Create Now Chicago

Name: Create Now Chicago
Start: 2026-07-16T22:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-07-17T01:30:00.000Z
Location: Moonlight Studios

July 16, 2026 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CDT

IMPORTANT NOTE: Laptops are required to participate. This is a hands-on experience built for all creatives of any level.

Join us at Adobe Create Now where you will learn how to bring AI into your creative workflow with Adobe Firefly. We’ll start off with some demos and then everyone will be paired with other attendees for a fun challenge getting hands on with Firefly Boards. At the end of the night, teams will get the opportunity to take the stage and share what they’ve created with everyone.

Everyone who attends will receive 3-months of Firefly Pro which includes 4,000 credits per month, access to premium features, and more! You’ll also get access to our exclusive resource help line!

IMPORTANT NOTE: This event is hands-on to give you a great opportunity to get into the product! All attendees should bring their laptops and be prepared with their Adobe ID. If your EDU or Enterprise Adobe ID, blocks AI applications, we recommend making a new personal account for this hand-on opportunity.

Entry, swag, food, and refreshments are all free!

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Agenda

5:30 PM

Check In & Networking

After checking in and getting settled, enjoy complimentary refreshments, swag, and time to connect with fellow creatives.

6:15 PM

Product Demo & Hands-On Activity

Our presenter will show you how to ideate with Adobe Firefly Boards and AI features.

Firefly Boards brings everything into one limitless canvas where you can explore ideas before going into production. With mood boards, shot lists, style guides, storyboards and more all in one place, it is easy to iterate with different AI models, rapidly explore colors, typography, composition, and styles without bouncing between apps.

Following the demo, you'll jump into a hands-on creative exercise to put these tools into practice and get your ideas flowing.

7:30 PM

Creative Showcase & Wrap-Up

We’ll come back together to share highlights from the Firefly exercise, showcase standout creative moments from the group, and close out the session with final reflections.

8:00 PM

Networking

Enjoy additional time to connect with fellow attendees and the Adobe team in a relaxed setting before the evening concludes.

8:30 PM

Event Close

VENUE

Moonlight Studios

1466 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

Presenters

Brand Designer, Educator

Nick Longo

Nick Longo is a creative director, brand strategist, and founder of Longo Designs, with more than 25 years of experience and over 1,000 brand launches to his name. His work spans identity, packaging, naming, and campaigns, all rooted in the belief that brands succeed when their story is clear. Nick is also a design professor at California State University, Northridge and co-host of The Deeply Graphic DesignCast, one of the industry's longest-running design podcasts. He regularly collaborates with Adobe and is passionate about helping creatives leverage AI to evolve from task-doers into creative directors.

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Host

Sr. Community Events Manager

Aaliyah Taylor

Aaliyah Taylor is a Community Builder, Experiential Marketer, and Culture Curator who thrives on fostering connections and empowering others. As a Senior Lead at Adobe, she plays a pivotal role in building and nurturing a vibrant community around Adobe Creative Cloud, creating jaw-dropping events and memorable experiences. With a deep passion for creativity and community, Aaliyah is dedicated to bringing people together in dynamic and fun ways. For this community-obsessed creative, connecting with others is truly a dream job.