Saturday
Panel Area 1
How Anime Scares Us
11:30 AM
Host: Vinny Albano
We'll explore why certain story moments provoke great discomfort, even when there is no actual threat to yourself. By blending evolutionary biology with anime storytelling, we'll explore how creators use pacing, silence, design, and implication to activate fear responses shaped long before modern media existed.
How to Wig 101
12:30 PM
Host: Pappples
Want to learn basic wig stuff like where to get them, how to cut them and more? This panel is for you!
Fighting Evil By Moon Light
1:30 PM
Host: Maribeth
Sailor Moon Voice Actor Panel.
Intro to Variant Cosplays
2:30 PM
Host: Faith Boonstra
When you want to cosplay, but different reasons might keep you from doing a cosplay accurate to a character, a cosplay variant might be more your speed. Learn about the different types of variants (pj's, Cowboy, casual, cyberpunk, etc) and how to make them while still showing you are cosplaying the character.
Undertale/Deltarune Family Feud
3:30 PM
Host: Kandi
Play a game of Family Feud with your fellow convention attendees as you try to figure out how this fandom thinks! Guess the top answers to hard-hitting, wacky questions pertaining to your favorite games!
Kids Cosplay Contest
4:30 PM
Host: TBD
Kids Cosplay Contest.
Cosplay Contest
5:00 PM
Host: TBD
Cosplay Contest.
Panel Area 2
Learn Animation with S.P. Mask
11:30 AM
Host: S.P. Mask
Ever wanted to see how animation is done? Come by this workshop and see how the steps of ideas, sketches, storyboards, keyframes, in-betweens, colors, backgrounds and more are broken down!
The Newlyweebs Game
12:30 PM
Host: Spencer Davis
Think you know your friend's/partner's anime background? Based on the hit gameshow, enter to win, find out who knows each other best, and win prizes! Audience prizes will be given as well!
Retro Magical Girl Games
1:30 PM
Host: Justin Guillou
You know about magical girls, but what about retro magical girl games? Come learn about the history of magical girls in video games and maybe discover some new favorites.
EGL 101: A Guide to Elegant Gothic Lolita Fashion
2:30 PM
Host: Snow
EGL 101 covers the history and origins of the style, essential wardrobe pieces, and basics of building a coordinated outfit.
Dragoons Tavern (A D-20 Experience)
3:30 PM
Host: Joseph Clukies
Join our adventures as they embark on a perilous journey while they seek to discover what is plaguing the great land of Marshfield. This will be a live action show based on Dungeons and Dragons where you the audience will help the players to make decisions and interact with the quest in many ways. There will be voting using your cellphone. So be sure to have your phones charged. There will also be an intermission half way through. So come on down and join us in the tavern.
Sunday
Panel Area 1
Navigating Cons as a Neurodivergent Cosplayer
11:30 AM
Host: Yasmeen Lee
An insightful panel sharing a unique journey as a cosplayer living with autism and ADHD, navigating life after surviving cervical cancer. Covers tips for attending conventions as a neurodivergent cosplayer, cervical cancer awareness, and the transformative impact of cosplaying.
Jojos Bizarre Jeopardy
12:30 PM
Host: Talia Bell
Think you're the ultimate JJBA fan? Prove it in truly bizarre Jojo Jeopardy, covering everything from messy localizations to lore that will have anime-only fans scratching their heads. Prizes awarded to those who prove they are worthy of a stand.
How to Get Your Normie Friends Into Anime
1:30 PM
Host: Spencer Davis
Backed by real life success stories and persuasion art, this panel will arm you with the skills, system, and confidence to navigate one of life's most perplexing questions: how can I get the normies in my life into anime?
Bad Graphics Are Scary Good
2:30 PM
Host: Alyssa Kozdron
A dialogue about old video game graphics and what made them so effective versus the realism in video games today. Scene-by-scene comparisons from the Resident Evil original and remake will be used.
Panel Area 2
Test Your Limits - Anime Science Trivia!
11:30 AM
Host: Alex Estela
Think you've mastered the science behind your favorite anime? This interactive trivia game show challenges your anime smarts while delivering fresh insights into anatomy and physiology. Compete for prizes!
