I went to a small 1-day con this past weekend in Iowa, and in the vendor hall was a booth advertising a brand new con in Minneapolis from Dec 19-20 called "Nori Kon". Initially I was interested in attending because my next planned con isn't until May next year, but I'm concerned that they might be using AI art in their advertising.

At their booth we asked who the artist was in this ad, and the representative told us that she couldn't reveal the name of the artist because she signed an NDA because by contract she wasn't allowed to do any freelance work, and that she had a Chinese name and they had to pay a "pretty penny" to acquire the rights to this art. This triggered my bullshit detector, but I am not an artist and I have no idea what the business practices in the art world is like.

Since this con is brand new I can't find much information about it from outside sources. Does anyone have any info on whether this con uses AI art or if there are other reasons for skipping it?

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Just wondering if anyone else is volunteering at anime Pasadena this year and could give me a run down on what to expect since its my first time. Im working with the lines im not sure what exactly what with the lines tho.

Hello all! I’m an artist who is trying her hand at conventions. My products have a large line of thrifted clothing with my artwork printed onto it. If every shirt was the same, just a different size this would be a lot easier but every piece is an original so they have to all be displayed. I’m running into an issue with displays on inline tables. It’s no problem if side display is allowed or if I’m in a 10x10 area but if I’m stuck to a front facing table only, I’m kinda stuck. And I’m not sure how a back display would work either. My current “fix” is a small table rack made from grid pieces (photo attached). Anyone else have any better ideas???? I also have to have room for my stickers, keychains, etc.

I am not talking about conventions, but just small cosplay event meet ups.

I know of Momocon and AWA. Are they the biggest ones here and which one is most worth going to for anime only interest? I went to Momocon I think last year and it was pretty good but I noticed it was a lot of video game stuff. I also want to cosplay next time I go to a con and hopefully I find some people to hang out with because being alone did kind of suck.

Otafest just posted on their instagram that tickets are now available to purchase, however volunteer applications dont open until nov. 20th. Who all is coming?

For my 30th birthday I’m doing something new and attending my first anime convention (Anime Pasadena).
To my understanding this is a much calmer and lowkey con compared to say Anime Expo.

Just asking for any general advice/etiquette/etc. that I should know.
We will only be attending Sunday and I’m looking to do a little bit of everything (get a signature or two, attend some of the scheduled events, check out artist alley, etc.)

Thanks!

I’ve always been told that if you want a convention to try and invite a particular guest, then the best thing to do is sending them a request asking them to invite them. Additionally, I’ve been told that providing the convention the guest’s agency or contact information in the request helps increase the chances.

However, some guests don’t have agents or contact information listed. How do I ask a convention to try and invite them if that’s the case?

Hiii, I bought a ticket for IKKICON Next year but didn’t notice that the ticket got my Gmail name so is incomplete, it has my first name shortened and missing one last name, I already sent emails about it but no answer, is that gonna be a problem? Have someone had similar experience, please help

Is anybody going to anime Pasadena and getting the Japanese voice actor of sanji if so how does it work? I’m debating on whether or not to buy it?

Hi guys!!!

So I already went to fanexpo this year for the first time dressing up as re2 remake Ada (although the management sucks with them overselling the tickets but everyone's cosplays was so beautiful and I loved when people complimented my cosplay and me complimenting there) but I was wondering what Anirevo is like in Toronto because I'm planning on going there for the first time and I love cosplaying!!! (Even though I am a beginner)

Soon in 31st of October Saki will arrive in Yunicon at Vienna and this is my first experience in such conventions and autograph sessions. Do you know what the best items are to get autographed?

My First Anime Frontier and my first convention with Critical Role. I somehow managed to get tickets.

Wish me luck.

Does anyone know what happened to this?

They said originally that it was postponed, but that was the last I've heard and all of their pages are now deleted from Facebook and their hosts website.

The page I bought tickets from say that the vendor directly is responsible for refunding or cancelling events.

I'm going to my first animecon called Big Charlotte anime I don't really know what to expect or how much money to even bring since I have to pay for the ticket myself also I am a minor so I don't have a job yet I don't know how much money I should bring I know the voice actor for eren Yeager and deku will be there and those are two of my favorite characters I really want to get an autograph or even a picture I just don't know how much it would cost can anyone know how much should I bring what should I look for what should I avoid? Anything helps.

