NotableOFFICIALSpecial screenings · Anime film
Demon Slayer schedules a week of BESTIA and IMAX screenings in Ikebukuro
The programme celebrates the opening of ufotable CHARACTERS Cafe Ikebukuro in Tokyo, Japan.
Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro will screen Mugen Train in BESTIA with Dolby Atmos and Infinity Castle Chapter One in its expanded 1.43:1 IMAX version once daily from August 21–27. Online sales begin three days before each showing for eligible members and two days before for the general public.
Why it mattersThe limited run restores premium versions of two Demon Slayer films and gives Tokyo fans concrete advance-purchase rules.
NotableOFFICIALFan event · Collectible card game
Magic: The Gathering | Marvel Super Heroes opens public D23 play events and limited promos in Anaheim
The Magic crossover’s D23 programme combines learn-to-play sessions, multiplayer formats, artist signings, and convention merchandise.
Open-to-all play runs August 13 and 14 from 5 to 11 p.m. at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Anaheim, California, United States, without requiring a D23 badge. D23 attendees can also buy a Shuri promo with its playmat and receive a Command Tower promo after a $100 booth purchase while supplies last.
Why it mattersThe exact access rules distinguish the public off-site play from badge-only convention offers and give collectors immediate deadlines.
NotableOFFICIALConvention · Doujinshi and cosplay
Comic Market 108 opens with paid entry and completely different circles each day
Comic Market is Japan’s large fan-publishing marketplace for doujinshi, cosplay, and independent creative circles.
C108 runs August 15–16 at Tokyo Big Sight in Tokyo, Japan. Every attendee needs a ticket or wristband, early-entry tickets are sold out, and only afternoon wristbands are planned for limited on-site sale after 12:30; genres and circles change completely between the two days.
Why it mattersThe daily turnover and strict access rules make advance planning essential for fans seeking particular creators or genres.
NotableREPORTEDAnniversary screenings · Anime
Bungo Stray Dogs schedules three anniversary cast screenings in Tokyo
Bungo Stray Dogs is marking ten years of television animation with screenings of earlier story arcs and cast discussions.
Marunouchi Piccadilly in Tokyo, Japan, will host Dark Era on September 5, Fifteen on October 18, and the Armed Detective Agency’s founding story on November 21, each with announced voice-actor guests. A ticket lottery runs August 14–30 before general sales begin September 1.
Why it mattersThe dates give fans three focused opportunities to revisit formative arcs with their performers, with an immediate ticket deadline.
NotableOFFICIALConvention and concerts · K-pop fan culture
KCON LA opens three days of K-pop performances and fan engagement in Los Angeles
KCON combines K-pop concerts with convention-floor programming, creator activities, and structured fan engagement.
The event runs August 14–16 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California, United States, with nightly M COUNTDOWN shows at Crypto.com Arena. Festival Grounds operate from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with performances, activations, and a Dance Stage that includes artist and Sanrio programming.
Why it mattersThe split venue and daily hours give attendees practical access information for one of the weekend’s largest Korean fan-culture gatherings.
NicheREPORTEDAdvance screening · Anime series
The Detective Is Already Dead Season 2 previews its first two episodes in Tokyo
The Detective Is Already Dead returns for a second anime season on Japanese television in October 2026.
Aeon Cinema Itabashi in Tokyo, Japan, will screen episodes one and two on September 6 at 2:30 p.m., followed by a cast talk with Arata Nagai, Saki Miyashita, Ayana Taketatsu, Kanon Takao, and Saho Shirasu. The ticket lottery runs August 14–31.
Why it mattersThe event gives fans the first public look at the new season and an immediate route into its ticket lottery.
NicheOFFICIALConvention guest · Film commentary
Anime NYC confirms Juju Green as a Thursday guest in New York City
Juju Green, known online as Straw Hat Goofy, creates film commentary and hosts the Get Rec’d podcast.
Anime NYC’s official roster now directly lists Green for Thursday during the August 20–23 convention at the Javits Center in New York City, New York, United States. It does not yet identify a panel, signing, or paid-access schedule.
