August 21–23, 2026 · Detroit, Michigan

Where creators, culture, and community collide.

Join filmmakers, photographers, streamers, designers, entrepreneurs, and fans for three unforgettable days of workshops, panels, networking, performances, and creativity.

5,000+ Attendees
60+ Creators
30+ Sessions
Main Event Space Cadets presents Goteicon — a rocket streaks past the Goteicon astronaut emblem against a starfield
Live Panels Industry Insights
Creator Lab Hands-On Workshops

Made for the next generation of

FILMMAKERS PHOTOGRAPHERS DESIGNERS STREAMERS ENTREPRENEURS

More than a convention

Turn your creative ideas into real opportunities.

Goteicon brings creative communities together in one space. Learn from experienced professionals, showcase your work, meet collaborators, and discover new ways to grow your platform.

01

Creator Workshops

Learn photography, video production, branding, editing, storytelling, social media growth, and monetization.

02

Industry Panels

Hear honest conversations about building audiences, getting clients, landing partnerships, and maintaining creativity.

03

Live Experiences

Enjoy performances, creator competitions, screenings, exhibitions, meet-and-greets, and exclusive product launches.

04

Community Networking

Connect with creators, agencies, brands, business owners, event organizers, and future collaborators.

Meet the cadets

The crew behind the mission.

Goteicon is powered by a small team of Space Cadets on a shared mission to help creators grow. Here is a little about who we are.

“We exist to help creators turn passion into possibility — giving every voice the room, the tools, and the community it needs to reach further than it could alone.”
— The Space Cadets crew

Featured content

Watch, learn, and get inspired.

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How independent creators are building their own platforms

Discover the systems, habits, and strategies helping emerging creators turn passion projects into sustainable businesses.

Creating professional images with a simple setup

Building a personal brand people remember

Featured guests

Meet the voices shaping creator culture.

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Maya Brooks

Filmmaker & Creative Director

Storytelling Panel
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Jordan Ellis

Photographer & Educator

Photography Workshop
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Taylor Reed

Streamer & Content Strategist

Audience Growth Panel
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Alex Morgan

Designer & Brand Founder

Creator Business Panel

Convention schedule

Three days of creative experiences.

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FRI 21

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Opening Day and Creator Showcase

Registration, opening ceremony, exhibitions, panels, networking, and the creator showcase.
SAT 22

10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Workshops, Competitions, and Performances

Hands-on creator labs, live demonstrations, special guests, competitions, and evening entertainment.
SUN 23

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Community Day and Closing Celebration

Portfolio reviews, final workshops, community discussions, awards, and the closing celebration.

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Tune in and get involved.

Catch the latest from the crew, or jump in and help us build the first-ever Goteicon.

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