Anime Conventions
Anime-ZAP!
in Peoria, IL www.animezapcon.comAnime-ZAP! first happened with just three days of planning - it was literally the first 'instant' anime con. Now it's grown to be the largest winter anime event in Illinois.
Anime-SPARK!
February 17-19 in Cedar Rapids, IA www.animespark.orgAnime-SPARK! is a mini-con brought to give local Iowa fans a fun place to gather, cosplay, and meet a couple interesting voice actors.
QC Anime-zing!
June 1-3, 2012 in Davenport, IA www.qcanimezing.comAnime-zing! is the first anime convention brought to the Quad Cities region, and its focus on building a fun local community is unmatched.
- Halloween Ball - Every Halloween, Anime-zing hosts an anime costume dance party.
AniMinneapolis
June 29 - July 1, 2012 in Minneapolis, MN www.animinneapolis.comAniMinneapolis is an annual anime convention happening in Minneapolis, which brought together over 1200 fans in the first year.
Anime Midwest
July 6-8, 2012 in Lisle, IL www.animemidwest.comAnime Midwest is famous for having the most amazing guests to ever come to the same con, and this year it moves closer to the heart of Chicago.
Meta Con
August 31 - September 2, 2012 in Minneapolis, MN www.metaconvention.comMeta Con is a general geek and nerd-life convention happening in Minneapolis in 2012.
About The Conventions
Even though every convention we host is very unique, we are very proud that every convention we organize is held to a high standard. Every last convention includes friendly, dedicated staff, a rave dance with lasers, lights, and lots of bass, a formal ball with professional instructors, and dozens of high-energy, interactive panels and presentations.
We treat every convention like it's supposed to be the best weekend of your entire year, so we never skip the details. Every convention is still unique, with it's own flavor and style. Anime-ZAP!, for example, is a smaller event (500ish people and two day long) that focuses on making new friends, while AniMinneapolis mixes in Nerdcore rap music with awesome voice actors. Every con in special, and every con is the best con it can be. Every year the conventions add new events, guests, and experiences, so you're encouraged to attend as many as you can!
We treat every convention like it's supposed to be the best weekend of your entire year, so we never skip the details. Every convention is still unique, with it's own flavor and style. Anime-ZAP!, for example, is a smaller event (500ish people and two day long) that focuses on making new friends, while AniMinneapolis mixes in Nerdcore rap music with awesome voice actors. Every con in special, and every con is the best con it can be. Every year the conventions add new events, guests, and experiences, so you're encouraged to attend as many as you can!