Hey guys,

I was in line to buy a signature for Mathew Mercer for Anime Frontier in Fort Worth. Unfortunately, when I tried to check out all his tickets were sold out. I was soooo close. Does anyone one know if there are any other options to meet him or does he do send in? I'm on a mission to get my Naruto scroll signed by everyone. I managed to get tickets for Liam and Laura and I would love to get Mathew signature if possible. This is what I got so far, let me know what you guys think.

I’ve historically gone to Katsu and Ota and a bunch of small local east coast cons. I’m open to traveling pretty much anywhere in the country and even might use it as an excuse to travel somewhere new since I tend to stay on the east coast for the most part.

I will probably try to apply to host a panel if time permits. That would be new for me but I teach art locally so I think it would work out ok.

My favorite parts of cons are art adjacent panels
looking at fantastical cosplay, and meeting new people. I enjoy AA but by the time hotel food and cosplay is paid I usually only allow myself a small budget for shopping. Plus I have almost 25 years of anime merch I’ve collected 😅😬 Ultimately I have to take into consideration how many pins and charms one girlie can have really

Great chance to meet the department heads and sign up to volunteer

Hello, I haven’t gone to many conventions but I wanted to give volunteering a try and wanted to get some insight before I give it a try.
It seems fun, being able to support a convention/community.
Wanted to see if it’s worth doing than actually attending, do you get the option to check out the convention sometimes? are you able to volunteer some days and just attend the others? Is it hard to get accepted to volunteer. Is it good place to get to know new people or is it constant labor? (Which both is fine)
Any insight or opinions would be much appreciated.

I was thinking of volunteering for Anime Los Angeles in January but any information is welcome!
Thank you for taking the time to read this.

I want to go to an anime event before the end of the year but I’m not sure which is a better choice. I’d love to go to both but I don’t wanna spend all that money on gas.

I haven’t been to either of these events ever. So I’m not sure what happens other than a general idea.

I know they’re both probably have vendors and voice actors. But is there anything that differentiates them from the other? Just to make my decision easier on which one to go to.

Hi! Zooming through an intro, I’m Spot (co host) of an upcoming MINI con. My partner and I are looking for your input!

If you were looking to OR have hosted a panel before at a anime (or something similar) con, what do you expect from the organizers?

Ie. size of the room, where the room is located, equipment, allocated time, who brings in the audience, anything you can think of! (We have the basics down like obvs tables, mics, etc) but we wanna learn from you guys.

Thank you in advance!

I'm 19, studying in uni: I love JJK, Death Note, NANA, KNY, Apothecary Diaries, Tokyo ghoul, Kotaro Lives Alone, and Cyberpunk - i am about to start watching AOT, Blue lock, Kamisama Kiss, Ouran High School Host Club, and more (would love recommendations!). I love Suguru Geto (jjk), and since it was one of the first anime I watched during COVID, it has a special place in my heart. I used to cosplay back in 217-19, but stopped when i entered high school. I got back into it in 2024, and ive done cosplays like Sukuna, Geto, Toji, MaoMao, Mitsuri, rize, and so on, but i really want to go to a convention, and I'm not sure how to get into that scene! i would appreciate any help or suggestions (i dont have Discord but am willing to make one!) how do i find cons near me, and were can i make friends to attend these events with?

this is a general question for any kind of art-based convention, really, but I was wondering if I could get an art book signed by a panelist who worked on the project as a character designer. I'm not sure if this is allowed, and my specific convention website doesn't have any answers to my question. let me know if anyone has any info on this, thanks!

I'm an Atlanta local. Maybe I'm getting a little too old for a convention but last time I attended AWA was '22 and... let's just say it was very poorly run and a nightmare.

Just one example but on the first night, fire department showed up and forced them to close the registration. This included pre-registration line. BUT they only announced it ten minutes before they closed the lines. They later deleted the post after backlash.

I've heard they've improved after they switched venues but I'm unsure if I want to go back.

Also on the side note, I keep hearing the old venue hated AWA but unsure if this is true.

thinking of volenteering for 2026,

how diffrent is it from normal hospetality?

how long are the shifts?

do you get free access to the rest of the con for volenteering?

do you get to keep the maid outfit?