Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-16 GMT
Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-16 GMT
Convention Finder*
*Sorry, U.S. & Canada only
Mar 5th-May 7th 2010 • Red Lion Hotel, Denver, CO 80216
The AnimeLand Experience isn’t just about attendees coming to convention, it’s about attendees CREATING an anime experience!
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • Hilton Rye Town, Port Chester, NY 10573
academic, anime, art, board game, cosplay, doctor who, fan, fantasy, filk, film, furry, geek, larp, literary, music, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space, steampunk, technology, writing,
Lunacon 2010 will be the 53rd annual regional literary convention run by the New York Science Fiction Society / The Lunarians. Join us for three days of interviews, debates with fellow fans, conversation, socializing with people who share your interests, and panel discussions covering a wide range of topics, including costuming, literature, media, science & technology, and society. We’ll also have a Masquerade, Anime Room, Films, Dealers’ Room, Book Exhibit and Charity Raffle, Gaming, and one of the best Art Shows in the country. Author GoH: Tanya Huff, Artist GoH: Theresa Mather, Music Guest: Allison Lonsdale, Fan Guest: Dominick Corrado.
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • , Jersey City, NJ 07306
animation, anime, celebrity, collectibles, comics, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, halloween, harry potter, horror, lovecraft, media, monster, mystery, paranormal, pulp, renaissance, robot, science, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, twilight, zombie,
Join us for the biggest classic Horrorthon show to hit the bogs of NJ! That’s right, for all the Classic Horror fans of Bela Lugosi, Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney, Christopher Lee, Vincent Price and Peter Cushing, just to name a few! Finally an expo to celebrate these Horror legends both past and present. Not to mention from the land of the living, hand-picked vendors from across the nation. Special guests featuring George Romero, The cast and crew from Dawn of the Dead, Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Savini, John Amplas and many more! Be sure to join us for the Saturday Nightmares ROMERO Groovie Movies, with panel discussion and Q&A with the films director and cast. So set your radars for the Landmark Loew’s Theatre in Jersey City, NJ. What better place to be surrounded by Horror movie memorabilia, Model Kits, Comics, TV related toys, autographs, magazines/books, collectibles, posters and vintage toys. The theatre itself is one of the last of it’s kind filled with marble columns, bronze railings, rich red tapestries, plush carpets and sweeping staircases leading to balcony areas where you can be sure to get autographs and pics taken with your favorite Guests of Horror! So keep your scanners peeled for the most exciting, horrific terrifying Horror convention heading straight for The Landmark Loew’s Theatre in Jersey City NJ!!
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138
academic, anime, board game, card game, fantasy, roleplaying game, science fiction,
Vericon is a science-fiction, fantasy, gaming, and anime convention featuring many events and distinguished guest speakers. It has been held annually at Harvard University since 2001.
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • The Holiday Inn I-275, Cincinnati, OH 45241
anime, fantasy, literary, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space,
MILLENNICON returns for its 24th year. After making it to the new Millennium, we’re moving on to new worlds. Along with our reputably fine programing of science fiction, space and science subjects we keep working to make this MILLENNICON something special.
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • Cook Hotel, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
anime, doctor who, fantasy, harry potter, horror, media, renaissance, roleplaying game, science fiction, star trek, star wars,
BabelCon comprises approximately 250 hours of panels, seminars, demonstrations, and workshops, with over 20 specialized programming tracks that include writing, art, anime, gaming, Science Fiction and Fantasy media, comic books, costuming, Ren Faire, science, online media, independent film, filk, paranormal, Star Trek, Star Wars, Stargate, Doctor Who, Harry Potter, a Mardi Gras parade float, Renaissance feast, the Scinema Film Festival, and general programming which specific guests stars attend.
Mar 20th-21st 2010 • Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA 30332
animation, anime, art, board game, card game, comics, cosplay, fan, film, free, geek, karaoke, larp, manga, media, music, roleplaying game, science fiction, steampunk, video game, zombie,
Free admission anime, gaming, comic, costuming convention.
Mar 20th-21st 2010 • Morikami Museum, Delray Beach, FL 33446
Hatsume Fair features three stages of continuous entertainment including taiko drumming, martial art demonstrations, children’s activities, and Anime @ Hatsume including dealers, a cosplay contest, and presentations of Anime History, Travel to Japan, Japanese Folk Tales and more!
