February 27, 2027
South Topeka
Powered by Evergy and presented by Innovative Impacts, Origin Stories is a hands-on festival celebrating comics, cosplay, art, film, gaming, and creative storytelling. Unlike traditional conventions focused on panels, Origin Stories emphasizes workshops, demonstrations, and opportunities to learn directly from artists, writers, makers, performers, and industry professionals.More than a convention, Origin Stories is part of Innovative Impacts’ commitment to teaching entrepreneurship. Through direct interaction with creators, vendors, and small business owners, attendees gain firsthand insight into turning creative passions into viable businesses. Participants can learn about creating products, building a brand, marketing their work, managing finances, and developing the skills needed to succeed as entrepreneurs.We are seeking vendors, sponsors, artists, authors, filmmakers, cosplayers, and creators who want to showcase their work, connect with passionate fans, and help inspire the next generation of storytellers and business owners. From drawing and worldbuilding to cosplay construction, independent publishing, and creative entrepreneurship, Origin Stories immerses attendees in both the art and the business of creating.Whether you’re looking to sell your work, grow your audience, support arts education, or mentor future entrepreneurs, Origin Stories offers a unique opportunity to help others discover how imagination can become a career.✨ Every creator has an origin story. Every business starts with an idea. Come help someone discover both.⚡ Origin Stories — Powered by Evergy. Igniting imagination. Empowering creators. Building entrepreneurs.
