November 28 - 30, 2025

Moscone Center West

FAN EXPO San Francisco

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ANIME ATTRACTIONS

Get ready to POWER UP and see a ton of your fave characters at the show. Sign up to the e-newsletter for Super Saiyan-charged anime updates.

MEET YOUR FAVORITE ANIME VOICE ACTORS

Meet some of the biggest names in anime, like Brandon McInnis from My Hero Academia, Cristina Vee from Sailor Moon, Stephanie Sheh from Naruto, and many more.

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ANIME AFTER DARK

Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29

Experience the ultimate anime celebration at Anime After Dark. Two nights. One epic after-hours hangout. Join us Friday and Saturday for DJs, karaoke, late-night arcade games, cosplay moments, and appearances from anime voice actors who are coming to the show exclusively for this event.

Entry is included with your Friday, Saturday, 3-Day, VIP, or Ultimate badge.

ANIME PANELS

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.

ANIME HQ

Your one-stop spot for all things anime. Stop by the Anime HQ, where you can hang out, play games, see performances, join meetups, chill out to lo-fi beats, or channel your inner idol with friends as you participate in K-Pop dancing.

IDOLFEST

Immerse yourself in the energy and excitement of Japanese Idol culture at FAN EXPO San Francisco's 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.

SHIN GODZILLA SCREENING

Don’t miss everyone's favorite kaiju at our Special Screening of Shin Godzilla on Friday, November 28. Experience Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi's iconic 2016 reimagining of the King of Monsters as he suddenly appears in Tokyo with fellow fans at FAN EXPO. Time and location to be confirmed when schedule is released.

OTAKU ONGAKU PERFORMANCE

Three, two, one, let's jam! Otaku Ongaku are performing live at FAN EXPO San Francisco, and bringing their signature moves and anime grooves to Anime After Dark on Friday and Anime HQ on Saturday. Don't miss your chance to hear your fave anime covers live.

SKYE HOSHI: ANIME GIRL SCREENING

Join us for a special screening of Skye Hoshi: Anime Girl, presented by Pure Magic Pictures. When a ruthless anime Syndicate crashes into the real world, Skye Hoshi - an anime girl brought to life - must join forces with her guitar-slinging rival to save reality, and somehow still slay Battle of the Bands. Laser blasting and cosplay chaos await in this live-action sequel to Skye Hoshi: Anime Girl, the ramen-fueled fantasy. Stick around after the screening for a live Q&A with cast and director, giveaways, and limited edition merch.