Mar 21st 2010 • , Towson, MD 21286
animation, anime, art, card game, collectibles, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate,
Featuring 40+ tables of exhibitors. Buy, sell, and trade. Door prizes. Free promos from card manufacturers. Free sample copy of The Wrapper magazine. Artists appearing include: Jeff Zapata and Mark Pingitore (more to be announced)! Manufacturers/Publishers appearing include: Non-Sport Update magazine. More to be announced! Admission: $5 for adults. Free admission for children under 12.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport, Calgary, AB T2E 1L4
animation, anime, board game, collectibles, computer, cosplay, fantasy, filk, film, larp, miniatures, mystery, renaissance, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate, video game,
The Calgary Games Convention (CalCon), is Western Canada’s annual convention for games of all sorts. We are focused on a variety of games and tournaments, including Board & Miniatures games, Role-Playing & Live-Action games, Cards & Collectable games, Computer & Console games, and so much more! Not only will you be able to play classic and recent games, you’ll also see unreleased games and demos, not to mention meeting some of Canada’s interesting game designers and play-testing their newest projects.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Travelodge Ottawa Hotel, Ottawa, ON K1Z 7L5
anime, cosplay, kaiju, karaoke, manga,
The Society for Ottawa Anime Promotion (SOAP) is proud to announce Suzaku Festival. Suzaku Festival is a new event geared toward the mature anime fan (16+). Our goal is to showcase not only the animation, but also many of the other aspects of Japanese culture. Awareness of anime has been growing in recent years throughout the Ottawa region, Canada and across North America. As it enters into mainstream pop culture, the nuances and background of this art form is often missed. Suzaku Festival will explore this oft-ignored but important part of anime.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063
academic, anime, fantasy, feminist, roleplaying game, science fiction,
A sci-fi/fantasy/anime/gaming convention, focusing on female members of the community. Lynn Flewelling; Patricia Briggs; Holly Black; Phoebe Wray; Annette Curtis Klause; Jeph Jacques; Jennie Breeden; Randall Munroe
Mar 27th 2010 • Bowling Green University Campus, Bowling Green, OH 43403
animation, anime, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, dance, fan fiction, fantasy, film, free, manga, media, miniatures, roleplaying game, video game,
Animarathon, an annual convention hosted by Anime in Northwest Ohio, the anime club of Bowling Green State University. Animarathon features multiple anime screening rooms, informational panels, video game competitions, dealers, artists, cosplay, and more! Admission is FREE and is open to the public.
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA 02115
anime, art, cosplay, karaoke, larp, manga, roleplaying game, video game,
Anime Boston is an annual three-day anime fan convention held in the spring in Boston, Massachusetts. The convention features a number of events which include a masquerade, an anime music video contest, video programming rooms, an artists’ alley and art show, karaoke, game shows, video games, RPGs, and a LARP.
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle, WA 98101
anime, art, comics, cosplay, fantasy, filk, film, manga, roleplaying game, technology, video game,
Presented by the Asia Northwest Cultural Education Association, Sakura-Con is the oldest and most well attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest. Please join us as we celebrate our 13th amazing year. All the excellent programming you’ve come to expect will be back in abundance. Anime theaters, gaming, cosplay, cultural panels, dances, concerts, art contests, AMV’s, industry guests, over 100,000 square feet of exhibits hall, guests of honor and more!
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel, Spring, TX 77380
Anime Matsuri celebrates its third year anniversary with an exciting lineup of guests, panels and events.
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA 94103
anime, art, comics, cosplay, manga, media,
The comics and popular arts convention returns to Moscone Center South. Special guests who have already signed on for WonderCon include Frank Cho, Amanda Conner, Darwyn Cooke, Colleen Doran, David Finch, Adam Hughes, Geoff Johns, Robert Kirkman, Steve McNiven, Jimmy Palmiotti, Tim Powers, Gail Simone, Ethan Van Sciver, and Judd Winick, along with show favorites Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier, and pop culture legend Stan Freberg and his wife, Hunter. More guests will be added!
Apr 8th-11th 2010 • David L Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
anime, cosplay, dance, filk, manga, video game,
Come and see Pittsburgh’s Premiere anime convention, Tekkoshocon. From AMVs to OTV (think MST3k on anime crack) it’s a great time for old and new school fans of anime, in the heart of the ’burg.
Apr 9th-11th 2010 • Holdiay Inn Koger Center, Richmond, VA 23235
anime, art, board game, card game, craft, fantasy, filk, geek, horror, literary, media, miniatures, monster, music, mystery, paranormal, pirate, pulp, roleplaying game, romance, science, science fiction, space, space western, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, technology, writing,
Science Fiction & Fantasy return to Richmond with RavenCon 2010, a weekend celebrating the genres of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror. (And as we’re playing the Edgar Allan Poe angle, we’re Mystery friendly, too!) Join our guests for panel discussions and workshops that can only happen at RavenCon! Guests of Honor: Author: Rachel Caine; Artist: R. Cat; Gaming: Steve Long; Workshops, Gaming Room open 24/3, an ever expanding list of Guests, Costume Contest, Charity Auction, The FuMP, Groups and Organizations, lots of great stuff in the Dealer’s Room, Con Suite, spontaneous laughter and general merriment.
Apr 9th-11th 2010 • Kelly Inn, Fargo, ND 58103
anime, cosplay, fantasy, horror, miniatures, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game, zombie,
Year of the Zombie:Core Con is Fargo’s newest Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, and Anime convention! Interested fans can join this list to receive periodic updates on Core Con events, discuss the last convention and share hopes and dreams about those upcoming! Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, Anime, Roleplaying, strategy & miniatures, costuming, movies, electronic gaming and more.
Apr 9th-11th 2010 • San Pedro Village Event Center, San Antonio, TX 78216
anime, board game, card game, lan, larp, miniatures, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Chimaeracon is a South Texas festival for Gamers, Sci-Fi enthusiasts and Anime fans. Come enjoy video games, miniatures, card games, RPGs, live action role play and much more. Join discussion panels, participate in the costume contest, and hang out with people interested in Gaming, Sci-Fi and Anime.
Apr 9th-11th 2010 • College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
anime, board game, card game, fantasy, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
CODCON XV: Three days of gaming and anime at the College of Dupage sponsored by the COD Sci-fi & Fantasy Club. We’ll also have several Video Game Tourneys, along with a host of RPGA events, CCGs, Miniatures, and Table Top/Board games. Vendors, Friday Night Animé, AMTGARD, and Critter Crunch (with battling robots!) are also featured.
