NAB Show
Networking Lounge.
About the Lounge
New this year, NAB’s Networking Lounge serves as the central hub for connection and community. Stop by to connect, relax and engage throughout the Show.
- ELIGIBILITY: Open to all registered attendees; no credentials or special access required.
- PRICE: There is no charge to enter. All food and beverages are available for purchase unless attendees receive a complimentary drink ticket from a sponsor.
2026 Sponsors
The Networking Lounge is sponsored by Diversified, in partnership with Amazon Video Services.
Amenities
Lounge Bar
Grab a drink, charge your phone and watch live TV at our central bar. Alcohol service begins at 2 p.m. and runs until close.
Cabanas
Take a break and watch your favorite shows in one of our two cabanas featuring lounge furniture and Amazon Fire TVs. One of the Cabanas can be reserved for VIPs.
Food and Beverage
Coffee, espresso drinks, water, sodas and snacks are available throughout the morning and afternoons.
Pop-Up Interview Area
Attendees can use a sports anchor-style desk for live or recorded interviews.
NBA Playoffs Watch Party
Sponsors will host an NBA Playoffs watch party within the lounge. More information coming soon.
HOLD: Activation Area
TBD
Location and Schedule
⚲ Grand Central Lobby, directly in front of the C1 door entrance (CAN WE GET A DIRECT LINK TO MYS?)
| Time | Sat. April 18 | Sun. April 19 | Mon. April 20 | Tues. April 21 | Wed. April 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. | OPEN | OPEN | OPEN | OPEN | |
| 10 a.m. | First-timer Meetup | Corporate Enterprise Meetup | Creators Meetup | ||
| 11 a.m. | OPEN | ||||
| 12 p.m. | |||||
| 1 p.m. | CLOSE | ||||
| 2 p.m. | |||||
| 3 p.m. | |||||
| 4 p.m. | Startup Happy Hour | ||||
| 5 p.m. | CLOSE | Streaming Community Happy Hour | Young Professionals Happy Hour | Startup Happy Hour | |
| 6 p.m. | |||||
| 7 p.m. | CLOSE | CLOSE | CLOSE |