Otakon

What is This Convention?

This is a big 3 day anime convention that typically occurs in the summer. This convention celebrates Asian pop culture and video games. They are known to be one of the longest running anime conventions in the United States.





Registration Costs This Year
  • Regular Membership: $85
    • Friday Only: $50
    • Saturday + Sunday: $60
    • Sunday: $40

Costs are subject to change depending on how soon it currently is to the start date of the convention. These are costs as of:

Attendance History
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  • 1994: 350
  • 1995: 450
  • 1996: 1,000
  • ...
  • 2013: 34,211
  • 2014: 33,929
  • 2015: 26,877
  • 2016: 29,113
  • 2017: 24,894
  • 2018: 29,292


Some Notable Guests
  • Jan Scott-Frazier
  • Johnny Yong Bosch
  • Stephen Prince
  • Gen Urobuchi
  • Tomoki Kyoda
  • Kazuko Tadano
  • Vic Mignogna
Special Features and Activities
  • Artist Alley
  • Arcade/Video Game Room
  • Dealer's Room
  • Panels
  • Workshops
  • Maid Cafe/Host Club
  • AMV Panels
  • Cosplay Photoshoots
  • Masquerades






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