Otakon
@otakon.bsky.social
Otakon is a yearly convention for East Asian culture in Washington DC, USA. Our next event is July 31-Aug 2, 2026.
www.otakon.com
www.otakon.com
HEAR YE SCI-FI FANS! 🦀
We're tabling at Farpoint Con in Towson, MD this weekend! Stop by and tell us YOUR favorite sci-fi anime or manga for some free Otakon merch before blasting off to your next adventure to #Otakon2026
We're tabling at Farpoint Con in Towson, MD this weekend! Stop by and tell us YOUR favorite sci-fi anime or manga for some free Otakon merch before blasting off to your next adventure to #Otakon2026
January 31, 2026 at 9:30 PM
HEAR YE SCI-FI FANS! 🦀
We're tabling at Farpoint Con in Towson, MD this weekend! Stop by and tell us YOUR favorite sci-fi anime or manga for some free Otakon merch before blasting off to your next adventure to #Otakon2026
We're tabling at Farpoint Con in Towson, MD this weekend! Stop by and tell us YOUR favorite sci-fi anime or manga for some free Otakon merch before blasting off to your next adventure to #Otakon2026
HEAR YE ALL DEALERS, IT'S TIME! The Otakon Dealers Room Applications are officially OPEN!
Ready to bring your shop to Otakon? Visit otakon.com/dealersroom to apply.
Acceptances/placements begin February 13 and will continue on a rolling basis until the room is full #Otakon2026
Ready to bring your shop to Otakon? Visit otakon.com/dealersroom to apply.
Acceptances/placements begin February 13 and will continue on a rolling basis until the room is full #Otakon2026
January 31, 2026 at 5:01 PM
HEAR YE ALL DEALERS, IT'S TIME! The Otakon Dealers Room Applications are officially OPEN!
Ready to bring your shop to Otakon? Visit otakon.com/dealersroom to apply.
Acceptances/placements begin February 13 and will continue on a rolling basis until the room is full #Otakon2026
Ready to bring your shop to Otakon? Visit otakon.com/dealersroom to apply.
Acceptances/placements begin February 13 and will continue on a rolling basis until the room is full #Otakon2026
HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! APPLICATIONS FOR OTAKON 2026 ARTIST ALLEY ARE CLOSING TODAY!!! 🎨🦀
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
January 29, 2026 at 5:01 PM
HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! APPLICATIONS FOR OTAKON 2026 ARTIST ALLEY ARE CLOSING TODAY!!! 🎨🦀
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! APPLICATIONS FOR OTAKON 2026 ARTIST ALLEY ARE NOW OPEN!!! 🎨🦀
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
January 27, 2026 at 5:01 PM
HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! APPLICATIONS FOR OTAKON 2026 ARTIST ALLEY ARE NOW OPEN!!! 🎨🦀
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be open from January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Apply and see all rules at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue buttons at the top of the page)
You've heard of snow angels??? Check out our snow Crabby!!! 🦀❄️
Did you get hit with the snow today? Did you go outside or did you stay in to watch your favorite cozy anime? Comment below! #Otakon2026 #snowday
Did you get hit with the snow today? Did you go outside or did you stay in to watch your favorite cozy anime? Comment below! #Otakon2026 #snowday
January 25, 2026 at 11:30 PM
You've heard of snow angels??? Check out our snow Crabby!!! 🦀❄️
Did you get hit with the snow today? Did you go outside or did you stay in to watch your favorite cozy anime? Comment below! #Otakon2026 #snowday
Did you get hit with the snow today? Did you go outside or did you stay in to watch your favorite cozy anime? Comment below! #Otakon2026 #snowday
Beginning with Otakon 2026, fan art will no longer be permitted for sale in the Dealers Room. To help this move, Dealers who sell fan art will be allowed to apply to Artist Alley for Otakon 2026 without penalty.
docs.google.com/document/d/1pMvCJgw2CeHTwESoSW-O2UOg0vh5Jn96C2yXwby97qE/edit?usp=sharing
docs.google.com/document/d/1pMvCJgw2CeHTwESoSW-O2UOg0vh5Jn96C2yXwby97qE/edit?usp=sharing
January 23, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Beginning with Otakon 2026, fan art will no longer be permitted for sale in the Dealers Room. To help this move, Dealers who sell fan art will be allowed to apply to Artist Alley for Otakon 2026 without penalty.
