From Mashable · Olivia Tauber · · 1m
VidCon moves to Nashville for 2027
VidCon x LIONS Creators shifts from Anaheim to Nashville in 2027 after merging with LIONS.
In brief
VidCon x LIONS Creators shifts from Anaheim to Nashville in 2027 after merging with LIONS. VidCon will host its next major event in Nashville, Tennessee, not Anaheim, California. Originally reported by Mashable.
VidCon leaves Anaheim
VidCon is moving from Southern California to Nashville for its 2027 event under a new name.
“The creator convention is leaving Southern California for the foreseeable future.”
New event name: VidCon x LIONS Creators
The merged event will launch as VidCon x LIONS Creators at Insight to Impact festival in Nashville.
“LIONS (which runs the Cannes Lions advertising festival) is bringing it to Nashville next fall under a new name.”
First event in Denver
Insight to Impact festival will debut in Denver in October 2026 before moving to Nashville in 2027.
“It’ll be part of a larger marketing festival called Insight to Impact, launching in Denver in October 2026 before moving to Nashville in 2027.”
VidCon at Cannes Lions
VidCon will return to Cannes Lions advertising festival in June 2027 for its fan-focused programming.
“VidCon won’t be at the Denver debut, but it will appear at the annual Cannes Lions advertising festival in France in June 2027.”
VidCon's history
Founded by YouTubers Hank and John Green in 2010, VidCon started in Anaheim in 2012.
“Founded by YouTubers Hank and John Green in 2010, VidCon first came to the city in 2012.”
Creator event focus
The event connects creators with fans, industry professionals, and platform leaders for business and community.
“The creator world grew with it. Today, creators build audiences across TikTok, Twitch, Instagram, and podcasts.”
What it means
VidCon will host its next major event in Nashville, Tennessee, not Anaheim, California.
