San Antonio is set to host its first conference, focusing on how creative industries are shaping the future of the local economy. The Creative Futures Conference will be held on April 10-11 across several downtown locations and will include keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops. Attendees will include designers, founders, artists, developers and strategists from across the country. The conference is aimed at positioning San Antonio as a leading creative city. The local creative sector generated $5.18 billion in economic output in 2023, with over 20,800 jobs. The event will also feature a live design competition from the San Antonio Association of Graphic Designers and a live recording of the "Big City Small Town" podcast.