Kami-Con (Birmingham, Alabama)
2027-02-12 - 2027-02-14 | Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex, 2100 Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Kami-Con is a three-day Alabama anime convention that celebrates Japanese culture, gaming, geek culture, anime & manga, comics, TV shows, movies, and much more!

Fan Expo Vancouver (Canada)
2027-02-13 - 2027-02-15 | Vancouver Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 0C3, Canada
If you’re into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You’ll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Vancouver. All 35,000 of them.
Show Hours
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
Monday 10 AM – 5 PM
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Pensacon (Pensacola, Florida)
2027-02-19 - 2027-02-21 | Quebec
Pensacon is a North American multigenre convention, founded in 2013, which takes place once each year in Pensacola, Florida. The convention draws an attendance of more than 25,000, features around 100 media guests, encompasses five venues in downtown Pensacola and runs hundreds of hours of programming for fans of science fiction, fantasy, comic books, and other elements of fan culture.

Taiyou Con (Mesa, Arizona)
2027-02-19 - 2027-02-21 | Quebec
Taiyou Con is an intense 3 day anime experience at the Mesa Convention Center! We are celebrating all things Japanese culture – anime, cosplay, video games, shopping, special guests and much more with over 300 hours of interactive activities just for YOU.
Taiyou Con Programming Event Hours
Friday: 11:30am – 12:30am
Saturday 10am – 12:30am
Sunday 10am – 4:30pm
Taiyou Con Vendor Hall Hours
Friday: 12pm – 8pm (Premier Badge & Bundle Badge holders access at 11am)
Saturday 10am – 7pm
Sunday 10am – 4pm (last entry at 3:30pm)

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London Anime & Gaming Con (UK)
2027-02-19 - 2027-02-21 | Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands Hammersmith International Ctre, London, W6 8DR, United Kingdom
UK‘s largest anime convention, featuring international guests, including voice actors, idols, YouTubers and celebrities, 4 floors of merchandise, cosplay and more!

Alaska ComiCon (Fairbanks)
2027-02-20 - 2027-02-21 | Carlson Center, 2010 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK, 99701, United States

New York Toy Fair
2027-02-20 - 2027-02-23 | Javits Center, 655 W 34th St, New York, NY, 10001, United States
American International Toy Fair, commonly known as New York Toy Fair, is one of the biggest toy conventions in the world. The event is only open to toy industry professionals, retailers, and press media, offering a preview of new toys from big name brands like Hasbro, Lego, Mattel, and smaller toy manufacturers. Admission for toy buyers is free, but proof of participation in the toy industry is required. Admission for toy manufacturers and media is not free, and credentials are required. Attendees must be aged 18 years or older.
New York Toy Fair future dates in NYC:
February 14 – 17, 2026
February 20 –23, 2027

Star Trek: The Cruise
2027-02-20 - 2027-02-27 | Port of Miami, 1015 N. America Way, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Star Trek: The Cruise is the ultimate immersive experience shared by a star-studded crew and the most passionate Star Trek fans in the universe. On “The Un-Conventional Voyage,” you are more than a passenger — you become part of the Crew and part of the magic and majesty that is Star Trek!
On Star Trek: The Cruise VI, you will enjoy 7 days and nights of unique experiences including dramatic performances, comedy shows and concerts by Star Trek actors; intimate speaking engagements with leading scientists, influencers and experts; themed parties, interactive games, screenings, competitions and so much more!
Join an amazing lineup of actors and personalities on Star Trek: The Cruise VI as we navigate new frontiers in the Mexican Riviera on our first-ever West Coast sailing and boldly go where no cruise has gone before!

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National Pokémon Day
2027-02-27 | Online Event
National Pokémon Day is on February 27 to commemorate the launch of the first Pokémon games, released by Nintendo Japan in 1996.
Pokémon Presents 2025

Things to do on Pokémon Day:
• Look for Pokémon Convention dates to attend in the future
• Watch Pokemon Day streaming event on official YouTube channel
• View and download Pokémon logos & icons
• Download Pokémon activity sheets – puzzles, mazes, coloring pages, and more
• Get the Pokémon Holiday Calendar

Pokémon announcements since 2019:
• Pokémon Sword and Shield (2019)
• New Mythical Pokémon Zarude (2020)
• Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (2021)
• Pokémon Legends: Arceus (2021)
• Pokémon Legends: Arceus Daybreak Update (2022)
• Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (2022)
• Hidden Treasure of Area Zero (2023)
FAQs
Is Pokémon American or Japanese?
Pokémon is a Japanese media franchise consisting of video games, animated series and films, a trading card game, and other related media. Pokémon is jointly owned by Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures.
What does Pokémon stand for?
Pokémon is short for “Pocket Monsters”, the original Japanese name.
What is the rarest Pokémon?
Meltan and Melmetal are classified as Mythical Pokémon, one of the rarest categories of Pokémon that there is. While many Meltan were shown initially, these Meltan eventually merged with Ash’s Meltan so it could evolve, creating the first known example of a Melmetal.
What animal is Pikachu from?
Satoshi Tajiri, a founder of the Pokémon franchise, classified Pikachu an electric-type pokémon as a mouse type. Well, he’s definitely the the most famous electric rodent.

