Registration: 10am-4pm

Main Events

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Opening Ceremonies

10:00-10:15

Join us for the start of festivities!

Trivia 

11:00-11:45

TBA

Cosplay Competition

12:30-11:45

Do you love cosplay? Watch attendees compete with their handmade cosplays in our Cosplay Craftmanship Competition! Watch your fellow attendees show of their coolest costumes in this event!

Society of Musical Arts

4:30-6:30

Listen to live music covers from your favorite anime from this student run group!

Closing Ceremonies

6:30-7:00

Panel 3

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Mecha: The Grand History of Metallic Guardians

11:00-11:45

A history of mecha from the beginning to the current day, from Tetsujin 28 and Mazinger Z to Gridman Universe and Bang Brave Bang Bravern. The history of mecha is a history of anime in many ways and the host will do what they can to walk you through that vast history.

Giant Monsters Attack NYC – A History

12:00-12:45

Hey, giant monster movie fans, do you love seeing “King Kong” scale the Empire State Building? Ever wonder why “The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms” and “Godzilla” love the Fulton Street Fish Market? Then this is the presentation for you! Learn about the cinematic destruction of New York City at the claws of some well known (and not so well known) giant movie monsters. This is a family friendly presentation that will encourage discussion and audience questions about this amazing film sub-genre and will feature the interactive New York City Giant Monster Attack Map. Join amateur animator, filmmaker hobbyist, monster movie historian, and longtime convention attendee Mark Bailey to see why the Big Apple is so ripe for destruction when it comes to giant monsters of the big screen. Hope to see you there!

Talk(loid) About Vocaloid : Why Vocal Synths Are Awesome

1:00-1:45

Have you wondered what anime Miku is from? If you have ever wanted to learn about or get a refresher on the niche fandom of Vocaloid, come and visit my panel! It will feature a slideshow on Vocaloid and similar programs, talking about some of the different programs and how they've helped musicians, as well as highlighting my favorite Vocaloid/vocal synth characters and producers.

Dance And Nerd Culture

2:00-2:45

How do video games and anime inspire people, specifically dancers, through Empowerment Fantasy and World Building? Nerd Culture inspires their choreography, multimedia storytelling, and multi-disciplinary knowledge. Our 3 hosts share their personal experiences as nerdz in the professional dance world through the use of clips of archival and recent works.

AMVs 101: How to Start Editing

3:00-3:45

TBA

Styling Wigs with a Licensed Cosmetologist!

4:00-4:45

If you’re looking for basic wig styling techniques taught by a licensed cosmetologist, this is the panel for you! We will discuss basic cuts, styles, and ways to upgrade your wig.

Panel 4

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Magical Girls & You!

11:00-11:45

A quick crash course on magical girls! Some history, some common tropes and some of the influences the genre has had on anime as a whole.

The Power of Friendship

12:00-12:45

Join Anime Social Nexus, the largest adult anime fan community in the NJ, NY, and PA area for a panel that brings the anime community together. Get to know others who have similar interests and make some friends during the con and beyond! We'll break the attendees out into age groups, so you can meet people in a similar age range, too!

Anime inspirations and Rip offs (in the west)

1:00-1:45

Anime- inspirations, Parodies and Ripoffs, Let's talk about them and their differences.

Ultimate Anime Music Quiz

2:00-2:45

TBA

Fandom & Fiction: A Fanfic Reading Event

3:00-3:45

Experience beloved characters and worlds in a whole new way at Fandom & Fiction! Dive into creative and unexpected twists on favorite stories as we bring fanfiction to life. Whether it’s adventure, romance, or an alternate universe, this event is a celebration of the fandoms we love. Sit back, listen, and enjoy the magic of storytelling!

How to Become an Awesome Game Developer

4:00-4:45

Join us for a panel presentation charting a path toward becoming an awesome game developer! James O'Brien of WizKids Games will share his experience, methods, and strategies for leveling up your work as a game developer.

Panel 5

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MangoJam: Popping Idol Party!~

1:00-1:45

Calling all idol fans! Join Mai and Jae for an unforgettable joint live performance, featuring hit songs from the Vocaloid, JPOP, and idol communities! Grab those penlights and get ready to cheer, because this is a show you won't want to miss!

So You Think You Can (Anime) Dance?

2:30-4:00

Want to have some fun and show off your dancing skills?! Show us what you've got in a dancing game show for all experience levels. Given only an obscure hint, participants selected from the audience will choose dances from anime, k-pop, TikTok trends, video games & more for the chance to win prizes!

JPOP Random Play Dance!

4:30-5:15

Join us for a fun-filled Random Play Dance featuring Vocaloid, anisongs, idol pop, and everything in between! Whether you want to dance or just want to watch, stop by and test your JPOP knowledge!