# Kid-Curated Event Children are empowered to be co-creators of their own experiences. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Jul 18, 2017 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/kidcurated-event ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.6/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Kid-Curated Event trend? **Kid-Curated Event:** With their penchant for self-taught skills and digital prowess, kids are savvier than ever, empowering them to take center stage at their own festivals and events where they can gain new knowledge and show off their creativity. Modern parents increasingly want their children to have an entrepreneurial mindset from a young age, resulting in a huge shift from play-focused family activities towards educational and empowering activities that encourage personal growth. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 10, 2016 to Jan 3, 2018 - Published: Jul 18, 2017 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Kid-Curated Event trend ### Child-led event programming Children are increasingly co-creating their own events, emphasizing opportunities for personal growth and an entrepreneurial mindset from a young age. ### Youth-focused educational activities Parents are leaning toward educational and empowering activities that encourage personal growth. ### Practical knowledge through hands-on activities Combining practical knowledge with hands-on activities makes educational activities more fun for kids. ## What the Kid-Curated Event trend means for industry ### For Event Planning There is a need for event planners specializing in children's events that are not solely focused on play, but also promote personal growth and entrepreneurial mindsets. ### For Agriculture Farmers can capitalize on the disconnect between consumers and their food, through education initiatives that bring younger generations onto farms and to markets. ### For Education There is an opportunity for ed-tech and other education providers to create innovative, interactive experiences that help children develop practical skills. ## Workshop question How can you empower your consumer to be a co-creator within your industry? ## Trend signals for Kid-Curated Event Trend score 2.6 out of 10, from popularity 40%, activity 30%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 40% - Activity: 30% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Kid-Curated Event trend 5 featured examples from Aug 10, 2016 to Jan 3, 2018. - [Kid-Designed Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocompare): GoCompare Tasked Kids with Designing the Car of the Future (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can embrace the kid-designed car concepts to inspire fresh and unconventional ideas for future car models. - [Kid-Friendly Cooking Workshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-chefs): The Little Chef's Cooking Event Teaches Kids About Proper Nutrition (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Supermarkets can organize cooking workshops for kids within their store premises, promoting healthy eating and attracting families to their stores. - [Agriculture-Themed Children's Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teaches-children-about-farming): This Initiative Teaches Children About Farming & Agriculture (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: As the demand for locally-sourced food increases, there is a growing need for farmers and agricultural businesses to engage with the public and educate them on how food is grown. - [Child-Focused Entrepreneurial Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entrepreneurial-event): 'Kid Talks' Inspire Young Attendees to Reach Goals (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Integrate entrepreneurship and creative thinking into education curriculums to inspire and teach students about business. - [Youth-Focused Songwriting Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-balloon): The Blue Balloon Spring Songwriting Showcase is Intended for Kids (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Music schools will see an increase in demand for songwriting classes for children. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)