The Departure Honours, presented by Ticketmaster, is an exclusive star-studded event celebrating the trailblazers shaping our cultural landscape and honouring their groundbreaking achievements and inspiring work.
2026 honourees include Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan, visionary KPop Demon Hunters creator and director Maggie Kang, award-winning writer, director, and producer behind Heated Rivalry Jacob Tierney, and literary trailblazer Rupi Kaur, with additional recipients to be announced.
The Honours, which is part of the Departure Festival and Conference, May 4–10, is an unparalleled opportunity to connect and celebrate with industry leaders, cultural icons, and the most exciting emerging talent. It’s a powerful gathering of some of the biggest names in the creative world and offers a chance to witness and celebrate the impact of those at the forefront of innovation.
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