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More and more valuable speakers and panel guests are being announced for this year’s CULTURECON, which is happening on October 4, 2025, and 5, 2025, at the Duggal Greenhouse (Building 268), located inside the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The Brooklyn Navy Yard is an industrial complex with a large campus that includes many buildings.

The Brooklyn Navy Yard is located at 141 Flushing Avenue, Unit 77, Brooklyn, New York 11201. We want to inform you that the doors for CULTURECON on Saturday, October 4, 2025, will open at 8:30 A.M. and close at 8:30 P.M., and on Sunday, October 5, 2025, the doors will open at 9 A.M. and close at 7:30 P.M.

We are here to help you prepare for this year’s CULTURECON. We’re making sure you don't just fall into orbit.

You're buckled up and given a solid plan to navigate your upcoming journey through the creative cosmos of CULTURECON. The closest entrance to the Duggal Greenhouse is the Sands Street entrance, located at the intersection of Sands Street and Navy Street.

All attendees should be aware that for this year’s CULTURECON, entry is only permitted through the Sands Street Gate at the corner of Sands Street and Navy Street. Attendees must provide proof of a valid government-issued ID and a ticket confirmation email with a QR code to gain access to the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Please note that CULTURECON is an 18-and-over event. All attendees are required to wear their wristbands, which are provided at registration, throughout the event campus.

We also want to remind you that all weekend pass holders must keep their wristbands on for re-entry on Sunday. For more details or questions about tickets, please visit the FAQ page at theccnyc.com.

CULTURECON mainly takes place indoors, with some outdoor activities. The only reason for canceling the event would be severe weather.

The event will feature a mix of seated and standing activities, with stage programming primarily taking place while seated. Here’s a list of some of the activities you can experience:

- Culture Stage: Engaging conversations with a star-studded lineup of icons

- Creator Stage: Panels and workshops brought to you by emerging innovators

- Activation Alley: Immersive brand activations like Chase Ink’s Networking Cafe and YouTube's VIP Lounge

- Chase Ink Small Business Market: Shop Black-owned brands and learn about their journeys

- Taste Terminal (Food Truck Alley): Enjoy delicious local food options

- Creative Career Lounge: On-site sessions with recruiters from your favorite brands, plus speed networking!

CULTURECON aims to be an enjoyable event for everyone. To ensure a smooth experience, here’s a list of prohibited items:

- Backpacks (bags can't be larger than 14” x 5”)

- Weapons of any kind (guns, knives, etc.)

- Fireworks and explosives

- Illegal substances

- Glass containers and cans

- Large or non-transparent bags (over 12” x 6” x 12”)

- Long lens cameras

- Radios, boomboxes, instruments, or amplified devices

- Laser pointers

- Pets (except service dogs)

- Vending items (unauthorized vendors are not allowed)

We’ve covered the main logistics regarding prohibited items. Now, let’s move on to the dress code and introduce some of the newly added panel speakers:

The dress code for CULTURECON is comfortable and reflects your best self. Check out the new panel speakers:

- Sheryl Lee Ralph: Emmy Award-winning actress

- Morris Chestnut: Star and executive producer of CBS’s Watson

- Taraji P. Henson: Actor, author, and entrepreneur

- Stephen A. Smith: Host of The Stephen A. Smith Show and Straight Shooter With Stephen A. Smith on SiriusXM

Join CULTURECON on Saturday, October 4, 2025, and Sunday, October 5, 2025, to hear their stories of creating space and making an impact for the next generation of creatives and entrepreneurs. We recommend using rideshare or public transportation to get to and from the event.

There’s no on-site parking available. Nearby parking is at your discretion.

Public Transportation options include:

- A/C trains to High Street or F train to York Street, then walk to Brooklyn Navy Yard and enter at the Sands Street and Navy Street intersection.

- Rideshare: Use the “Brooklyn Navy Yard Sands Street Gate” as your drop-off or pickup point, entering “Navy Street & Sands Street Brooklyn New York 11205” in your app. Walk into the Navy Yard and follow the signs from the gate.

If you haven't purchased your tickets yet, we highly recommend doing so. This event offers a variety of activities and activations that will inspire and empower your next chapter.

For more information and ticket purchases, visit theccnyc.com.

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