Colossalcon Prime
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Colossalcon Prime is a five-day anime, gaming, cosplay, and Japanese pop culture convention in Sandusky, Ohio, held at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions. What makes Colossalcon stand out is the venue. This is not just another anime convention inside a regular convention center. It takes place at a full waterpark resort, which gives the whole weekend a summer vacation feel. Fans come for cosplay, panels, guests, gaming, concerts, vendors, Artist Alley, the Dealer Room, live events, and late-night programming, but the waterpark setting is what makes the event feel different. Whether you’re there to cosplay, hang by the pool, meet guests, shop vendors, take photos, play games, or just enjoy the resort energy, Colossalcon Prime has one of the most unique vibes in the anime convention scene. And if you’re into anime tattoos, it’s a great place to show them off. Between the cosplay, swimwear, summer outfits, and anime fans everywhere, your tattoos can easily become part of the conversation.Why Come Through? ✨ Anime convention meets waterpark resort Cosplay, gaming, concerts, panels, guests, and fan events Poolside energy, summer fits, and resort chaos Artist Alley, Dealer Room, live acts, and late-night programming A perfect place to show off your anime tattoos One of the most unique anime con experiences in the country 😭 Event Details Dates: May 27 to May 31, 2026 Location: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky, Ohio Why you should come: Anime. Cosplay. Gaming. Waterpark. Resort vibes. Summer con energy. Ticket Info 🎟️ Starting Price: $39 for a Sunday badge at the door Starting Advance Price: $50 for Thursday, Friday, or Sunday admission Multi-Day Badge: $99 advance / $105 at the door Thursday Badge: $50 advance / $55 at the door Friday Badge: $50 advance / $59 at the door Saturday Badge: $65 advance / $75 at the door Sunday Badge: $50 advance / $39 at the door Photographer Badge: $99 advance / $105 at the door 2026 Season Pass: $175
Colossalcon Prime is bringing anime fans back to Sandusky, Ohio, and yeah, this one is literally at a waterpark resort 👀
That’s what makes it different right away.
You get the usual anime convention experience with cosplay, guests, panels, gaming, vendors, Artist Alley, concerts, live events, and fan programming, but the whole thing happens at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, one of those giant indoor waterpark resorts.
So it’s not just walking around a convention center all weekend.
It’s anime con energy mixed with pool parties, resort chaos, swimsuit cosplays, late-night events, and summer vacation vibes. That’s why Colossalcon has such a different reputation from a lot of other anime conventions.
And if you’re into anime tattoos, this is a perfect place to show them off. The whole weekend is built around cosplay, summer fits, poolside energy, and fans who notice the details.
What Is Colossalcon Prime?
Colossalcon Prime is a five-day anime, gaming, and Japanese pop culture convention held at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky, Ohio.
The event features panels, concerts, cosplay events, gaming, Artist Alley, the Dealer Room, live acts, guests, and fan programming, but what really makes it stand out is the venue. Since it takes place at a waterpark resort, the entire weekend feels more like an anime convention mixed with a summer vacation.
