2026 Blog

The women shaping today’s entertainment landscape are redefining how our stories are told on the big screen. This Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting three powerhouses whose work continues to inspire fans and communities alike.

Behind every animated project and colorful comic panel are artists whose creativity shapes how stories are told. This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating women in arts and animation whose work is breaking the boundaries of visual storytelling and expanding representation across the industry.

We use Women’s History Month as an occasion to recognize the creators, innovators, and leaders whose endeavors persistently mold culture across different fields. Women play a crucial role in today’s influential entertainment sector, gaming, not just as consumers but also as developers, business leaders, and community shapers who propel the industry. This year, we're highlighting three inspiring women for their impactful advancements in gaming.

This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the women pushing technology forward while inspiring the next generation to do the same. These leaders prove that impact comes in many forms.

This Women’s History Month, Dream Con is highlighting women who are dominating in spaces where representation hasn’t always been guaranteed. These athletes are building legacies in real time and inspiring the next generation to do the same.

Dream Con 2026 just leveled up! We’re beyond excited to announce that Emmy®-nominated producer, actress, writer, and CEO Issa Rae will take the Main Stage for a special fireside chat when Dream Con returns to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX from July 10–12, 2026. And yes – this will be her first time ever speaking at a convention like ours!

Big news for Leon Thomas fans: he’s officially been announced as a featured artist for Bruno Mars’ “The Romantic Tour,” which kicks off this spring!

July 11th marks Collector Car Appreciation Day, a celebration of the culture, craft, and community built behind collector and modified cars. At Dream Con 2025, we had our very own reason to celebrate thanks to the showstopping rides brought in by Senpai Squad.

Dominique Thorne, the star behind Riri Williams in Marvel’s Ironheart, joined us at Dream Con 2025, and she did not disappoint. In her Main Stage panel, "Behind the Suit," Thorne discussed the beauty of portraying a young, Black genius in the MCU and the weight of the legacy.

From comic books to animation studios to Oscar-winning films, Black creators have redefined storytelling in art and animation, often while breaking barriers that weren’t built with them in mind. Here are three creatives whose impact continues to influence fandom and culture.

During Black History Month, we celebrate how Black artists have influenced and achieved greatness in culture, media, and entertainment. At Dream Con, where fans and creators come together to honor storytelling and imagination, we’re spotlighting entertainers whose work resonates far beyond the screen or stage. Here are three dynamic figures who are shaping the future of entertainment with talent, passion, and purpose. Each of them brings a unique voice and perspective to their craft, reminding us why representation matters now more than ever.

More and more creators are shaping how stories are told and how characters are represented in gaming. This Black History Month, we’re spotlighting visionaries whose work spans tabletop RPGs, AAA studios and independent development, each redefining what representation and creativity look like in the industry.

From game-winning plays to major broadcast moments, some trailblazers are redefining what representation looks like in sports. This Black History Month, we’re spotlighting people who are making moves on the field and the sidelines.

From developing global ecosystems to taking corporations to the next level, there are those who are working to make the technology industry more inclusive and equitable. This Black History Month, we’re highlighting leaders who are expanding access in tech, breaking barriers, and building pathways for the next generation.