April 23 - 26, 2026
Stampede Park
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ONE NIGHT OF ENDLESS ANIME
Friday, April 24 | 7-10 PM
Immerse yourself in anime culture on Friday. Meet an exclusive lineup of anime voice actors appearing only at Anime After Dark while our DJ blends your fave anime tracks and viral meme music into unforgettable remixes. Showcase your talent at karaoke, connect with the iconic voices behind your beloved characters, and create lasting memories with fellow fans. This all-ages celebration delivers the ultimate anime experience you won't find anywhere else.
ANIME AFTER DARK GUESTS
ALEX CAZARES
COREY WILDER
DAWN M. BENNETT
ERIK BRAA
GABRIEL WARBURTON
JACLYN THOMAS
MATTHEW DAVID RUDD
NICK WOLFHARD
SHARA KIRBY
TIANA CAMACHO
ANIME AFTER DARK COSPLAY GUESTS
ONLY APPEARING FRIDAY, APRIL 24 FROM 7-10 PM
DELTA CLASS COSPLAY
MYRALOR COSPLAY
SODAPOP COSPLAY
AFTER DARK: OTAKU MODE ACTIVATED
MEET ANIME VOICE ACTORS
Your late-night lineup just got legendary. Meet the Anime After Dark guests and get autographs from the voices behind your fave characters—only appearing during this special event at CALGARY EXPO.
MEET YOUR FAVE COSPLAYERS
Cosplay magic never sleeps. We’re keeping the fandom vibes going after hours with iconic cosplayers at Anime After Dark. Get ready to feel the music and revel in all the cosplay goodness.
ANIME HQ
All weekend in Room 214
Where the vibes are smooth and the beats never miss. Step into the Anime HQ to party, listen, and celebrate the artists who keep your playlists on repeat.
DREAMLAND LO-FI LOUNGE
7 PM - 10 PM in the Maid Cafe
It might be after hours, but the Café is still open for business. We're dimming the lights and transforming the Maid Café into a relaxing, groovy lounge with chill Lo-Fi beats. The perfect place to unwind and chat with friends.
DANCE TO THE DJ'S BEATS
Get ready to fell the music at our Anime After Dark dance session. DJ Thugshells is here to turn up the beats, so you can unleash your inner otaku and dance the night away with your fellow anime fans.
LIVE DRAWING WITH COMIC CREATORS
Talented comic creators are here for live drawings, sketching you right into your fave stories. This is your chance to see how you'd fit into the worlds you love. And by professional artists? It's a dream come true.
COSPLAY KARAOKE
7 PM - 9 PM in the Anime HQ
You’ve got your cosplay ready for the audience, now it’s time to pair it with the perfect song. Grab a mic, hit the stage, and get ready to shine for this family friendly karaoke moment.
BOTTOMS UP
Grab a drink at the bar and raise a glass to celebrate your fave anime. Must be 18+ to purchase alcoholic drinks.