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COMMUNITY TRACK SCHEDULE
by VidCon
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Festival Dance Party: Viral Vibes FESTIVAL STAGE
Daniel Thrasher
Get ready to party like it’s 2023! Kick off VidCon with a dance party celebrating your favorite online moments. Come drippin’ in the year’s hottest trends and get ready to make new meme-ories. Featuring a special performance by Daniel Thrasher.
THURSDAY, JUNE 22
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Bust a Move: A VidCon Dance Party FESTIVAL STAGE
Cost n’ Mayor, Adam Rose, HappyKelli
Kick off a weekend of fun with TikTok sensations Cost n’ Mayor, Adam Rose, and HappyKelli! What better way to start VidCon than to get your body movin’ and groovin’?
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Creating Communities DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED
BY WONDERSHARE
Eret, spencewuah, David Suh, MeganPlays, Anthony Rivera
The internet has given us more than just a place to consume content. Now more than ever, we can connect with others who share our interests, passions, and views. These dynamic creators will have an uplifting discussion about how they’ve used the things that make them unique to create communities that provide welcoming, safe spaces for their fans.
Moderated by: Isaiah Garza
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Talk Valentina! Effective Allyship SPOTLIGHT STAGE
Mamatot, Mercury Stardust
Being an ally goes beyond voicing your support for a cause on social media. From leading with empathy, to active listening, to using your voice and position of privilege to amplify others, these creators are here to identify the actionable steps you can take today to become a better ally and uplift your community.
Moderated by: Deison Afualo
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Lifestyle Content: The Art & the Impact AMPLIFY STAGE
Kiera, Infinite, Larray, Quen Blackwell, Cosette
There’s something exhilarating about getting a glimpse into the lives of our idols. From inspirational to edu relatable, lifestyle content offers the opportunity for creators to connect with their fans across a broad spectrum of interests and themes. Sit down with these panelists for a look at the pros and cons of sharing your life online and how this personal approach creates engaged communities.
Moderated by: Lexi Hensler
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
The Power of Gaming Communities on YouTube
TRENDING STAGE PRESENTED BY RUBY GILLMAN, TEENAGE KRAKEN
Ludwig, DrLupo, MatPat and Steph, Fuslie With over 2 trillion views and 120 billion hours of gaming content watched across the world last year — the power of the gaming community on YouTube is undeniable. Join YouTube’s new Head of Gaming and who will be joined by a cast of creators in this space to talk about the magical world of gaming on YouTube.
Moderated by: Leo Olebe (YouTube’s Global Head of Gaming)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Live Podcast: Chuckle Sandwich
THE ON AIR STAGE
TedNivison
Join TedNivison at the On Air Stage for some world class-comedy. Get ready to laugh during this special live episode of Chuckle Sandwich.
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Challenge Accepted!
FESTIVAL STAGE
Ian Boggs, CelinaSpookyBoo, Kelsey Dangerous, Nichlmao
If you’ve ever wondered which of your favorite creators would dominate a round of Chubby Bunny or whose refined palate would make them a formidable opponent while identifying baby food blindfolded, this session is for you! Come watch these teams battle it out in some of the internet’s silliest, most iconic challenges and find out who reigns supreme.
Hosted by: Nicole Laeno
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Internet IQ
FESTIVAL STAGE
Sturniolo Triplets, Sweetea
Test your internet intellect along with some of your favorite creators! We’re putting these two groups head-to-head for this exciting game of trivia to see who knows the most about the digital world and their fellow VidCon creators!
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Inspiring the Next Generation of Black Creators
DISCOVER STAGE PRESENTED BY WONDERSHARE
Charlie Curtis-Beard, Rich Black Guy, MissDarcei, Sarah Lugor
Just like the creators who paved the way for them, these creators aim to inspire and facilitate inclusion in the industry for their successors. In this discussion, panelists will talk about who influenced them the most and will highlight the ways they hope to energize and educate those hoping to get into the creative space.
Moderated by: Lauren Ashley Beck
