While most Americans in early July are focused on their 4th of July plans, anime fans and industry professionals gather yearly at the Los Angeles Convention Center to experience North America’s largest anime-themed convention, Anime Expo. The convention is a celebration of the consistently growing international giant that Japanese anime has become
With thousands of hours of programming over the four-day event from July 2-5, Anime Expo offers panels for all types of anime fans, ranging from industry news to education panels. The convention has continued to expand its reach with the event now including the Los Angeles Convention Center, LA Live and Crypto.com Arena. Here are some moments that capture what it was like attending this year’s convention
After four long days of the convention featuring exciting news and making new friendships, Anime Expo 2026 closed its doors. For hundreds of thousands of people, the convention brings together all types of anime fans under the roof of the Los Angeles convention center
