Indie music venues bring millions to Illinois, new report finds
Independent music venues in Illinois contributed $2.3 billion to the state's GDP in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind report released this week.
NIVA State of Live: How US Independent Venues Power Local Economies
Across the United States, independent music venues are doing far more than hosting concerts – they are fueling jobs, tourism, and cultural connection in every community.
Report: R.I.’s independent live entertainment industry contributes $138.2M to state GDP
Rhode Island’s independent live entertainment industry contributes $138.2 million to the state’s gross domestic product, according to a report by the National Independent Venue Association.
SD's indie music venues fuel state economy, local artists
California's independent music venues contributed nearly $11 billion to the state's economy in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind report released this week.
New NIVA Study Reveals the Hidden Economic Power (and Urgent Challenges) of Independent Live Entertainment
The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has released its individual State of Live reports, a series of statewide studies examining the economic contributions of independent venues across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. The reports provide policymakers, community leaders, and NIVA members with localized data on the contributions and challenges of independent venues, festivals, and promoters.
Independent live music venues are struggling
A new report from the National Independent Venue Association shows that independent, live entertainment brings billions in tourism to Florida, but many are still facing struggles.
Indie music venues bring billions to Tennessee, U.S. economy, report finds
Independent music venues contributed $86 billion to the U.S. economy in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind report released this week.
Independent live music venues are struggling in Florida and beyond, report shows
A new report from the National Independent Venue Association shows that independent, live entertainment brings billions to Florida.
NIVA Releases ‘State of Live’ Reports Detailing Economic Impact of Independent Venues Nationwide
On Wednesday, the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) released its State of Live reports—a series of studies examining the economic impact of independent live music venues across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
Just 1 in 5 Ohio Independent Music Venues Were Profitable Last Year, Report Says
But a new bill heading through the Statehouse, pushed by State Senator Kent Smith, could help change that with rebates on alcohol taxes.
Ohio's Concert Venues Struggled to Turn a Profit in 2024, Data Shows
While these venues comfortably support local jobs, tourism and economic growth, financial stability and vitality is threatened by nationwide industry scalping.
NIVA Releases State-Level ‘State Of Live’ Reports
The National Independent Venue Association has released 51 state-level versions of its State of Live report, examining the economic contributions of independent venues in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Flyte “heartbroken” to have American visas denied at last minute before tour, losing $20,000
They said that in today's touring climate the news was "pretty catastrophic", and urged fans to hold onto tickets for rescheduled dates
Live Nation and Ticketmaster sued
In the United States, Live Nation and Ticketmaster are being prosecuted for facilitating the illegal resale of tickets.
Upcoming events underscore the value of region’s creative economy
Polina Osherov, the co-founder of Indianapolis-based nonprofit Pattern Inc., is organizing Indiana Creative Economy Summit for the third straight year. A music-themed partner event, the NIVA Live Policy Summit hosted by the National Independent Venue Association, is scheduled Oct. 15-16 at Fountain Square’s Hi-Fi venue.
VenuesNow 2025 All-Star Honoree: Audrey Fix Schaefer
As communications director for the I.M.P. family of D.C.-area venues — which includes the 9:30 Club, The Atlantis, Lincoln Theatre, The Anthem and the Merriweather Post Pavilion — Audrey Fix Schaefer knows the scene in and around our nation’s capital well.
‘Our Tent Onstage Flew Off Like a Parachute’: How Climate Change Hit This Summer’s Tours
From Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and Steve Miller to Bonnaroo and other festivals, extreme weather continued to slam into live music in 2025
NIVA To Hold Live Policy Summit
The two-day event will take place in Indianapolis on October 15 & 16
NIVA Sets First-Ever Live Policy Summit For Indianapolis
The National Independent Venue Association will host its first-ever Live Policy Summit Oct. 15-16 at the Hi-Fi in Indianapolis.
NIVA Live Policy Summit aims to ‘strengthen the ecosystem’
The Nation Independent Venue Association (NIVA) and the Indiana Independent Venue Alliance (IIVA) will host the NIVA Live Policy Summit on October 15 -16 at the HI-FI in Indianapolis.