Anime NJ++ (Hudson Valley Area, New Jersey)
2026-11-13 - 2026-11-15 | Hilton Woodcliff Lake, 200 Tice Blvd, Woodcliff Lake, NJ, 07677, United States
Anime NJ++ is a celebration of all things Japanese culture, not just anime! Anime, Kaiju, Tokusatsu, J-Cinema and even Hentai, Anime NJ++ is bringing all this to the Hudson Valley every year.

Comic Arts (San Antonio, Texas)
2026-11-14 | Norris Conference Centers, 618 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX, 78216, United States
Comic Arts – San Antonio
The home for people who love comics!
General Admission:
$10 at the door​​
VIP Admission:
SOLD OUT

(Ages 9 and under free with an Adult with either paid admission)​

Garden State Comic Fest (Morristown, New Jersey)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | Mennen Sports Arena, 161 Hanover Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960, Morristown, NJ, 07960, United States
Garden State Comic Fest is New Jersey’s coolest comic convention.
Saturday:
VIP Show Hours: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
General Admission Show Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
VIP Show Hours: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
General Admission Show Hours: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

NC Comicon (Raleigh / Durham, North Carolina)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | Durham Convention Center, 301 West Morgan St, Durham, NC, 27701, United States
The staff and crew of the triangle area’s locally owned and operated comic convention are thrilled to be back in downtown Durham for the 10th anniversary of NC Comicon! This North Carolina comic con event has all your favorites and brand new convention highlights including panels, cosplay, plus much more!!
Show Hours
Saturday 10AM – 6PM
Sunday 10AM – 5PM
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Guests List:
Tommy Lee Edwards: Comic book artist known for various works including Gatchaman, Jupiter’s Legacy, Mother Panic, and Star Wars.
Larry Hama: Writer and artist best known for his work on G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero and Wolverine.
Zoe Thorogood: Comic artist and writer known for It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth and Rain. (Note: While listed on the website, please be aware that guest appearances can sometimes change.)
Afua Richardson: Artist known for her work on Black Panther: World of Wakanda and Aquaman. (Note: While listed on the website, please be aware that guest appearances can sometimes change.)
Joe Whiteford: Comic artist.

St Tammany Collectors Con (Mandeville, Louisiana)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | Castine Center, 63350 Pelican Dr, Mandeville, LA, 70448, United States
St Tammany Collectors Con is the largest event of its kind on the North Shore. You will find toys, comics, records, video games, pop culture, local artists and more!
From St Tammany Collectors Con website
Dive into the ultimate realm of nostalgia at St Tammany Collectors Con, where 40,000 square feet of pure geek heaven awaits. Unleash your inner collector as you explore the expansive world of toys, comics, and collectibles, featuring the Gulf South’s most extensive selection of both vintage and modern action figures. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of pop culture history, from classic treasures to the latest gems! Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a casual enthusiast, St Tammany Collectors Con is the ultimate destination for fans of all ages. Meet and mingle with these incredible guests, embark on a treasure hunt, and bask in the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts.

Garden State Winter Fest (Augusta, New Jersey)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | The Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd, Augusta, NJ, 07822, United States
Garden State Comic Fest: Winter Fest is back! Held at the The Sussex County Fair Grounds 37 Plains Rd. Augusta NJ.

Anime Impulse Dallas (Texas)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, 650 S Griffin St, Dallas, TX, 75202, United States
ANIME Impulse is a weekend-long celebration of all things anime, manga, video games, and fandom with the likes of a massive Vendor Hall and Artist Alley for attendees to shop to their hearts’ content, special appearances from voice actors, cosplayers, influencers, and streamers, nonstop live entertainment, and a near endless selection from food booths.
Show Hours
Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 7pm
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Anime Weekend Atlanta (Georgia)
2026-11-19 - 2026-11-22 | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA, 30313, United States
AWA, or Anime Weekend Atlanta, is a 4 day celebration of Japanese culture, anime (animation) and manga (comics), with a dash of general pop-culture that takes place at the Cobb Galleria, the Renaissance Waverly Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia.
Anime Weekend Atlanta Exhibit Hall Hours
Thursday Closed
Friday 10AM – 7PM
Saturday 10AM – 7PM
Sunday 10AM – 5PM
Panel Hours
Thursday 1PM – 4AM
Friday 9AM – 4AM
Saturday 9AM – 4AM
Sunday 9AM – 6PM

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CTN Animation Expo (Burbank / Los Angeles, California)
2026-11-19 - 2026-11-22 | Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport, 2500 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, 91505, United States
The CTN Animation Expo, short for Creative Talent Network Animation Expo, is an annual expo held in Los Angeles area. It serves as a gathering for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the animation industry. This event is a significant in the animation community, providing valuable opportunities for learning, networking, and career development.

