DATES: SEPTEMBER 5 - 6, 2026
Get Ready, San Diego!
Anime San Diego is a new Anime, Cosplay, and Pop Culture Convention is coming to the San Diego Convention Center ON September 5 - 6, 2026! Expect epic cosplay, incredible guests, exclusive panels, and more.
Show Hours & Pre-Registration
Pre-Registration
Friday, September 4, 2026
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Attendees may pick up their badges early during Friday pre-registration.
Please note: Friday pre-registration is for badge pickup only. There will be no vendor hall access on Friday.
Main Hall Show Hours
Saturday, September 5, 2026
VIP / Early Signature Pass Entry: 9:00 AM
General Admission: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, September 6, 2026
VIP / Early Signature Pass Entry: 9:00 AM
General Admission: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Important Early Entry Note
The Early Signature Pass allows early access to the celebrity signing area beginning at 9:00 AM on the day your pass is valid.
The Early Signature Pass is not a general admission ticket and does not replace your event admission. You must also have a valid Anime San Diego admission pass for the same day.
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