Join us for an inspiring one-day field trip for students in grades 5-8 at the University of Minnesota’s Ted Mann Concert Hall. This event challenges your students’ creativity, strengthens their problem-solving skills, and ignites their imagination during three outstanding breakout sessions following a dynamic opening performance. Be a part of this exciting day that brings students together with STEM and arts professionals. Review the Minnesota Academic Standards alignment for CreativeCon.
Registration
Registration fees are based on BrightWorks membership status. To find out if your school/district is a member, please see the updated membership list.
January
14,
2027
BrightWorks Member: Early Bird $43/student
($45 after November 4)
Non-Member: Early Bird $57/student
($59 after November 4)
Individual: $60/student
Tickets will be mailed the week of December 7th
8:30am – 1:15pm
Ted Mann Concert Hall, University of Minnesota
2027 Opening Performance: MNprov
Through the art of improv, MNprov empowers neurodivergent individuals to discover their strengths, build social-emotional skills, confidence, connection, and resilience.
At MNprov, we believe the magic of improv isn’t just about laughs (though there’s plenty of that)—it’s about building confidence, connection, and real-world growth… and doing so in a way that’s accessible to everyone! Our goal is to empower diverse learners to build social-emotional skills, communication and creativity skills, resilience, and meaningful connections through the art of improv. And guess what? It works!
2027 Sessions Include:
Crop Art
Improv
Music
Calligraphy
Mindfulness With Micro:Bit
Metal Sculpture
Weaving
Music
Polymer Clay
Origami
Supporters
SparkPath would like to thank the following organizations whose support helped make CreativeCon a fantastic day of learning for Twin Cities students:
American Institute of Architects (AIA) – MN
At CreativeCon, students learn…
Creativity is a skill that can be practiced and strengthened.
Creativity is necessary for higher education and all careers.
Creativity is an essential part of problem solving.
Questions?
For more information on how your students can participate or if you are interested in presenting, contact Katie Wenzel at 612-638-1554.
© 2026 SparkPath, Inc.
SparkPath@brightworksmn.org
612-638-1500
2 Pine Tree Drive, Suite 101
Arden Hills, MN 55112
EIN: 41-1948020
SparkPath is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that presents its programs in collaboration with BrightWorks, a Minnesota Service Cooperative. BrightWorks member districts/schools save 30-50% on SparkPath registration fees. For more information, visit www.brightworksmn.org.