Anime USA (Washington DC / Virginia)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA, 22202
In 1999, a group of anime fans came together and started Anime USA, held in Washington DC area, a three-day convention celebrating Japanese animation, art, culture, history, and fashion. In 2004, Anime USA formed a non-profit educational organization to host the convention. Anime USA’s mission is to promote, as well as educate the public about Japanese arts and popular culture.
Programming Hours
Friday 9am – 12:30am
Saturday 9am ‐ 2am
Sunday 9am ‐ 5pm
Video Gaming
Friday 12pm – 1am
Saturday 10am – 1am
Sunday 10am – 3pm

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Previous Anime USA locations:
1999: Crowne Plaza, Crystal City, VA
2000–2001: Holiday Inn Rosslyn Westpark Hotel at Key Bridge, Arlington
2002–2007: Sheraton Premiere at Tyson’s Corner
2007–2011: Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2012–2019: Washington Marriott Wardman Park
2022-2023: Hyatt Regency Crystal City

Retro-Toy Con (Greenville, South Carolina)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Greenville Conference Center, 670 Verdae Blvd, Greenville, SC, 29607, United States
Join Retro-Toy Con in South Carolina for a fun filled weekend packed with celebrity guests, panels, cosplay, TOY VENDORS FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY and more!

Twin Cities Con (Minneapolis / St. Paul, Minnesota)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Twin Cities Con in Minneapolis / St.Paul, Minnesota is a celebration of comics, toys, TV, film, art, cosplay, games, and all things nerdy!
Show Hours
Friday 12 pm -7 pm
Saturday 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

Colossalcon North (Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (WI), 1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965, United States
Colossalcon North is a three-day event that features a variety of entertainment in a diverse, multi-function, crowd-friendly environment. One ticket price gives you access to all Concerts, Live Acts, and Performers to industry and media guests, DJs, artists, and vendors.
Colossalcon North Convention Hours
Friday 12p-3a
Saturday 11a-3a
Sunday 10a-5p

Dallas Comic Show (Texas)
2026-11-21 - 2026-11-22 | Music City Mall, 2401 S Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville, TX, 75067, United States
Dallas Comic Show is a family-friendly event in the DFW area featuring exciting comic book and media guests, costumed characters, gaming and Anime content. This is show run by fans and done for fans.
Dallas Comic Show Hours
Friday 4pm – 8pm
Saturday 11am – 6pm
Next Shows:
Holiday Special November 22-23, 2025
Spring Spectacular April 25-26, 2026

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Holiday St. Pete (St. Petersburg, Florida)
2026-11-21 - 2026-11-22 | Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, 333 1st St SE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Holiday St. Pete is a family-friendly convention and features comics, anime, science fiction, fantasy, and gaming as well as world-class cosplay.
Holiday St. Pete Hours
Saturday 10am – 11pm
Sunday 11am-5pm

Brighton Anime & Gaming Con (UK)
2026-11-21 - 2026-11-22 | The Old Ship Hotel, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 1NR, United Kingdom
Brighton Anime & Gaming Con, brings cosplayers, anime fans and lovers of all things geeky together as friends. Join for an action-packed day of merchandise and fun, from comics to gaming and cosplay. There will be internationally famous guests as well.

