NON-COMMvention 2026

The premier music industry conference for non-commercial triple-A radio stations, NON-COMMvention returns as an in-person gathering on May 5-8, 2026 at World Cafe Live.

WXPN will be streaming most NON-COMM performances live on XPN.org and broadcasting live on air. 

NON-COMM is the annual gathering of public (non-commercial) radio music programmers and managers, music industry representatives, and music media from across North America returns to uncover the very best in new music from emerging and established artists.

Eligible WXPN Members are offered a special opportunity to purchase Listener Passes, which offer access to:

  • 3 evening artist showcases
  • 3 Free At Noon concerts
  • The Music Meeting

NON-COMMvention is produced by WXPN for Triple A stations and will take place at WXPN / World Stage (formerly World Cafe Live) in Philadelphia. Evening and noontime musical showcases will feature 25+ of today’s leading artists and bands from around the world. Conference sessions explore the best practices, opportunities, and challenges for stations with a focus on artist and community impact and sustainability.

2026 Lineup

DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE

RYAN BINGHAM

ARLO PARKS

HISS GOLDEN MESSENGER

MOLLY TUTTLE

TYLER BALLGAME

FANTASTIC CAT

MON ROVÎA

BROTHER WALLACE

WEIRD NIGHTMARE

TELEHEALTH

CARDINALS

FRIKO

ALEX AMEN

BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE

RHIANNON GIDDENS

KEVIN MORBY

MEDIUM BUILD

HANNAH COHEN

THE HOOTERS

STEPHEN WILSON JR.

GAIL ANN DORSEY

BLESSING JOLIE

BEBE STOCKWELL

THE ANIMEROS

BUFFALO TRAFFIC JAM

FREAK SLUG