docs.google.com/document/d/1pMvCJgw2CeHTwESoSW-O2UOg0vh5Jn96C2yXwby97qE/edit?usp=sharing
docs.google.com/document/d/1pMvCJgw2CeHTwESoSW-O2UOg0vh5Jn96C2yXwby97qE/edit?usp=sharing
HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! 🎨🦀
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be Open January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Before applying make sure to check all rules posted at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue button towards the top)
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be Open January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Before applying make sure to check all rules posted at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue button towards the top)
January 21, 2026 at 10:00 PM
HEAR YE ALL ARTISANS!!! 🎨🦀
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be Open January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Before applying make sure to check all rules posted at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue button towards the top)
Artist Alley Applications for #Otakon2026 will be Open January 27th at 12pm EST to January 29th at 11:59pm EST
Before applying make sure to check all rules posted at Otakon.com/artistalley (blue button towards the top)
Here ye, here ye sorcerers of style! 🦀
The Fashion District has summoned all cloak and frock smiths to whimsy and dazzle their consumers of fashion! Applications for the acceptance of this quest end March 1st, 2026, @ 11:59 pm EST
Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#Otakon2026
The Fashion District has summoned all cloak and frock smiths to whimsy and dazzle their consumers of fashion! Applications for the acceptance of this quest end March 1st, 2026, @ 11:59 pm EST
Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#Otakon2026
January 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Here ye, here ye sorcerers of style! 🦀
The Fashion District has summoned all cloak and frock smiths to whimsy and dazzle their consumers of fashion! Applications for the acceptance of this quest end March 1st, 2026, @ 11:59 pm EST
Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#Otakon2026
The Fashion District has summoned all cloak and frock smiths to whimsy and dazzle their consumers of fashion! Applications for the acceptance of this quest end March 1st, 2026, @ 11:59 pm EST
Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#Otakon2026
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say "Hey!" to the staff at our #Magfest2026 table this past weekend💖 We hope you all enjoyed getting to chat with us about this upcoming year of swords and sorcery and getting some awesome swag!
#Otakon2026 @Magfest
#Otakon2026 @Magfest
January 13, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say "Hey!" to the staff at our #Magfest2026 table this past weekend💖 We hope you all enjoyed getting to chat with us about this upcoming year of swords and sorcery and getting some awesome swag!
#Otakon2026 @Magfest
#Otakon2026 @Magfest
Thank you to everyone who grabbed tickets for tonight's game! At this time, we are officially SOLD OUT!!! We can't wait to see all the pics you share of tonight's game and your official Hello Kitty Flyers plushie!
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
January 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Thank you to everyone who grabbed tickets for tonight's game! At this time, we are officially SOLD OUT!!! We can't wait to see all the pics you share of tonight's game and your official Hello Kitty Flyers plushie!
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Otakon welcomes Jordan Dash Cruz!
He is known for Stark (Frieren: Beyond Journey's End), Mini Master Roshi (Dragon Ball Daima), Aoshi Tokimitsu (BLUE LOCK), Taiga (Wind Breaker), Qi Rong (Heaven’s Official Blessing), Golden Alligator, Nabil, Nogata and Khasani (Genshin Impact).
He is known for Stark (Frieren: Beyond Journey's End), Mini Master Roshi (Dragon Ball Daima), Aoshi Tokimitsu (BLUE LOCK), Taiga (Wind Breaker), Qi Rong (Heaven’s Official Blessing), Golden Alligator, Nabil, Nogata and Khasani (Genshin Impact).
January 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Otakon welcomes Jordan Dash Cruz!
He is known for Stark (Frieren: Beyond Journey's End), Mini Master Roshi (Dragon Ball Daima), Aoshi Tokimitsu (BLUE LOCK), Taiga (Wind Breaker), Qi Rong (Heaven’s Official Blessing), Golden Alligator, Nabil, Nogata and Khasani (Genshin Impact).
