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

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, festivals, …

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 …

NIVA provides a space for its members to connect, collaborate, and seek information through webinars, town halls, and more. The NIVA community is more than just a network of contacts.

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 federal levels, an …

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-and …

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.

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, launched a national …

Aug 19, 2025 · Join the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) at the NIVA Live Policy Summit presented by Tixel on October 15–16, 2025, at HI-FI Indy in Indianapolis, IN.

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.