Apr 10th 2010 • Centennial High School, Ellicott City, MD 21042
anime, manga, roleplaying game,
Centennial High School Otaku Festival is a Maryland-based one day anime convention dedicated to all things Otaku and awesome.
Apr 10th 2010 • Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter NW, Atlanta, GA 30339
Atlanta Anime Day (or ATL Anime Day as the kids like the call it) is a one day anime marketplace that brings all your anime/manga needs to you without all the hassle or extra expense associated with other conventions.
Apr 11th 2010 • Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ 07030
anime, art, comics, cosplay, manga, roleplaying game,
The members of the Stevens Anime Club are proud to present the second annual Castle Point Anime Convention! Located in Hoboken, NJ, the Castle Point Anime Convention will be hosting a variety of exciting events such as anime showings, game tournaments, artist alley, and informative panels. Come and experience otaku and Japanese culture and have a fun-filled day!
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, HI 96815
anime, art, cosplay, fan, manga, video game,
Kawaii Kon is an annual convention based on Japanese Animation and the many sub-genres of Anime. Kawaii Kon will feature events that includes panels, Anime DVD screenings, live action movies, video gaming as well as a live musical performance!
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • , Anaheim, CA 92802
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, manga, media, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge in Southern California to celebrate the best in pop culture. Anaheim Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • Marriott DTC, Denver, CO 80237
anime, celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Starfest is an annual Denver convention encompassing all aspects of popular media, film and television. There are over a hundred activities on the multi-track programming schedule. Events include film studio presentations, onstage Q&A sessions with actors - producers & directors, autograph and photo sessions, costume and talent contests, film festivals, model and art shows, collectible merchandise, educational seminars, discussion panels, kids events, fan club presentations, and assorted Klingons, Jedi and other strange and unusual creatures.
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • Hilton Alexandria Old Town, Alexandria, VA 22314
anime, cosplay, dance, music, roleplaying game,
T-MODE is where Asian, western, and urban pop culture collide into a completely fun and unique convention experience. Held in the Washington, DC Metro area, T-MODE celebrates the fusion of anime, gaming, music, cosplay, and all things otaku.
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32301
anime, cosplay, manga, roleplaying game,
FreeCon has been held at the Florida State University for the last 7 years, originally under the moniker of the Tallahassee Anime Festival. In 2005 it took on its current and more renowned name. In those years FreeCon has grown by leaps and bounds, expanding in both fanbase and content. This year we will continue to offer more content, contests and events. Look around here for all the info concerning the event.
Apr 18th 2010 • Inn at Reading, Reading, PA 19610
anime, art, collectibles, computer, cosplay, fantasy, geek, larp, music, roleplaying game, video game,
FREE play all day on arcade games! Lots of great vendors with new and old-school games and supplies! Low, low, LOW $5 entrance fee! Game tournaments, including MTG! Celebrity guests!
Apr 23rd-25th 2010 • Sheraton Bloomington Hotel!, Minneapolis, MN 55439
Minnesota’s very own convention dedicated to Anime, Manga, and Japanese culture. This is a convention run by fans for fans. We are open to people of all ages and interest related to this media explosion. Register... Get a hotel room... Volunteer... The excitement awaits... Take the Detour today...
Apr 23rd-25th 2010 • University of Houston, Houston, TX 77004
anime, cosplay, roleplaying game, video game,
Annual Gaming and Anime convention in Houston Texas.
Apr 24th-25th 2010 • Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY 14623
anime, comics, cosplay, manga,
Tora-con will be fully featured, with a dealer’s room, artist alley, panels, workshops, cosplay, an AMV contest, and more! For a fraction of the cost of larger conventions, you can enjoy everything that anime has to offer!
Apr 24th-25th 2010 • Stampede Park, Calgary, AB T2R 0G8
animation, anime, celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo was born in 2006 after carefully evaluating the potential of a show dedicated to not only comics, but to the cross-media attention that exists in the entertainment industry. As has been the result, our expo has become the single largest event of its kind across all of Western Canada. We feature all elements of pop culture including sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, animation, and the horror genres.
Apr 29th-May 2nd 2010 • Valley Forge Convention Center, King of Prussia, PA 19406
animation, anime, art, collectibles, comics, computer, cosplay, craft, dance, fantasy, goth, halloween, harry potter, horror, larp, lovecraft, manga, paranormal, pirate, renaissance, roleplaying game, science fiction, victoriana, zombie,
If you like to visit conventions or have never been to one before we welcome everyone who is into Goth, horror movies, classic movies, animatronics, robots, makeup, prop building, airbrushing, or just plain anything to do with Halloween to attend. Our seminars are top notch, and you will find vendors that have products and services that will amaze you.
Apr 30th-May 2nd 2010 • Sheraton Music City Hotel, Nashville, TN 37214
Middle Tennessee Anime Convention: Art, Cosplay, and Martial Arts!
Apr 30th-May 2nd 2010 • Ramada Inn Convention Center, Eau Claire, WI 54701
The first Anime convention in the state of Wisconsin
Apr 30th-May 2nd 2010 • Crowne Plaza, Romulus, MI 48174
anime, comics, fan, fantasy, film, geek, literary, media, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, technology, video game,
More than 1,000 geeks who gather annually in southeast Michigan to celebrate science fiction and fantasy, free and open source software, and other geek interests. A party in a hotel all weekend bursting with creativity and intelligence--and free beer! Packed with scheduled content crossing disciplines, full of celebrities and experts, opening the source of everything by teaching you HOWTO. Encouraging you, the attendees, to teach us what you know. A half-dozen conventions combined. Concerts, anime, costuming, games, LAN party, comics, podcasts, and one of the most renowned hopitality suites in America. Mix and match a weekend that’s just for you!
