What vendors should know.
San Diego Anime Con 2024 promises a vibrant celebration of anime culture, featuring a mix of panels, workshops, cosplay events, and a vendor hall, all set in a welcoming environment for fans of all ages. The convention will take place from November 15 to 17, 2024, at the Legacy Resort Hotel and Spa in San Diego.
What's happening.
Vendor Hall
The vendor hall will offer a wide variety of merchandise, including clothes, action figures, collectibles, and more.
Artist Alley
The convention will feature a dedicated Artist Alley showcasing contemporary and multimedia art from local and regional artists.
Cosplay
A cosplay contest will take place on Sunday, November 17, 2024, with prizes for participants, including a championship belt for the winner.
Gaming
There will be dedicated gaming areas, including a board game room and a video game room focusing on social play.
Panels & Workshops
Panels will cover diverse topics related to anime, cosplay, and Japanese culture, including sessions like 'How to Get Started in Cosplay' and 'From Another World: A Brief History of Isekai Anime.'
Food & Culture
Food experiences will be available, including a Maid Cafe presented by Mochi Cafe.
Music & Concerts
The event will feature performances, including a string quartet playing anime theme songs and various entertainment acts throughout the weekend.
Theme & Focus
The San Diego Anime Con (SDAC) invites fans to 'Bring the Fury,' celebrating all facets of anime and pop culture in an inclusive environment for fans of all levels of interest in anime.
Who's showing up.
A confirmed slate of voice actors, mangaka, cosplayers, and industry guests.
Kaichi Sato
Kaichi is an animation producer, director, and writer from Tokyo, Japan. He began his career at the age of 19 with the film 'Schubert' and has produced independent films while working in TV and video cinema. He is known for his work on 'CannibAlien' and 'Rick & Morty: Samurai & Shogun', and has won awards at film festivals worldwide.
Chikkupea
Chikkupea is a Southern California-based cosplayer with over 10 years of experience creating costumes. She has a passion for sewing and loves anything blue, poofy or glittery, particularly in competitive cosplay.
Mini events & panels.
A working schedule of the panels, screenings, and meetups happening across the run. Subject to change up to doors.
- Nov 17Cosplay Contest
A cosplay contest with prizes, including a championship belt for the winner.
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