VidCon 2024 Parties + Events Watch ??

I'm tracking the VidCon 2024 parties and activations that are taking place in Anaheim, CA, June 25 through June 29.?

I’ll be sharing even more updates to this list through my ICYMI email newsletter.

For my fellow introverts, where are we all hanging out?!

PARTIES

June 25th

• RockWater and Measure Studio are hosting a Night Before VidCon executive networking event in Santa Monica: RSVP
• Colin & Samir’s Publish Press is hosting a Pre-VidCon Dinner: Invite only

June 26th

• VidCon is hosting its Industry Track Welcome Reception at the Hilton Lanai Deck for people with Industry Track badges.
• Facebook is hosting a happy hour to share updates on the latest creator features: Invite only?
• Instagram is hosting a Creator Café throughout the week at the Hyatt Regency. To get in you'll need an Industry Track badge and a Hyatt pass. It's probably easier to access Instagram's Creator Track Booth at the convention center, 2nd Floor.
• Social Currant and Women In Influencer Marketing are hosting an industry Happy Hour for Managers: Request to join
• Passionfruit, Teachable, and Creator Economy NYC are hosting a “No Cap Hour: Creators Off The Record” happy hour for brands, creators, and media on June 26: Request to join

June 27th

• YouTube is hosting the YouTube Creator Stadium in Room 208 from 9am to 6pm Thursday and Friday for Creator track badge holders
• TikTok is hosting the TikTok Creator Lounge in Room 205 from 9am to 6pm Thursday and Friday for Creator track badge holders
• VidCon is hosting Night of Awesome, the official welcome reception for all VidCon badge holders at the Spotlight Stage (Hall A)
• Thinkific is hosting a creator happy hour: Invite only
• Creators and Conversions: VidCon Series community is hosting a private dinner party for DTC brands and creators: Request to join
• Social Currant and TrendingUp are hosting a happy hour for creators: Request to join

June 28th

• Creators and Conversions: Vidcon Series community is hosting an event called Creators x Brands Speed Dating Party: Request to join
• VidCon's official Festival Dance Party: Nerd Nite takes place Friday night at the Festival stage, sponsored by Disney's Descendants: The Rise of Red

June 29th

• Changer x Inside the Creator Economy are hosting a community happy hour in Anaheim. RSVP
• VidCon and Twix are hosting the TWIX Techno Prom dance party for conference badge holders at Spotlight Stage (Hall A)
• Instagram is sponsoring the Creator Track Reception Saturday night at the 300 Level & California Terrace in the convention center

*If details on RSVPing aren’t listed, sorry, I don’t have a contact for you. My advice is to try and find an employee on LinkedIn (or on the ground at VidCon) and request an invite.?

Platform Panels

INSTAGRAM

Thursday, June 27:

• 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM | (Sponsored) Finding Success: Creator Stories of Instagram | Room 207AB

Featuring Carter Kench (@carterkench), Ve’ondre Mitchell (@veondremitchell), Landen Purifoy (@landenpurifoy) How do you define success? Is it getting your first brand deal? Getting recognized on the street? Being able to leave your 9 to 5? Come be inspired by the stories of some of the fastest growing next gen Instagram creators, and to hear the behind-the-scenes stories along their creator journey.

• 3:55 PM - 4:30 PM | Instagram Creator Culture: Trends, Insights and What’s Next | Anaheim Ballroom C

Instagram has transformed creator culture and continues to play a key role in the evolving creator ecosystem. Creators come to Instagram to create, connect, grow their audience and build their business. In this session, culture experts will highlight emerging trends, insights and topics shaping the creator culture on Instagram and beyond.?

Friday, June 28:

• 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM | (Sponsored) Creators and AI: Uplevel Your Instagram Strategy | Room 207AB

Featuring Don Allen (@donalleniii), Chris Ashley (@chrisashley), Madi Monroe (@madimonroe), Kallaway (@kanekallaway) Join us to hear first-hand from creators how advancements in AI can help creators spark new creativity and find innovative ways to success. As part of the discussion, we'll also share more about Instagram's GenAI powered roadmap and how these tools are helping to fuel the future of digital content creation and audience engagement.

• 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Live Podcast: Close Friends Only with Instagram | Room 213

Featuring Reece Feldman (@guywithamoviecamera) and a surprise guest Ever see a collab between your fave celeb and creator and wonder how it happened? Did they meet IRL or slide in each other’s DMs to go from friends to collaborators? Find out at the first ever LIVE taping of Instagram’s podcast “Close Friends Only". Reece and a special guest will dish on creativity, what inspires them, trends they love, and moments of connection on Instagram.

• 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM | Making the Instagram Algorithm Work for You | Room 204

Join us for an interactive session around your most burning questions about Instagram’s algorithm, and how to leverage the platform to find success. We’ll also cover how to develop a “test and learn” strategy to help Creators optimize their performance across platforms. You’ll leave this session with practical knowledge and an action plan, and plenty of inspiration!