Emerald City Comic Con (Seattle, Washington)
2027-03-04 - 2027-03-07 | Seattle Convention Center, 705 Pike St, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Seattle’s Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC) is built on a comic fan-first mentality. It has established itself as one of North America’s largest and most respected fan conventions of its kind. The convention features a wide array of activities and programming including discussion panels, entertainment industry guests, celebrity signings and photo opportunities, prize drawings, and cosplay contests. The exhibitor’s hall are lined with comics retailers from not only Washington State, but across the entire Pacific Northwest bringing a huge stock of modern and vintage comics, as well as toys, action figures, statues, manga, and tabletop gaming.
Emerald City Comic Con Show Hours
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
AFTER DARK PANELS AND EVENTS
Friday: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM

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FAQs
Where is Emerald City Comic Con at?
It’s at Seattle Convention Center in Seattle, Washington.
Who are the guests at Emerald City Comic Con?
For a complete guest list, visit ECCC’s guest list page. 2024’s celebrity list includes big names like Chris Evans, Billy Dee Williams, Christina Ricci, Christopher Lloyd, Danhausen and more.
Why is Seattle called Emerald City?
Seattle is called the Emerald City because the city and surrounding areas are filled with greenery all year round.
How many people attend Emerald City Comic Con?
About 75,000 fans attend the convention over ECCC’s four days period.

Las Vegas Super Convention (Nevada)
2027-03-04 - 2027-03-07 | Ahern Hotel, 300 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89102, United States
Las Vegas Super Convention And Sunday Toy Show Schedule is presented by Jada Toys. Join them for the Super Convention in Las Vegas, featuring diecast collections, Hot Wheels and more, including a full size car show.

Ret-Con Speculative Fiction & Fandom Convention (Cary / Raleigh, North Carolina)
2027-03-05 - 2027-03-07 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle, 201 Harrison Oaks Blvd, Cary, NC, 27513, United States
Research Triangle Speculative Fiction and Fandom Convention, Inc presents Ret-Con – an annual convention for all things literary, science fiction, fantasy, horror, and more. Their mission is to create a place for individuals and communities to gather to learn, explore new things, and most importantly, share the stories and fandoms that they love.

El Paso Comic Con (Texas)
2027-03-05 - 2027-03-07 | El Paso Convention Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, El Paso, TX, 79901, United States
El Paso Comic Con is a nerd festival featuring celebrities, cosplay, comics, and more.
El Paso Comic Con Hours
Friday 5-9PM
Saturday 10AM-7PM
Sunday 10AM-5PM

Anime Milwaukee (Wisconsin)
2027-03-05 - 2027-03-07 | Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, 333 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Anime Milwaukee (AMKE) is a three-day Wisconsin anime convention that operates at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center and Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an estimated economic impact of $3.1 million to the downtown area. We celebrate and educate fans about anime, manga, Asian culture, music and gaming.

PeoriaCon (Peoria, Illinois)
2027-03-06 - 2027-03-07 | Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, 61602, United States
PeoriaCon has proven that the Midwest has been craving a quality event like this for years. Since we have begun hosting this amazing event, the public has supported us from Chicago to St. Louis and everywhere in between! We are ready for another great year with the best comic book, cosplay, and gaming convention fun in the area. We are lining up all of your favorites dealers for this year’s show. – Artists – Special Guests – Comic book dealers – Cosplay Contest with best of show cash prizes! – Games – Collectibles – Your favorite loot dealers!
Show Hours
Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday 11am – 3pm

