I.D.E.A.

Igniting DelawareEdutainment Association

IDEA is a 501c3 nonprofit igniting Delaware's creative economy by empowering creators, educators, and youth through entertainment, skill-building, and community-driven events.

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APR
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2026

TEDxWilmington 2026

2:00 PM
Urban Artist Exchange, Wilmington, Delaware

Join us for TEDxWilmington 2026 featuring inspiring talks, powerful performances, and ideas worth spreading. Experience Delaware's premier platform for transformative ideas and community connection.

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TEDxWilmington 2026

Saturday, APR 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Urban Artist Exchange, Wilmington, Delaware
Max 100 attendees

Join us for TEDxWilmington 2026 featuring inspiring talks, powerful performances, and ideas worth spreading. Experience Delaware's premier platform for transformative ideas and community connection.

TBD
2026

Ladybug Music Festival 2026

TBD
Wilmington, Delaware

EMPOWERING WOMEN IN MUSIC — The largest FREE celebration of Women in Music in the United States! Featuring a 100% women-fronted lineup, the Ladybug Music Festival empowers women and those who identify as women to be at the forefront. Celebrating diversity in genre since 2012.

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Ladybug Music Festival 2026

, TBD , 2026 at TBD
Wilmington, Delaware

EMPOWERING WOMEN IN MUSIC — The largest FREE celebration of Women in Music in the United States! Featuring a 100% women-fronted lineup, the Ladybug Music Festival empowers women and those who identify as women to be at the forefront. Celebrating diversity in genre since 2012.

Impactful Talks

Carefully curated presentations that distill powerful ideas into engaging, memorable formats

Diverse Perspectives

Speakers from varied backgrounds bringing unique insights and transformative thinking

Innovation Driven

Exploring breakthrough ideas in technology, science, design, and human potential

This Is What We Do

Bringing Delaware together through ideas and innovation.

What We Do

I.D.E.A. empowers Delaware's creative economy through programs that develop talent, showcase voices, and create opportunities.

Talent Development

Hands-on training for emerging storytellers, performers, and educators. We help Delaware creatives build confidence, sharpen their craft, and turn ideas into opportunities.

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Community Showcases

Live events that amplify Delaware voices. From neighborhood stages to TEDxWilmington, we create spaces where stories connect, challenge, and inspire action.

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Economic Opportunity

Microgrants, mentorship, and creative entrepreneurship support for local talent. We help turn passion projects into sustainable work in the Edutainment economy.

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Youth Programs

Media, storytelling, and leadership programs for ages 12–18. Young people learn to use their voices, create original work, and lead change in their communities.

For Youth

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