See you in San Diego at the 2027 Annual Conference!
ACSO is heading to San Diego! Save the date for the 2027 ACSO Annual Conference, August 12–14, 2027, at the Bahia Resort Hotel on Mission Bay, hosted by the San Diego Symphony.
Join orchestra professionals, musicians, board members, volunteers, students, and industry partners from across California and beyond for three days of learning, connection, and inspiration in one of California’s most vibrant cultural destinations.
Registration opens Spring 2027. More details coming soon! Check back here for the latest news.
Thank You To Our 2027 Host Orchestra
The San Diego Symphony, through unquestionable commitment to the highest levels of artistic achievement, seeks to elevate human potential by providing a shared sense of pride and belonging to something bigger than any of us can achieve alone.
San Diego Symphony Announcement Video
The ACSO Annual Conference gathers 250-300 orchestra professionals and leaders from California and the Western U.S. It's a friendly and welcoming convening where big ideas meet real-world know-how. It’s a backstage pass to the latest trends, bold conversations, and breakthrough strategies shaping the future of orchestras.
Over three jam-packed days, attendees dive into inspiring keynotes, hands-on breakout sessions, lively peer forums, and fun networking events. The conference tackles hot-topics like:
- Building audiences that keep coming back
- Innovating programming and embracing tech
- Forging powerful community partnerships
- Boosting fundraising and revenue streams
- Strengthening leadership and governance
Whether a seasoned executive or new to the field, attendees leave with fresh ideas, new connections, and practical skills to help orchestras thrive.
To revisit over 50 years of past conferences, view the Past ACSO Conferences Program Archive.
Below are a selection of photos from the 2025 ACSO Annual Conference in San Francicso. To enjoy more photos, check out the 2025 Conference Digital Photo Album.
