Main Events
Check out WasabiCon’s key presentations for this year.
WasabiCon offers an abundance of programming throughout the weekend for a variety of interests. We typically post the complete schedule with all of our planned contests, competitions, panels, workshops and other entertainment. Listed here are some of the main events to be aware of when you attend this year’s convention.
Media guests who appear at WasabiCon participate in at least one Q&A (question and answer) session each day of the convention. Ask your favorite star about their experiences and listen to their stories about working in the industry.
Check the schedule for times/days.
APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED. What’s an anime convention without cosplay? Our annual costume contest returns with the opportunity for attendees to showcase their hard work on their cosplay for the audience and our judges.
SIGN-UP: Click here.
EVENT: Saturday, 1:15 PM in Main Events.
Join us for WasabiCon’s friendly and fun Cosplay Contest Junior! With no craftsmanship requirements and no complicated categories, it’s all about having a great time. Come dressed as your favorite character and let your imagination shine—kids 12 and under are invited to step into the spotlight and enjoy the fun!
SIGN-UP: Sunday 12:00 PM in Main Events.
EVENT: Sunday 12:30 PM in Main Events
APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED. The Cosplay Lip Sync Battle is back again at WasabiCon, where fans can showcase their energy and costumes on stage! Channel your inner pop star (or rock star… or country star… you get it, right?) while “performing” Milli Vanilli style in your chosen character costume.
SIGN-UP: Click here.
EVENT: Friday, 7:30 PM in Main Events
SIGN-UP: Sunday 3:30 PM in Main Events.
EVENT: Sunday 4:00 PM in Main Events
IdolFest brings the excitement of live performances to WasabiCon! Celebrate your favorite idols with stunning showcases of singing, dancing, and pure fandom energy. Whether you’re a performer or a fan, IdolFest is the perfect stage to enjoy the magic of idol culture!
EVENT: Saturday, 11:30 AM in Main Events.
Separately Ticketed Event. Konnichiwa! WasabiCon invites you to experience some kawaii culture via its very own maid café! Inspired by the popular storefronts in the Akihabara district in Tokyo, this all-ages ticketed experience will immerse you in the world of cute, colorful, and playful maids who are there to serve up an hour of music, games, and more! Tickets are $30 (+ticketing fees; $33.40 total) and include the show, a cup of tea, a small dessert, and maid café themed merchandise.
Separately Ticketed Event. Get ready to party with WasabiCon and Senpai Squad at our yearly anime rave. Featuring Awesomus Prime spinning tracks throughout the night with anime and EDM tunes. The first 50 attendees will also get a Senpai Squad goodie bag!
EVENT: Saturday, 8:00 PM in Main Events.
Get ready to witness a fusion of anime and high fashion at the WasabiCon Fashion Show! This one-of-a-kind showcase, presented by WasabiCon, brings together the creative talents of Anime Yofuku and GHOST GIRL GOODS for an unforgettable collaboration. Expect vibrant colors, daring designs, and iconic styles that embody the spirit of anime and geek culture in fashion.
MODEL APPLICATIONS: Click here.
EVENT: Saturday, 4:30 PM at Otaku Activities.