Fan Expo San Francisco (California)
2026-11-27 - 2026-11-29 | Moscone Center West, 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming. Three BIG days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities await. Join tens of thousands of fans who are just like you.
Fan Expo San Francisco Hours
Friday 4 PM – 9 PM Preview Night
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
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Collectorabilia (Green Bay, Wisconsin)
2026-11-28 | Resch Expo, 840 Armed Forces Drive, Ashwaubenon, WI, 54304, United States
This Wisconsin Comic Con is the ultimate place in Green Bay for Comics and Sci-Fi, Horrors, Anime, Gaming, and more! Join fans just like you Saturday March 30, 2024 at the Resch Expo!
You can cosplay your way to epic costumes and unforgettable experiences. Enjoy shopping, family fun and more at Collectorabilia.
You may find retro games, consoles, toys, action figures, comics, graphic novels, art, craft, Lego, bartop arcades, modern collectables, funko pops, t-shirts, wrestling merchandise, Pokemon, Transformers, japanese imports, sports memorabilia, TV/Movie Memorabilia, collectibles and much much more!!

Shop Collectorabilia for Pop Culture, Sports Memorabilia, Toys, Comic Books, and more!
Second show is November 28, 2026

SW Florida Con (Fort Myers, Florida)
2026-11-29 | Lee County Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, North Fort Myers, FL, 33917, United States
FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
$20 ADMISSION| FREE PARKING | KIDS FREE UNDER AGE 11
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL | 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Comic Con Experience CCXP (São Paulo, Brazil)
2026-12-03 - 2026-12-06 | São Paulo Expo, Rodovia dos Imigrantes, km 1,5 - Vila Água Funda, São Paulo, 04329-900, Brazil
CCXP is a Brazilian multi-genre entertainment and comic convention. It has attractions and contents about comics, television series, movies, video games, literature, and more. It is the largest pop culture festival in the world.
WHAT IS THE CCXP?
A comic book convention, a gathering of friends, an exclusive announcement, a toast… What is the CCXP, after all? Some say it is a multiverse of epic experiences. Others say it is a festival where the major studios bring exclusive content to the fans. Others, that it is a collection of stories waiting to be discovered in the Artists’ Valley. You can cosplay, see Hollywood stars from up-close, play RPGs, enjoy live performances, meet your idols, attend panels. The CCXP is all that and a little more. It’s the adventure that you allow yourself to live.
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GalaxyCon Columbus (Ohio)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
GalaxyCon Columbus is More Than a Comic-Con! It’s a 3-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists, and PEOPLE LIKE YOU! Join fans from across the galaxy and celebrate Comic Books, Pop Culture, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay, and more!
GalaxyCon Columbus Hours
FRIDAY 2pm to 2am
SATURDAY 10am to 2am
SUNDAY 10am to 8pm
EXHIBITION HALL HOURS
FRIDAY 2pm to 8pm
SATURDAY 10am to 8pm
SUNDAY 10am to 6pm

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Use Code GALAXY20 for 20% off Admission

Anime Frontier (Fort Worth / Dallas, Texas)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, United States
Anime Frontier is three days of exciting exhibits, premieres, and special events. As a premiere Texas anime convention, it features some of the biggest guests in anime and manga.
Show Hours
FRIDAY 1 PM – 7 PM
SATURDAY 10 AM – 7 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM – 4 PM

PAX Unplugged (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Philadelphia Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
PAX Unplugged is a tabletop gaming-focused event specifically tailored to lovers of board games, RPGs, miniatures, cards, and more. Featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other.
PAX Unplugged Hours
Friday 10:00 AM – Midnight
Saturday 10:00 AM – Midnight
Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Ocean City Comic Con (Maryland)
2026-12-12 - 2026-12-13 | Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
Join Ocean City Comic Con for a day of geeky fun. Compete in cosplay contest and shop a huge convention floor of vendors, independent artists, guests and more. There will be informative and entertaining panels, anime screenings, video games and events all day!
Ocean City Comic Con Hours
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 11am-4pm
Admission? Full weekend: $20. Sat. only: $15. Sun. only: $10.
Kids 9yo & younger free w/ paying adult, $1 off if in Costume, $1 off with a non-perishable food item for Diakonia. Discounts only available on in-person ticket sales at the door.

