Zenkaikon
@zenkaikon.com
The OFFICIAL Bluesky account of Zenkaikon! Join us at the Lancaster County Convention Center on March 20-22, 2026 for anime, comics, games, sci-fi, & fandom!
We’re thrilled to announce that Dante Basco will be returning for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
November 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We’re thrilled to announce that Dante Basco will be returning for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
Zenkaikon 2007 was held on 10/13/07 in King of Prussia, PA. We had about 570 total attendance, held a Spring Formal Fundraiser with food and door prizes, and were one of Uncle Yo’s first appearances! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
November 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Zenkaikon 2007 was held on 10/13/07 in King of Prussia, PA. We had about 570 total attendance, held a Spring Formal Fundraiser with food and door prizes, and were one of Uncle Yo’s first appearances! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
We're thrilled to announce that @danaterrace.bsky.social will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
Dana is an animator, writer, director, and voice actress, best known for creating The Owl House, as well as co-creating and directing Knights of Guinevere!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her!
Dana is an animator, writer, director, and voice actress, best known for creating The Owl House, as well as co-creating and directing Knights of Guinevere!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her!
November 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We're thrilled to announce that @danaterrace.bsky.social will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
Dana is an animator, writer, director, and voice actress, best known for creating The Owl House, as well as co-creating and directing Knights of Guinevere!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her!
Dana is an animator, writer, director, and voice actress, best known for creating The Owl House, as well as co-creating and directing Knights of Guinevere!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her!
Zenkaikon 2007 was held on 10/13/07 in King of Prussia, PA. We had about 570 total attendance, held a Spring Formal Fundraiser with food and door prizes, and were one of Uncle Yo’s first appearances! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
November 15, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Zenkaikon 2007 was held on 10/13/07 in King of Prussia, PA. We had about 570 total attendance, held a Spring Formal Fundraiser with food and door prizes, and were one of Uncle Yo’s first appearances! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
Would you like to host your own Cosplay Meetup? We are now accepting applications for Fandom Meetups and Cosplay Photoshoots for Zenkaikon 2026! Applications close February 15th!
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November 14, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Would you like to host your own Cosplay Meetup? We are now accepting applications for Fandom Meetups and Cosplay Photoshoots for Zenkaikon 2026! Applications close February 15th!
buff.ly/BnwC93X
buff.ly/BnwC93X
We're thrilled to announce that Megan Shipman (@18moptop) will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know her from one of her many roles—Anya (Spy × Family), Aoba (New Game!), La Brava (My Hero Academia), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her at Zenkaikon!
You may know her from one of her many roles—Anya (Spy × Family), Aoba (New Game!), La Brava (My Hero Academia), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her at Zenkaikon!
November 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We're thrilled to announce that Megan Shipman (@18moptop) will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know her from one of her many roles—Anya (Spy × Family), Aoba (New Game!), La Brava (My Hero Academia), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her at Zenkaikon!
You may know her from one of her many roles—Anya (Spy × Family), Aoba (New Game!), La Brava (My Hero Academia), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her at Zenkaikon!
11/7-11/8/2009: Zenkaikon was held at the Radisson Valley Forge Hotel in King of Prussia PA! The guest list was packed with 3 bands, Johnny Yong Bosch and Robert Axelrod, Robotech Convention Tour, live martial arts demos and much more.#20thanniversary #zenkaikon
November 7, 2025 at 8:15 PM
11/7-11/8/2009: Zenkaikon was held at the Radisson Valley Forge Hotel in King of Prussia PA! The guest list was packed with 3 bands, Johnny Yong Bosch and Robert Axelrod, Robotech Convention Tour, live martial arts demos and much more.#20thanniversary #zenkaikon
We're thrilled to announce that @nvansistine.bsky.social will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know her from one of her many roles—Yor (Spy X Family), Star and Stripe (MHA), Serval (Honkai Star Rail), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her! Grab your badge now!
You may know her from one of her many roles—Yor (Spy X Family), Star and Stripe (MHA), Serval (Honkai Star Rail), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her! Grab your badge now!
November 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We're thrilled to announce that @nvansistine.bsky.social will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know her from one of her many roles—Yor (Spy X Family), Star and Stripe (MHA), Serval (Honkai Star Rail), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her! Grab your badge now!
You may know her from one of her many roles—Yor (Spy X Family), Star and Stripe (MHA), Serval (Honkai Star Rail), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet her! Grab your badge now!
