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HEAR YE ALL COSPLAYERS!!! 🦀👘

The 2026 applications for Cosplay Coordination is now open!!! Applications are open until full so get them in ASAP!!!

Apply Here: otakon.com/cosplaycoord...

We can't wait to see all your incredible outfits at #Otakon2026 #CosplayCoordination

HEAR YE ALL PROPRIETORS OF METAL STEEDS!!! 🦀🏎️

The 2026 applications for our OtaMota Car show are open!!! Drift on by to our application page linked below! Applications are open until April 30th, 2026!

Apply: otakon.com/carshow/

We can't wait to see this years incredible collection at #Otakon2026

Otakon is happy to announce our Friday concert: The Music of SQUARE ENIX - Magic, Memories, and Melodies!

This concert invites audiences to relive the stories, emotions, and adventures that continue to inspire players around the world.

Don't miss this incredible performance!

Otakon welcomes Courtney Lin!

Courtney's credits include Monster High, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Fire Emblem Heroes, Mario Kart World, Pokemon Masters EX, CookieRun Kingdom, Panty & Stocking, Mashle: Magic and Monsters, and Welcome to Demon School Iruma-Kun.

AWR Music Productions and SQUARE ENIX are proud to present The Music of SQUARE ENIX - Magic, Memories, and Melodies, celebrating the unforgettable worlds & iconic soundtracks that have defined generations of video game storytelling & adventure.

HEAR YE ALL PANELISTS!!! 🦀📝

The Programming Application for Otakon 2026 is now live!!!

Apply here: conventions.leapevent.tech/schedules/submission/Otakon_2026

Applications will be accepted through April 5th. We are so excited to see all your incredible panel ideas for #otakon2026

Otakon welcomes Hayden Daviau!

Hayden Daviau is a professional actor and content creator also known as the vtuber 'Sylla Aria'

They’re best known for their roles as ‘ Marnie’ and ‘Gossifleur’ in Pokemon Ultimate Journeys, ‘Priestess’ in Goblin Slayer, and many more!

Otakon welcomes Alejandro Saab!

Alejandro Saab is a professional voice actor as well as content creator known as either KaggyFilms or CyYuVtuber. He’s best known for voicing characters such as Cyno in Genshin Impact, Leon in Pokémon Journeys, and many others!

HEY OTAKON!!! Come see us at Katsucon 2026 in the Merchant's Hall 🦀 Stop by and challenge one of our staff to a friendly game. Defeat us and win cool swag. Register for Otakon 2026 during Katsucon and get $5.00 off! #otakon2026 #katsucon2026

Otakon welcomes Sam Slade!

Sam Slade is a Filipino-American voice actor whose passion for her work in video games was born from a childhood of playing JRPGs. She's portrayed Anby from Zenless Zone Zero, Topaz from Honkai: Star Rail, Stia from Octopath Traveler 0, and many more!

Otakon welcomes Cassandra Lee Morris!

Cassandra Lee Morris is a Los Angeles-based voice actor who has voiced nearly 300 characters for video games, anime and animation. Her roles include Morgana from Persona 5, Galacta from Marvel Rivals, and Sothis in Fire Emblem Three Houses.

HEAR YE SCI-FI FANS! 🦀

We're tabling at Farpoint Con in Towson, MD this weekend! Stop by and tell us YOUR favorite sci-fi anime or manga for some free Otakon merch before blasting off to your next adventure to #Otakon2026

HEAR YE ALL DEALERS, IT'S TIME! The Otakon Dealers Room Applications are officially OPEN!
Ready to bring your shop to Otakon? Visit otakon.com/dealersroom to apply.
Acceptances/placements begin February 13 and will continue on a rolling basis until the room is full #Otakon2026

HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! APPLICATIONS FOR OTAKON 2026 ARTIST ALLEY ARE CLOSING TODAY!!! 🎨🦀

Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST

Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)

HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! APPLICATIONS FOR OTAKON 2026 ARTIST ALLEY ARE NOW OPEN!!! 🎨🦀

Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST

Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)

You've heard of snow angels??? Check out our snow Crabby!!! 🦀❄️

Did you get hit with the snow today? Did you go outside or did you stay in to watch your favorite cozy anime? Comment below! #Otakon2026 #snowday

Beginning with Otakon 2026, fan art will no longer be permitted for sale in the Dealers Room. To help this move, Dealers who sell fan art will be allowed to apply to Artist Alley for Otakon 2026 without penalty.
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HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! 🎨🦀

Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be Open January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST

Before applying make sure to check all rules posted at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue button towards the top)

Here ye, here ye sorcerers of style! 🦀

The Fashion District has summoned all cloak and frock smiths to whimsy and dazzle their consumers of fashion! Applications for the acceptance of this quest end March 1st, 2026, @ 11:59 pm EST

Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

#Otakon2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say "Hey!" to the staff at our #Magfest2026 table this past weekend💖 We hope you all enjoyed getting to chat with us about this upcoming year of swords and sorcery and getting some awesome swag!

#Otakon2026 @Magfest

Thank you to everyone who grabbed tickets for tonight's game! At this time, we are officially SOLD OUT!!! We can't wait to see all the pics you share of tonight's game and your official Hello Kitty Flyers plushie!

#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers

Otakon welcomes Jordan Dash Cruz!

He is known for Stark (Frieren: Beyond Journey's End), Mini Master Roshi (Dragon Ball Daima), Aoshi Tokimitsu (BLUE LOCK), Taiga (Wind Breaker), Qi Rong (Heaven’s Official Blessing), Golden Alligator, Nabil, Nogata and Khasani (Genshin Impact).

ATTENTION ARTISTS!!! We know you've been asking us about something... and we are almost done cooking up the details! More info to follow... In the meantime, what has been your latest project? Got anything fun to showcase at #Otakon2026 ??? Comment Below! 🦀🎨

Celebrate the iconic Hello Kitty® with Otakon, the premiere east coast fan-run anime and east asian culture convention, and the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena! January 12th, 2026 7:00 PM EDT
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers

Now that 2025 is over. Let’s hit rewind ⏪ check out our awesome highlights reel from 2025! 🦀

Did you see yourself? Comment below!

Who knows? Maybe you’ll be featured in our rewind for #Otakon2026

Happy New Year to all of our wonderful Otakon Members! 🍾🥂 Our resolution? To make Otakon 2026 even bigger and better! (also to eat lots of yummy snacks 😋) What is your New Years resolution? Let us know in the comments below! 🦀

Let's make them all a reality by #Otakon2026

Otakon welcomes Crystal Lee!

Crystal Lee is a Taiwanese-American voice actress based in Los Angeles. Her prominent roles include: Phoenix (Marvel Rivals), Nezha (Nezha II), and more!

You can find Crystal on Twitter @CrystalLeeVO, Instagram @crystalyleevo, and her website www.CrystalYLee.com !

Otakon is happy to welcome Xanthe Huynh!

Xanthe Huynh is a Los Angeles based voice actor known for their roles in many video games and anime series.

Follow Xanthe on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @itsxanthor for updates!
Full Credits can be found at XanthesVoice.com

Time to get cozy with Hiroko! She is staying warm in her favorite knit sweater and is just about to enjoy her hot cocoa (extra whipped cream is a must) ☕

Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from Otakon 💗 We are so excited to get to see all of our members in the new year.

#Otakon2026

Pre-register for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery NOW!!!🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026