• 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM | Stand Out, Cash In: Building Your Creator Career on Facebook | Room 204

Featuring Jesus Garcia (@mrchuy), Corey Bonalewicz (@iamcoreyb), Becca Bastos (@beccabastos)

In this not-to-be-missed session, we’ll dive into how Facebook can help you succeed as a creator, challenging what you think you might know about the platform. From reaching an audience of billions, to building fan communities, to earning money in new ways, we’ll focus on how our creator tools can help you stand out and cash in – all revealed in a fun way.

TIKTOK

Thursday, June 27:

• 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | POV: How to Grow on TikTok Shop \ Room 207AB

Speakers: DJ Lin, Stormi Steele, Annie Leal, @loveandpebblePresented by TikTok Shop. Join top e-commerce creators and sellers as they discuss their journey with TikTok Shop’s Affiliate platform.

• 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. | TikTok LIVE: From Likes to Livestreaming Pro \ Room 207AB

Speakers: Kira Lise, CedarCouple, Jason Nash, Julianne MeyersDive into the world of TikTok LIVE! We’ll be exploring the journeys of LIVE creators, from viral trends to niche communities. They’ll share their secrets for fostering connections, mastering the art of live streaming, and how they achieved meaningful monetization.

Friday, June 28:

• 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Monetize Your Talent with TikTok Creative Tools | Room 207AB

Speakers: Ted Fernandez, Challan, Brendan NahmiasPresented by TikTok Creator Marketplace. Join us for an insightful discussion between thought leaders from TikTok and the industry as they share strategies, tips, and experiences on monetizing creativity on TikTok.

Saturday, June 29:

• 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. | Creator Workshop: Mastering Long-Form Content & Monetization on TikTok | Room 204

Speakers: Kim Farrell, CinemaJoe, MyHealthyDish, ClaaaarkeLed by the TikTok team and established creators, this session will help you structure your content strategy, highlighting tips for creating and monetizing longer-form content while busting myths and misconceptions around TikTok’s evolving content ecosystem.

YOUTUBE

Thursday, June 27:

11:15 am – 12:00 am | Algorithm Unlocked: Mastering Youtube From Shorts To Screen | Room 204

Speakers: Gwen Miller, Rene Ritchie, Todd Beaupré. Dive into the heart of YouTube’s algorithm and master every format. In this dynamic session we break down the myths and share cutting-edge best practices. Learn how to navigate copyright laws, access more paths to monetization through the YouTube Partner Program, and harness powerful tools like Gen AI labeling. This is your ultimate guide to thriving on YouTube in a multi-format world.

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Creators + Fans: How Passion Pays Off On Youtube |? Ballroom AB

Speakers: Amjad Hanif, Kevin Allocca, Pierson Wodzynski and more Join Kevin Allocca, Global Director of Culture and Trends, and Amjad Hanif, VP of Product Management for YouTube Creators, for the YouTube keynote. Hear about the incredible products, trends, and fan communities that are transforming the creator economy to bring new opportunities for creation, connection, and career building on YouTube.

Friday, June 28:

10:00 am – 10:45 am | Supercharge Your Youtube Workflow: Essential Ai-Powered Tools For Efficiency & Growth | Room 204

Speakers: Sasakthi Abeysinghe, Ebi Atawodi, Jacklyn Dallas and more

Discover YouTube’s tools and AI features designed to streamline your content creation process. Learn how Creators are actively using these features and get insights directly from YouTube product managers. This panel unlocks the secrets to saving time and boosting creativity, while maximizing your community engagement. Leave this panel ready to take your YouTube channel to the next level!

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM | What Women Watch: Finding Success As A Woman On Youtube | Room 207AB

Speakers: McKayla Taaffe Kemper, Molly Burke, Nicole Laeno and more

Hear from leading women creators as they share insights into their content strategies, viewing preferences, and the unique challenges they face online. Understand firsthand why community is so crucial and how these breakout innovators are fostering a more inclusive media landscape. Come celebrate resilience, creativity, and the impact of women’s voices in shaping online communities.

12:00 pm - 12:45 pm | Masterclass: Unlocking Youtube's Algorithm | Room 303AB

Speakers: Rene Ritchie, Todd Beaupré, Gwen Miller. Sponsored. This session cracks the code for YouTube’s algorithm, demystifying what it takes to succeed in a multi-format world. From navigating copyright laws to leveraging advanced monetization paths as well as new gen AI tools for smarter tagging, this masterclass showcases how to build a content portfolio that adapts and excels in today’s competitive media landscape.

2:35 pm - 3:30 pm | Build A Thriving Business With Youtube: From Shopping To Fan Funding | Room 204

Speakers: Merrell Twins, Andrew Leonard, Cassandra Bankson and more. No matter your passion, discover how to make your mark and monetize with YouTube. Top creators take the stage to reveal their strategies for leveraging YouTube Shopping and fan funding to connect deeply with their community, showcase top products, and offer exclusive content. Plus, don’t miss out on YouTube Shopping giveaways for a few lucky attendees, including the hottest picks from our panelists.