May 12th-15th 2010 • LSU, Baton Rouge, LA 70803
animation, anime, comics, film,
The festival has its roots firmly planted in the creative side of the animation business and acts to provide animators, directors, students, artists, designers, writers and educators with a forum in which they can share their knowledge and skills and promote the art of animation.
May 14th-16th 2010 • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Des Plaines, IL 60018
anime, art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, dance, filk, karaoke, manga, media, science fiction,
Anime Central (ACen) is the Midwest Anime, Manga, and Asian Culture Convention. ACen is sponsored by the Midwest Animation Promotion Society (MAPS), and over more than a decade has grown into one of the largest fan-run conventions of its type in the country, ACen is known for providing a fun, exciting environment for fans of all ages. As part of its mission, ACen brings fans together with guests from the Japanese and US sectors of the anime and manga industry, as well as gaming, cinema, and Asian culture personalities. The event includes a huge exhibit hall, a massive video game room, concerts, dances, educational panels and workshops, premiere screenings, autograph sessions, 24-hour video rooms, tabletop gaming and much, much more! Attendees can attend a dance with 5,000 of their favorite friends and cheer while amazing DJs spin, enjoy an incredible concert, or visit the largest artist’s alley found in any US anime convention.
May 14th-16th 2010 • Ashbury Hotel, Mobile, AL 36608
anime, art, comics, fantasy, horror, roleplaying game, science fiction,
MOBICON is an annual fan convention held in Mobile, Alabama. Founded in 1998, its membership has steadily grown since its inception. Mobicon is a Multigenre convention with a broad focus on many aspects of fandom. Including science fiction, fantasy, gaming, movies, anime, horror, art, and comics to name a few. Guests include: Vic Mignogna, J.F. Lewis, Sarah Clemens, Davey Beauchamp, Karen Chance, Glenda Finklestein, Debbora Wiles, Patrick Burns.
May 15th-16th 2010 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - Grandstand, Saint Paul, MN 55108
anime, art, card game, collectibles, comics, costume, fan, fan fiction, literary, manga, media, pulp, science fiction, star trek, star wars, writing, zine,
For the 22nd consecutive year, a celebration of a singular and unique art form will take place here in the Twin Cities. The Midwest Comic Book Association is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization devoted to the recognition, appreciation, and preservation of the art of the comic book. Our annual two-day SpringCon Comic Book Convention is an event for people throughout the Upper Midwest. Fans young and old have the opportunity to meet and visit with creators, writers, and artists of independent, alternative, nationally- and internationally-known comics such as Superman, Batman, Justice League, and many others. Special events will include a show of collectibles and comic art with examples from some of the masters of the craft, as well as educational Q&A panels with professional artists and retailers. The annual charity auction will feature comic art donated by guest artists, with proceeds going to local and national charities. Live bands will perform daily. Grab bags will be given out to the first several hundred attendees, and door prizes will be awarded all weekend long. Comic dealers from across the Upper Midwest will have collectibles available ranging from investment-grade comics to that first issue of Spider-Man you read as a kid. Comics are more than just words and pictures. Join us and see the people and the art that lay just beyond the capes.
May 27th-30th 2010 • Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ 85004
anime, collectibles, comics, cosplay, manga,
Phoenix Comicon Promises Comics, Cosplay, & Anime
May 27th-31st 2010 • , Madison, WI 53719
animation, anime, art, cosplay, costume, fan fiction, film, furry, historical, larp, media, steampunk, tea party, victoriana, writing, zine,
This is the first NakamaCon. The fandoms represented will be Anime, Steampunk and Furry. Besides the normal Anime showing and panels we will be offering a Steampunk themed Live action game, a High Tea party and a Steampunk fashion show.
May 27th-30th 2010 • The Grove Hotel, Boise, ID 83702
Anime Oasis Saga guests include: Johnny Young Bosch, Mari Iijima , Sonny Strait, The Slants, Michael Coleman, Ichidan, NDP Comics, Soul Candy, COO
May 28th-30th 2010 • Florida Hotel and Conference Center, Orlando, FL 32809
anime, art, comics, cosplay, music, science fiction,
Florida’s Largest Tattoo and Comic Book Convention, brought to you by Battle Mag Magazine and Brooklyn Brother’s Production. We are celebrating the Marvel Comics assembling the Avengers movies. This show is for our 25,000 Florida and Georgia readers and fans.
May 28th-30th 2010 • Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC 27601
anime, cosplay, film, karaoke, music,
Animazement regularly features events includes a musical, a dance (or two), Karaoke, Anime Hell, and a Music Video contest. In addition, there are several panels and workshops throughout the convention, covering typical anime convention panel-material, such as voice acting, learning Japanese, and costume construction. Many of these panels and workshops feature convention guests.
May 28th-30th 2010 • Toronto Congress Center, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1J1
anime, art, card game, collectibles, cosplay, karaoke, manga, media, video game,
Canada’s premier fan-run anime convention
May 28th-30th 2010 • Radisson Downtown Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
academic, animation, anime, art, board game, card game, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, craft, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, film, geek, historical, horror, larp, literary, lovecraft, manga, media, miniatures, monster, music, paranormal, pirate, pulp, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space, space western, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, technology, ufo, vampire, war game, writing,
Annual general science fiction and fantasy convention held in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is the longest-running convention in Utah and in the inter-mountain west. Events and activities include panels, presentations, workshops, masquerade, a large art show, gaming, a media room and anime room, and general fun for everyone. We are a family-friendly convention.
