MIPJUNIOR 2026
The global accelerator for kids and family content, from pre-school to young adults.
The global accelerator for kids and family content, from pre-school to young adults.
MIPJUNIOR - DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTS
Sunday, 11th October
From TV to UGC: How Kids IPs are Building Fandom Beyond the Screen
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
10:30 - 11:00
How are kids’ IPs building fandom beyond the screen across Roblox, Minecraft and other UGC platforms?
With Peter Robinson, Gone With; Jay Bennett, Shaftesbury; Ronan Boussicaud, RIVRS; Marcus Holmström, The Gang; Jo Redfern, Coolabi Group.
MIP Headliner - YOUTUBE - Beyond Preschool: Making Great Content for the Gen Z & Teen Audience
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
12:15 - 12:45
How are creators and brands winning the attention of teens and Gen Z beyond preschool?
With Alexis Rice, YouTube; Nicolas Fisch, Mediawan Kids & Family; Charmaine Fernandes, Hasbro.With Emily Horgan, Director, The Kids StreamerSphere; Gregory Dray, Co-Founder, ANIMAJ.
The New Kids YouTube Playbook: Platform Changes Decoded
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
14:15 - 14:45
What has changed on YouTube, and what does it mean for the future of kids’ content? How can creators and IP owners adapt their strategy, grow audiences and build a sustainable YouTube business?
With Tara Day, Brainchild Entertainment; Jack Luckett, WildBrain; Damián Soriano, Spiritum Entertainment.
Generation Roblox: The Intersection of Entertainment, Commerce & Community
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
16:30 - 17:00
How is Roblox becoming the next major space for kids’ entertainment, fandom and community? How can brands build deeper engagement and unlock new opportunities ?
With Jo Redfern, Coolabi Group; Jonathan Millar, Twin Atlas; Andrew Bereza, Twin Atlas.
From First Favorites to Lasting Fandom:
Disney’s Approach to Kids & Family
Followed by Cocktail Lunch hosted by Disney
Verrière Grand Auditorium Lounge
Session 12.00 – 12.30 ; Cocktail Lunch 12.30 - 13.00
With Emily Horgan, Ayo Davis, Alyssa Sapire, Charlie Andrews, Zack Olin and Gino Guzzardo from Disney Kids & Family.
Join the Disney team and fellow leaders in kids and family entertainment for lunch and lively conversation after the session at 12.30.
MIPJUNIOR Pitch (Tweens/TEENS)
Sunday 11 October 2026
15:00 - 16:15
Debussy Theatre
Finalists:
- Beast Guitar, VEPLUSDE/ IRELAND
- Big Red, PVP Media Inc./ CANADA
- Murphy's Manor, Fantawild Animation Inc. / CHINA
- Noty Toons, TheBox Characters & Creatures, SL/ SPAIN
- Super Tree Hero and the Five Kingdoms
- Pitcher : Katherina Bach / Independent Creator (Colombia/South Africa)
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The Kids Content Business in The Affinity Economy by Evan Shapiro
Debussy Lounge
17.00 - 17:30
With exclusive new data and insights on content consumption by families and kids, Media’s Official Cartographer charts the future of the Children’s content, featuring case studies on new models of success.
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The Global Kids Screenings
& Co-Production Market
11-12 October 2025
Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
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Matchmaking at MIPJUNIOR
Palais 1 – Matchmaking Lounge
Pre-registration required
Use the dedicated Matchmaking platform to connect with potential partners and schedule 30-minute meetings in advance.
Speed Matchmaking – TV Projects in Development
- Saturday 10 October | 09:45 – 10:45
- Sunday 11 October | 09:45 – 10:45
LOCATION & HOURS
LOCATION
Palais des Festivals
1 Boulevard de la Croisette
06400 Cannes, France
From 10 to 11 October 2026
Children under 18 are not authorised to attend MIPJUNIOR, unless in “exceptional” circumstances.
Opening Hours:
10 October 2026 (Saturday): 08:30 – 19:00
11 October 2026 (Sunday): 08:30 – 19:00
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