Reviewed by: Lacey Muenstermann
Anime + video game lovers: 5 reasons you can’t miss Kami-Con’s new Huntsville Anime Invasion Oct 4-6
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After several years in Birmingham, Kami-Con anime and video game convention is coming to Huntsville!
Keep reading to see what fun events are packed into this 3-day event, including cosplay, celebrities, vendors + more.
Plus, see what a local has to say about why he loves Kami-Con.
What to expect from Kami-Con: Huntsville Anime Invasion
1. Your niche cosplay will be appreciated (+ win you prizes)
Now is the time to go all out with your cosplay. (Bham Now)
Show off your cosplay talent and rep your favorite characters in a crowd who gets it. Plus, enter to win cash prizes in the cosplay contents.
We talked to one local, Matt, who attended last year. He says that the elaborate, detailed cosplay is one thing he looks forward to the most at Kami-Con: HAI.
“I get really excited for the cosplay, specifically the quality. You can really tell that people put hours and hours—and sometimes even thousands of dollars—into making super realistic costumes.
It’s especially fun to see how people bring my favorite characters to life or put a little bit of themselves in the costume.”
Matt Gentile, Huntsville resident
2. You can see celebrity anime + video game actors IRL
Put a face to the voice—here are just a few of the star-studded guests appearing at Kami-Con:
- JUST ANNOUNCED | Ricco Fajardo: Mirio Togata “Lemillion” (My Hero Academia)
- Wendee Lee: Faye Valentine (Cowboy Bebop), Yoruichi Shihounin (Bleach)
- Grey Delisle: Azula (Avatar the Last Airbender)
- Samantha Be’art: Karlach (Baldurs Gate 3)
- Sandy Fox: Chibi Usa/Dark Lady (Sailor Moon Original)
- Briana White + Britt Baron: Aerith + Tifa (Final Fantasy VII)
- Shannon Chan-Ken: Misa (Death Note)
- Lindsey Jones: Ruby (RWBY Group)
3. You’ll be entertained with live concerts + a Vocaloid performance
Catch a few live performances and dance parties throughout the weekend including an Anime-themed rave and a high-tech holographic show.
- Mystery Skulls: dance/electro-soul act
- Kazha: iTunes top-charting Japanese classic + heavy metal band
- Rob Roman: electrifying Anime/Nerdy Rave DJ party | Saturday Night
- Vocaloid Concert: a 3DCG Holographic performance by SRP Productions
- Surprise! WWE’s Matt Riddle is also making an appearance with a wrestling performance
4. You can bond with others over video + table-top games + more
In between cosplay contests and live performances, keep yourself busy at multiple video game stations throughout the venue. Enjoy arcade machines plus a room dedicated to table-top gaming.
More fun showcases include:
5. You can shop countless passionate art vendors
Kami-Con will feature a packed vendor room and curated artist alley showcasing hand-made art and memorabilia from all your favorite shows and games.
“I appreciate the vendor portion where you can see people’s passion for anime and the culture shine through their art.
I always spend hours strolling through the vendors and admiring the super detailed art. It’s fun to share the culture I love and to be around people that also really love it.”
Matt Gentile, Huntsville resident
All this + more for only $55
Kami-Con was founded by an anime lover, for anime lovers. There’s everything you could want, and more.
- What: Kami-Con anime + video game convention
- Where: Von Braun Center
- When: October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Tickets: $55 3-Day Weekend Pass
- Friday (Single Day): $35
- Saturday (Single Day): $40
- Sunday (Single Day): $35
- Note: Single Day passes are available for purchase day-of online or at walk-in registration
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“Everyone is very passionate about the culture and I am too, so that’s why I like being there.”
Matt Gentile, Huntsville resident
Enter to win 4 Kami-Con: HAI weekend passes
Don’t miss out on the fun at Kami-Con in Huntsville, October 4-6. Get your tickets now!
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