May 28th-31st 2010 • San Jose McEnery Convention Center, San Jose, CA 95113
FanimeCon is the largest anime convention in Northern California, immersing over 10,000 attendees in the world of Japanese animation and related arts. Anime fans can rejoice as Fanime offers a chorus of different events, including live concerts, engaging panels, thrilling competitions, non-stop video screenings of anime and Asian cinema, plus guests of honor from around the world. Its a non-stop symphony of epic proportions, so register now!
Jun 3rd-6th 2010 • Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Convention Center, Sandusky, OH 44870
anime, cosplay, karaoke, roleplaying game, video game,
Colossalcon is an Anime, Gaming, and Japanese Culture Convention, and your ultimate summer vacation getaway!
Jun 4th-6th 2010 • Sheraton Dallas, Dallas, TX 75201
anime, cosplay, film, manga, roleplaying game,
A-Kon is the oldest continually running, anime-based convention in N. America. Celebrating 20th year in 2009, A-Kon hosts anime fans and guests, and offers other items of interest ranging from gaming, to independent film, all in the quest to provide the best experience for the fans and bring the most engaging, and educational, entertainment to the anime community.
Jun 4th-6th 2010 • Biltmore Hotel Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
anime, art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fantasy, film, literary, miniatures, roleplaying game, science fiction,
SoonerCon is a fan-run multi-genre convention held annually in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. While originally created as a traditional sci-fi/fantasy convention, SoonerCon now crosses over to many different aspects of fandom including gaming, comics, literature, anime, miniature modeling, costuming, art, and film.
Jun 4th-6th 2010 • Holiday Inn Downtown, Huntsville, AL 35801
We are excited to be bringing the newest anime convention to Huntsville, AL. and the Tennessee Valley region. We are working hard to make HAMACON a fun and interesting event for anime fans and otaku of all ages. Keep checking back with us for updates on featured guests and fun-filled activites and panels.
Jun 4th-6th 2010 • Ramada Inn, Roanoke, VA 24013
anime, card game, cosplay, costume, dance, geek, roleplaying game, video game,
Video Game and Anime Convention in Roanoke Virginia.
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Marietta, Marietta, GA 30067
anime, comics, fantasy, horror, science fiction,
The official start of summer sci-fi s.e. fandom
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA 19107
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, manga, media, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge in Southern California to celebrate the best in pop culture. Anaheim Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Executive Inn Riverfront One, Paducah, KY 42001
OMGcon is an annual event that brings together anime and video games for a weekend of fun and excitement. There are special guests (such as voice actors and artists), dealers (for getting those hard-to-get merchandise), events (like cosplay and video game tournaments).
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Norfolk Marriott Chesapeake, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Anime Mid-Atlantic is an annual Japanese animation and culture convention held each year in Virginia. Join us for featured guests, music concerts and all of your favorite anime convention events.
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Lake Charles Civic Center, Lake Charles, LA 70601
anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, harry potter, literary, media, miniatures, music, science, science fiction, space, star trek, technology, twilight, video game, writing,
Louisiana’s premiere Sci-Fi and Pop Culture Convention.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • , Minneapolis, MN 55416
animation, anime, celebrity, comics, cosplay, costume, dance, fan, film, furry, geek, larp, manga, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
The Minneapolis Anime Convention is a Anime, Manga, and Gaming convention with an emphasis on asian culture, and entertainment.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • The Lodge Hotel, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Anime-Zing! is the premier anime convention of the quad cities. With an ama-zing castle-like convention center, AnimeZing will be the biggest anime event to ever hit the quad cities area. We invite fans of all ages to join us at The Lodge for three days of fun and excitement.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • ECHO Hotel, Edinburg, TX 78539
anime, comics, cosplay, music, video game,
Omnicon was created to be the first of its kind in our area. Dedicated to those who enjoy music, anime, comics, and video games. This convention is set to be a three day event starting in the end of June. It open to the public and will many events and attractions to enjoy. There will be games, tournaments and live music. After hours entertainment will also be organized for those who have booked room at the Venue. please join us and help make this annual event great!
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • Holiday Inn Select, Naperville, IL 60563
anime, filk, film, furry, literary, media, roleplaying game, science fiction,
We’ve got something for everyone, from our fabulous Young Fan programming, science and literature panels, writer’s workshops, special events like Build-a-Blinkie, Critter Crunch and the longest running Klingon Love Poetry of any con in the country. We pride ourselves on being a family friendly convention with fun things to do for fen of all ages.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • Doubletree Miami Mart, Miami, FL 33126
animation, anime, celebrity, comics, cosplay, fantasy, media, video game,
Florida Supercon is a 3 day festival dedicated to Comic Books, Anime, Animation, Video Games, Fantasy and Sci-Fi featuring celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&As, films & shorts, costume & cosplay contests, vendors, parties, anime, workshops, video gaming and more!
