OFN Workshop: Working with Influencers in 2026
Tue, Feb 17
|The Learning Loft, 9th Floor, 150 Elgin
Through practical examples, experienced insights and group discussion, attendees will gain tools to develop successful influencer partnerships. The focus is on building trust, amplifying real experiences, and creating content that resonates before, during, and after the event.
Time & Location
Feb 17, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Learning Loft, 9th Floor, 150 Elgin, 150 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 2P8, Canada
About the event
From small celebrations to multi-day, multi-stage festivals, influencer marketing has become a powerful tool for reaching audiences—but only when it’s done thoughtfully. In 2026, successful influencer partnerships are no longer defined by scale or celebrity. They’re built on authentic connections, shared values, and community relevance.
This interactive workshop is designed for festivals of all genres, budgets, and audience sizes. Marketing and social media managers will not want to miss this event!
The session will share experienced insights from both sides of the festival-influencer partnership - a festival organization who has refined a brand ambassador program and developed countless influencer relationships over the years, and an experienced local content creator who has worked with a number of festival and event organizations!
Through practical examples, group discussion, and adaptable frameworks, attendees will gain skills in identifying and approaching influencers with the right fit, developing relationships and contracts that align with your goals, and…
Tickets
OFN Festival Insider
For OFN Member organizations who have the Festival Insider or Emerging Producer membership level in 2026. Max 2 seats per organization.
$0.00
OFN Basic Member
$25.00
+$3.25 HST
Future Members
For individuals and organizations who are not yet members of Ottawa Festivals.
$55.00
+$7.15 HST
Total
$0.00