The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) is the national trade association representing thousands of independent live entertainment venues, festivals, promoters, and …

The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) was founded in March of 2020, at the onset of global pandemic closures that jeopardized the future of independent venues, promoters, …

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 …

Formed by a group of independent venue owners and operators in 2020, NIVA is the first-ever independent live entertainment trade association with more than 20 member-led chapters.

NIVA members represent the small businesses, non-profits, and publicly-owned spaces that make up most of the Live entertainment ecosystem. NIVA offers a range of valuable member …

Jul 8, 2025 · NIVA works to preserve and nurture the ecosystem of live entertainment. NIVA empowers members and their teams with member benefits, advocacy on the state, local, and …

Jun 23, 2025 · As Board President, Andre guided NIVA through two years of growth and foundational strengthening, as the organization dramatically expanded its state advocacy, …

Jan 22, 2025 · NIVA aggregated votes from more than 1,000 NIVA members – consisting of independent performance venues, festivals, and promoters – to uncover the most exciting up …

Aug 19, 2025 · National and state organizations engaged in discussions on how to put in place resale price caps in states across the country. The consensus at the NIVA Policy Summit was …

Independent music venues fuel a $153 billion economy, but many are barely staying afloat. NIVA’s new report breaks down what’s at stake for the future of live music.