Jun 24th-27th 2010 • , South Portland, ME 04106
animation, anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, computer, cosplay, dance, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, film, geek, karaoke, lan, larp, manga, media, music, renaissance, roleplaying game, science, steampunk, video game,
PortConMaine is Maine’s biggest and longest running Anime & Gaming Convention! We happen to also be New England’s longest running convention as well. Woot! Fan run and for fans, the convention has succeeded year after year to bring anime and gaming funs events such as: a cosplay, anime music videos, two anime theaters, a video game room, panels, discussions, workshops, CCGs, miniature events, RPGs, board games, an auction, extreme geek, Cthulhu, karaoke, an artist alley, contests, free stuff, vendors, and more! Stock full of goodness, with enough events to keep you busy and wanting more- this convention is a family friendly outing for all ages!
Jun 24th-27th 2010 • Dolphin Hotel, Orlando, FL 32830
anime, comics, fantasy, film, manga, science fiction,
BotCon is the Official Transformers Convention sponsored by the Transformers Collectors’ Club and Hasbro! Featuring special guests, dealer room, panels, show exclusives and more, much more!
Jun 25th-26th 2010 • Crowne Plaza hotel, Austin, TX 78752
Austin’s newest anime convention
Jun 26th-27th 2010 • Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 49401
animation, anime, cosplay, free, manga,
Our theme this year is Rise of the Machines! We are working on a great event this year. If you don’t know by now, JAFAX is the nation’s largest free anime convention. Specifically focused in educating attendees in all aspects of Japanese culture. It’s a two day festival with games, contests, entertainment, education and shopping. Each year, guests join us from different parts of the Anime and Japanese cultural industry, to bring this event to you. JAFAX also exists to support uprising artists, giving them an outlet to express themselves to you and our guests. Don’t forget to pick up some pocky from one of our many vendors!
Jul 1st-4th 2010 • Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA 90015
anime, art, card game, collectibles, cosplay, karaoke, manga, media, video game,
Anime Expo is the nation’s largest anime/manga convention and serves to foster trade, commerce and the interests of the general public and animation/ comics industry. This event serves as a key meeting place for the general public to express their interest and explore various aspects of anime/manga, as well as for members of the industry to conduct business.
Jul 1st-4th 2010 • Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, Minneapolis, MN 55439
anime, art, fantasy, filk, literary, media, science fiction,
CONvergence is a convention for fans of Science Fiction and Fantasy in all media. It features three days of nearly round-the-clock entertainment including: Local and National Guests, Two Full Floors of Cabana Room Parties, Panels and other Programming, Live Music and DJ Dance, Costume Contest/Masquerade, Cinema Rex Movie Room, Theater Nippon Anime Room, Dealers Room, Art Show and Auction, ConSuite, COF2E2 Free Coffee Shop, Harmonic CONvergence, Connie’s Space Lounge, Silent Auction, and more!
Jul 9th-11th 2010 • San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter Hotel, San Antonio, TX 78205
anime, card game, cosplay, costume, dance, geek, karaoke, manga, media, video game,
San Japan returns for its third year in bringing the best of Japanese culture & anime to the famous Riverwalk.
Jul 9th-11th 2010 • Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare, Des Plaines, IL 60018
anime, cosplay, fantasy, horror, kaiju, manga, media, monster, science fiction,
G-FEST XVI is the largest regular gathering of Godzilla and Japanese monster fans in the world. Held each summer, G-FEST typically attracts about 1000 attendees. In 2005, more than 1300 attended. G-FEST is a family-oriented convention which caters to a wide variety of interests within the kaiju genre. G-FEST features presentations and Q & A sessions by actors and crew from the Japanese Godzilla films, fan presentations on topics of interest, contests and gaming, new and classic kaiju movies, the western world’s largest kaiju-oriented dealers room, and lots of fun and camaraderie.
Jul 10th-12th 2010 • Embassy Suites Omaha-La Vista, La Vista, NE 68128
anime, celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, roleplaying game, science fiction,
Contagion: Outbreak is the convention the Midwest has been missing. Covering many genres and media types, Contagion: Outbreak will be the must not miss convention of 2011. Join them for Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, Anime, Gaming, Celebrities, Panels and Workshops, Contests, Comics, and so much more!
Jul 10th-11th 2010 • Busse Woods, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
anime, cosplay, manga, video game,
SoyCon is a large weekend summer cosplay event where attendees can fulfill their weekend with the joy of cosplay, promote their interest of manga, anime, video games, & more, and of course, have alot of fun. The weekend is split up into 2 different days with each having it’s own unique gathering style.
Jul 10th-11th 2010 • Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL 32202
anime, collectibles, comics, fantasy, roleplaying game, science fiction,
A Northeast Florida convention for fans of Science Fiction, Fantasy. Anime, Comics, Collectibles, & Gaming.
Jul 16th-18th 2010 • New Orleans Marriott, New Orleans, LA 70130
MechaCon is an annual three day anime convention in Lafayette, Louisiana and held on a weekend sometime during July or August. MechaCon mixes anime, Transformers, and Japanese culture.
Jul 16th-18th 2010 • Grand Wayne Convention Center, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Indiana’s Preimere Japanese Animation and Pop culture Convention.
Jul 17th 2010 • Delta Beausejour Hotel, Moncton, NB E1C 1E6
From the same dedicated staff and volunteers who’ve held Animaritime since 2004, comes Animinitime: two one-day events with the purpose of continuing to bring the best of anime and gaming to the Maritimes. A family friendly event with lots to do and see, we strive to make sure there’s something for every fan, new and old. We hope to see you there in 2010!
Jul 17th-18th 2010 • Owens Community College, Perrysburg, OH 43551
GarasuNoShiCon is the Toledo area’s premiere Japanese anime convention.