The Anatomy of Anime
12:30 PM
Host: Alex Estela
Ever wondered how Tanjiro's lung capacity compares to an Olympic swimmer's? From the absurd physics of a S tier Waifu to the cellular toll of alchemy, we'll dissect the science behind anime's most jaw-dropping feats. Expect laughter, mind-blowing facts, and maybe even a live experiment!
BL Bingo: Tropes, Love, and Chaos
1:30 PM
Host: Hana Terrell
A wild and trope-filled ride through the world of Boys' Love! From "only one bed" to "cold seme with a soft side," this interactive panel turns your favorite BL clichés into a live bingo game. Whether you're a longtime yaoi veteran or just getting into BL, come laugh and shout "BINGO!"
Domain Expansion: Mixology - The Chemistry Behind Anime-Inspired Cocktails
2:30 PM
Host: Ira Vought
What if fandom could be tasted? Learn the fundamentals of mixology and food science by transforming character inspiration into refined cocktails. Through discussion and a live drink demonstration, learn how flavor, aroma, and balance can reflect personality and mood. Non-Drinker Friendly!
Pokemon Meetup
Saturday 12:30 PM
Host: Chrispyc2 & Bubbletea.grl
Gotta catch 'em all — including your fellow trainers! Whether you're cosplaying a beloved Pokemon, a gym leader, a trainer, or a Team Rocket member, come join us for a meetup that's sure to be super effective!
Demon Slayer Meetup
Saturday 1:00 PM
Host: Miss Cosplay Sensei & Amaya
Sharpen your blade and join your fellow Demon Slayer Corps members! Whether you're a Hashira, a demon, or somewhere in between, come celebrate the world of Kimetsu no Yaiba with fellow fans for photos, fun, and Total Concentration!
One Piece Meetup
Saturday 1:30 PM
Host: Luxlyss & Magnus_cos
Set sail and join your crew! Whether you're a Straw Hat, a Marine, a Warlord, or a member of the Worst Generation, come celebrate the Grand Line with fellow One Piece fans for photos and adventure on the high seas!
Marvel Vs Capcom Meetup
Saturday 2:00 PM
Host: Sumtart
Heroes, villains, and fighters collide! Whether you're cosplaying a Marvel superhero or a Capcom legend, come join fellow fans for an epic crossover meetup full of photos and hype energy!
Sailor Moon Meetup
Saturday 2:30 PM
Host: Pappples
In the name of the Moon, we're gathering! Join your fellow Sailor Guardians for a meetup celebrating all things Sailor Moon. Whether you're cosplaying Usagi, the outer senshi, or any of the iconic villains, come together for photos, fun, and some moon prism power!
Furry Meetup
Saturday 3:00 PM
Host: Angel Rose
Calling all fursuiters, furry cosplayers, and animal-inspired costumes! Come join your fellow furry fans for a fun and welcoming meetup. Whether you're in a full fursuit or rocking some ears and a tail, all are welcome to gather for photos and good vibes!
Danganronpa Meetup
Saturday 3:30 PM
Host: Yuno the One Eyed Ghoul
It's a Killing Game... of fun! Gather your fellow Ultimates and come celebrate the world of Danganronpa. Whether you're cosplaying a Hope's Peak student, a member of the Future Foundation, or the one and only Monokuma, come join us for photos and some Upupupu-worthy fun!
Hazbin Hotel Meetup
Saturday 4:00 PM
Host: Cris
Welcome to the Happy Hotel! Whether you're cosplaying Charlie, Alastor, Angel Dust, or any of the colorful residents of Hell, come join fellow Hazbin Hotel fans for photos, fun, and a hell of a good time!
All Cosplays Meetup
Saturday After Adult Cosplay Contest
Host: Pupbunni & White Rabbit
No fandom left behind! This is the ultimate gathering for cosplayers of every universe, franchise, and fandom. Whether you're a hero, villain, sidekick, or original creation, all costumes and all fandoms are welcome here. Come show off your hard work and celebrate the art of cosplay!