Nintendo MAR10 Day
2027-03-10 | Online Event
Nintendo’s Mario Day, written as MAR10 Day starts on March 10 with a month’s worth of activities. Get it now?
Highlights:
• MAR10 Day My Nintendo Missions & Rewards
• Enjoy My Nintendo rewards, in-store events at Nintendo New York, sales, and sweepstakes in honor of Mario Day
• Events at Gamestop featuring the latest games from Nintendo. Free Mario-themed giveaways (March 16, 12pm local time)
• Save on Select Mario Games from Online Nintendo Store
• Nintendo’s Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament with a chance to win 1,000 My Nintendo Gold Points
• SUPER NINTENDO WORLD Opening at Universal Studios Hollywood
• Play Nintendo Mario games
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Fan Expo Cleveland (Ohio)
2027-03-12 - 2027-03-14 | Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
If you’re into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You’ll feel out of this world – and right at home with one of the largest Ohio comic cons– Fan Expo Cleveland. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Cleveland. All 25,000 of them.
Fan Expo Cleveland Hours
Friday 3 PM – 8 PM^
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
^ Special Preview on Friday at 1 PM for VIP, Ultimate, and 3-Day pass holders who purchase in advance.

Naka-Kon (Overland Park / Kansas City, Kansas)
2027-03-12 - 2027-03-14 | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, 66211, United States
Naka-Kon is an annual three-day convention, celebrating anime, manga, cosplay, music, fashion, gaming, and more! Every year, we bring your favorite voice actors, musicians, cosplayers, artists, designers, and industry experts to the Overland Park Convention Center. Catch guest panels and performances, be part of our cosplay competitions, enter contests, and learn about working in the anime, manga, and music industries.

Blue Water International Comic Con (Port Huron, Michigan)
2027-03-13 - 2027-03-14 | Bluewater Convention Center, 800 Harker Street, Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
The Bluewater Comic Con is the affordable Comic Book and Pop Culture Experience. Thousands of comic books, action figures, toys, games, and original art, all under one roof. There is also Cosplay, Panels, and Contests. Meet and greet with national and local comic book artists and writers.

FantastiCon (Detroit, Michigan)
2027-03-13 - 2027-03-14 | Oakland Expo Center, 2212 Mall Dr E, Waterford Township, MI, 48328, United States
Fantasticon is a mid-size show created for true comic book and pop culture collectors and fans.
Show Hours
Saturday 11am-6pm VIP (early entry 10am)
Sunday 11am – 5pm VIP (early entry 10am)
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GalaxyCon Richmond (Virginia)
2027-03-18 - 2027-03-21 | Richmond Convention Center, 403 N 3rd St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
GalaxyCon Richmond is a 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 Richmond Hours
THURSDAY 2pm – 2am
FRIDAY 10am – 2am
SATURDAY 10am – 2am
SUNDAY 10am – 8pm
EXHIBITION HALL HOURS
THURSDAY 2pm – 8pm
FRIDAY 10am – 8pm
SATURDAY 10am – 8pm
SUNDAY 10am – 6pm

Colorado Anime Fest (Denver)
2027-03-19 - 2027-03-21 | Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO, 80237, United States
Colorado Anime Fest was founded in 2014 by a group of friends with decades of combined experience, having run dozens of events across the country. It has donated $32,601 to local charities to date. They’re also a member of the Japan America Society of Colorado.

Collective Con (Jacksonville, Florida)
2027-03-19 - 2027-03-21 | Morocco Shrine Auditorium, 3800 St Johns Bluff Rd S, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, United States
Collective Con is Northeast Florida’s largest pop culture convention. Don’t miss out on this weekend of fun with Celebrity Guests, Voice Actors from some of your Favorite Anime/Video Game, Vendors, Fan Panels, Video Game Tournaments, Cosplay Contests, After Parties and more.
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Toronto Comicon (Canada)
2027-03-19 - 2027-03-21 | Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3L9, Canada
If you’re into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You’ll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at Toronto Comicon. All 35,000 of them.
Toronto Comicon Hours
Friday 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
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EvilleCon (Evansville, Indiana)
2027-03-19 - 2027-03-21 | Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St, Evansville, IN, 47708, United States
EvilleCon is an anime con in Indiana made for anime fans, by anime fans. Features include special guests ranging from voice actors/actresses to musicians, panels, dance party, artist & vendor hall, tabletop gaming, video game room, and more!