Jul 22nd-25th 2010 • San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA 92101
anime, art, comics, cosplay, film, manga, media,
Along with panels, seminars, and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films, portfolio review sessions with top comic book and video game companies, and such evening events as awards ceremonies and the Masquerade; a costume contest, and the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival, which showcases shorts and feature length movies that do not have distribution or distribution deals.
Jul 23rd-25th 2010 • Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
A medium sized convention in Sioux Falls SD that is made of awesome and win. Sogen has become synonymous with rising above adversity.
Jul 23rd-25th 2010 • Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, FL 33602
anime, fantasy, science fiction,
Theme: Ninja vs Samurai
Jul 30th-Aug 1st 2010 • Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD 21201
anime, art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, filk, karaoke, manga, media,
Otakon is the convention of the otaku generation: by fans, for fans; and we’re back for our 16th year! Join thousands of your fellow fans as we descend on Baltimore to celebrate all anime, manga, and all facets of Asian pop culture! Ever since 1999, we’ve taken over a sizable chunk of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for a 3-day festival celebrating the pop culture that’s brought us everything from Astroboy to Yu-Gi-Oh, from the Seven Samurai to Spirited Away. We can’t wait to see you there!
Aug 5th-8th 2010 • Wyndham Orlando Resort, Orlando, FL 32819
animation, anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, cosplay, costume, fan, geek, historical, horror, manga, music, roleplaying game, steampunk, twitter, video game,
AFO is a multi-day celebration of all things related to Japanese animation and pop culture held at the Wyndham Orlando Resort in August. Growing in attendance nearly 20% each year since its inception in 2000, Anime Festival Orlando has earned the title of
Aug 6th-8th 2010 • Grant MacEwan College, Edmonton, AB T5J 2P2
Animethon is the longest running Anime Festival in Western Canada, spanning 3 days.
Aug 6th-8th 2010 • Bevill Center, Huntsville, AL 35816
anime, fantasy, horror, science fiction, video game,
We are not soley a Sci-Fi Convention. We will be heralding from the Main 5 Corners of Geekdom and Beyond. Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, Anime, and Video Games.
Aug 13th-15th 2010 • University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
animation, anime, art, card game, comics, cosplay, dance, fan, geek, larp, manga, music,
Vancouver’s annual three-day event celebrating Japanese animation and Asian popular culture. The three-day convention is expected to draw close to 5,000 people and brings together art, animation (anime), comic books (manga), video games, film and music in a celebration of Asian popular culture and multimedia. Convention attendees can attend Q&A’s and workshops with voice actors, directors, artists, animators, comic books publishers and game developers. Video screenings, video game rooms, a cultural festival and live performances by DJs, bands and improv actors are sure to keep guests thoroughly entertained.
Aug 19th-22nd 2010 • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Des Plaines, IL 60018
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, manga, media, video game,
Join thousands of fellow fans as they all converge at Chicago Comic-Con to celebrate the best in pop culture. Wizard World has it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Aug 20th-22nd 2010 • Hyatt Regency Miami, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
anime, art, cosplay, fantasy, horror, science fiction,
Mizu Con is an annual convention based on Japanese Animation and the many sub-genres of Anime. Mizu Con will feature many of the festivities found at most Anime conventions. Events will include interesting and informative panels, Anime DVD screenings, live action movies, video gaming and even an Anime music video showcase! Mizu Con will also host an Artist Alley where local artists may showcase and sell their artwork and crafts. In addition there will be a cosplay contest, special guests, a dealer’s room and much more!
Sep 3rd-6th 2010 • Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 30303
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fantasy, lan, larp, manga, media, music, science fiction, star trek, star wars, steampunk, video game,
Dragon*Con is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction and fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film in the US.
Sep 3rd-5th 2010 • Radisson Hotel, Sacramento, CA 95815
Sacremento Anime Convention is the show where “Fans Come to Play”. Our philosophy has always been to provide fun, safe, family friendly entertainment at a reasonable price.
Sep 10th-12th 2010 • Marriott DTC, Denver, CO 80237
anime, art, cosplay, craft, dance, video game,
We offer a variety of programming and original activities throughout the convention weekend, with a focusing on responsibility, integrity and a love of the community.
Sep 17th-19th 2010 • Renaissance Waverly Hotel, Atlanta, GA 30339
anime, cosplay, dance, manga, video game,
Anime Weekend Atlanta (AWA) has a wide variety of events including video room showings of Japanese cartoons from new releases and titles going back to the 1960s, a dealer’s room with retailers who sell Japanese animation and manga related merchandise such as toys, videos, audio CDs and artwork, workshops, panel discussions on various topics including the current trends in Japan and how they will affect the United States, a costume contest where attendees dress up as their favorite anime or manga character, and scores of guests who have worked or currently are working in the industry.
Sep 25th 2010 • Best Western Abbey Inn, Saint George, UT 84770
Still on an anime high from AnimeVegas? Can’t make it all the way up to Salt Lake City for Anime Banzai? Then Anime St. George is your perfect middle ground! We will have a Panel Room, Screening Room and Dealers Room. At the end of the day, we will open up both the Panel room and the Screening Room to make way for our Masquerade and Dance.
