NAB. The 2025 NAB Show , which will be held April 5-9, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is where the future of broadcasting, media and entertainment takes center stage.
As the industry navigates rapid innovation, this year's event will highlight five major forces shaping its evolution: artificial intelligence (AI), the creator economy, streaming, cloud virtualization, and sports. With cutting-edge technology on display and an expanded lineup of immersive sessions, hands-on experiences, and thought-provoking discussions, the NAB Show remains the premier destination for professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve.
"The NAB Show has led the charge in innovation for media and entertainment, and this year is no exception," said Karen Chupka, executive vice president and general manager of NAB Global Connections and Events.
Sports Summit
A notable addition this year is the three-day Sports Summit, which runs from April 6-8. Discussions will explore technology and trends transforming the fan experience and driving new revenue streams, including innovations in live sports production, media rights negotiations, and the impact of free-to-air TV streaming channels (FAST) on sports streaming.
NAB Show will feature major sports brands such as AWS, ARRI, Avid Technology, Blackmagic Design, Canon, Ross Video, Sony and Verizon Business.
Creator Economy
The creator economy, currently valued at more than $191 billion, is another focal point of NAB Show. With tens of millions of professional content creators around the world, NAB Show examines how these individuals are redefining storytelling, funding projects independently, and building significant online audiences. The main stage will feature Dhar Mann, Forbes' top creator, on The Power of Positivity: Building the World's Largest Digital Scripted Studio – Dhar Mann Studios, which highlights the shifting paradigms in content creation and distribution.
The Creator Lab, powered in partnership with Blackmagic Design, builds on its 2024 debut with more hands-on learning and education from top thought leaders on topics such as AI as a creative partner, how to win the algorithm war, and the power of authenticity.
The Entertainment Business
In partnership with The Ankler, NAB Show presents the Business of Entertainment theme, a two-day program that offers insider perspectives on significant changes in the industry. Topics include media deals, content bundling, new advertising models and Hollywood's convergence with the creator economy. Attendees can expect sharp analysis and candid conversations that address the changing dynamics of audience engagement and revenue generation in the entertainment sector.
This topic features WWE President Nick Khan and Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque, who will discuss the company's continued evolution, from global expansion and talent development to innovative storytelling and the integration of new technologies.
With an agenda packed with expert perspectives and cutting-edge knowledge, the NAB Show 2025 is set to become an essential gathering for media and entertainment professionals.
For full details of the show, visit https://www.nabshow.com/
