MIPJUNIOR 2026
The global accelerator for kids and family content, from pre-school to young adults.
The global accelerator for kids and family content, from pre-school to young adults.
MIPJUNIOR - DAY 1 HIGHLIGHTS
Saturday, 10th October
State of the Kids & Teens Industry: Connecting with the Next Generation
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
10:30 - 11:15
How do we capture the next generation’s attention across digital platforms?
With Emily Horgan, The Kids StreamerSphere; David Michel, Federation Kids & Family; Patricia Hidalgo, BBC; Chris M. Williams, pocket.watch; Amy Singer, YouTube; Mads Brown, Spawnpoint Media.
MIP Headliner ANIMAJ - Embracing a New World - Reinventing Legacy IP for the Digital Generation
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
12:15 - 12:45
How can we reinvent the legacy kids’ brands audiences already love for a new generation of digital-first fans?
With Emily Horgan, Director, The Kids StreamerSphere; Gregory Dray, Co-Founder, ANIMAJ.
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AI in Action: From Augmented Studios to AI-Native Companies
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
14:15 - 14:45
How is AI transforming kids’ content, from enhancing studio workflows to building entirely new production models?
With Olivier Lelardoux, Blue Spirit; Gary Pope, Kids Industries; Gregory Dray, ANIMAJ.
What comes AFTER TV?
Palais 1 - Debussy Theatre
15:45 - 16:15
What comes after TV as kids discover stories across gaming, social, creators and immersive worlay?
With Jo Redfern, Coolabi Group; Jerome Mazandarani, 8 Lions Entertainment; Gino Guzzardo, Disney Kids & Family; Avril Blondelot, Auzou Editions; Pauline Plaisant, Ankama
Saturday, 10th October
World Premiere Screening / MIGALI
Presented by Easy Peasy Entertainment and Bardaf! Productions
Saturday 10 October 2026
16:30 - 17:00
Debussy Theatre
Adapted from the bestselling French comic series published by Auzou Publishing, with more than 150,000 copies sold, the series follows Migali, an enthusiastic young spider princess determined to become a future queen.
At the prestigious Royal Academy, where princes and princesses from across the kingdoms come together, Migali’s curiosity, boundless energy and extraordinary web-spinning skills turn everyday school life into hilarious adventures.
Full of humor, friendship and energy, Migali brings a fresh, unperfect and modern heroine to the screen, in a colorful universe where every day is an adventure.
PREVIEW MAGAZINE
Your guide to the people, trends and content defining this year’s market
MIPJUNIOR 2026 Preview Magazine explores how the industry is responding, with insights from Animaj co-founder Gregory Dray, Disney Kids & Family President Ayo Davis, Hasbro’s Charmaine Fernandes and other leading voices.
Discover the strategies shaping digital-first IP, multiplatform storytelling and lasting fandom, alongside the latest thinking on financing, artificial intelligence, Roblox, Gen Z engagement and changing viewing habits. You’ll also find a first look at the world premiere of Migali, the latest content coming to Cannes and the partnerships helping the animation industry move forward.
Read the magazine and prepare for the ideas, people and projects set to define the future of kids’ entertainment.
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MIPJUNIOR HAPPY HOUR WITH YOUTUBE
Verrière Grand Auditorium Lounge
17.00 – 18.30
Join us in raising a glass to the broadcasters, studios and production companies who are shaping the world of children's entertainment.
We're excited to have Amy Singer, Managing Director, Global Head of Responsibility Partnerships, kick off the evening by sharing how we can stream bigger to inspire the next generation.
Grab your pass for MIPJUNIOR
Visitor Pass
€820
The Global Kids Screenings
& Co-Production Market
11-12 October 2025
Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
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Matchmaking at MIPJUNIOR
Palais 1 – Matchmaking Lounge
Pre-registration required
Use the dedicated Matchmaking platform to connect with potential partners and schedule 30-minute meetings in advance.
Speed Matchmaking – TV Projects in Development
- Saturday 10 October | 09:45 – 10:45
- Sunday 11 October | 09:45 – 10:45
LOCATION & HOURS
LOCATION
Palais des Festivals
1 Boulevard de la Croisette
06400 Cannes, France
From 10 to 11 October 2026
Children under 18 are not authorised to attend MIPJUNIOR, unless in “exceptional” circumstances.
Opening Hours:
10 October 2026 (Saturday): 08:30 – 19:00
11 October 2026 (Sunday): 08:30 – 19:00
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