Why it mattersThe organizer listing resolves an earlier unverified community signal and tells fans which admission day includes his appearance.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Comics, voice acting, and cosplay
ComicCon RS opens a voice-acting, Artist Alley, and cosplay weekend in Porto Alegre
ComicCon RS is a Brazilian pop-culture convention combining comics creators, voice actors, shops, performances, and cosplay.
Direct ticketing and Unisinos confirm the event for August 15 and 16 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Unisinos Campus Porto Alegre in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Named voice actors include Nizo Neto, Nelson Machado, and Analu Pimenta.
Why it mattersThe confirmed venue, access, and guests resolve an earlier evidence gap in time for regional fans to plan the weekend.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Anime, cosplay, and Artist Alley
Another Anime Convention marks its 20th anniversary in Manchester, New Hampshire
Another Anime Convention is a nonprofit New England gathering for anime, Japanese culture, cosplay, artists, and games.
The convention runs August 14–16 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown in Manchester, New Hampshire, United States. Its programme includes panels, workshops, a masquerade, karaoke, games, and more than 100 artists and vendors.
Why it mattersThe milestone return gives the regional community a large participatory weekend rather than a celebrity-only show.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Anime, voice acting, and cosplay
Superstar Anime brings five named voice actors to Virginia Beach
Superstar Anime is a regional convention built around anime performers, Artist Alley, cosplay, games, and audience Q&As.
The event runs August 15 and 16 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. Its current roster lists Xander Mobus, Tony Oliver, David Kaye, Keith Silverstein, and Melissa Fahn.
Why it mattersThe verified lineup gives Mid-Atlantic anime fans a specific weekend opportunity to see performers from several generations of dubbed series and games.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Animation, anime, and cosplay
Animate! Orlando opens three days of animation, cosplay, and late-night programming
Animate! Orlando is GalaxyCon’s animation-focused convention for anime, voice acting, games, and cosplay.
The event runs August 14–16 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, United States. It lists panels, Q&As, video and tabletop gaming, costume contests, and cosplay wrestling, with Friday and Saturday programming extending to 1 a.m.
Why it mattersThe late hours and mix of animation guests and participatory events offer a distinct regional weekend beyond a standard dealer hall.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Comics, gaming, and cosplay
Permian Basin Comic Con X Heatwave opens a new summer fan event in Midland
Heatwave is a new Permian Basin Comic Con X weekend spanning celebrity guests, gaming, trading cards, cosplay, live performance, and vendors.
The event runs August 15 and 16 at Midland Horseshoe Arena in Midland, Texas, United States. Official hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Why it mattersThe new format gives West Texas fandom communities a broad regional convention with confirmed hours and venue access.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · VTubers and artist market
Oshi Con opens a VTuber fan market and limited meet-and-greets in Makati
Oshi Con is a Philippine convention built around VTuber performances, communities, and fan-created work.
The event runs August 15–16 at SPACE at One Ayala in Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines. Admission includes stage programming and an art market, while free VTuber meetings use first-come, first-served lines capped at 20 slots per guest with limited VIP priority places.
Why it mattersThe capacity rules tell attendees exactly how constrained the free meetings are before they travel or queue.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Screen guests, comics, and cosplay
Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con brings screen guests and comics artists to Pasco
The Washington convention combines actors, comics and animation artists, cosplay, games, vendors, and community programming.
It runs August 15 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at HAPO Center in Pasco, Washington, United States. The current roster includes Sean Gunn, Scott Patterson, Reb Brown, and Kelli Maroney, although Gunn’s appearance remains subject to filming and travel.
Why it mattersThe roster and contingency notice give regional fans both a concrete guest draw and an honest reason to recheck before travelling.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Comics and original creators
Comic Market Brasil opens a 60-table original-comics market in São Paulo
Comic Market Brasil connects Brazilian comics creators with readers, publishers, investors, and professional development.
The event runs August 15–16 at FAPCOM in São Paulo, São Paulo state, Brazil. Its artist area reserves 60 tables for original work, alongside portfolio reviews, a comics-business pitch round, master classes, animation screenings, and an exhibition honoring artist Ely Barbosa.
