Chicago · December 13, 2026

The runway looks different when it’s your child on it.

Rehearsal, styling, backstage, professional production and a live audience — all leading to their turn on the YFS runway.

Who can join

The next generation of models on the runway.

The participant experience

Rehearsal & runway preparation
Guided rehearsals with runway coaches: the walk, posture, turns and the show order.
Fitting & runway look
A look from participating designers’ collections, chosen for your child’s size, age and style.
Hair & makeup
Professional, age-appropriate styling to complete the look.

Backstage support
Stylists, designers, photographers and the YFS team stay with your child throughout.
Live runway production
Professional lighting, music, production and a live audience.
Professional photos & video
Runway photography and video coverage by the show’s media team.

Family moments
A red-carpet photo together with your family after the show.
Certificate & partner gifts
An official YFS Certificate of Participation, and gifts from YFS partners where applicable.
YFS app & show information
Journey progress, rehearsal booking, what to bring and the show details in one app.

An industry perspective

“…sit down with some of them and their moms and dads to see if they’re right for the business.”

Susan Lunetta President, Exxcel Model & Talent, Inc. New York, USA

115+Participants selected by scouts & brandsDuring the last YFS tour

Real stories

Hear from parents and participants about what the preparation, show day and runway experience actually felt like.

891Participating modelsAcross New York, Los Angeles, Miami & Chicago

Melissa Diep

“Roman was selected to model for the brand Hoola, and we were so proud.”
Kaylee Wells

“We received beautiful professional photos and videos, and most importantly, my children gained a lot of confidence.”
Backstage · YFS Chicago

“I feel excited. I feel like a supermodel with all the preparation, makeup, and my first experience in the model show.”