Aspen Ideas: Rising Generations 2026 – Fully Funded Youth Festival
First Youth-Centered Event in Aspen Ideas Festival History
Bentonville, Arkansas | November 13-16, 2026 | Ages 18-24
Quick Highlights
Particulars
Details
Event Name
Aspen Ideas: Rising Generations
Organization
Aspen Institute
Opportunity Type
Youth Festival
Funding Type
Fully Funded
Location
Bentonville, Arkansas, USA
Dates
November 13-16, 2026
Participants
350 Young Leaders
Age Group
18-24 Years
Eligibility
U.S.-Based
Application Deadline
July 29, 2026
Status
Applications Open
Opportunity Overview
Particular
Details
Host Organization
Aspen Institute
Event
Aspen Ideas: Rising Generations
Programme Type
Youth Festival
Funding Category
Fully Funded
Eligible Applicants
U.S.-Based Young Adults
Location
Bentonville, Arkansas
Application Mode
Online
About the Event
Aspen Ideas: Rising Generations is the first youth-centered event in the 21-year history of the Aspen Ideas Festival. Created entirely by and for young people, the four-day gathering will bring together 350 outstanding young adults from across the United States to engage in meaningful conversations, explore pressing issues, and collaborate on ideas that can influence the future.
What the Festival Covers
Coverage
Details
Round-Trip Travel
Fully covered
Accommodation
Fully covered
Meals
Throughout the event
Festival Sessions
Full access
Workshops
All programming
Interactive Experiences
Included
Discussion Tracks
1. Code + Conscious
Focus
Details
Technology
AI, Algorithms
Digital Platforms
Future innovation
Technology Ethics
Responsible technology
2. Earn + Build
Focus
Details
Entrepreneurship
Careers
Wealth Creation
Housing
Education
Employment
Economic Opportunity
Community Development
3. Make + Move
Focus
Details
Music
Art
Storytelling
Creativity
Media
Identity
Language
Cultural Expression
4. Spirit + Purpose
Focus
Details
Faith
Values
Identity
Purpose
Belonging
Personal Growth
Dialogue Across Differences
Eligibility Criteria
Requirement
Details
Age
18-24 years
Location
Based in the United States
Application
Submit own application
Degree
Not required
Experience
Not required
Affiliation
Not required
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Application
Explain who you are, what matters to you, why you want to participate
Aspen Ideas: Rising Generations offers a transformative opportunity for young leaders to engage in meaningful conversations and shape the future. The fully funded nature of the event ensures accessibility for all selected participants. The selection process values authentic perspectives and lived experiences over academic credentials. The four tracks cover technology, entrepreneurship, culture, and purpose, allowing participants to explore issues that matter most to them. This is an excellent opportunity for young changemakers.
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