Musicians from all over will gather in Lowell on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 21-22 for the New England for the New England Music Awards.

The New England Music Awards are presented every year to the musicians who call New England their home and whose dedication, spirit, and achievements over the last year have without a doubt established themselves as a contributing force to the most robust and diverse music scene in the country. The NEMA nominating committee consists of journalists from music publications, radio personalities, talent buyers and record label execs collectively representing all six New England states.

With more than 100 artists and bands nominated, more than 40,000 voters cast their votes in January. The awards, presented at Lowell Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, Feb. 22, will include performances by nominees Nemes (Best in State ~ Massachusetts), Haley Sabella (New Act of the Year), Dressed for the Occasion (Best in State ~ New Hampshire), Josh Logan (Male Performer of the Year), Sarah Borrello (Rock Act of the Year), Will Dailey (Male Performer of the Year) and The Mallett Brothers Band (Band, Album of the Year). Comedian Steve Sweeney will host/ emcee the evening’s festivities, which will include a special featured performance by Lowell’s own Riverhawk Party Band and special guest award presenters.

The weekend will include a kickoff party, BrewFest, Nominee Showcase, Artist Conference and more.

For full details, visit nemusicawards.com. Tickets to the awards ceremony are $10 and can be purchased at lowellauditorium.com.