Why it mattersThe structure gives independent creators both a direct sales floor and routes toward professional feedback and investment.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Anime, cosplay, and creative arts
AnimeCom Fest brings cosplay, animation, and creator programming to Kingston
AnimeCom Fest is a Caribbean convention for anime, popular culture, and creative arts.
The festival runs August 15–16 at the National Arena in Kingston, Jamaica, with cosplay competitions and meetups, the TAVIA animation awards, a live digital-art battle, K-pop, game-development activities, panels, and esports.
Why it mattersThe programme gives Caribbean creators and fandom communities a broad regional showcase that combines art, performance, and game development.
NicheOFFICIALCollector event · Cards, figures, manga, and comics
ICONS opens a European cards, figures, manga, and comics market in Alicante
ICONS brings multiple collector categories together in a single ticketed event for visitors and sellers.
The event runs August 15 and 16 at IFA in Alicante, Valencian Community, Spain. Its official page lists trading and sports cards, diecast models, figures, dolls, manga, and Western comics, with visitor and seller tickets available.
Why it mattersThe mixed format gives European collectors a focused weekend for categories that are often split across separate fairs.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Comics and independent creators
Comics Assemble stages a creator-led convention in Gloucester
Comics Assemble describes itself as a democratic comic convention focused on creators, their work, and the community.
The one-day event takes place August 15 at Gloucester Leisure Centre in Gloucester, England, United Kingdom. Featured guests include Jim Zub, Sabine Rich, Peter Hogan, and Lew Stringer, alongside 100 exhibitor tables.
Why it mattersIts creator-first structure gives readers direct access to mainstream and independent comics professionals without centring celebrity media guests.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Anime, cosplay, and gaming
Kitacon opens a nonprofit anime and cosplay weekend in Coventry
Kitacon is a UK nonprofit convention focused on Japanese media, anime, cosplay, video games, and community participation.
The event runs August 14–16 at the University of Warwick in Coventry, England, United Kingdom. Advance ticket sales are closed, and the organizer has published official daily cosplay-planning templates for attendees.
Why it mattersThe event offers a community-run alternative to commercial expos while the closed advance sale is practical information for anyone considering attendance.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Anime, cosplay, and independent artists
Chibi-Con opens its fifth community anime convention in Winterthur
Chibi-Con is a Swiss community convention for anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, workshops, and independent artists.
The fifth edition runs August 15–16 at MZA Teuchelweiher in Winterthur, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. Its live page links the 2026 programme booklet and keeps family workshops and creator accreditation available.
Why it mattersThe published programme and registrations give Swiss fans a practical entry point into a deliberately small, community-oriented weekend.
NicheREPORTEDFestival · Japanese culture and cosplay
Sakura Matsuri Ibiúna offers a free Japanese-culture and cosplay weekend
The second Sakura Matsuri combines Japanese food and performance with a cosplay contest and exhibitor bazaar.
A regional culture report places the free festival on August 15 and 16 at CCEI in Ibiúna, São Paulo state, Brazil, with free parking. Advertised hours are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Why it mattersThe service details give São Paulo-area fans a no-cost regional option with unusually long Saturday hours.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Anime, gaming, and cosplay
Arise Con opens an anime, gaming, and cosplay weekend in Las Vegas
Arise Con is a Las Vegas fan event spanning anime, video games, cosplay, K-pop, and community panels.
The convention runs August 15–16 in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Its official site provides live ticketing, a full schedule, guest listings, floor plans, and dedicated cosplay and K-pop competitions.
Why it mattersThe event gives Las Vegas anime and cosplay communities an organized meeting point with a practical programme already available.
NicheOFFICIALConvention · Cosplay and collectibles
Long Island Tropic Con opens a cosplay and collectibles weekend in Hauppauge
Long Island Tropic Con is a regional pop-culture event for cosplay, Artist Alley, collectibles, guests, and panels.
The convention runs August 15–16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Hyatt Regency Long Island in Hauppauge, New York, United States. Its programme includes an Artist Alley and a cosplay championship with handmade-costume requirements.
Why it mattersThe published hours and competition rules give Long Island cosplayers and artists concrete information for the weekend.