2026 | April 10th - 11th

Big. Real. Future.

The design-forward summit for creators, disruptors, and builders shaping tomorrow’s culture, tech, and cities.

2026 | April 10th - 11th

Big. Real. Future.

The design-forward summit for creators, disruptors, and builders shaping tomorrow’s culture, tech, and cities.

Not Just a Conference.

A Movement.

The Creative Futures Con is where culture meets innovation, and ideas become blueprints. Over two days in San Antonio, hundreds of thinkers, designers, entrepreneurs, strategists, and dreamers come together to build what’s next. Through hands-on activations, keynotes, panels, showcases, and masterclasses—we’re igniting a bold future shaped by real creators.


We don't follow trends. We build worlds.

2 Days of World-Building Discovery

Inspire. Educate. Connect.


The Creative Futures is built for creators  who do more than imagine the future—they build it. Our 2026 theme, “Building Worlds,” invites you to explore how creativity, technology, community, and entrepreneurship shape the systems we live in.


Across two packed days, you’ll move between ideas and action through four immersive tracks—each designed to spark breakthroughs, forge connections, and give you the tools to bring bold visions to life.


Creative Industries

Explore storytelling, design, film, fashion, and digital culture. This track celebrates the creators shaping how we see, speak, and express.


Innovation & Tech

Dive into civic tech, AI, data, and smart systems. This is where the digital frontier meets human-centered solutions.


Community & Cultural Impact

Centering people, place, and purpose. This track highlights how creativity can drive equity, sustainability, and social change.


Entrepreneurship & Economic Growth

Scale your creative vision. From startups to investment, this track equips innovators with the strategy, insight, and inspiration to build lasting impact.


This isn’t a passive experience.  It’s 48 hours of immersive conversations, collaborations, and creative fuel to help you build what’s next—together.

DAY  1

  • 9:00-10:15

    Creative Brunch & Networking


    Ease into the day with food, coffee, and casual conversations with fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

  • 10:00-12:30

    Civic x Creative Conversations

    Morning talks led by designers, founders, and public leaders on how creativity drives real change in cities, business, and culture.

  • 2:30-4:30

    Workshops & Exhibition Spotlights


    Choose from interactive workshops, local showcases, and immersive experiences exploring innovation, design, storytelling, and entrepreneurship.

DAY 2

  • 10:00-11:15

    Creative Brunch & Networking


    Ease into the day with food, coffee, and casual conversations with fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

  • 10:30-12:30

    Future-Building Talks & Panels


    Creative leaders discuss innovation, brand-building, storytelling, and how to grow real impact across industries.

  • 1:30-3:30

    Hands-On Labs & Creative Showcases


    A mix of skill-building sessions, live demos, and spotlight conversations from artists, technologists, and entrepreneurs.

Revolutionaries at the Helm

From cultural strategists to startup founders, filmmakers to urban planners, our speakers aren’t here to just talk. They’re here to build, mentor, and spark real creative motion.

Backed by Brands That Build

We partner with those who care about culture—not just capital.
Join forces with creators and future-builders to shape the narrative, host activations, and support real innovation.