Additional Events

Before and during NRB 2026 there are several other events taking place that we think might interest our members and attendees. Please review the information below.

Affiliate Events

Monday, 2/16 – Friday, 2/20

Organizations will be hosting events through the week of convention. Affiliates have the option of listing their events here.
Be sure to check the details for each listing to determine if an invitation and RSVP are required.

Screenings

Tuesday, 2/17 – Friday, 2/20

Take time to see some of the amazing films being screened during NRB 2026! This list will be updated frequently as more information is made available.

Before making plans to attend, please stop by the event rooms to check with the host managing the screenings to see if you need to sign up in advance.

Live Broadcasts

Tuesday, 2/17 – Friday, 2/20

Be sure to stop by to see your favorite host doing live, and live to tape interviews!

Check back often as this list is growing daily!

TV Showcase

Tuesday, February 17, 1pm-3pm

Program Directors and Distributors are encouraged to attend the NRB TV Showcase and view the over 25 program trailers created for broadcast and online distribution. Producers will present and pitch projects ranging from feature-length films to documentaries and educational programs ready for air.  Be sure to wear your NRB Registration Badge. You will need a Full Registration or a Tuesday Only registration type to attend this session. Expo Only Registration types will not be admitted.

iNRB Student & Faculty Events

The Intercollegiate National Religious Broadcasters (iNRB) hosts a series of meetings at the NRB Convention that allow students and faculty to learn more about the creative ideas and successes of other schools and programs. There are fantastic opportunities to hear from professionals in the secular and Christian broadcasting industries. In addition, students are able to compete in Production, Audio, Film, and News Challenges.

Pitch-a-thon

Friday, February 20, 3pm-5pm

Ministries, churches, non-profits & media companies who have created any video material should look closely at the NRB Pitch-a-thon, now in its 13th year! We have a number of distributors seeking all sorts of finished ready-to-distribute products – documentaries, movies, series, talk shows, educational material and more.  If you have any show you’ve made or been a part of that you’d like to pitch to them, sign up for the NRB Pitch-a-thon. To receive updates on this and a link to sign up, please add this option during registration.

Latino Media Summit

Thursday, February 19; Friday, February, 20– 9:00am-12:30pm

ComunicadoresUSA presents an event in Spanish for the Latino community. This SUMMIT is becoming the most relevant event in Hispanic media. There will be keynote lectures, panel discussions, workshops, conversations and networking with local and international leaders and experts in the areas of CHURCH, MEDIA, and COMMUNICATIONS. In addition, this is a UNIQUE opportunity to establish or strengthen relationships with the most important media and ministry organizations in the US and the world that meet at NRB 2026.

More information coming soon!

Crown Awards

Wednesday, February 18, 9:00pm – 11:00pm

Join us for the 53nd ICVM Crown Awards Honoring the Best in Indie Christian Film on Wednesday, February 18.  The Crown Awards are a celebration of films and filmmakers, encouraging and inspiring creativity by showcasing great examples of excellence in communicating Christian values.


Digital Ministry Conference

Tuesday, February 17, 8:00am-5:00pm

The Digital Ministry Conference is a 1-day conference where ministry leaders come together and walk side by side through the front lines of digital ministry. At the DMC your team will get practical hands-on training, find a safe place to ask questions and connect with other leaders and be recognized for the amazing things they do every day. Anyone registered for NRB 2026 can receive 30% off a pass to attend the Digital Ministry Conference by using code NRB2026 when signing up for the DMC.