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May 28 - 31, 2026

Colorado Convention Center

FAN EXPO Denver

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ANIME AFTER DARK

Level up your FAN EXPO Denver experience with Anime After Dark, an after-hours anime extravaganza. Voice actors from your fave anime will be coming to the show exclusively for this event. Meet them for autographs, dance your heart out to K-pop beats, and show off your look at one of our cosplay events. The event is completely free with your Friday/Saturday, 4-Day, Ultimate Fan or VIP pass.

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TWO NIGHTS, ENDLESS ANIME


ANIME AFTER DARK: K-POP FRIDAY

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | E Concourse
Kick off Anime After Dark with K-Pop Friday. Immerse yourself in pulsating K-pop beats spun by live DJs, join spontaneous dance plays, showcase your vocals at karaoke, and challenge friends in our authentic Japanese Arcade. Meet event-exclusive anime voice actors while connecting with fellow enthusiasts in an atmosphere buzzing with ultimate 'Otaku' energy.


ANIME AFTER DARK: REMIX SATURDAY

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | E Concourse

Immerse yourself in anime culture on Remix Saturday. Meet an exclusive lineup of anime voice actors appearing only at Anime After Dark while DJs blend your favorite 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

ONLY AVAILABLE FRIDAY, JULY 4, AND SATURDAY, JULY 5

IAN JAMES CORLETT

BRIAN DONOVAN

DAVID SOBOLOV

JOSH MARTIN

JOSHUA SETH

JILLIAN MICHAELS

MICHAEL YURCHAK

NEIL KAPLAN

PAUL ST. PETER

PHIL PARSONS

SEAN HENNIGAN

DOKI DOKI NIGHT: AFTER DARK FESTIVITIES

MEET ANIME VOICE ACTORS

Looking to snag more autographs from your faves? Be sure to meet our Anime After Dark guests. This is your unique chance to meet the voices behind iconic characters that aren't appearing at any other time during FAN EXPO Denver.

NERDLESQUE: ANIME EDITION

Friday, July 4 at 7:30 PM in Mile High 4E-F

Late-night fun begins at the Nerdlesque: Anime Edition. Catch dynamic performances, thrilling dancing moves, and fan-inspired fun.

ANIME OVERDRIVE - A COSPLAY CABARET

Saturday, July 5 at 7:30 PM in Theater #3

Step into Circus Foundry's Anime Overdrive, where your favorite anime characters leap from screen to stage through gravity-defying aerial acts, LED prop battles, and jaw-dropping circus artistry. This immersive anime-themed circus cabaret blends cosplay with high-flying stunts for an unforgettable celebration of fandom that's as bold and colorful as your favorite anime series.

COSPLAY KARAOKE

Get your vocals warmed up and your cosplay ready—Karaoke Night is back. Whether you’re dressed as your favorite anime character or just here to belt your heart out, the mic is yours.

LATE-NIGHT ARCADE

Level up your night with our Late-Night Japanese Arcade. Challenge your friends, conquer classic games, and revel in some after-hours fun. Whether you're a casual gamer or a pro, this is your space to play.

HIT THE DANCE FLOOR

Get ready to groove to DJ beats at our Anime After Dark dance session. Turn up the beats, unleash your inner otaku, and dance the night away with your fellow anime fans.

GRAB A DRINK

Elevate your evening with a visit to our bar cart. Enjoy a selection of delightful beverages perfectly paired with the night’s festivities. Secure your wristband, choose your drink, and toast to an enchanting night. Exclusively for guests 21+ with a valid ID.