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Japanese Anime and Culture It successfully presented not only well known anime, but more obscure titles as well to audiences.

Animethon began 20 years ago as a one day event for people to view different Japanese anime films and television shows at Grant MacEwan, created by the Banzai Anime Club of Alberta. Since then, Animethon has grown into a three day event, it is now held at Edmonton Convention Centre and presented by ASAPA. Animethon hosts an array of activities from patrons from a large vendor hall to an eclectic a

rtist’s alley, educational and entertaining panels, and general mingling of patrons, typically involving cosplay. The main events room host dances, musical performances, and competitions.

04/26/2026

Please welcome Leah Clark to Animethon!

Leah Clark is a voice actor and writer most known for her works at Funimation and Crunchyroll.

Her voice is most often recognized as Himiko Toga in My Hero Academia, Mavis Vermillion in Fairy Tail, Miss Kobayashi in Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, Asia Argento in Highschool DXD, Blair in Soul Eater, Coby and Miss Double Finger in One Piece, and Megumi in Fruits Basket.

04/17/2026

✨ Panel submissions are now open!! Get involved in shaping Animethon 2026 by hosting the content you want to see. Panels are great for sharing your passion and connecting with fellow fans!

🖥️ Panel submissions take place through our online panel portal. All the details can be found on our how-to guide, which you can find at the bottom of the fan panels page.

⌛ Submissions close on May 23, 2026 - so make sure you submit your panel before then!

03/24/2026

🎞️ Animethon's AMV Contest is now open for submissions! The page is now live, so go check out contest information, rules,and key dates.

⏰ The submission deadline is June 20, 2026! Be sure to send us your videos before that date!

🏆 Similar to last year, we have the following awards:
- Best in Show Award
- Audience Favourite Award
- Best "Made in Alberta" Award
- AMV Contest Coordinator's Choice Award.. alongside up to 6 category awards (to be determined after the submission deadline).

As always, we're excited to see what you come up with!

03/14/2026

⌛ Artists! Vendors! Just one week remaining to apply to our 2026 Exhibitor's Hall! Applications will close on March 20th at 7PM.

🎨 Please note that this includes applications for both our Artist's Alley and Vendor's Hall. If you'd like a stall at Animethon, now is the time to apply!

📧 Questions? Check out all the info on our site, or send us a message. We'll get back to you shortly. ✌️

03/02/2026

🚨 Animethon needs your help! Comment ❤️ for more info!

🏮 Animethon is a 100% volunteer-run event, put together by the non-profit Alberta Society for Asian Popular Arts. As a community-based organization, it takes members of the community to help organize and orchestrate the event each year.

📑 Most of our postings are available now! Head on over to see if there are any positions where you may be able to lend a helping hand.

🌸 To express our appreciation, volunteers get access to special perks. Feel free to contact us to learn more about what we offer our volunteers.

💕 Thank you to all our returning and new volunteers! We're excited to work with you this year!

02/22/2026

🧹 It's the last week for all you prospective Maids and Butlers to apply for our café! Interested in joining? Send a ☕ in the replies!

⌛ Applications will close at the end of this month. Time is running out to join our elite Café team for Animethon 2026! If you know someone who may be interested, send this post over to them!

🎙️ Interviews have already begun, and will continue into next month. We hope to chat with you soon!

02/20/2026

🛍️ Artists and vendors! Applications are now open for Animethon 2026 Exhibitor's Hall!

Head on over to the Exhibitor's page on our website to register for your spot at our upcoming convention. See you there! 🫡

02/14/2026

🍿 Animethon Movie Nights is tomorrow, February 15 @ 7:00PM. Join us at for a night of fun and community at the movies!

☕ While you're there, grab some chekis with our maid team, or drop by the community booth to chat about Animethon 2026!

🎟️ Tickets are available now, so pick them up early to secure your spot. 🎉

02/10/2026

🎟️ Win a ticket for you and your friend to Animethon's first movie night on February 15th!

🍿 We will be screening Liz and the Blue Bird (リズと青い鳥) at on February 15, 2026! Tickets are available now.

🗳️ To participate in this draw:
1. Follow our account,
2. Like this post,
3. Tag a friend in the comments!

One entry per person. Tickets will be drawn in 72 hours. Good luck! ❤️

11/22/2025

🗓️ Maid Café is TODAY! It's your last chance to grab tickets, so we hope to see you there! 💕

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Our Maids are busy getting ready for our Pop-up Café with . From table games and performances, to chekis keepsakes, our Maid Team has been working hard to bring you a unique experience in a mystical atmosphere. Join us for a special event inspired by the 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac!

11/21/2025

⏱️ Time is running out to join us for our Maid Café Pop-up this weekend! If you haven't already purchased your tickets, do so now.

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Our Pop-up Café will take place at the in the Pacific Mall. It is frequently praised for serving the best matcha beverages in Edmonton, and you will also be receiving a full hot meal and sweet dessert with your café experience! 🎉

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Our Maids are excited to see you there!

11/18/2025

🌸 Almost ran over a Maid before our Pop-up Café this Saturday. 🫣 Tickets are on sale now, so grab them while you can!

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https://www.animethon.org/

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