Oct 1st-3rd 2010 • The Big Sandy Superstore Arena, Huntington, WV 25701
anime, cosplay, dance, karaoke, manga,
Video Screenings; Guest Panels; Industry Panels; Fan Panels; Game Shows; Dealers Room; Artists Alley; Video Game Room; Video Game Tournaments; Cosplay and Masquerade; Anime Music Video Contest; Midnight Rave
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Javits Center, New York, NY 10001
anime, art, comics, cosplay, media, video game,
The New York Anime Festival features exclusive and extensive anime screenings, guests from America and Japan, manga, cosplay, video games, live-action Japanese cinema, fashion, food, and the cultural treasures that gave birth to Japanese pop culture.
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Park Place Hotel, Kansas City, MO 64120
animation, anime, art, cosplay, costume, dance, geek, karaoke, manga, steampunk, tea party, video game, weird,
Kansas City’s Newest Anime Convention! Join us this October at the Park Place Hotel, for a weekend of fun and anime fandom! Featuring anime themed gameshows, showings, video and tabletop gaming, and so very much more.
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Doubletree Westshore Tampa, Tampa, FL 33607
anime, board game, card game, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, karaoke, literary, manga, pulp, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game, weird, writing, zombie,
The Tampa Bay OddCon is a three day Grown-up, let-it-all-hang geekstravaganza dedicated to celebrating all things in glorious geekdom! Comics, Games of all kinds, Anime and other Animation, Fantasy and Sci-Fi and so much more! This is a mature atmosphere for the immature to enjoy panels, costume contests, guest speakers and other alternative activities will keep you coming back for more! Spend a weekend with YOUR kind, OUR kind
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Davis Convention Center, Layton, UT 84041
anime, comics, cosplay, costume, fantasy, manga, media, roleplaying game, steampunk, video game, zombie,
Budding anime convention that’s been running for about five years. Family-friendly and LOTS of fun.
Oct 16th 2010 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Saint Paul, MN 55108
animation, anime, art, card game, collectibles, comics, costume, craft, fan, fan fiction, geek, literary, manga, media, pulp, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate, writing, zine,
The One Day Wonder!
Oct 22nd-23rd 2010 • Bluefield State College, Bluefield, WV 24701
anime, board game, card game, comics, costume, doctor who, fantasy, filk, film, furry, geek, ghosts, larp, media, pulp, robot, roleplaying game, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate,
Oct 22nd-23rd 2010 • The Grand Sierra Resort, Reno, NV 89595
anime, cosplay, geek, manga, roleplaying game, video game,
Sierra Nevada Anime Fans Unite (SNAFU Con) is an anime convention in Reno, NV, inside the Grand Sierra Resort.
Oct 22nd-24th 2010 • Hilton Bayfront, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, computer, craft, dance, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, film, geek, goth, horror, larp, literary, lovecraft, manga, miniatures, music, paranormal, pirate, renaissance, robot, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, twitter, vampire, video game, weird, writing, zombie,
Necronomicon is a Convention for Science-Fiction, Fantasy and Horror fans based in the Tampa Bay area of Florida, now in its 29th year! Our GoH this year is none other than David Gerrold, author of many wonderful works including everyone’s favorite Star Trek episode “Trouble With Tribbles”. Featuring gaming, panels, trivia, video, costumes, LARP, LAN, Dealer’s Room, Art Show, Con Suite, Guest of Honor Banquet, Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog - The Sing-Along, Necronomi-Prom, Ghourmet Bheer Tasting, Adult Scavenger Hunt, Charity Raffle and Filk.
Oct 29th-31st 2010 • Lord Nelson Hotel, Halifax, NS B3J 2L2
anime, board game, collectibles, comics, fantasy, geek, miniatures, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, video game,
HAL-CON is a not-for-profit association that will be holding a Science Fiction/ Fantasy/ Comic/ Gaming/ Anime/ Media convention. This will be an event that fans of Sci-Fi, fantasy, anime, gaming and Comics genres can come together and celebrate what they love about their passions. With celebrity guests, merchant tables, gaming of all sorts, workshops, entertainment and much, much, more. We hope to see you all there so we can make this a great event not just for the fans, but for Halifax and the Maritime provinces.
Feb 25th-27th 2011 • Radisson Hotel, Appleton, WI 54911
The primary reason for KatsuneKon existing is anime! However, we have other fun things that include, but not limited to, cosplay contest, late-night dance, amazing artists, a few amazing guests of honor, and much, much more!
Mar 11th-13th 2011 • Boise Airport Holiday Inn, Boise, ID 83705
anime, celebrity, computer, cosplay, fan, lan, science fiction,
Mar 26th-27th 2011 • Marriott Century Center, Atlanta, GA 30345
animation, anime, art, celebrity, comics, cosplay, goth, science fiction,
InvaderCON is a fan convention organized by Green Mustard Entertainment, Inc. (also known as Wasabi Anime). The event is designed to be a celebration of the 10th anniversary of enduringly popular cartoon Invader ZIM which ran on Nickelodeon from 2001-2003. It will feature guests who worked on Invader ZIM when it was produced and will also include events themed around the show and characters including Richard Horvitz (the voice of It will feature guests who worked on Invader ZIM when it was produced and will also include events themed around the show and characters including Richard Horvitz (the voice of ZIM) and Rikki Simons (the voice of GIR)
Jul 1st-3rd 2011 • Delta Beausejour Hotel, Moncton, NB E1C 1E6
Coming back for it’s seventh year, Animaritime is bringing the best of Anime and Gaming to Atlantic Canada. Animaritime is a family friendly convention with a great selection of events, guests, and vendors for new and old fans alike. With something for everyone we hope to see you at Animaritime 2011!
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