He is known for Stark (Frieren: Beyond Journey's End), Mini Master Roshi (Dragon Ball Daima), Aoshi Tokimitsu (BLUE LOCK), Taiga (Wind Breaker), Qi Rong (Heaven’s Official Blessing), Golden Alligator, Nabil, Nogata and Khasani (Genshin Impact).
ATTENTION ARTISTS!!! We know you've been asking us about something... and we are almost done cooking up the details! More info to follow... In the meantime, what has been your latest project? Got anything fun to showcase at #Otakon2026 ??? Comment Below! 🦀🎨
January 5, 2026 at 11:30 PM
ATTENTION ARTISTS!!! We know you've been asking us about something... and we are almost done cooking up the details! More info to follow... In the meantime, what has been your latest project? Got anything fun to showcase at #Otakon2026 ??? Comment Below! 🦀🎨
Celebrate the iconic Hello Kitty® with Otakon, the premiere east coast fan-run anime and east asian culture convention, and the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena! January 12th, 2026 7:00 PM EDT
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
January 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Celebrate the iconic Hello Kitty® with Otakon, the premiere east coast fan-run anime and east asian culture convention, and the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena! January 12th, 2026 7:00 PM EDT
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Now that 2025 is over. Let’s hit rewind ⏪ check out our awesome highlights reel from 2025! 🦀
Did you see yourself? Comment below!
Who knows? Maybe you’ll be featured in our rewind for #Otakon2026
Did you see yourself? Comment below!
Who knows? Maybe you’ll be featured in our rewind for #Otakon2026
January 1, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Now that 2025 is over. Let’s hit rewind ⏪ check out our awesome highlights reel from 2025! 🦀
Did you see yourself? Comment below!
Who knows? Maybe you’ll be featured in our rewind for #Otakon2026
Did you see yourself? Comment below!
Who knows? Maybe you’ll be featured in our rewind for #Otakon2026
Happy New Year to all of our wonderful Otakon Members! 🍾🥂 Our resolution? To make Otakon 2026 even bigger and better! (also to eat lots of yummy snacks 😋) What is your New Years resolution? Let us know in the comments below! 🦀
Let's make them all a reality by #Otakon2026
Let's make them all a reality by #Otakon2026
January 1, 2026 at 5:01 AM
Happy New Year to all of our wonderful Otakon Members! 🍾🥂 Our resolution? To make Otakon 2026 even bigger and better! (also to eat lots of yummy snacks 😋) What is your New Years resolution? Let us know in the comments below! 🦀
Let's make them all a reality by #Otakon2026
Let's make them all a reality by #Otakon2026
Otakon welcomes Crystal Lee!
Crystal Lee is a Taiwanese-American voice actress based in Los Angeles. Her prominent roles include: Phoenix (Marvel Rivals), Nezha (Nezha II), and more!
You can find Crystal on Twitter @CrystalLeeVO, Instagram @crystalyleevo, and her website www.CrystalYLee.com !
Crystal Lee is a Taiwanese-American voice actress based in Los Angeles. Her prominent roles include: Phoenix (Marvel Rivals), Nezha (Nezha II), and more!
You can find Crystal on Twitter @CrystalLeeVO, Instagram @crystalyleevo, and her website www.CrystalYLee.com !
December 30, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Otakon welcomes Crystal Lee!
Crystal Lee is a Taiwanese-American voice actress based in Los Angeles. Her prominent roles include: Phoenix (Marvel Rivals), Nezha (Nezha II), and more!
You can find Crystal on Twitter @CrystalLeeVO, Instagram @crystalyleevo, and her website www.CrystalYLee.com !
Crystal Lee is a Taiwanese-American voice actress based in Los Angeles. Her prominent roles include: Phoenix (Marvel Rivals), Nezha (Nezha II), and more!
You can find Crystal on Twitter @CrystalLeeVO, Instagram @crystalyleevo, and her website www.CrystalYLee.com !
Otakon is happy to welcome Xanthe Huynh!
Xanthe Huynh is a Los Angeles based voice actor known for their roles in many video games and anime series.
Follow Xanthe on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @itsxanthor for updates!
Full Credits can be found at XanthesVoice.com
Xanthe Huynh is a Los Angeles based voice actor known for their roles in many video games and anime series.
Follow Xanthe on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @itsxanthor for updates!
