Anime Central

Anime Central (ACen) is the largest anime, manga and Japanese popular culture convention in Chicago and the Midwest. The event is located less than 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, in Rosemont, IL. As part of its mission, ACen brings fans together with guests from the Japanese and US sectors of the anime and manga industry, as well as gaming, cinema, and Asian culture personalities. The event includes a huge exhibit hall, a massive video game room, concerts, dances, educational panels and workshops, premiere screenings, autograph sessions, 24-hour video rooms, tabletop gaming and much more. Attendees can attend a dance with 5,000 of their favorite friends, enjoy incredible concerts, or visit the largest artist's alley found in any US anime convention. With an expected visitor count of around 33,000, this event brings together creators and talent who bring beloved anime characters to life.