What vendors should know.
Superstar Anime is a family-friendly convention celebrating Japanese culture, animation, and entertainment. It features a variety of vendors, panels, artists, cosplay contests, and gaming.
Crowd
Around ~5,000 attendees across the run.
Venue
The convention takes place at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, located at 1000 19th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
What's happening.
Cosplay
The cosplay contest includes categories for Best Adult Cosplay, Best Kids Cosplay, and Best Group Cosplay, with cash prizes awarded to winners. All contestants must be registered attendees and adhere to specific rules regarding costumes and conduct.
Gaming
The game room features a board and card game library provided by Atlantis, with staff available to assist attendees in selecting games. A wide variety of games are available for demo.
Mini events & panels.
A working schedule of the panels, screenings, and meetups happening across the run. Subject to change up to doors.
- 11AMPanelQ&A with Phillip Andrew
Phillip Andrew shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time as Merrick Baliton, the Lunar Wolf Ranger from Power Rangers Wild Force.
SUITE 3 (2ND FLOOR) - 12PMPanelCHAINSAW MAN CAST Q&A PANEL
Join the English voice cast of Chainsaw Man for behind-the-scenes stories and character insights.
SUITE 3 (2ND FLOOR) - 1PMPanelQ&A with Sarah Natochenny
Sarah Natochenny discusses her journey as the voice of Ash Ketchum in Pokémon and shares her experiences in voice acting.
SUITE 3 (2ND FLOOR) - 2PMPanelMIGHTY MORPHIN Q&A with Catherine Sutherland and Nakia Burrise
Catherine Sutherland and Nakia Burrise share their experiences as the Pink and Yellow Rangers in Power Rangers.
SUITE 3 (2ND FLOOR) - 3PMPanelQ&A with Johnny Yong Bosch
Johnny Yong Bosch shares stories from his career and offers a sneak peek at his upcoming project, Gabriel and the Guardians.
SUITE 3 - 4PMPanelQ&A WITH Alejandra Reynoso
Alejandra Reynoso discusses her roles in various animated series and shares behind-the-scenes stories.
SUITE 3 (2ND FLOOR) - 3:30PMContestCOSPLAY CONTEST
Participants showcase their costumes in various categories, with winners announced at 5PM.
MAIN STAGE IN THE EXHIBIT HALL1 hour - 4:30PMContestCOSPLAY DANCE-OFF
Show off your dance moves for a chance to win prizes while judges choose this year's cosplay champions.
MAIN STAGE
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