NIVA Community Conference 2026

NIVA ’26 Conference is the premier gathering for independent venue owners, promoters, artists, and industry professionals—bringing together educational panels, elite networking, advocacy sessions, and live musical performances across iconic Minneapolis venues. In its fifth year, the conference continues to champion the grassroots live entertainment community through bold conversations, compelling programming, and electrifying showcases—supporting, celebrating, and elevating independent stages, festivals, comedy rooms, and performing arts centers nationwide.