NIVA And Fix The Tix Applaud Maine’s Nation-Leading Ticketing Law
The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) and the Fix the Tix Coalition applaud the Maine Legislature for passing S.P. 403/L.D. 913—an extraordinary piece of legislation that sets a national standard for consumer protection in the live event ticketing marketplace.
National Independent Venue Association Announces Jim James of My Morning Jacket and Iconic Producer Jimmy Jam to Address NIVA '25, Taking Place in Milwaukee From June 22–25, 2025
NIVA ‘25 to Highlight the Vital Role Artists Play in the Live Independent Community, Featuring A Special Conversation with Jim James at the Opening Party Presented by Eventim on Sunday, June 22 and Jimmy Jam’s Fireside Chat on Tuesday, June 24
National Independent Venue Association Unveils Initial Programming For Fourth-Annual Conference Taking Place June 23-25 In Milwaukee
Presented by Eventbrite, the Independent Live Entertainment Community WIll Gather for Panels, Networking Opportunities, Live Music, and Notable Speakers from Crowbar, The Argo, YouTube Music, Black Promoters Collective, Wasserman, Riot Fest, Bandsintown, Billboard, Pollstar, Hollywood Reporter, Radio Milwaukee, High Road Touring, Songbyrd Music House, and More
Statement from the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) on the White House Budget Proposal to Eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and Existing NEA Grant Cancellations
The cancellation of NEA grants and proposed funding cuts in the President’s budget undermine the billions of dollars in economic activity that nonprofit live performance stages help generate in every state
Statement from the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) on the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the TICKET Act
The speculative ticketing ban in the TICKET Act is an important step toward restoring trust in the ticketing market.
NIVA Statement on Ticketing Executive Order and Congressional Ticketing Legislation
The EO is an improvement on the pending ticket legislation, and should open the door to allow artists and independent venues & promoters to have their voices heard in Congress and reflected in ticketing legislation.
NIVA CA Applauds Assemblymember Isaac Bryan for Introducing Legislation to Ban Speculative (Fake) Ticketing in California
NIVA and its California chapter proudly support Assemblymember Isaac Bryan’s leadership in introducing AB 1349, critical legislation to ban the harmful practice of speculative ticketing in California.
The National Independent Venue Association Presents SXSW Music Festival Panel: “Small Stages, Big Impact: Saving Indie Stages For Artists” on March 13, 2025
NIVA Also Shines a Light on Rising Talent with Two SXSW Official Showcases March 12: NIVA SoCo Stomp at C-Boy’s Heart and Soul and the Official Live List Showcase at Antone’s Nightclub
The National Independent Venue Association Announces Registration is Now Open for NIVA ‘25, Presented by Eventbrite
NIVA ‘25 Will Honor Legendary Tour Agent Frank Riley and High Road Touring, and Feature Speakers from Meta, Snapchat, Eventbrite, YouTube Music, Wasserman, Riot Fest, Bandsintown, Billboard, and More
National Independent Venue Association Presents The 2025 Live List in Partnership with Paste, SARA Live, and The Black List
NIVA’s Third Annual The Live List Elevates Rising, Must-See Artists that Have Launched Their Careers through Independent Venues and Festivals Across the U.S.
“For Los Angeles”—Lord Huron, Local Natives, Medium Build, Magdalena Bay, Stephen Sanchez and More to Play L.A. Fires Benefits at The Troubadour and Lodge Room January 22 and 28
A host of artists are set to play “For Los Angeles”—A Benefit for Those Impacted by Wildfires, two shows for California wildfire relief and recovery.
The National Independent Venue Association Launches First-Ever Economic Research Survey of Independent Live Sector
The State of Live Study Will Quantify Economic Contributions and Address Challenges of Independent Venues, Promoters, Performing Arts Centers, and Festivals Nationwide