Anime 405 (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
2026-12-12 - 2026-12-13 | Oklahoma City Convention Center, 100 Mick Cornett Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73109, United States
Experience the ultimate anime extravaganza at Anime 405, the premier anime convention in downtown OKC. You will be able to interact with your favorite voice over celebrities, get one of a kind autographs, and shop the most unique vendors and artist in Oklahoma!
Anime 405 Hours
Saturday: 10AM-7PM
Sunday: 10AM-5PM

Con Alt Delete (Chicago, Illinois)
2026-12-18 - 2026-12-20 | Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago, 9300 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Con+Alt+Delete is an anime convention in Chicago, Illinois area. Join hundreds of anime fans in events filled with cosplay, and fun. Enjoy awesome musical concerts and live events. C+A+D gives you the chance to meet a thousand of your fellow friends and anime fans in celebrating Japanese animation and nerd culture. Join us if you love Hetalia, Fullmetal Alchemist, Dragon Ball Z, Yu-Gi-Oh, Lolita Fashion, Homestuck, My Little Pony, Sci-Fi, or Video Games. Enjoy nerdy musical performances and comedy and more. We encourage you to attend in your favorite cosplay costume and join us in celebrating everything that nerds and geeks enjoy. Come to our Comic Con in Chicago and have fun.
Con Alt Delete Show Flour Hours
Friday 1pm – 8pm
Saturday 10am – 7pm
Sunday 10am – 4pm
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Holiday Matsuri (Orlando, Florida)
2026-12-18 - 2026-12-20 | Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
Holiday Matsuri is the festively themed Anime, Gaming, and Cosplay convention with holiday cheer in Orlando, Florida! Every December, thousands of attendees come together during the holidays to celebrate their favorite interests, all with a holiday twist.

National Science Fiction Day
2027-01-02 | Online Event
National Science Fiction Day is celebrated on January 2nd each year. It’s a day dedicated to honoring the science fiction genre, its authors, literature, films, television shows, and its significant impact on popular culture and society. Comic convention goers are often sci-fi geeks so this holiday is also for comic book lovers.
The choice of January 2nd is significant as it coincides with the birthdate of Isaac Asimov, one of the most influential science fiction writers in history. Asimov was born on January 2, 1920, and he made substantial contributions to the genre with works such as the “Foundation” series, the “Robot” series, and his numerous short stories.
On National Science Fiction Day, fans of the genre may engage in various activities to celebrate, such as:

• Reading Science Fiction: Many people take the opportunity to read their favorite science fiction novels, short stories, or comics.
• Watching Science Fiction Films and TV Shows: Fans may organize movie marathons or binge-watch science fiction films and television series, like Star Wars, Terminator, Star Trek and Stargate.
• Discussions and Debates: Groups and communities often organize discussions, debates, or online forums to explore themes, characters, and ideas presented in science fiction literature and media.
• Creating Art and Fan Works: Some enthusiasts may engage in creative activities such as writing science fiction stories, creating fan art, or crafting cosplay costumes inspired by their favorite science fiction works.
• Attending Events: Various events, conventions, and gatherings dedicated to science fiction may take place around National Science Fiction Day, allowing fans to connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate their shared passion for the genre.
National Science Fiction Day serves as an opportunity to appreciate the imagination, creativity, and thought-provoking nature of science fiction, which often explores futuristic technologies, alternate realities, and the impact of scientific advancements on society and humanity.

Ichibancon (Concord / Charlotte, North Carolina)
2027-01-07 - 2027-01-10 | Concord Convention Center at Embassy Suites, 5400 John Q. Hammons Dr NW, Concord, NC, 28027, United States
Ichibancon is a four-day NC Charlotte area anime convention event that features a variety of entertainment in a diverse, multi-function, crowd-friendly environment. One ticket price gives you access to all Concerts, Live Acts, and Performers to industry and media guests, DJs, artists, and vendors.
Ichibancon Hours
Friday 9:30am – 11pm
Saturday 9:30am – 11pm
Sunday 9am – 4pm
Ichibancon ticket prices
Weekend 1 & 2 Admission Bundle (Jan 4th-7th & Jan 11th-14th): $99
Get admission to both Ichibancon weekends at a discounted price! This package includes a 4-day admission for each weekend.
4 day $75
Thursday $35
Friday $45
Saturday $50
Sunday $25
2024 Carolinas Con Season Pass $125
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Anime Los Angeles (Long Beach, California)
2027-01-07 - 2027-01-10 | Long Beach Convention Center, 100 S Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
Exciting Live Entertainment, Concerts, Cosplay Masquerade, Industry Panels, Fashion Show, Idol Showcase, Enormous Exhibit & Artist Alley Hall, and much more. Experience Anime Los Angeles at the Long Beach Convention Center.
