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Nov 2, 2024 · Anime Central (ACen) is the largest anime, manga and Japanese popular culture convention in Chicago and the Midwest. Our event is located less than 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, in Rosemont, IL.
Guests and Performers - Anime Central
We invite people such as the Japanese production studios, American entertainment companies, Directors, Animators, Voice Actors, Voice Actresses and other industry guests to appear at Anime Central from both America and Japan.
Attendee Registration - Anime Central
Attendee Membership, Pass and Ticket Details. In order to attend Anime Central, you will need to purchase a MAPS membership through the registration portal. MAPS memberships are your pass to Anime Central and will allow you to access events, programming, Artist Alley and …
About Us - Anime Central
Anime Central (ACen) is the largest anime, manga and Japanese popular culture convention in Chicago and the Midwest. ACen happens once a year in the Spring (around April or May) less than 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, in Rosemont, IL.
Convention Schedule - Anime Central
Convention Schedule. Typically, our convention schedule is released a week or two before the convention in May. When the full schedule is released, you’ll be able to view it online or through our guide on the Guidebook app.
New Updates - Anime Central
Anime Central is the largest anime and manga convention in the Midwest United States. New updates for our upcoming events can be found here.
Retailers - Anime Central
Nov 1, 2024 · Anime Central’s Retailer Hall is filled with vendors selling various anime inspired merchandise. Whether you are looking for anime, apparel, figures, or merchandise straight from Japan, our retailers carry a wide variety of products.
Convention Maps - Anime Central
To give you an idea a better idea of all the ground you may cover over the course of Anime Central, below is a map of our function spaces. Our function spaces are split between two locations: the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, and the Hyatt Regency O’Hare.
Hotels - Anime Central
There are many accommodations available in the Rosemont area to consider for Anime Central. We partner with hotels in the area to offer exclusive discounts for Anime Central attendees. Amenities may vary based on hotel.
Anime Central Online - Anime Central
Our ACen online 2021 digital merchandise for Animal Crossing: New Horizons is still available. Anime Central Online will host community events throughout the year.