can i experience everything at anime expo in one day

Remember, there’s only so much time in a day (or weekend). We work very hard to bring a wide variety of events, panels, and activities to Anime Expo. As much as we’d love to share them all with all of our attendees, it’s likely that you won’t be able to do or see everything.

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How do I get into Anime Expo 2019 as a Premier fan?

A valid Anime Expo 2019 Premier Fan badge is required for entry. Premier Fans can pick up their exclusive lanyard, and swag bag here. *Pre-Show Night: No Beverages served

What can you do at Anime Expo?

Located in Kentia Hall, artists offer a variety of handmade creations for sale, including original artwork, prints, crafts, clothing, comics and more. Attendees will be overwhelmed with love for anime art, manga, stickers, plush toys, figurines, magic wands, t-shirts. Some events during Anime Expo may also require a ticket, in addition to a badge.

What is the Manga Lounge at Anime Expo?

See schedule (when available). Take a break from the hustle and bustle by sitting down with one of over 4000 available volumes of manga. An exclusive lounge for Anime Expo 2019 Premier Fan badge holders. Includes comfy seating, charging outlets, complimentary beverages, Wi-Fi, and a dedicated ticketing customer service booth.

What is the age requirement to get an Anime Expo badge?

All attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult in order to pick up a badge. All children 13 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their time at the event. Purchase a badge appropriate for the child's age by the first day of attendance of Anime Expo 2019.

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What happens during Anime Expo?

Anime Expo features many events and activities during the convention for attendees to take part in such as guest panels, tabletop gaming, competitions, an arcade, and concerts. Top attractions include the Masquerade cosplay contest, Anime Music Video (AMV) competition, Battle of the Bands, and Charity Auction.

How much does it cost to go to Anime Expo?

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How old do you have to be to go to Anime Expo?

18All attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult in order to pick up their badges. Every badge must be activated to participate at Anime Expo 2022.

Do you have to cosplay at Anime Expo?

At Anime Expo (“AX”), we celebrate the creativity of cosplayers and encourage everyone to cosplay whomever they wish–regardless of size, gender, age, religion, shape, color, or even species.

Is there a national anime day?

The reason for celebrating National Anime Day as an annual event on April 15 is that anime has grown in popularity over the past few decades.

Where is the next anime Con 2022?

the Los Angeles Convention CenterAnime Expo 2022 Bringing fans and industry together for an annual celebration of Japanese pop culture. Join us for Anime Expo 2022 on July 1-4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center!

Can a 13 year old go to an anime convention?

Attendees age 13 years old and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18 for the duration of their time at the event. Child badges can be purchased with a 4-day or 1-day general attendee badge.

What should I bring to Anime Expo?

Valid, government-issued photo ID (i.e. Drivers License, Passport, Military ID, etc.) If you are under 18, please bring your parent or legal guardian with you to pick up your badge.

Can a 11 year old go to a cosplay convention?

COSPLAY IS AN ALL-AGES EVENT. There will have one competition for children 13 and under and then a contest for anyone else entered. The Cosplay choice should be considered a PG-13 rated event at the most. The judgement of what is acceptable is left to the sole discretion of the Cosplay Director and Retropalooza staff.

Should I cosplay at my first con?

Absolutely, in fact the majority of attendees don't do cosplay for the event. And if this is your first time, it may be for the best if you opt for comfort over creativity. If you have a relevant t-shirt, Comic-Con is a great place to wear it.

What should I wear to an anime con?

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. If you are not cosplaying, you should make sure you are wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes, as you will likely be on your feet most of the day. The convention may be hot once you are inside the venue, so you may want to dress in layers to stay comfortable.

Can you bring swords to an anime convention?

Toy or fantasy guns that are "obviously fake" are allowed. Swords are allowed if they can be tied shut in their sheath, or if they are made of wood or plastic. Swords must never be waved around or wielded, but they can be used for still posing for photographs.

Ticketed Events

Some events during Anime Expo may also require a ticket, in addition to a badge. You can buy your tickets online ahead of time or you can purchase them onsite at the Ticketing Booth, based on availability.

Refund & Transfer Policy

The deadline to request a refund for 2020 badges has passed. All remaining badges are in the process of being rolled over to 2021.

Our 2022 Charity Partner

Over the years, SPJA has supported organizations such as the Japanese American National Museum, Animator Dormitory, and Japan Society Relief Fund through its annual Anime Expo Charity Auction.

Events

So much to do you'll need shadow clones to do everything. With hundreds of hours of programming across 4 days, you'll need to choose wisely

Additional Maps

Please note that these locations are subject to change, so please be sure to check back to confirm information.

Event Entry Hours

All attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

Located in Kentia Hall adjacent to Artist Alley, The Annex features cutting-edge fashion and art. The Annex is a place to discover something new, something edgy, something fun and exciting.

Ticketing Booth Hours

If you are planning to attend a Ticketed Event at Anime Expo, please be sure to read all relevant event policies regarding pick-up, will-call, and other procedures. Please be aware that policies may vary between events, especially when they take place in different venues.