 July 2026[1] |
| Venue | Adelaide Town Hall, Australia |
| Website | https://air.org.au/air-awards/ |
The 2026 AIR Awards are the upcoming twentieth annual Australian Independent Record Labels Association Music Awards ceremony (generally known as the AIR Awards). On 1 February 2026, the date and location was announced alongside the opening of the nomination period (for released between 1 January and 31 December 2025) and will close on 13 March 2026.[1][2]
In 2026, the dance/electronic award has been expanded. The previous "Best Independent Dance or Electronica Album or EP" is now titled "Best Independent Electronic Album or EP" and two new awards added, "Best Independent Dance/Club Single" and "Best Independent Electronic Single".[1]
See also
References
- ^ a b c "The Australian Independent Record Labels Association (AIR) is thrilled to announce the 20th edition of its annual AIR Awards, marking two decades of championing Australia's independent music sector". Australian Independent Record Labels Association. 1 February 2026. Retrieved 6 February 2026.
- ^ "Nominations Open for Expanded 2026 AIR Awards". Noise11. 2 February 2026. Retrieved 6 February 2026.