Dates | Location |
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July 6-8, 2018 | Hyatt Regency O'Hare Rosemont, Illinois |
July 5-7, 2019 | Hyatt Regency O'Hare Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, Illinois |
July 2-4, 2021 | Hyatt Regency O'Hare Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, Illinois |
July 1-3, 2022 | Hyatt Regency O'Hare Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, Illinois |
What's Anime Midwest? Anime Midwest 2021 is a family-friendly anime convention in Rosemont, Illinois. A three day weekend that starts in the morning and lasts until 2 am on Friday and Saturday, and until 5 pm on Sunday.
Children under 13 must be with an adult at all times.
Bringing fans and industry together for an annual celebration of Japanese pop culture. Join us for AX 2021 on July 2-5 in Downtown Los Angeles for our 30th Anniversary!
Vaccination Required No unvaccinated individuals will be allowed at AnimeCon.org conventions unless they provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the convention. You must show your vaccination card to enter the convention.
AnimeCon.orgAnime MidwestLocation(s)Rosemont, IllinoisCountryUnited StatesInaugurated2011Organized byAnimeCon.org5 more rows
You can register online, or at the convention. One day only: $40. Online registration benefits: Make sure you have a badge before we run out.
Anime Top 10Top 10 Best Rated (bayesian estimate) (Top 50)#titlerating1Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (TV)9.082Steins;Gate (TV)9.043Clannad After Story (TV)9.028 more rows
The history of anime can be traced back to the start of the 20th century, with the earliest verifiable films dating from 1917. The first generation of animators in the late 1910s included Ōten Shimokawa, Jun'ichi Kōuchi and Seitaro Kitayama, commonly referred to as the "fathers" of anime.
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two to four daysIf you've never been to an anime con, they are typically multi day events over the course of a weekend. Anywhere from two to four days, fans gather together to indulge in all things anime. Cosplayers also gather to show off their costumes, meet other cosplayers, and participate in shoots together.
Anime Central (ACen) is an annual three-day anime convention held during May at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare & Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois....Anime CentralAttendance32,653 in 2018Organized byMidwest Animation Promotion Society (MAPS)Filing status501(c)(3)Websitewww.acen.org7 more rows
Anime Midwest is an annual three-day anime convention held during July at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare and Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. The convention is held in the same location as Anime Central.
In 2012 Anime Midwest sponsored a cosplay prom.
Guests Deadlift Lolita, FEMM, Fuki, and Zwei could not attend Anime Midwest in 2019 due to visa issues. Anime Midwest 2020 was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ryan Kopf, the organizer behind Anime Midwest, was banned from Anime Milwaukee during the 2018 convention due to a sexual assault allegation involving the Milwaukee Police Department. Kopf was at the convention as part of Anime Midwest and denies the allegations.
Public parking is available in the William St. Garage and East Parking Garage. Parking is $15.00* for 24 hours, no in & out privileges. *Rate is subject to change
Pick up & Drop off areas are located at the main circular drive entrance at 5555 North River Rd. Rosemont, IL 60018
Anime Midwest is an annual three-day anime convention held during July at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare and Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. The convention is held in the same location as Anime Central.
The convention typically offers anime screenings, artist room, cosplay masquerade contest, date auction, dealers room, fan panels, formal dance, guest autographs, karaoke, Maid Cafe, rave dances, video game tournaments, and workshops. The convention hosts a free ConSweet with free ramen noodles, rice, oatmeal, and soda for attendees.
Anime Midwest moved to the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont, Illinois for 2013. The convention in 2015 had long registration line waits. Guests Deadlift Lolita, FEMM, Fuki, and Zwei could not attend Anime Midwest in 2019 due to visa issues. Anime Midwest 2020 was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021 the convention required masks, and had a reduced ConSweet due to the convention having a short amount of organization time.
In 2012 Anime Midwest sponsored a cosplay prom.
Ryan Kopf, the organizer behind Anime Midwest, was banned from Anime Milwaukee during the 2018 convention due to a sexual assault allegation involving the Milwaukee Police Department. Kopf was at the convention as part of Anime Midwest and denies the allegations.
• A wall of empty Maruchan ramen noodle boxes with a cardboard figure from Attack on Titan being swatted at by a member of Anime Midwest's staff.
• The maids at Anime Midwest's maid cafe.
• The crowd waiting to see Steam Powered Giraffe perform at Anime Midwest 2014 in the Rosemont Ballroom.
• Anime Midwest Website
• AnimeCon.org Website