Anime NYC
Hosted by Anime NYC
Anime NYC is one of the biggest anime conventions on the East Coast, bringing thousands of fans together in New York City for a full weekend of anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, music, panels, screenings, special guests, vendors, and Artist Alley. Held at the Javits Convention Center, the event celebrates Japanese pop culture in the middle of one of the busiest cities in the world. Fans can meet voice actors, discover new artists, shop exclusive merch, catch industry panels, watch premieres, take cosplay photos, and experience the kind of convention energy that only New York can bring. And if you’re into anime tattoos, Anime NYC is the perfect place to show them off. With so many anime fans, artists, cosplayers, and collectors in one place, it’s the kind of weekend where your favorite character, arc, or tattoo idea fits right in.
Anime NYC 🔥
Anime NYC is bringing anime fans back to New York City, and this is one of those events that belongs on every East Coast anime fan’s radar 👀
Anime NYC is one of the biggest anime conventions in the region, bringing together anime fans, cosplayers, artists, creators, vendors, voice actors, publishers, studios, and Japanese pop culture all under one roof.
It’s loud. It’s packed. It’s chaotic in the best way.
Whether you’re coming to cosplay, shop Artist Alley, meet guests, catch panels, watch premieres, or just be around thousands of anime fans who understand your references, Anime NYC is the kind of weekend where the city feels like one giant anime meetup.
What Is Anime NYC?
Anime NYC is New York City’s major anime convention, celebrating Japanese pop culture, anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, music, and fandom at the Javits Convention Center.
The event features panels, screenings, special events, Artist Alley, exhibitors, guests from America and Japan, and tons of programming throughout the weekend.
You might catch a major anime announcement, find exclusive merch, meet your favorite voice actor, discover a new artist, or see some of the best cosplay walking through the city.
And if you’re into anime tattoos, this is the perfect crowd to show them off.
Why Come Through? ✨
Anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, music, and Japanese pop culture all in one place
Panels, screenings, guests, vendors, Artist Alley, and special events
A massive East Coast anime community that actually gets it
The perfect place to show off your anime tattoos
A weekend full of cosplay photos, merch hunting, fan moments, and chaotic con energy
New York City is about to be packed with anime fans all weekend 😭
Event Details
Dates: August 20 to August 23, 2026
Location: Javits Convention Center in New York, NY
Address: 445 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001
Why you should come: Anime. Cosplay. Manga. Merch. Artists. Community. Vibes.
Event Hours:
Thursday: 1 PM to 8 PM
Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
Panels may run later depending on the schedule.
Ticket Info 🎟️
Tickets start at $55, with single-day and full weekend badges available.
4-Day Badge: $175 mailed / $185 pickup
Thursday Badge: $55 mailed / $65 pickup
Friday Badge: $68 mailed / $78 pickup
Saturday Badge: $68 mailed / $78 pickup
Sunday Badge: $68 mailed / $78 pickup
Anime NYC+ Badge: $475 mailed / $485 pickup
*may be subject to change*
