Carl Karamaoun

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Session Title: A.I for Festivals

AI for Festivals is a practical, non-technical session designed for festival and event teams working with small staffs and big ambitions. The presentation shows how Artificial Intelligence can act as an extra team member, supporting communications, marketing, planning, and operations. Using real festival workflows, participants will see how AI can reduce manual work, improve coordination, and relieve pressure on staff and volunteers. The session focuses on tools and approaches that are affordable, accessible, and immediately usable by festivals of all sizes.

Participant Outcomes:

1-Clear Understanding: Gain a practical understanding of how AI can support festival operations today, without technical complexity or unrealistic expectations.

2-Operational Insight: Learn where AI can reduce workload across marketing, volunteer coordination, sponsorships, planning, and reporting.

3-Informed Next Steps: Leave with a clearer sense of how and where to explore AI within your festival, based on your team size, budget, and capacity.