ANIME ATTRACTIONS

The voices behind the characters you love are ready to meet you IRL. Grab your pen and practice your pose because they’re ready to sign autographs and take photos with you.

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Saturday, September 12 from 7–10 PM | Lower Lobby C

Keep the party going after the show floor closes at Anime After Dark. Celebrate everything anime with an evening packed with special guests you can only see after the show closes, anime-inspired entertainment, music, cosplay, and more. Whether you’re showing off your latest cosplay, meeting fellow fans, or dancing the night away, this is the perfect way to keep your FAN EXPO Dallas Saturday going. Best of all, it’s completely free with your Saturday, 3-Day, Ultimate Fan, and VIP passes.

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Saturday, September 12 from 7–8:30 PM | Room C141

Kick off Anime After Dark with an epic glow party hosted by Fun’N Free Bingo. Enjoy anime-themed music bingo, synchronized glow bracelets that light up the room, interactive party challenges, and chances to win fun prizes throughout the night. Wear your glow bracelet, join the games, and celebrate an unforgettable evening of anime, music, lights, and community.

Happening All Weekend | Room C150

Come live your super-kawaii anime dreams at Dreamland Maid Café. Enjoy food, drinks, live performances, photo ops, and more, all inspired by the cafés of Japan’s Electric Town, Akihabara. Have your meal served by the Maids, cast a magical power-up spell, and experience the DreamLIVE! idol showcase. Your $16 entry includes a one-hour seating, table-side entertainment, photo opportunities, and a souvenir. Food, beverages, and merchandise are sold separately. All ages are welcome.

The music is pumping, the penlights are shining, and the spotlight is ready. IdolFest brings kaigai idols and idol groups together for a high-energy celebration packed with dazzling choreography, crowd-pumping performances, and infectious pop idol spirit. Cheer your heart out during the concert, then keep the excitement going at the IdolFest Meet & Greet in Anime HQ.

Fandom shifts into high gear at our Itasha Showcase. Get an up-close look at vehicles transformed into rolling works of art featuring characters from anime, manga, video games, comics, sci-fi, and more. Combining otaku passion with automotive creativity, these eye-catching rides take geek culture out of the garage and put it in the spotlight.

Ready to step behind the mic? Learn what it takes to bring your fave characters to life through educational seminars led by professional voice actors. Then, put your skills to the test and record in a working booth with professional-grade audio equipment. Let's see what you've got.

Bring your imagination to life with The Anime Institute of Texas. This hands-on workshop is all about learning the fundamentals of character design as you create your very own kaiju. Whether you’re picking up a pencil for the first time or have already filled sketchbooks with your drawings, this interactive session is for artists of all skill levels. Check the schedule closer to the show for session details.

Anime HQ is the ultimate destination for nonstop anime fun. Sing your heart out at karaoke, show off your moves during a K-pop Random Play Dance, catch exciting AMV screenings, strike a pose during Cosplay Meetups, and connect with fellow fans who love anime, manga, and otaku culture as much as you do.

Find your fellow demons, students, and ninjas for the best group shot at one of our Anime Cosplay Meetups. Meetups will be happening all weekend long, so check out the schedule closer to the show to see when your fave fandom is gathering.

Friday, September 11 at 7:30 PM | Room C146

Ready for some paranormal mayhem? Catch an exclusive screening of Episodes 1–3 of DAN DA DAN Season 1, presented in English dub. If you're in need of a new show to binge or looking to rewatch all over again, grab a seat Friday night and get ready to watch two schoolmates encounter ghosts, aliens, and new powers.

Get crafty with TuTugether in this interactive decoden activity. Customize your own creation using the colorful, over-the-top Japanese decorating style and take home your finished piece as a souvenir. Participation is first-come, first-served while supplies last, so check the schedule closer to the show for session details.

Ikimashou! Anime events are happening all weekend long with workshops, parties, photo ops, dances, and more. Check out the schedule closer to the show to get the full list.

Want to know all the secrets and stories behind the anime you love? Hear from your faves at our anime panels and get the scoop.

Happening all weekend | Room C144

Join us for a one-of-a-kind bingo experience where every game helps bring your imagination to life. Collect pieces to build everything from spaceships and giant mecha to hero academies, anime cities, and more. It’s creative, interactive, and completely free for all fans.