10/28/2006: The first Zenkaikon was held in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania! The staff of Kosaikon and Zentrancon united to build a larger anime and fandom convention in the Philadelphia area. We are still going strong to this day- join us for our 20th Anniversary in 2026! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
October 28, 2025 at 7:15 PM
10/28/2006: The first Zenkaikon was held in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania! The staff of Kosaikon and Zentrancon united to build a larger anime and fandom convention in the Philadelphia area. We are still going strong to this day- join us for our 20th Anniversary in 2026! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
The Official Zenkaikon Ribbon Game group order is now live! If you'd like to order ribbons for Zenkaikon 2026, submit your order now! Please make sure to read the instructions carefully because the ordering process has changed from last year. Send any questions to ribbons@zenkaikon.org.
October 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The Official Zenkaikon Ribbon Game group order is now live! If you'd like to order ribbons for Zenkaikon 2026, submit your order now! Please make sure to read the instructions carefully because the ordering process has changed from last year. Send any questions to ribbons@zenkaikon.org.
We’re thrilled to welcome Hylian Cream as a Cosplay Guest for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026!
A Master-level crafter & performance-focused cosplayer, she’s bringing her award-winning talent and sewing expertise to Lancaster! 🧵
🪪 Get your badge: buff.ly/LHKnPPT
A Master-level crafter & performance-focused cosplayer, she’s bringing her award-winning talent and sewing expertise to Lancaster! 🧵
🪪 Get your badge: buff.ly/LHKnPPT
October 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome Hylian Cream as a Cosplay Guest for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026!
A Master-level crafter & performance-focused cosplayer, she’s bringing her award-winning talent and sewing expertise to Lancaster! 🧵
🪪 Get your badge: buff.ly/LHKnPPT
A Master-level crafter & performance-focused cosplayer, she’s bringing her award-winning talent and sewing expertise to Lancaster! 🧵
🪪 Get your badge: buff.ly/LHKnPPT
Programming Application is now live! If you want to lead a program (panel, workshop, etc.) at Zenkaikon 2026, please apply now! The programming application will close at 11:59 PM Eastern time, on Dec 01, 2025. Check out the application live on Eventeny: buff.ly/1izG2SA!
October 17, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Programming Application is now live! If you want to lead a program (panel, workshop, etc.) at Zenkaikon 2026, please apply now! The programming application will close at 11:59 PM Eastern time, on Dec 01, 2025. Check out the application live on Eventeny: buff.ly/1izG2SA!
20 years ago today, Zentrancon was held at the UPenn Rotunda in Philly — 1 of the 2 events that would later merge to become Zenkaikon.
With ~365 attendees and guest Corinne Orr (Trixie of Speed Racer 🏎️), Zentrancon helped lay the foundation for the convention we know today. 💫
With ~365 attendees and guest Corinne Orr (Trixie of Speed Racer 🏎️), Zentrancon helped lay the foundation for the convention we know today. 💫
October 16, 2025 at 2:05 PM
20 years ago today, Zentrancon was held at the UPenn Rotunda in Philly — 1 of the 2 events that would later merge to become Zenkaikon.
With ~365 attendees and guest Corinne Orr (Trixie of Speed Racer 🏎️), Zentrancon helped lay the foundation for the convention we know today. 💫
With ~365 attendees and guest Corinne Orr (Trixie of Speed Racer 🏎️), Zentrancon helped lay the foundation for the convention we know today. 💫
We're thrilled to announce that Lisa Reimold (@lisareimoldva.com) will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know her from one of her many roles—Aira (DANDADAN), Ivy (Lackadaisy), Framme (Fire Emblem), and many more!
Don't miss your opportunity to meet her! buff.ly/LHKnPPT
You may know her from one of her many roles—Aira (DANDADAN), Ivy (Lackadaisy), Framme (Fire Emblem), and many more!
Don't miss your opportunity to meet her! buff.ly/LHKnPPT
October 15, 2025 at 2:02 PM
We're thrilled to announce that Lisa Reimold (@lisareimoldva.com) will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know her from one of her many roles—Aira (DANDADAN), Ivy (Lackadaisy), Framme (Fire Emblem), and many more!
Don't miss your opportunity to meet her! buff.ly/LHKnPPT
You may know her from one of her many roles—Aira (DANDADAN), Ivy (Lackadaisy), Framme (Fire Emblem), and many more!
