Lannang Creatorfest 2026: A Space for Every Creator
This July, creators, storytellers, and culture advocates are coming together for Lannang Creatorfest 2026, a two-day festival co-presented by CHiNOY TV and Lannang Studios, open to anyone looking to grow as a content creator.
Set to take place on July 18 and 25, 2026 at Palm Grove, Rockwell Club, the festival promises a lineup of meaningful conversations around content creation, personal branding, and the deeper questions of identity, heritage, and community that shape Chinese-Filipino storytelling today.
What to Expect
Lannang Creatorfest 2026 runs from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on both event days, with each day built around a distinct theme covering the full creator journey, from the fundamentals of storytelling and personal branding to monetization, account growth, and staying relevant in a fast-changing industry.
Day 1 - July 18: Foundations 101: Building Your Creator Toolkit
Session 1: Foundation, Storytelling & Confidence Featuring Thunderson Tan (Content Creator, Keynote Speaker) and Hans "King Panda" Tan (CEO & Founder, Luxury Cars Manila, Content Creator), this opening session sets the tone for the festival, digging into the basics of finding your voice and telling stories with confidence.
Session 2: Consistency, Branding & Niche-Finding This session brings together Freal Studios (Content Creators), Jan Sy (Content Creator & Photographer), and Ansis Sy (Content Creator) to unpack how creators can stay consistent, build a distinct brand, and carve out their niche.
Day 2 - July 25: Consistency Is Key: Keeping Your Content Alive
Keynote: Stay Relevant, Stay Real in a Fast-Evolving Industry Delivered by Carlo Ople, Founder of Unbox, this keynote tackles how creators can stay authentic while keeping pace with a rapidly shifting content landscape.
Special Session: AI Content Creation with CapCut Yvan Limson, Head of Operations at CapCut PH, walks attendees through how AI tools are reshaping content creation workflows.
Session 3: Monetization & Brand Deals: How They Actually Work Alvin Kingson Tan (President, ChinoyTV) and Jessie Zou (Country Manager, Skintific) break down the realities of monetization and how brand partnerships come together behind the scenes.
Session 4: Account Growth: Building an Audience That Stays Kring Kim (TV Host & Content Creator), Manfred Salandanan (Faculty & Deputy Program Head, UA&P), and Happee Sy-Go (CEO, Pulp Live World) discuss strategies for sustainable audience growth.
Rounding out Day 2's program are moderators Justin Chua, Louie Ngo, and Mary Grace Khu, who will guide the day's panel discussions.
Pocket Workshops
Beyond the two main event days, Lannang Creatorfest is also offering pocket workshops on July 21 and 23, held at Cino Cafe from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. These smaller, hands-on sessions are limited to the first 50 slots, giving a select group of participants a more intimate, focused learning experience.
Behind the Lens: Filming Food Vlogs (July 21) Led by Thunderson Tan (@filchi_thunder) and Arwin Lao (@winsfoodtrips), this workshop dives into the craft of filming food content that captures attention.
To Edit, Or Not to Edit (July 23) Hosted by Chelsea Dy (@chealse_dygital) and Sam & Jannine (@cuasambest), this session explores the editing choices that shape a video's final story.
Why It Matters
More than just a content creation festival, Lannang Creatorfest 2026 is a space for creators to explore what it means to tell their own stories, on their own terms. It's a chance to connect with a community that values the intersection of culture, heritage, and modern content creation, and to walk away with practical tools to bring your own stories to life.
Join the Festival
Registration is open now for Lannang Creatorfest 2026. Interested creators and attendees can register at bit.ly/LannangCreatorfest2026.
For more updates and details, follow Lannang Studios and CHiNOY TV on social media.
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