Anime Frontier
Hosted by Anime Frontier
Long Description Anime Frontier is a three-day anime convention in Fort Worth, Texas, bringing fans together for a weekend of anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, Japanese pop culture, exhibits, premieres, special events, screenings, panels, vendors, Artist Alley, and major guests. Held at the Fort Worth Convention Center, Anime Frontier stands out because it brings the anime industry closer to the fans. It has the fun parts of a fan convention, but with a stronger focus on premieres, exhibits, special events, and big anime and manga guests. Whether you’re there to cosplay, shop Artist Alley, meet guests, catch panels, watch screenings, or see what’s next in anime, Anime Frontier gives fans a lot to explore. And if you’re into anime tattoos, it’s a great place to show them off. This is the kind of crowd that notices the characters, symbols, manga panels, and references behind your ink. Dates: December 4 to December 6, 2026 Location: Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas
Anime Frontier is bringing anime fans to Fort Worth, and this one has a more industry-focused feel than a lot of regional anime cons 👀
This isn’t just a weekend of cosplay and vendors. Anime Frontier brings fans closer to the anime world with exhibits, premieres, special events, screenings, major guests, Artist Alley, panels, and Japanese pop culture all packed into one weekend.
That’s what makes it stand out.
It feels like the kind of event where you can shop, cosplay, meet other fans, and still get a closer look at what’s happening in anime right now. From premieres to guest appearances to industry-style exhibits, Anime Frontier gives fans more than just a regular convention floor.
And if you’re into anime tattoos, this is a great place to show them off. The crowd is full of anime fans who actually notice the details, whether it’s a character piece, a symbol, a manga panel, or a full sleeve.
What Is Anime Frontier?
Anime Frontier is a three-day anime convention held at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
The event features exhibits, premieres, special events, guests from anime and manga, panels, screenings, vendors, Artist Alley, gaming, cosplay, and Japanese pop culture. The official site describes it as three days of exhibits, premieres, and special events with major anime and manga guests making rare appearances in Texas.
What makes Anime Frontier special is that it brings the anime industry closer to the fans. You still get the fun con energy, but there’s also a stronger focus on what’s new, what’s coming, and who’s shaping the anime space.
Why Come Through? ✨
Anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, and Japanese pop culture all in one place
Exhibits, premieres, screenings, panels, and special events
Major anime and manga guests
A more industry-focused anime convention feel
A perfect place to show off your anime tattoos
A full weekend of Fort Worth anime fan energy 😭
Event Details
Dates: December 4 to December 6, 2026
Location: Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas
Google Location:
Fort Worth Convention Center
1201 Houston St
Fort Worth, TX 76102
United States
Why you should come: Anime. Manga. Premieres. Guests. Artist Alley. Japanese pop culture.
Event Hours
Friday: 1 PM to 7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
Panels run until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
