#GuestAlert
We are excited to announce that VTuber Zentreya will be joining us at #AnimeNorth2026 – May 22 to 24 in Toronto!
#GuestAlert
We are excited to announce that VTubers Pina Pengin, Yura Rikudou, Shiki Miyoshino and Nia Suzune from the group Requiem will be joining us at #AnimeNorth2026 – May 22 to 24 in Toronto!
#GuestAlert
We are excited to announce that Japanese rock band I Don’t Like Mondays will be joining us at #AnimeNorth2026 – May 22 to 24 in Toronto!
Their concert at the convention will be on Saturday, May 23, in association with J-Rock North Promotions Inc. and Avex Group/Rhythm Zone.
This is a 1 month reminder for AMV editors to submit their entries for the #AnimeNorth2026 Music Video Competition. The deadline to enter is Saturday, April 4, 2026.
For more information: check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/pr...
Registration to participate in the #AnimeNorth2026 Dance Cover Showcase is now open until Sunday, April 19 at 11:59 PM EDT. For more information, including on how to register: check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/pr...
Registration for artist to display their work in our art show, Gallery Momiji, at #AnimeNorth2026 will open tomorrow, Friday, February 13.
For more information on the gallery, including how to register: check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/ex...
This is a reminder to our artist community that the deadline for submitting entries for the #AnimeNorth2026 Pocket Guide Cover Contest is Saturday, February 28, 2026.
For more info on rules and how to enter, check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
Momiji’s Challenge for #AnimeNorth2026 MVC:
We're looking to recreate some title sequences in this year's challenge. Creator are asked to remake the intro of any televised show with whichever anime they choose. There is a bonus on Cinematography this year. (2/2)
We are now accepting entries for the #AnimeNorth2026 Music Video Competition.
Submit your newest AMVs in our Open or Novice Divisions or attempt this year’s Momiji’s Challenge. For more info on rules, as well as details on this year’s challenge, go to www.animenorth.com/index.php/pr...
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Have an idea of a panel you would like to run at #AnimeNorth2026? We are now accepting submissions for panels and panellists for this year’s convention over at anpanels.com
Please note that you must be pre-registered to attend AN2026 before applying.
The Royal Conservatory is hosting a Kishi Bashi concert at Koerner Hall on Thursday, January 22 at 7PM. You can get 15% off tickets to this concert with code “KISHI15” when ordering tickets online, by phone at 416-408-0208, or at the Weston Family Box Office.
www.rcmusic.com/events-and-p...
A reminder that hotel blocks for #AnimeNorth2026 open at NOON EST today! Please head over to animenorth.com for links to reserve a room online.
Online registration for #AnimeNorth2026 is now open! Hurry to grab an Early Bird Admission which grants you a full Weekend badge for $10 off the full Weekend Admission price
To purchase, go to www.eventbrite.ca/e/anime-nort...
For more info on registration, go to www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
Please remember, interest in booking at the Delta during AN far outstrips the availability. For those that are able to book, the link is pre-set for Friday and Saturday nights only. You’ll be able to extend the reservation by calling the hotel with your confirmation number at a later time. (2/2)
Our partner hotels will be taking reservations for rooms during #AnimeNorth2026 starting at NOON EST, Monday, January 12, including the Delta Hotel Toronto Airport.
Links for booking at the Delta and other partner hotels will be available starting at NOON through a simplified animenorth.com (1/2)
Online Registration for #AnimeNorth2026 will be opening on Saturday, January 10 at 10AM EST.
We will once again be offering 2500 Early Bird Admission when reg opens for $60 + fees.
For more info, check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
HAPPY NEW YEAR from all of us at Anime North!
We wish you all the best in 2026!
Registration will be opening online for #AnimeNorth2026 on Saturday, January 10, 2026 with our hotel room blocks opening a couple days later on the morning of Monday, January 12, 2026. Keep watching as further updates become available.
To all of our friends and attendees south of the border.
Happy Thanksgiving from everyone up north at Anime North!
Updates are now available the Artist Alley, Pro Plaza, and Vendors Hall at #AnimeNorth2026. Please check animenorth.com for more information including how to apply.
Artist Alley: Nov 28 at 9 PM - Dec 1 at 9 PM
Pro Plaza: Dec 13 from 9 AM - 9 PM
Vendors Hall: now being accepted for new booths
We are saddened to announce that long-time staff member at Anime North, Cathy Schutt, passed away early last week.
We will be ever grateful for her friendship and camaraderie through-out the years and will greatly miss her.
In Loving Memory of Cathy Schutt: 1975 – 2025
The Moonlight Magic Idol Spooktakular (Part 1) is about to begin at the Scary Stage.
#ANHalloween
Welcome to the 2025 Anime North Halloween Event!
Be sure to share your experiences by using #ANHalloween!
Here's an important reminder regarding parking at #ANHalloween.
Please read the graphic carefully.
Thank you.
#ANHalloween happens TONIGHT at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre starting at 6 pm!
An important reminder that there will be NO ADMISSION SALES AT THE DOOR.
Only attendees who have purchased their admission in advance will be allowed into the building.
ANGS is coming to #ANHalliween on Friday but unfortunately, we're going to be bringing the Whammy with us as we play Press Your Luck but we're making it a SUPER edition with crazy game features and 4 contestants trying to win awesome prizes!
#ReadyToPlayAgain
The reports of it's demise were greatly exaggerated.
The Moonlight Magic Idol Spooktacular IS happening at the Anime North Halloween Event and it will strike TWICE!
Part 1 starts at around 7:00pm and Part 2 will begin at around 10:00pm!
#ANHalloween
Buy a "No Tricks All Treats" surprise treat bag for $5.00 (per bag)
at #ANHalloween tomorrow night
and get a chance to win some cool prizes including a DOUBLE PASS to #AnimeNorth2026 / #AnimeNorth30 next May!
Attention:
Here is some important information regarding parking at #ANHalloween.
Please read the graphic carefully.
We have 4 days to go until the Anime North Halloween Event!
We have a few surprises for you this Friday but for the time being..... LET'S GO BLUE JAYS! #ANHalloween
