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Anime fans, it’s time to start planning your trip to New York!
Anime NYC 2026 is gearing up to be its biggest and most immersive event yet, taking over the Javits Center from August 20–23, 2026 with an incredible lineup of exclusive premieres, celebrity guests, concerts, cosplay, gaming, and unforgettable fan experiences.
With more than 150,000 attendees expected, Anime NYC continues its rise as one of the largest anime conventions in North America, bringing together fans, creators, publishers, voice actors, musicians, and industry giants from across Japan and around the globe.
Netflix, Kagurabachi, and Major Anime Premieres
One of the biggest highlights this year is the East Coast premiere of the highly anticipatedKagurabachianime, where fans will get an exclusive first look at the opening 20 minutes of Episode 1 during the series’ World Tour.
Netflix is also arriving in a big way with an exclusive showcase featuring first looks, sneak peeks, and surprises for:
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2
- SAKAMOTO DAYS Season 2
- LEGO ONE PIECE
- Plus even more upcoming anime projects.
If you’re hoping to be among the first to see what’s next for some of anime’s hottest franchises, Anime NYC is the place to be.
Massive Celebrity Guest Lineup
Anime NYC 2026 has assembled an impressive roster of talent from anime, gaming, live-action adaptations, and music.
Fans can meet stars including:
- Mackenyu (ONE PIECE Netflix Live Action)
- Taz Skylar (ONE PIECE Netflix Live Action)
- Junko Takeuchi (Naruto)
- Yuki Kaji (Attack on Titan, HAIKYU!!)
- Masaya Fukunishi (Kaiju No. 8)
- Tomori Kusunoki (Chainsaw Man)
- Rui Tanabe
- Johnny Yong Bosch
- Maile Flanagan
- Ironmouse
- Japanese music sensation yama
- …and many more.
Whether you’re into shonen action, iconic voice actors, or live-action adaptations, there’s something for every anime fan.
Concerts, Cosplay, Food, and More
Anime NYC isn’t just about panels.
The convention is transforming the Javits Center into a full-scale celebration of Japanese pop culture featuring:
- Destination Cosplay
- The Japanese Food Hall
- Hundreds of exhibitors
- A massive Artist Alley
- Play NYC indie gaming experiences
- The return of the American Manga Awards
- The Ani Mode Cosplay Walk
- Incredible live concerts throughout the weekend
Music fans won’t want to miss yama’s first-ever East Coast concert, while Ironmouse returns with the separately ticketed Club Ironmouse kickoff concert on Thursday night.
New Family Zone and Industry Events
Anime NYC is also expanding in 2026 with several brand-new experiences.
Families can enjoy the debut of the Family Zone presented by Scholastic, designed to introduce younger fans to the world of anime and manga through interactive activities and family-friendly programming.
Industry professionals will also have a new opportunity to connect through the inaugural Anime NYC x X-Tracks Licensing Summit, further cementing Anime NYC’s growing influence within the global anime business.
Biggest Panels You Won’t Want to Miss
The four-day event is packed with can’t-miss programming.
- Netflix’s exclusive anime showcase
- Spotlight panel with Mackenyu and Taz Skylar
- Kaiju No. 8 special panel featuring live dubbing
- East Coast premiere of Kagurabachi
- HAIKYU!! celebration with Yuki Kaji
- HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE! fan meeting
- Bryce Papenbrook and Cristina Vee voice actor spotlight
- Big Apple Idol Fest debut
Anime NYC Continues to Level Up
“Anime NYC has always been a celebration of the global anime community, and this year we’re proud to deliver our largest event ever,” said Event Director MK Goodwin. “Anime is one of the fastest-growing entertainment markets in the world, and this year’s lineup truly reflects it.”
With blockbuster premieres, exclusive celebrity appearances, unforgettable concerts, cosplay, gaming, and countless opportunities to celebrate anime culture, Anime NYC 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest anime events anywhere in the world.
If you’re an anime fan, this is one convention you won’t want to miss.
Anime NYC takes place August 20–23, 2026 at the Javits Center in New York City. Limited 4-Day, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday badges are still available, so if you’re planning to attend, now is the time to grab yours before they disappear.
