Interested in performing at The 2027 NAMM Show?
Each year, NAMM hosts multiple stages across The NAMM Show Campus to provide emerging and established artists the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of an engaged and diverse industry audience. The submission window to preform a showcase at the 2027 NAMM Show is August 6th - September 16, 2026.
Submission Information
The submissions window for The 2027 NAMM Show is August 6 - September 16, 2026. Performers wanting to participate in a Bands at NAMM showcase must go through the formal submission process. The Bands at NAMM selection committee will review all submissions and performers will be notified by October 28, 2026 if they have been selected to perform.
About Bands at NAMM
It wouldn't be The NAMM Show without live music! Bands at NAMM venues include six stages throughout the NAMM Campus. Performers interested in participating in Bands at NAMM must go through the formal submission process.
NAMM receives thousands of performance requests, and a limited number of opportunities are available. If you are not selected to perform at a particular show, you may always submit again in the future.
Bands at NAMM Artists Receive
- A NAMM Show badges for each performer and guest (a $300 value)
- Exposure to a diverse audience of music enthusiasts, industry professionals and media
- Access to education sessions during show
- Access to networking events during the show
- Networking through the NAMM Show App
- A $50 gift cards to The NAMM Store for each performer
NiNi, Traditional Chinese Folk, Artist“Playing for musicians is special because they listen in a different way — they hear intention, technique and nuance; but they’re also open to being surprised. I think it becomes more of a conversation than a performance.”