Content creation can be a solitary job. Even though it’s centered around community, much of that interaction happens online. In 2009, brothers John and Hank Green, the creators behind the popular Vlogbrothers YouTube channel, set out to change that.
"A couple of months ago, [my brother] John and I decided that we were really interested in the possibility of getting a real-life online video conference happening, in order to get all of the best online video creators together in one place," Hank Green said at the time, according to The Hollywood Reporter. "Online video is a really huge deal now — we have people on YouTube that have a bigger audience than Oprah or Anderson Cooper."
And with that, the first VidCon was born.
What Is VidCon?
Launched in 2010, VidCon became the first major convention for online video creators and their fans. It brought together influencers, industry professionals, and audiences for panels, performances, meet-and-greets, and behind-the-scenes conversations about the future of digital media.
Now, 15 years later, VidCon is still going strong — a reflection of how online content creation has evolved from a niche interest into a global industry.
When is VidCon 2025?
This year's VidCon will take place June 19-21 in Anaheim, California. And Mashable will be on the ground at the Anaheim Convention Center, talking to your favorite creators and covering all the latest trends.
What are the three tracks at VidCon?
This year, there are three tracks at VidCon: Community, Creator, and Industry.
The community track is for fans and mostly consists of meet-and-greets, Q&As, and creator panels. It's the least expensive track, with single-day tickets starting at $96 and multi-day tickets starting at $175.
The creator track is, well, for creators. You get access to the community track offerings, along with workshops, panels, lounges, mentorship panels, and more. It's the second most expensive track, with multi-day tickets starting at $268.
Finally, the most expensive track is the industry track. It's billed for "creator economy leaders" and includes so, so many networking opportunities. Multi-day tickets for this track start at $1,130.
Which creators will be at VidCon?
At VidCon, you'll see featured creators, Hall of Fame inductees, and creators who simply bought a ticket to attend. As it coincides with YouTube's 20th anniversary, expect to see some legendary names on the creator lineup.
This is the inaugural VidCon Hall of Fame, and the creators being honored include Rhett & Link, Ian Hecox and Anthony Padilla, Tyler Oakley, Grace Helbig, Joey Graceffa, Rosanna Pansino, and Hank Green.
Here is a very long list of the nearly 200 featured creators at this year's convention:
Aaron Parnas
Ana Saia
Anthony Hamilton Jr
Anthony Padilla
Aphmau
Arianna Hailey
Asher Lara
Ashley Alexander
Ashley Ippolito
Astro Alexandra
Audity
Austin Sprinz
Azerrz
B Mo the Prince
Bailey Sarian
Blair Imani
Briel Adams-Wheatley
BrodyAnimates
Bryce Xavier
Cam Wilder
CaptainPuffy
Carter Kench
Cash
cassiesbooktok
Caylus
CG5
Chad Chad
CheapPickle
Chubbyemu
CircleToonsHD
Connor Tomlinson
cuptoast
DanCookedIt
DangMattSmith
Daniel Thrasher
Dollar Tree Dinners
Dr. Sandra Lee (aka Dr. Pimple Popper)
Dream
Dtay Known
Eddie Zepeda
Eleanor Neale
Ella Caroline
elliot
Enola Bedard
Ericka Bozeman
Ethobot
Evan and Katelyn
Fannita
Fernanda Cortes
FunkyFrogBait
Georgie (soupytime)
Gianna Marie (Gwizzle)
Grace Helbig
HaileeandKendra
Haminations
Hank Green
Hannahxxrose
Hew Moran
Horchata Soto
Howieazy
Hudson Matter
Ian Hecox
IBella
illymation
Imani Barbarin
IMHO: The Podcast
Infamous Swoosh
Insane Shayne
Jack Manifold
jacknjellify
Jason Bravura
Jason Linton
Jeenie Weenie
Jeffrey Bui
JellyBean
Jenny Hoyos
Jenny Solares
Jesser
Jessica Kaylee
Jesus Nalgas
Jezelle Catherine
jmancurly
Joey Graceffa
Jonny Morales
Jools Lebron
Jordan Matter
Josie Kay
Justin Flom
Kalen Allen
Karen Mendoza
Kat Buno
Katie Ann
Kelly Wakasa
Kelsi Davies
Kenzie Yolles
Kevin Langue
Kevin T. Norman
KHARRII
Khian KB
Kiera Bridget
KikizCosmeticz
KreekCraft
KREW
Kristopher London
Lamarr Wilson
Lana Rae
Landen Purifoy
LaurDIY
Leah Ashe
Leo González
Like Nastya
Lisi Shops
Lonnie IIV
Lyanna Kea
MacDoesIt
Madison Marilla
Mattie Westbrouck
MeganPlays
Megha Rethin
Merrick Hanna
Mia Dio
Mikey Angelo
Molly Burke
Mythical Kitchen
Naomi Hearts
Nathan Kessel
NichLmao
Nick Pro
Nick Wilkins
Nico
Nicole Laeno
Nicole Rafiee
Nihachu
Peet Montzingo
Purplecliffe
QCP
Ranboo
Rebecca Parham (Let Me Explain Studios)
rekrap2
Rhett & Link
Rosanna Pansino
Rubasworld
Sa Nguyen
Salish Matter
Samantha Eve
Sambucha
SauceyAustin
Savanah Moss
SeanDoesMagic
Skip the Tutorial
skyyjade
Slimecicle
SMOSH
Sneegsnag
Socksfor1
Sofi Manassyan
Sofie Dossi
SoupTimmy
Spizee
Steven He
Sweet Impact
Sydney Morgan
Tannerwiththe_tism
TechJoyce
Tubbo
Tubby Nugget
Tyler Oakley
Tyler Vitelli
V Spehar (@Underthedesknews)
Valentine Brothers
Valerie Lepelch
Vivziepop
VMT
Wallibear
Watcher
Wheezy
Zay Dante
Zhong
Zoetube
zoeunlimited
What kind of panels are at VidCon?
There are a ton of panels to get excited about, but, depending on which track you're on, you can see everything from the "YouTube Keynote: Celebrating 20 Years on YouTube" to "Mapping the Modern Creator Economy: Trends, Tensions, and What Comes Next." Check out the full schedule for yourself on the VidCon website.
Can I watch any of the VidCon panels if I'm not there?
You can follow VidCon's social media accounts on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and X to keep up to date on everything happening during the convention.
