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#AnimeNorth2026 takes place from May 22-24, 2026 at the Toronto Congress Centre and The Delta Toronto Airport Hotel
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Online registration for #AnimeNorth2026 is now open! Hurry to grab an Early Bird Admission which grants you a full Weekend badge for $10 off the full Weekend Admission price

To purchase, go to www.eventbrite.ca/e/anime-nort...
For more info on registration, go to www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
This is a reminder to our artist community that the deadline for submitting entries for the #AnimeNorth2026 Pocket Guide Cover Contest is Saturday, February 28, 2026.

For more info on rules and how to enter, check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
February 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM
We are now accepting entries for the #AnimeNorth2026 Music Video Competition.

Submit your newest AMVs in our Open or Novice Divisions or attempt this year’s Momiji’s Challenge. For more info on rules, as well as details on this year’s challenge, go to www.animenorth.com/index.php/pr...

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January 28, 2026 at 12:01 AM
Have an idea of a panel you would like to run at #AnimeNorth2026? We are now accepting submissions for panels and panellists for this year’s convention over at anpanels.com

Please note that you must be pre-registered to attend AN2026 before applying.
January 27, 2026 at 12:00 AM
The Royal Conservatory is hosting a Kishi Bashi concert at Koerner Hall on Thursday, January 22 at 7PM. You can get 15% off tickets to this concert with code “KISHI15” when ordering tickets online, by phone at 416-408-0208, or at the Weston Family Box Office.

www.rcmusic.com/events-and-p...
January 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM
A reminder that hotel blocks for #AnimeNorth2026 open at NOON EST today! Please head over to animenorth.com for links to reserve a room online.
January 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Online registration for #AnimeNorth2026 is now open! Hurry to grab an Early Bird Admission which grants you a full Weekend badge for $10 off the full Weekend Admission price

To purchase, go to www.eventbrite.ca/e/anime-nort...
For more info on registration, go to www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
January 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Our partner hotels will be taking reservations for rooms during #AnimeNorth2026 starting at NOON EST, Monday, January 12, including the Delta Hotel Toronto Airport.

Links for booking at the Delta and other partner hotels will be available starting at NOON through a simplified animenorth.com (1/2)
January 7, 2026 at 1:30 AM
Online Registration for #AnimeNorth2026 will be opening on Saturday, January 10 at 10AM EST.

We will once again be offering 2500 Early Bird Admission when reg opens for $60 + fees.

For more info, check out www.animenorth.com/index.php/ab...
January 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM
HAPPY NEW YEAR from all of us at Anime North!

We wish you all the best in 2026!
January 3, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Registration will be opening online for #AnimeNorth2026 on Saturday, January 10, 2026 with our hotel room blocks opening a couple days later on the morning of Monday, January 12, 2026. Keep watching as further updates become available.
December 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
To all of our friends and attendees south of the border.

Happy Thanksgiving from everyone up north at Anime North!
November 27, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Updates are now available the Artist Alley, Pro Plaza, and Vendors Hall at #AnimeNorth2026. Please check animenorth.com for more information including how to apply.

Artist Alley: Nov 28 at 9 PM - Dec 1 at 9 PM
Pro Plaza: Dec 13 from 9 AM - 9 PM
Vendors Hall: now being accepted for new booths
November 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
We are saddened to announce that long-time staff member at Anime North, Cathy Schutt, passed away early last week.

We will be ever grateful for her friendship and camaraderie through-out the years and will greatly miss her.

In Loving Memory of Cathy Schutt: 1975 – 2025
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Moonlight Magic Idol Spooktakular (Part 1) is about to begin at the Scary Stage.

#ANHalloween
October 24, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Welcome to the 2025 Anime North Halloween Event!

Be sure to share your experiences by using #ANHalloween!
October 24, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Here's an important reminder regarding parking at #ANHalloween.

Please read the graphic carefully.

Thank you.
October 24, 2025 at 7:53 PM
#ANHalloween happens TONIGHT at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre starting at 6 pm!

An important reminder that there will be NO ADMISSION SALES AT THE DOOR.

Only attendees who have purchased their admission in advance will be allowed into the building.
October 24, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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ANGS is coming to #ANHalliween on Friday but unfortunately, we're going to be bringing the Whammy with us as we play Press Your Luck but we're making it a SUPER edition with crazy game features and 4 contestants trying to win awesome prizes!

#ReadyToPlayAgain
October 24, 2025 at 12:45 AM
The reports of it's demise were greatly exaggerated.

The Moonlight Magic Idol Spooktacular IS happening at the Anime North Halloween Event and it will strike TWICE!

Part 1 starts at around 7:00pm and Part 2 will begin at around 10:00pm!

#ANHalloween
October 24, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Buy a "No Tricks All Treats" surprise treat bag for $5.00 (per bag)
at #ANHalloween tomorrow night
and get a chance to win some cool prizes including a DOUBLE PASS to #AnimeNorth2026 / #AnimeNorth30 next May!
October 24, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Attention:

Here is some important information regarding parking at #ANHalloween.

Please read the graphic carefully.
October 23, 2025 at 9:16 PM
We have 4 days to go until the Anime North Halloween Event!

We have a few surprises for you this Friday but for the time being..... LET'S GO BLUE JAYS! #ANHalloween
October 20, 2025 at 11:25 PM
UPDATE

All admissions for the Anime North Halloween Event are now sold out.

A reminder that there will be NO SALES AT THE DOOR.

Please watch for your email from Eventbrite regarding entry into the event.

#ANHalloween
October 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM
There will be a delicious presence at #ANHalloween!

Come in to The #ChiikawaCafe and have your choice of tasty dishes! Kawaii refreshments and tempting treats!

Go see whimsical_twist on Instagram to get a sneak peek of their menu and how to enter the cafe next Friday!
October 18, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Admission spots for 6pm and 7pm entries to #ANHalloween are sold out.

There are a few spots remaining for the 8pm entry admission time.

Scan the QR code in the announcement graphic below to secure your spot.
October 18, 2025 at 1:14 AM