Don't miss your opportunity to meet her! buff.ly/LHKnPPT
#Zenkaikon2026 is thrilled to announce that Emi Lo (@kitsunesqueak.bsky.social) will be coming back to join us for our 20th. You may know them from one of their many roles—Lucy (Cyberpunk), Maomao (Apothecary Diaries), Ruan Mei (Honkai), Rena (Higurashi), Rinku (D4DJ), and many more!
October 7, 2025 at 2:15 PM
#Zenkaikon2026 is thrilled to announce that Emi Lo (@kitsunesqueak.bsky.social) will be coming back to join us for our 20th. You may know them from one of their many roles—Lucy (Cyberpunk), Maomao (Apothecary Diaries), Ruan Mei (Honkai), Rena (Higurashi), Rinku (D4DJ), and many more!
Last Chance! The Artists Alley application closes today at 11:59 PM. Don't delay, and apply now to have an opportunity to showcase your artwork in our Exhibit Hall!
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October 6, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Last Chance! The Artists Alley application closes today at 11:59 PM. Don't delay, and apply now to have an opportunity to showcase your artwork in our Exhibit Hall!
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➡️ buff.ly/iX90TVO
Today's the final day for Exhibitor/Vendors App submissions! Closing tonight at 11:59 PM. Don't miss your chance to be part of our Exhibit Hall, submit an app now!
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October 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Today's the final day for Exhibitor/Vendors App submissions! Closing tonight at 11:59 PM. Don't miss your chance to be part of our Exhibit Hall, submit an app now!
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The Artists Alley application closes Monday, October 6th, at 11:59 PM. Apply now to have an opportunity to showcase your artwork in our Exhibit Hall!
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October 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Artists Alley application closes Monday, October 6th, at 11:59 PM. Apply now to have an opportunity to showcase your artwork in our Exhibit Hall!
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The Zenkaikon 2026 Exhibitor/Vendors App closes on Monday! Don't miss your chance to be part of our Exhibit Hall, submit an app now!
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October 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The Zenkaikon 2026 Exhibitor/Vendors App closes on Monday! Don't miss your chance to be part of our Exhibit Hall, submit an app now!
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➡️ buff.ly/zaoOomx
We're thrilled to announce that Phil LaMarr (@phillamarr.bsky.social) will be joining us for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know him from one of his many roles—Hermes (Futurama), Samurai Jack, Green Lantern (JLU), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him at Zenkaikon!
You may know him from one of his many roles—Hermes (Futurama), Samurai Jack, Green Lantern (JLU), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him at Zenkaikon!
September 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We're thrilled to announce that Phil LaMarr (@phillamarr.bsky.social) will be joining us for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know him from one of his many roles—Hermes (Futurama), Samurai Jack, Green Lantern (JLU), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him at Zenkaikon!
You may know him from one of his many roles—Hermes (Futurama), Samurai Jack, Green Lantern (JLU), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him at Zenkaikon!
The Artists' Alley application is now open! Bring your creativity and hard work to the thousands of Zenkaikon attendees. The app will remain open until Monday, October 6th, at 11:59 PM. Fill out your application now to showcase your artwork in our Exhibit Hall! buff.ly/o6v5sZ3
September 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
The Artists' Alley application is now open! Bring your creativity and hard work to the thousands of Zenkaikon attendees. The app will remain open until Monday, October 6th, at 11:59 PM. Fill out your application now to showcase your artwork in our Exhibit Hall! buff.ly/o6v5sZ3
Are you ready to bring your unique and diverse talent to Zenkaikon? Tomorrow, Friday, September 26th, our Artist Alley application opens! The app will remain open until Monday, October 6th, at 11:59 PM. Fill out the application to showcase your creativity in our Exhibit Hall!
September 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Are you ready to bring your unique and diverse talent to Zenkaikon? Tomorrow, Friday, September 26th, our Artist Alley application opens! The app will remain open until Monday, October 6th, at 11:59 PM. Fill out the application to showcase your creativity in our Exhibit Hall!
The Zenkaikon 2026 Exhibitors app (formerly known as Dealers App) is now officially open! Don't miss out and submit your application today. Artists application will be coming soon! buff.ly/DiJxd6J
September 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The Zenkaikon 2026 Exhibitors app (formerly known as Dealers App) is now officially open! Don't miss out and submit your application today. Artists application will be coming soon! buff.ly/DiJxd6J