Full Credits can be found at XanthesVoice.com
December 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Otakon is happy to welcome Xanthe Huynh!
Xanthe Huynh is a Los Angeles based voice actor known for their roles in many video games and anime series.
Follow Xanthe on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @itsxanthor for updates!
Full Credits can be found at XanthesVoice.com
Xanthe Huynh is a Los Angeles based voice actor known for their roles in many video games and anime series.
Follow Xanthe on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @itsxanthor for updates!
Full Credits can be found at XanthesVoice.com
Time to get cozy with Hiroko! She is staying warm in her favorite knit sweater and is just about to enjoy her hot cocoa (extra whipped cream is a must) ☕
Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from Otakon 💗 We are so excited to get to see all of our members in the new year.
#Otakon2026
Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from Otakon 💗 We are so excited to get to see all of our members in the new year.
#Otakon2026
December 25, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Time to get cozy with Hiroko! She is staying warm in her favorite knit sweater and is just about to enjoy her hot cocoa (extra whipped cream is a must) ☕
Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from Otakon 💗 We are so excited to get to see all of our members in the new year.
#Otakon2026
Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from Otakon 💗 We are so excited to get to see all of our members in the new year.
#Otakon2026
Pre-register for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery NOW!!!🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
December 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Pre-register for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery NOW!!!🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
Celebrate the iconic Hello Kitty® with Otakon, the premiere east coast fan-run anime and east asian culture convention, and the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena! January 12th, 2026 7:00 PM EDT
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
December 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Celebrate the iconic Hello Kitty® with Otakon, the premiere east coast fan-run anime and east asian culture convention, and the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena! January 12th, 2026 7:00 PM EDT
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Link: www.gofevo.com/event/Flyers...
#otakon #otakon2026 #hellokitty #letsgoflyers
Pre-register for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery is NOW!!!🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
2026 Registration
All the information and details to get your journey started to Otakon, the annual convention of otaku generation!
otakon.com
December 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Pre-register for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery is NOW!!!🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
Looking to get rid of some of your old manga? Donate to the Otakorp Manga Library to spread the holiday cheer for future manga lovers alike! You may bring donations to Otakon 2026 or email mangalibrary@otakon.com to coordinate mailing your donation to us!
December 16, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Looking to get rid of some of your old manga? Donate to the Otakorp Manga Library to spread the holiday cheer for future manga lovers alike! You may bring donations to Otakon 2026 or email mangalibrary@otakon.com to coordinate mailing your donation to us!
Pre-registration for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery is NOW OPEN!!! 🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Mail Badges:
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Mail Badges:
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
December 1, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Pre-registration for Otakon’s year of swords and sorcery is NOW OPEN!!! 🦀
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Mail Badges:
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
FULL WEEKEND:
Only $90 until May 21st at 11 PM EDT!!!
$100 until July 30 at 11PM EDT
$110 at the door
Mail Badges:
Free Badge mailing will close at 11PM EDT on May 21st
Full details: otakon.com/2026registra...
#Otakon2026
Adventure awaits! We've got something exciting coming up for our members! ⚔️ Make sure to mark your calendars for TOMORROW December 1st at 11:00 am! Got any guesses for us? Comment below!
Come take a seat in your fantasy only at 🦀 #Otakon2026
Come take a seat in your fantasy only at 🦀 #Otakon2026
November 30, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Adventure awaits! We've got something exciting coming up for our members! ⚔️ Make sure to mark your calendars for TOMORROW December 1st at 11:00 am! Got any guesses for us? Comment below!
Come take a seat in your fantasy only at 🦀 #Otakon2026
Come take a seat in your fantasy only at 🦀 #Otakon2026
Don't space out! We've got something exciting coming up for our members! 🚀 Make sure to mark your calendars for December 1st at 11:00 am! Got any guesses for us? Comment below!
You don't wanna miss this! 🦀 #Otakon2026
You don't wanna miss this! 🦀 #Otakon2026
November 29, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Don't space out! We've got something exciting coming up for our members! 🚀 Make sure to mark your calendars for December 1st at 11:00 am! Got any guesses for us? Comment below!
You don't wanna miss this! 🦀 #Otakon2026
You don't wanna miss this! 🦀 #Otakon2026