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 play in front of an engaged and diverse industry audience. The submission window to perform at The 2027 NAMM Show will open on August 6th, 2026.
Submission Information
The submissions window for The 2027 NAMM Show will take place August 6 - September 16, 2026. Performers interested in participating in Bands at NAMM 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 and neighboring hotels. 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, we encourage you to submit again in the future.
Bands at NAMM Artists Receive
- NAMM Show badges that provide show floor access
- Access to networking events during the show
- Access to education sessions during shows
- Additional guest badges for family and friends
- Networking through The NAMM Show app
- Exposure to a diverse audience of music enthusiasts, industry professionals, and media
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.”