Jonathan’s blockbuster book The Anxious Generation has sparked a global conversation about the effects of smartphones and social media on young people’s development.

Joining us virtually from a busy book tour, his keynote presentation will explore what kids content creators and platforms can do to help restore balance to a childhood experience that has shifted dramatically and detrimentally from play-based to phone-based.

You gateway into licensing insights & connections

In this powerhouse fireside chat, Hasbro's Tim Kilpin will explore how storytelling, technology and toys work together to build powerful kids franchises, revealing how play drives brand evolution across shelves, screens and emerging platforms.

Kicking off our Creator Economy day!

Jordan Matter reveals how authentic family storytelling built massive engagement and 275 million monthly viewers on YouTube. Hear his insights on creative freedom, community-building and staying memorable in a fast-moving and crowded digital landscape.

Come and gain actionable insights on how to manage creative freedom in a family-friendly way, build communities that last, and stand out in an ecosystem where attention can be fleeting but authenticity endures.

Dropping anchor at a new venue!

Kidscreen Summit 2026 will take place at the Sheraton San Diego Resort, a newly transformed waterfront property with spectacular views of the marina and downtown skyline.

DISCOUNTED ROOM RATE OF JUST US$319 FOR ATTENDEES

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Back by popular demand…
Jessi Cruickshank!

She delivered a show-stopping performance as the host of our 16th annual Kidscreen Awards last year, lighting up the room with big energy, endless laughs and a whole lot of heart as we honored the year’s best work in kids TV and digital entertainment.

And we’re thrilled to announce that Jessi will be joining us to host the KSAs again during Kidscreen Summit 2026 (Feb 22–25, San Diego). Mark your calendars for this unforgettable night of celebration, comedy and maybe a few surprises.

Introducing our 2026 Content Advisory Board!

Kidscreen Summit is thrilled to welcome an esteemed group of industry leaders who will offer their expertise and work with our content team to help steer the conference programming for this year’s event.

SOME COMPANIES THAT ATTEND

40%
US

18%
Canada

19%
Europe

9%
UK

11%
Asia
Pacific

3%
Other

Attendance
ranges from
1,600 to 2,000
delegates
from all over
the world

Attendees by sector

43%

PRODUCERS

17%

OTHER

consumer products, digital media

16%

CREATIVE

writers, directors, talent

14%

BUYERS

channels, streamers

10%

DISTRIBUTORS

“In what is now a truly global business, Kidscreen gives me an extraordinary opportunity to meet new people and catch up with old friends. There is a great variety of thought-provoking content on offer, and I always come away having learned something new.”

Sarah Muller

Head of Commissioning & Acquisitions, 7+

BBC Children's & Education

“It’s good to take the time to reflect and be inspired by the many panels that address hot topics of the industry at Kidscreen Summit.”

Olivier Dumont

President

Hasbro Entertainment

“Without Kidscreen Summit, LAPC might never have financed its first-ever series, Balloon Barnyard, and who knows whether we’d still be around if that hadn’t happened. Every year at the conference, we get crucial feedback, not only on our work but on the industry in general.”

Nadine Bates

Co-CEO/Co-Founder

Like A Photon Creative