Otakon

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 EST

Link to webpage: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...

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Otakon guest alumnis Uki Satake, PIXY producers Jo YoungBae & Lee Joo Hyung, and industry veteran Jay PD have formed PTMRS with performers Minnie and Yuting. Their latest track, First Bite, is perfect for your Halloween playlist! Check it out and support:

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We won’t forget.

We were honored to welcome manga artist Chika Mizube to Otakon! Their charm, artistry, and passion inspired fans throughout the weekend, and we’re grateful they shared their creativity with our community.

Hey everyone! Are you at #animenyc this weekend? Come find us!

We have some awesome Otakon 2026 info, swag and even prizes for a lucky few!

We'd love to say hai and get hyped for #Otakon2026

This is your reminder that the #OTAKON2026 Hotel Block opens TODAY! Tuesday, August 19 at NOON (ET)

Direct link for booking: registration.experientevent.com/ShowOTA261

Link to FAQ:
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This is your reminder that the #OTAKON2026 Hotel Block opens TOMORROW! Tuesday, August 19 at NOON (ET)

We have listened to your most common questions and provided you answers in a FAQ page linked below!

Link to FAQ (not clickable on all platforms):

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The #OTAKON2026 Hotel Block open Tuesday, August 19 at noon Eastern Time!

The link goes live at 11am, and room selection begins at noon. Everyone logged in before noon will be randomized into the room reservation queue.

www.otakon.com

We are fighting post-con depression one meme at a time over here.

The social media team just got an update! #Otakon2026 hotel block details coming TOMORROW…

With that, Otakon 2025 has officially concluded! Thank you to all of our amazing attendees for making this year so special. We hope to see you again next year for #Otakon2026

What was your favorite memory this year? Comment below!

Our Masquerade team would like to extend a congratulations to this years best in show winners! Bake that Thang up! by Cursed Image Cosplay. What an incredible performance! Thank you to everyone else who placed and to our wonderful staff and Judges, Hylian Cream, Lady Ava, and Kiwi-ninamori

Everyone please give a huge congratulations to all of our Otakon 2025 Hall Costume contest winners!!! Did you see any of these amazing craftsmen walking around the con? Comment below!

Best In Show – Jennifer as Kujo Tenn from Idolish7

Check out our amazing Kpop Showtime winners! We absolutely LOVED your performances and so did Billie! Thank you for everyone who showed up and showed out! Did you get the chance to check out Kpop showtime this year? Comment below! If not, make sure to come by next year! #Otakon2025

Have you lost something? We may have found it! Check room 102A before you head out today and sign our "crab of shame" if you managed to misplace any items this weekend. #Otakon2025

Check out this finalized artwork from the live drawing by Mizube-sensei during the Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! panel (Fri, Aug 8, 12:45 p.m.) See live artist and more at #Otakon2025

Get ready for an adorable assault on the senses! The secret headliner tonight at the Dance is BABYBEARD!!! Lead singer Ladybeard is a cross-dressing pro-wrestler, heavy metal singer, and kawaii-idol based in Japan. He specializes in kawaiicore mixed with raw nuclear power!

Introducing Bada! Created in collaboration with Moon Inho, Bada is the latest addition to the Otakon family! This feisty white tiger spirit is here to make her mark as our Korea mascot.

Have you checked out her introduction comic? It can be found in the program book or here!

When we say Otakon is "for fans, by fans", we mean it!

Think you want to join our ranks? Signing on as a Gofer is the best way to find out more about the inner workings of the convention. Go to room 102 B this weekend to sign up or find out more info! #Otakon2025

The Otamota Car Show is an attraction for all individuals! Whether you’re a daily driver or gearhead, our goal is to create an environment that facilitates learning through a fusion of Asian and American car culture, and of course fun! Located in the back of Video game hall!

Have a question? Lost around the convention center? Wan't to know when that thing starts? Look no further than info desk! They have all the know-how for all your con-going needs! Keep a look out for their booths scattered amongst the con center, they are more than happy to help!

BOOK SWAP! Drop by the Manga Library in room 209 on Sunday from 10 AM - 1 PM to trade manga and manhwa on a 1-for-1 basis. Bring a manga, take a manga!

Museum of Illusions DC will be open an hour later today just for Otakon!
Use the code Otakon20 to get 20% off admission all weekend "

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Otakon weekend is upon us and we hope to see you at its first Host Club! Did you know? Our hosts and hostesses are trained in the art of the kabedon!

Tickets available under Events Passes, must be logged in with a badge membership to see them!
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Have you seen the new 2025 Otakon Merchandise? Here are some sneak peaks of what you can snag! Check out the 2025 Otakon Merch booth at the back left of the Dealers hall, while supplies last! #Otakon2025

Otakon 2025 has finally arrived! We are so excited to see what all of our attendees are getting up to during con. What are you looking forward to the most? Comment below!

Use @Otakon or #Otakon2025 and make sure to check out our stories this weekend so you don't miss anything!

Hey Otakon! We wanted to make sure we highlight our partners that will be doing "Show Your Badge" discounts throughout the weekend!

Link to list of collaborators:
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Live steel weapons are not permitted in the convention center, regardless of sharpness. If you have one of these items inside convention space, you will be asked to leave the premises. Prop Inspection will be on Thursday, August 7 until 9PM www.otakon.com/info/general-policies for more info.

🎒✨ Lock up the hassle and level up your Otakon weekend! ✨🎒

✅ Come and go all day
✅ Safe, secure, and con-approved
✅ Reserve in advance or grab one on-site (while supplies last!)

🗓️ Limited lockers available — don’t wait!
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Hey Otakon! Did you know??? Were gonna be posting all the action this weekend!

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