Thursday Pre-Con
Start your convention early on Thursday night at Animazement’s Pre-Con! This is your chance to pick up your badges early and enjoy a little taste of Animazement before the convention officially begins.
Start your convention early on Thursday night at Animazement’s Pre-Con! This is your chance to pick up your badges early and enjoy a little taste of Animazement before the convention officially begins. Beat the Friday morning lines, and pick up your badge early!
Registration opens at 6:00 p.m. for everyone that is pre-registered, or is purchasing a 3-day badge.
| Thursday Pre-Con | Hours |
|---|---|
| Registration | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Panels | 7:00pm – Midnight |
| Video Room | 8:00pm – Midnight |
| Karaoke | 8:00pm – 11:30pm |
*All schedules subject to change.
Video Room
It’s the absolute best anime and films that Japan has to offer, across the ocean and directly to your eye-holes! Bring your bag of Cheetos, because once you watch you won’t be able to look away!
Fan Panels
There will be a few panels running to whet your whistle and get you ready for the start of the convention on Friday. Come on out and enjoy a taste of what our attendees have to offer.
Anything Goes Karaoke
It’s the school of Anything Goes Karaoke! Bring your music to sing in this no-rules karaoke event! It doesn’t matter if you can sing or not, what matters is that everybody has fun! All formats of music are accepted, so bring your music, lyrics, and your love of karaoke!
Other Events
Opening Ceremony
Friday - see schedule for exact time
You may have just gotten settled in to your hotel room, or you may have been to every panel since noon, but be sure to join all of our guests and fellow attendees as they welcome you to Animazement. Come out and get fired up for an action-packed weekend of celebrating everything that makes us Animazement!
Anime Hell
Friday Night - see schedule for exact times
No doubt you’ve heard the whispered rumors or noticed the hushed conversations among your fellow attendees. There’s only one way to find out. Hell. Join us and judge for yourself.
Concerts
See schedule for details
Join this year's musical guests throughout the weekend as they perform just for you! From traditional Japanese music to J-Pop and everything in between, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Closing Ceremony
Sunday - 4pm - 5pm
Before you know it, Sunday afternoon rolls around and it’s time to say goodbye until next year. But this is no time to be sad, come out and celebrate all the fun of Animazement one last time with all of our guests and your new friends!
Exciting Activities
Manga Library
Friday and Saturday from 12pm - 11pm
Whether you're looking for something new or settling in with an old favorite, our Manga Library has something for everyone. Step away from the action and take a break. Who knows! You might even discover your newest obsession!
Kids' Room
The Kids' Room is a place where parents and their children can step away from the noise of the convention. There are activities for the kids and a place where parents can rest.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday | 12:00pm – 5:00pm |
| Saturday | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
| Sunday | 12:00pm – 3:30pm |
Karaoke Box
The Karaoke Box is going all digital! Come join us for some great music performed by YOU!
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 8:00pm – 12:00am |
| Friday | 9:00am – 12:00am |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 1:30am |
| Sunday | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
*All schedules subject to change.
Culture Alley
Ribbon Game Table
Come by our Ribbon Game table and learn what the game is all about and where to find new ribbons while you're exploring the con!
Location TBD