What vendors should know.
Capital City AnimeFest is a single day anime and gaming convention held at Mercer County Community College James Kerney Campus in Trenton, NJ. The event features industry guests, fan-run panels, gaming tournaments, and artist alleys.
Tickets are available starting from $15.00 for various time blocks throughout the day.
Crowd
Around ~5,000 attendees across the run.
Venue
The convention takes place in two buildings on the James Kerney Campus, both of which are up to code and equipped with elevators. Accessible parking is available near the main building entrance.
Applications
Vendor applications are open for artists who create their own merchandise, as well as for panels, workshops, and gaming tournaments.
What's happening.
Cosplay
Cosplay is encouraged but not required at the convention. Minors should be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets
Tickets are available starting from $15.00 for various time blocks throughout the day.
Panels & Workshops
The convention hosts fan-run panels and workshops, providing opportunities for attendees to engage in discussions and activities.
Charity
Funds raised through ticket sales and table fees support operational costs and provide micro scholarships to Trenton campus students pursuing the arts.
Theme & Focus
The convention focuses on inclusivity for fans of Japanese pop culture and media, catering to a diverse audience.
Who's showing up.
A confirmed slate of voice actors, mangaka, cosplayers, and industry guests.
Gigi Murakami
RESENTER
Luz Batista
The Owl House · Moon Girl and the Devil Dinosaur · MTV’s Greatest Party Story Ever · Fox ADHD
Paul Castro Jr.
Genshin Impact · Honkai: Star Rail · NEO: The World Ends with You · Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth · BELLE · Pokemon: Paldean Winds · NETFLIX's The First Slam Dunk · The Seven Deadly Sins: The Four Knights of the Apocalypse · Clifford The Big Red Dog
Sarah-Nicole Robles
The Owl House · Encanto · Carmen San Diego · Baymax! · Grey's Anatomy · The Fosters
Mini events & panels.
A working schedule of the panels, screenings, and meetups happening across the run. Subject to change up to doors.
- TBAContestCosplay Craftsmanship Contest
A contest showcasing the skills and creativity of cosplayers.
- TBAEventCosplay Masquerade Application
Application process for participants in the Cosplay Masquerade.
- TBAEventIdol Stage Application
Application for performers wishing to participate in the Idol Stage.
- TBAEventFamily Feud Sign Up
Sign up for the Family Feud game event.
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