# Event Details - **Event Name**: CreatorCon 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: The largest gathering of brand leaders and content creators in the Midwest.About this EventCreatorCon is a full-day immersive experience built to spark the next wave of meaningful brand-creator partnerships. You’ll hear from bold voices, meet emerging creators, and walk away with fresh ideas, real connections, and the momentum to create work that matters.We’re packing in keynotes, panels, workshops, and live demos with plenty of room for coffee, convos, and curated connections along the way.What's New In 2026CreatorCon 2025 set the bar high. In 2026, we’re raising it.This year’s experience is more curated, more intentional, and designed for real outcomes.We’re introducing focused brand and creator tracks, tactical workshops, transparent case studies with real numbers, and a structured Creator x Brand Connect session to spark meaningful partnerships.We’re also expanding into Covington, Kentucky for a walkable, campus-style experience. Main stage at Madison Theater. Breakouts at Sparkhaus. Coffee at Cauldron Cafe. Drinks at Coppin’s. The entire day is designed to flow, connect, and feel immersive.Expect more brand-side voices, deeper enterprise conversations, smarter measurement discussions, and forward-looking sessions on AI, retail media, and the future of influence.Diverse topics.Actionable presentations.Intentional breaks.Real connection.High-impact experiences mean limited spots.Pre-sale opens soon with our best pricing of the year, saving up to 45% off full price!Full speaker lineup and agenda TBA.Secure your seat early.https://youtu.be/4FSBKQBTwdk?si=C8d0A5ix0uDq-JbfWhat We’ll CoverThe Business of Influence: Monetization, deal structure, media models, B2B creator marketing, long-term partnerships, compensation transparency, recurring revenue models.Brand Strategy in the Creator Era: How brands structure programs, internal buy-in, measurement frameworks, creator as media channel, enterprise risk management, retail integration.Creative That Converts: Storytelling, hooks, content formats, platform shifts, short-form vs long-form, community building, relevance over reach.Amplification & Distribution: Paid media, whitelisting, retail media networks, performance creative, repurposing creator content, creator as performance channel.The Future of the Ecosystem: AI, creator-led brands, owned audiences, newsletters and podcasts, regulation, platform volatility, community as competitive advantage.Food, Fun, and Interactive MomentsFuel up with coffee and light bites, connect over a catered lunch, and wrap with a happy hour across our Covington campus.Explore vendor demos, interactive activations, elevated swag, and the chance to win a CreatorCon Sprint. This is a conference designed to move, explore, and experience, not just attend.Who It’s ForWhether you’re building a brand, growing a platform, managing creator partnerships, or turning attention into impact, you’ll feel right at home.Brand marketers & social media leadsContent creators & creative entrepreneursAgencies, strategists, and platform partnersAnyone obsessed with where creativity meets commerce https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/250092d0-114b-11f1-beef-a18d27c3085a-rimg-w1110-h740-dcebe9eb-gmir.jpg TicketsOne day. Two tracks. Real relationships. Practical ideas you can use immediately.Every ticket includes a full day of programming, connection, and community.Choose your level of access.General AdmissionThe full CreatorCon experience.Opening and closing keynotesBrand and Creator breakout tracksTactical workshopsFeatured brand + creator case storiesAsk Brands Anything main stage sessioCreator x Brand Connect networkingIntentional networking lunchSwag bagRaffle entryYou will leave with new ideas, new relationships, and new momentum.All-Access PassEverything in General Admission, plus:Welcome Party access the night beforeFull event recordings post-conference (including any breakouts or sessions that you did not attend)Entered in raffle to win a free CreatorCon Sprints Strategy Session hosted during the event (valued at $1,500)Extend the experience beyond one day and connect with the community from the very start.VIP ExperienceEverything in All-Access, plus:Priority check-inVIP-only Coffee Lounge Experience hosted the morning of the eventReserved premium seatingVIP-only private lunch and meet-and-greet with our keynote and select speakersPremium swag bagExtra raffle entriesFewer lines. Closer access. Deeper conversations.Limited VIP spots available. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2550aea0-114b-11f1-92a1-4f801371dba8-rimg-w1110-h740-dc030301-gmir.jpg What past attendees said...“Still on a high from yesterday. It’s no surprise that @dooleysocialstudio absolutely showed up and showed out for their very first CreatorCon.”“I just really wanted to share how amazing today was. Ready for 200 more CreatorCons!” https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/25b081e0-114b-11f1-92a1-4f801371dba8-rimg-w1110-h740-dc030301-gmir.jpg Crowd ParticipationGot questions? We always make time for our attendees an opportunity to probe further into our presenters' expertise. We also invite a small number of guests to share one-minute presentations about various social media topics, including best practices, tools, case studies and more. If you're interested in speaking, drop us a line: info@dooleysocial.studio.About Dooley's Social Media Show & Tell:What started as a small gathering for social media enthusiasts has grown to an annual event series featuring practitioners who share a behind-the-scenes look at how businesses succeed with social. With cutting-edge topics and education, this event has served as a gathering space for executives, strategists and consultants to learn the latest best practices in the field.Agenda🕑: 07:45 AM - 08:45 AMRegistration + Coffee🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:10 AMHigh-Energy Kickoff🕑: 09:10 AM - 09:50 AMOpening Keynote🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:15 AMFeatured Main Stage Presentation🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:40 AMBreak + Activations🕑: 10:40 AM - 11:25 AMBreakout Block 1Info: Track A for Brand Leaders and Track B for Creators🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMBreakout Block 2Info: Track A for Brand Leaders and Track B for Creators🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PMIntentional Networking Lunch🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:45 PMAsk Brands Anything (Main Stage)🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PMCase Story Session (Main Stage)🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:50 PMBreak + Activations🕑: 02:50 PM - 03:50 PMCreator x Brand Connect🕑: 03:50 PM - 04:20 PMCreatorCon Sprints Demo🕑: 04:20 PM - 05:00 PMClosing Keynote🕑: 05:00 PMHappy Hour - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/covington/creatorcon-2026/100001983349426525 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, conferences, meet-and-greet, parties, meetups, it, art, theatre, entertainment, storytelling, kentucky-derby - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 85, max: 595, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Covington - **state**: KY - **country**: United States - **location**: SparkHaus - **lat**: 39.0824361 - **long**: -84.51002299999999 - **full address**: SparkHaus, 727 Madison Avenue, Covington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CreatorCon 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/267db412ee5e3a06d159a929af6a55cab855b148d6e4bf1da0d35827fb8907ee-rimg-w1200-h800-dc070501-gmir.jpg?v=1771914998 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CreatorCon 2026 being held? - **A:** CreatorCon 2026 takes place on Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at SparkHaus, 727 Madison Avenue, Covington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for CreatorCon 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for CreatorCon 2026 range from USD 85 to USD 595 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVIP - IndividualUSD 595AvailableVIP - Pair (2-Pack)USD 565AvailableVIP - Group (5-Pack, bring up to 5 people)USD 535AvailableAll-Access - IndividualUSD 375AvailableAll-Access - Pair (2-Pack)USD 355AvailableAll-Access - Group (5-Pack, bring up to 5 people)USD 335AvailableStandard - IndividualUSD 225AvailableStandard - Pair (2-Pack)USD 210AvailableStandard - Group (5-Pack)USD 200AvailableADD-ON: Official Welcome Party Access - May 13USD 95AvailableADD-ON: Digital Replay & Session RecordingsUSD 85AvailableADD-ON: Welcome Party + Recordings BundleUSD 160Available - **Q**: Who is organizing CreatorCon 2026? - **A:** CreatorCon 2026 is organized by Matthew Dooley, Founder/CEO of Dooley Social Studio. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CreatorCon 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Covington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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