As the leading conference for independent music and comedy venues, festivals and the promoter industry, NIVA ‘24 brings the live entertainment community together to The Big Easy to support, educate, and connect industry leaders across the United States.

Conference programming includes an array of sessions addressing current issues affecting the live entertainment field, spanning marketing, ticketing, safety, and advocacy. Evening events will be held at iconic independent New Orleans venues with live shows featuring legends like George Porter Jr. & Runnin Pardners and Rebirth Brass Band.