We’re signing off from our fourth annual conference in Milwaukee! Thanks to everyone who joined us. See you in Minneapolis for NIVA ‘26!

That’s a wrap on NIVA ‘25 in Brew City!

See You At NIVA ‘26 in Minneapolis!

After bringing together nearly 1,400 attendees in Milwaukee in 2025, we’re turning up the volume for our fifth annual conference—landing in a city known for its grit, guitars, and iconic independent venues.

Join us in Minneapolis, June 7–10, 2026, for bold conversations, compelling programming, and performances you won’t forget.

Early bird registration and programming details coming soon.

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NIVA ‘25 Conference

JUNE 22–25, 2025 | MILWAUKEE, WI

The premier gathering of the nation’s independent live concert, comedy, promoter, venue, and festival industry, NIVA ‘25 once again united the independent live entertainment community with an immersive experience, featuring dynamic programming, educational panels, networking opportunities, live performances, and notable speakers from Meta, YouTube Music, Eventbrite, Wasserman, Riot Fest, BandsinTown, Billboard, Summerfest, and more.

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Meet our Milwaukee Member Venues

Get ready to experience the best of Milwaukee’s independent live events scene! As we gear up for NIVA ‘25, we’re spotlighting our incredible local member venues, promoters, and festivals. Whether you’re catching a show before, during, or after the conference, our members have you covered.

NIVA has also partnered with Milwaukee artist Brandon Singer to create exclusive conference artwork featuring our Milwaukee members. Be sure to stop by the NIVA table to snag some merch!

Come Join Us!

Become a NIVA member or affiliate member and join us in our mission to preserve and nurture the ecosystem of independent venues and promoters throughout the United States. NIVA membership is open to indepedent venues, promoters and festivals, while affiliate membership is available to all entities or individuals working within the live events and surrounding industries.