Scale up your creator economy initiatives by attending industry-focused events this August. Connect with the right people who can help you address a critical challenge or take advantage of a unique chance to grow. Take this opportunity to learn from experts and enhance your skills to thrive in this increasingly competitive landscape.
The influencer marketing event for brands on the East Coast brings together 500+ brands and 50+ speakers. The one-day conference features tactical sessions that cover community building, creator relations, measurement, social platforms, content strategy, and emerging tools. Speakers include marketing leaders from United Airlines, Twitch, Weight Watchers, and Ticketmaster. Free for the first 500 registered brands.
Date: August 6, 2025
Venue: New York Marriott Marquis, New York City
CreatorHub focuses on transforming content creators into business owners while helping entrepreneurs develop compelling personal brands. The three-day event features workshops on revenue systems, product development, and distribution tactics resistant to algorithm changes. The conference targets YouTubers, content creators, streamers, and industry professionals, offering general access and VIP ticket options at tier 2 pricing.
Date: August 15-17, 2025
Venue: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa, Orlando, Florida
Returning for its 12th year, Podcast Movement positions itself as “the world’s most important podcast conference.” The gathering connects podcasters, industry professionals, and service providers with pricing tiers ranging from $499 for creator passes to $2,399 for platinum access. The event highlights industry connections, insights, and innovations that can elevate the podcasting business.
Date: August 18-21, 2025
Venue: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine, Texas
The gaming event returns to Cologne, Germany, with Opening Night Live scheduled for August 19. Gamescom features releases, tournaments, live presentations, hardware showcases, and cosplay competitions. The event includes business opportunities through the Gamescom Invest Circle, connecting early-stage game startups with investors and publishers. The organization also offers “gamescom epix,” a gamification platform for exhibitors to enhance their presence through interactive digital experiences.
Date: August 20-24, 2025 (Opening Night Live: August 19, 2025)
Venue: Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
VidFest Expo returns as a dedicated conference for video content creators. The four-day event offers education tracks on technology, audience growth, monetization, and networking. Confirmed speakers include Roberto Blake (635,000 YouTube subscribers), Gabe AluiSy (100,000+ subscribers), and others specializing in analytics, audience engagement, and AI-driven content creation.
Date: August 21-24, 2025
Venue: Hyatt Regency, Atlanta, Georgia
Now in its 10th year, PLAY.nyc offers indie game developers and small studios the opportunity to showcase their games to industry professionals and consumers. Held in partnership with Anime NYC, the event has grown from 4,000 attendees to hosting 100,000 across a four-day weekend. While primarily a gaming event, it connects with the broader creator economy through digital content development and community building.
Date: August 21-24, 2025
Venue: Javits Center, New York City
Produced by The Tilt and Lulu, CEX targets content entrepreneurs with sessions on creativity, strategic growth, and business development. The three-day conference features speakers including Amanda Northcutt (CEO of Level Up Creators), Amy Landino (High Performance Brand Coach), and Darrell Vesterfelt (VP of Growth at Mighty Networks). Passes range from $795 for conference-only access to $1,095 for all-access, including pre-event workshops.
Date: August 24-26, 2025
Venue: Cleveland Convention Center, Ohio
Scale up your creator economy initiatives by attending industry-focused events this August. Connect with the right people who can help you address a critical challenge or take advantage of a unique chance to grow. Take this opportunity to learn from experts and enhance your skills to thrive in this increasingly competitive landscape.
Creator Economy Live East
The influencer marketing event for brands on the East Coast brings together 500+ brands and 50+ speakers. The one-day conference features tactical sessions that cover community building, creator relations, measurement, social platforms, content strategy, and emerging tools. Speakers include marketing leaders from United Airlines, Twitch, Weight Watchers, and Ticketmaster. Free for the first 500 registered brands.
Date: August 6, 2025
Venue: New York Marriott Marquis, New York City
CreatorHub
CreatorHub focuses on transforming content creators into business owners while helping entrepreneurs develop compelling personal brands. The three-day event features workshops on revenue systems, product development, and distribution tactics resistant to algorithm changes. The conference targets YouTubers, content creators, streamers, and industry professionals, offering general access and VIP ticket options at tier 2 pricing.
Date: August 15-17, 2025
Venue: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa, Orlando, Florida
Podcast Movement
Returning for its 12th year, Podcast Movement positions itself as “the world’s most important podcast conference.” The gathering connects podcasters, industry professionals, and service providers with pricing tiers ranging from $499 for creator passes to $2,399 for platinum access. The event highlights industry connections, insights, and innovations that can elevate the podcasting business.
Date: August 18-21, 2025
Venue: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine, Texas
Gamescom
The gaming event returns to Cologne, Germany, with Opening Night Live scheduled for August 19. Gamescom features releases, tournaments, live presentations, hardware showcases, and cosplay competitions. The event includes business opportunities through the Gamescom Invest Circle, connecting early-stage game startups with investors and publishers. The organization also offers “gamescom epix,” a gamification platform for exhibitors to enhance their presence through interactive digital experiences.
Date: August 20-24, 2025 (Opening Night Live: August 19, 2025)
Venue: Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
VidFest Expo
VidFest Expo returns as a dedicated conference for video content creators. The four-day event offers education tracks on technology, audience growth, monetization, and networking. Confirmed speakers include Roberto Blake (635,000 YouTube subscribers), Gabe AluiSy (100,000+ subscribers), and others specializing in analytics, audience engagement, and AI-driven content creation.
Date: August 21-24, 2025
Venue: Hyatt Regency, Atlanta, Georgia
PLAY.nyc
Now in its 10th year, PLAY.nyc offers indie game developers and small studios the opportunity to showcase their games to industry professionals and consumers. Held in partnership with Anime NYC, the event has grown from 4,000 attendees to hosting 100,000 across a four-day weekend. While primarily a gaming event, it connects with the broader creator economy through digital content development and community building.
Date: August 21-24, 2025
Venue: Javits Center, New York City
Content Entrepreneur Expo (CEX)
Produced by The Tilt and Lulu, CEX targets content entrepreneurs with sessions on creativity, strategic growth, and business development. The three-day conference features speakers including Amanda Northcutt (CEO of Level Up Creators), Amy Landino (High Performance Brand Coach), and Darrell Vesterfelt (VP of Growth at Mighty Networks). Passes range from $795 for conference-only access to $1,095 for all-access, including pre-event workshops.
Date: August 24-26, 2025
Venue: Cleveland Convention Center, Ohio