FanimeCon
San Jose, CA · Arts & Culture
- When
- May 28–31, 2027
- Where
- San Jose McEnery Convention Center · San Jose · CA
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet
One of the largest fan-run anime conventions in the country fills the San Jose McEnery Convention Center each spring with cosplay, industry panels, and an artist alley. It has been held in San Jose since 2004, typically over Memorial Day weekend. (2027 dates approximate.)
The history within reach
- FanimeConsame spot
One of the largest fan-run anime conventions in the country fills the San Jose McEnery Convention Center each spring with cosplay, industry panels, and an artist alley.
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- St. James Park0.7 mi
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