ANIME ATTRACTIONS

It’s time to get transported into the world of your fave anime by meeting the voice actors behind the characters you know and love.

Anime voice actors are on the loose and ready to answer your questions, tell their stories, and more at our Q&A panels. Plus, don’t miss our fan-led anime panels where we’ll dive into the nitty gritty details of your fave shows and debate hot topics.

Karaoke just got a whole lot more kawaii! Join the Maids from Maid Café Mikkusu to belt your heart out at Kawaii Karaoke, where vocalists of all skill levels are invited to put their heart into singing every note.

DATE: Friday, August 16
TIME: 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Anime HQ (Room 12)

FAN EXPO Chicago welcomes attendees to immerse themselves into the energy and excitement of Japanese Idol culture at our very own IdolFest. Whether you're a long time wota or just looking for some great music with positive energy, these performances will have you standing, clapping, and waving your light sticks to the music.

It's time to test your knowledge of Japanese animated films and series with awesome prizes. Who knows? That obscure Anime fact you’ve been sitting on for years could earn you free stuff. See schedule for details.

Japan’s anime aesthetic is coming to life at FAN EXPO Chicago. Stop by Anime HQ where you can hang out and play games, see performances, join meetups, or just chill out to lo-fi beats.

Grab the popcorn, it's movie time. We've partnered up with Asian Pop-Up Cinema for an exclusive screening of INU-OH. Head to Room 13 on Saturday at 10:30 AM to take in the animated rock opera before we discuss the film with Sophia Wong Boccio, APUC's founder.

Anime Music Videos are one of the best ways you can show love for your fave anime. Join us in Room 13 on Saturday at 1:30 PM, or at 5:30 PM, to take in some of the awesome AMVs fans have created over the past few years.

This is for fans of Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia, and more. FAN EXPO Chicago will feature Anime and Manga themed Cosplay Meetups all weekend long. Meet like-minded fans, celebrate all things Anime, and snap a picture to remember. Watch for a schedule of specific fandom meetups closer to showtime.