Cardiff Anime & Gaming Con (UK)
2027-03-20 - 2027-03-21 | Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel and Spa, 24-26 Newport Rd, Cardiff, CF24 0DD, United Kingdom
South Wale’s largest anime con, including international famous guests, cosplay and fun, multiple halls of merchandise, and video gaming for all ages.
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CT Gamer Con (Uncasville, Connecticut)
2027-03-20 - 2027-03-21 | Mohegan Sun (CT), 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT, 06382, United States
Connecticut’s Terrific Gamer Convention (ctgamercon™) is Connecticut’s #1 eSports, TableTop Gaming and Cosplay Event! Join them for competitive video gaming (esports) for cool prizes, free play of your favorites! Retro-Gaming, Arcade classics – its all here! Shop for Awesome Artwork, Gaming Supplies, Statues, Action Figures, FUNKO POPS, Anime Collectibles, Cool Clothes and more.
CT Gamer Con Hours
Saturday 11:00am to 8:00pm
Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm
GAMING/TOURNAMENT Hours
Saturday 11:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday 11:00am to 6:00pm

WonderCon (Los Angeles / Anaheim, California)
2027-03-26 - 2027-03-28 | Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92802, United States
WonderCon features 900+ exhibitors in a 412,000 square foot Exhibit Hall filled with comics, original art, toys, and merchandise from many popular artists, publishers, and retailers. Attendees for WonderCon, which is one of the bigger California comic conventions, can expect exclusive movie and television programming, panels featuring the top comics professionals in the country, anime, autographs, games, a Masquerade, and portfolio review. WonderCon offers the complete convention experience!
WonderCon Show Hours
Friday 12 Noon – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM

Sakura-Con (Seattle, Washington)
2027-03-26 - 2027-03-28 | Seattle Convention Center, 705 Pike St, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Presented by the Asia Northwest Cultural Education Association, Sakura-Con is the oldest and most well attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest. This Seattle, Washington area anime expo features anime theaters, gaming, cosplay, cultural panels, dances, concerts, art contests, AMV’s, industry guests, over 100,000 square feet of exhibits hall, guests of honor, and more.
Sakura-Con Exhibitors’ Hall Hours
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 6pm
Sunday 10am – 4pm

PopCon Indy (Indianapolis, Indiana)
2027-03-26 - 2027-03-28 | Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN, United States
PopCon Indy in Indianapolis, Indiana is for fans by fans, celebrating all aspects of pop culture in one weekend.
PopCon Indy Hours
Friday 1pm – 11pm
Saturday 10am – 11pm
Sunday 10am – 5pm
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Guests List
Utkarsh Ambudkar (known for Ghosts, Pitch Perfect, The Bad Guys, Never Have I Ever)
Jay Arondekar
Michael Jai White (Spawn)
Emma Caulfield (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, WandaVision)
Renae Jacobs (April O’Neil in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
Barry Gordon (Donatello in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
Nolan North (voice of Nathan Drake in Uncharted video game series)
Eric Vale (voice of Sanji in One Piece, Trunks in Dragon Ball series)
Jason Spisak (voice of Silco in Arcane)
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (Uncle Iroh in Avatar: The Last Airbender, Captain Carson Teva in The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, Appa in Kim’s Convenience)
JB Blanc (voice of Pakkun in Naruto)
George Buza (voice of Beast in X-Men: The Animated Series)
Nick Smith
Colin Donnell (Arrow, Pan Am)
Erika Harlacher (voice of Ann in Persona 5, Venti in Genshin Impact, Kurapika in Hunter x Hunter, Violet in Fire Emblem: Three Houses)
Chris Tergliafera (voice of Capitano)
Alexis Tipton (voice of Mei Hatsume in My Hero Academia)
Townsend Coleman (voice of Michelangelo in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
Rob Paulsen (voice of Raphael in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
Cam Clarke (voice of Leonardo in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
Cal Dodd (voice of Wolverine in X-Men: The Animated Series)
Todd Haberkorn (voice of Natsu in Fairy Tail)
Debi Derryberry (voice of Jimmy Neutron in Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius)
Jason Griffith (voice of Sonic the Hedgehog)
Austin Tindle (voice of Neito Monoma in My Hero Academia)
Daniel Baugh (voice of Jimbei in One Piece)
Sarah Wiedenheft (voice of Zeno in Dragon Ball Super)
Mike McFarland (voice of Master Roshi in Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super)
Brent Mukai (voice of Gyokko in Demon Slayer)
Landon McDonald (voice of Enmu in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Train)
Aaron Dismuke (voice of Alphonse Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist)
Reagan Murdock (voice of Aki Hayakawa in Chainsaw Man)
Mick Wingert (voice of Professor Heimerdinger in Arcane)
Nicolas Roye (voice of Octane in Apex Legends)
Aaron Roberts (voice of Uta in Tokyo Ghoul)
Pete Capella (voice of Silver the Hedgehog)
Maurice LaMarche (voice of The Brain in Animaniacs)
Rick Heinz
K.N. Fitzwater
JM Paquette
Nick Smith
Andy T. Hanson
Valerie Willis
PC Nottingham
Erika Lance
Chelsea Burton Dunn
Cosplayers:
Sickeningly Sweet Cosplay
