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Live Nation announces Lil’ WeezyCon at Lil’ WeezyAna Fest to provide young people a unique platform of panels, networking, and community engagement.
Live Nation Urban announces a new partnership with the Culture Creators Foundation to launch Lil’ WeezyCon, a dynamic addition to Lil’ WeezyAna Fest in New Orleans. Lil’ WeezyCon will kick off on November 2 at The Fillmore from 10 AM to 5 PM, offering a unique platform for thought leaders, creators, artists, and young professionals to come together for a day of panels, networking, and community engagement.
In a collaborative effort to uplift the local community, Lil’ WeezyCon will actively engage college students, local community organizations, and high school seniors. This initiative aims to provide young with valuable opportunities to connect with top industry professionals and learn about career paths in entertainment and entrepreneurship. Students from Dillard University will help produce the event, while volunteers from LSU, Xavier University, and other local schools will contribute their skills and support.
Tickets to Lil’ WeezyCon are free, making the event accessible to the general public. Additionally, college students with valid student IDs will receive VIP access, offering them exclusive opportunities to network with speakers and industry professionals throughout the day. Registration is available on the Lil’ WeezyAna Fest website.
“We knew we wanted to do something special with this year’s festival, and tapping the Culture Creators Foundation to help us create Li’ WeezyCon felt like the perfect way to engage the community and bring college students into the mix,” said Brandon Pankey, Vice President of Live Nation Urban. “This partnership allows us to expand beyond music and create an experience that leaves a lasting impact on young professionals and emerging creators.”
“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Live Nation Urban to create Lil’ WeezyCon, where we can bring together the brightest minds and most influential voices from across the industry to inspire and uplift future generations,” said Joi Brown, Founder and CEO of Culture Creators Foundation. “This is an incredible opportunity for our community to connect, share knowledge, and build meaningful relationships while celebrating the culture that drives us all.”
Lil’ WeezyCon will feature an impressive lineup of speakers, artists, and thought leaders from across the entertainment and creative industries, from companies and organizations including Udio, Afro Unicorn, Live Nation, Amazon Music, SoundExchange, and many more.
These influential figures will engage in panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions designed to inspire and empower attendees. Topics range from music industry trends and creative entrepreneurship to media representation and social impact.
Lil’ WeezyAna Fest kicks off with a pre-party on Friday, November 1, at 7 PM at The Fillmore New Orleans with special guests, followed by Lil’ WeezyCon on Saturday, November 2. The weekend wraps up with the Lil’ WeezyAna Fest Thank You Brunch on Sunday, November 3, at 10 AM at the House of Blues New Orleans, hosted by Cita and Reginae with special guest Rude Jude.