Partnership
Opportunities
2026
We create San Francisco's most talked-about moments, and connect brands with the audiences that drive them.
About Us
NPU Live
NPU Live transforms historic and underutilized Bay Area spaces into unforgettable cultural stages. From the Palace of Fine Arts to the Old Mint, our team has produced some of the region's most iconic shows.
The Midway
The Midway is NPU's flagship and San Francisco's premier playground for music, art, food, and innovation. Our 40,000 sq. ft. Dogpatch campus hosts everything from intimate showcases to massive outdoor events.
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Expected Attendance & Event Frequency
Event Nights
Expected Venue Nights in 2026, ranging from 500 - 3,000 per night.
BLOCK PARTIES
Expected Block Parties in 2026, with an average of 10K-15K per event day.
LARGE SCALE
POP-UP
Expected Large Scale Pop Ups in 2026, with an average of 15K+ per event.
estimated attendees in 2026
estimated events in 2026
Our Audience
A young truly engaged local fan base + a VIP traveling audience in town for the Big Game - X3 Distinct Demographics.
Three days are uniquely programmed to create diverse local engagement with national influence and exposure.
Unlike most Big Game events that cater exclusively to traveling VIP audiences, The Lineup attracts tens of thousands of young, highly engaged local party goers while seamlessly entertaining thousands of VIP's, brand partners, celebrities and dignitaries.
* Demographic data from Tixr across all 3 events
HOW WE AMPLIFY YOUR BRAND
Big Ticket Things
Tentpole Events
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Our San Francisco Venues
THE MIDWAY
4 Versatile Indoor Spaces
Outdoor Street Closure feature for large scale open air events
80% of events open to public
20% of events dedicated to private bookings catering to decision makers at Fortune 500 companies
Full Venue Cap: 3,500
Block Party Cap: 7,000+
PALACE OF FINE ARTS
Historic San Francisco venue
50% of event open to the public
50% hosting impactful private corporate bookings for industry leaders
Full Venue Cap: 5,000
SVN WEST
Formerly home of the
Fillmore West and Carousel Ballroom.
50% of event open to the public
50% hosting impactful private corporate bookings for industry leaders
Ballroom: 2,429
Rooftop: 2,143
THE MINT
In the heart of downtown San Francisco. Only minutes away from the Moscone Center.
50% of event open to the public
50% hosting impactful private corporate bookings for industry leaders
Full Venue: 1,000
Pop Up Venues
MIDWAY BLOCK PARTIES
The Midway Block Parties turn the streets into a vibrant open-air festival filled with music, art, and community. Thousands of attendees gather for multiple stages, interactive installations, and curated food and beverage experiences. These large-scale daytime events have become a cornerstone of San Francisco's cultural calendar and a prime opportunity for brand engagement.
Capacity: 10,000+
SAN JOSE CITY PARKS
NPU brings San José to life with immersive pop‑up events that transform public spaces into vibrant hubs of music, art, food, and community. These large‑scale activations draw diverse audiences downtown, energizing the city and creating high‑visibility platforms for brand engagement.
Capacity: 6,000 - 8,000+
GOLDEN GATE PARK
NPU produces a wide range of events in Golden Gate Park, transforming the iconic space into a dynamic destination for music, art, and community programming. From intimate cultural activations to large-scale pop-ups, these events draw diverse audiences and create vibrant, memorable experiences in one of San Francisco's most celebrated public spaces.
Capacity: 6,000 - 8,000+
PIER 80
At Pier 80, NPU transforms San Francisco's industrial waterfront into dynamic event experiences ranging from large-scale music festivals to immersive branded activations. With capacity up to 40,000 daily—evident in events like Portola Music Festival—these activations offer unmatched visibility, urban energy, and premium experiential platforms for brands and communities alike
Capacity: 20,000+
Social Impact
Artist in Residence
The Midway's Artist in Residence program provides emerging and mid‑career artists with rent‑free studio space, resources, and opportunities to showcase their work. Residents engage with the community through exhibitions, workshops, and public activations, adding to the venue's vibrant creative ecosystem. This program fosters innovation while strengthening San Francisco's cultural landscape.
Project Wreckless
Project Wreckless helps Bay Area youth break through personal and professional barriers by equipping them with real-world skills and mentorship. Its immersive program is built around the restoration of classic cars — teaching teamwork, discipline, and technical expertise while preparing participants for life and workplace success. Each project turns a car into a classroom, building confidence and creating brighter futures.
Madam Zola's
Madam Zola's is a culinary incubator and creative gathering space that champions women and BIPOC chefs, activists, and community leaders through pop-up dinners, workshops, and cultural events. Unused food from these programs is repurposed to serve unhoused communities across San Francisco, extending the impact beyond the table. By blending food, storytelling, and civic engagement, Madame Zola's fosters social connection and cultural diversity.