What vendors should know.
Anime-ZAP! is a three-day convention celebrating anime, video games, comic books, and popular culture, attracting over a thousand attendees.
Crowd
Around ~5,000 attendees across the run.
What's happening.
Cosplay
Cosplay is encouraged, and outfits that cover all the 'naughty bits' are generally acceptable, though revealing outfits may be disallowed to maintain a family-friendly environment.
Panels & Workshops
Panels cover various topics, including mental health, diversity, and career advice in animation and voice acting, providing valuable resources for attendees.
Music & Concerts
The convention features evening events including dances with professional sound and light presentations.
Charity
The convention supports local charities through fundraising events and provides free admission for youth participating in disadvantaged programs.
Theme & Focus
The convention focuses on creating a safe and inclusive space for fans of anime and pop culture, with a strong emphasis on community support and education.
Mini events & panels.
A working schedule of the panels, screenings, and meetups happening across the run. Subject to change up to doors.
- TBAContestGrand Cosplay Competition
The highlight of the convention, showcasing stunning costumes and fantastic performances on the main stage.
- TBAEventFabulous Date Auction
An exciting opportunity to win a date to the formal ball, with proceeds supporting the convention and charity.
- TBAEventFantasy Ball
A formal dance event featuring professional dance lessons and a fun atmosphere for attendees in cosplay or formal attire.
- TBALiveForbidden Fandom Dames' Burlesque
An 18+ burlesque performance celebrating various fandoms with humor and style.
- TBAEventGame Shows
Interactive and hilarious game shows where attendees can participate and win fun prizes.
- TBAEventKaraoke Krypt
A lively karaoke event where attendees can sing their favorite anime themes and J-Pop hits.
- TBAEventMiniatures Room
A space for tabletop wargaming, painting figurines, and workshops related to miniatures.
- TBAEventTabletop Gaming Room
A weekend full of fun with board games, casual gaming sessions, and a coloring room.
- TBAPanelCosplay 101 Panel
A panel covering the basics of cosplay, including tips and tricks for newcomers.
- TBAPanelLolita Fashion Panel
A discussion focused on the Lolita fashion subculture and its significance in anime fandom.
- TBAPanelDante's Guide To Picking Up Women
A humorous panel providing tips and tricks from the perspective of Dante.
- TBAPanelFanfiction 101
A panel discussing the art of writing fanfiction and sharing tips for aspiring writers.
- TBAPanelJapanese Ghost Stories
A panel exploring traditional and modern ghost stories from Japan.
- TBAPanelCrossplay Both Ways
A discussion on the art of crossplay in cosplay, including tips for all genders.
- TBAPanelYuri/Yaoi Panels
Panels discussing the themes and significance of Yuri and Yaoi in anime and manga.
- TBAPanelOrigami Related Panels
Panels focused on the art of origami, including demonstrations and workshops.
- TBAPanelCon Survival Guide Panels
Panels providing tips and tricks for navigating conventions successfully.
- TBAPanelVideo Game Panels
Panels discussing various aspects of video games, including trends and favorite titles.
- TBAEventMock-Combat Battlefield
An interactive event where attendees can engage in mock combat scenarios.
- TBAScreeningVarious Anime Screenings
Screenings of various anime titles throughout the convention.
- TBAContestVarious Gaming Tournaments
Competitive gaming tournaments featuring popular video games and tabletop games.
- TBAEventVarious Photoshoots
Scheduled times for cosplay photoshoots for different fandoms.
- TBAMeetupVarious Fan Meetups
Meetups for fans of specific shows or genres to connect and share their interests.
- TBAWorkshopLearn the Hare Hare Yukai
A panel teaching attendees the dance steps to the popular Hare Hare Yukai dance.
- TBAPanelOld School Anime
A panel discussing classic anime and its impact on the genre.
- TBAPanelSquare Enix Pairings
A discussion on character pairings from Square Enix games and their fandoms.
- TBAPanelAccessibility Stickers and Access in Con Operations
A panel discussing accessibility measures at conventions and how to improve them.
- TBAPanelIt Gets Better Suicide Prevention Panel Discussion
A panel focused on suicide prevention and support for attendees.
- TBAPanelAutism in the Anime Community Panel Presentation
A discussion on autism awareness within the anime community.
- TBAEventAnime Rave Dances
Nightly dances featuring DJs and a vibrant atmosphere for attendees to enjoy.
- TBAEventFashion Show
A showcase of various fashion styles, including cosplay and alternative fashion.
- TBAWorkshopFormal Dance Lessons
Professional lessons offered before the fantasy ball for attendees to learn formal dance.
- TBAConcertEpic Concerts
Live performances featuring various artists playing anime theme song covers and original music.
- TBAPanelSpecial Panels
Unique presentations and discussions with special guests that attendees won't want to miss.
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