The schedule is subject to update- remember to check back often!
ADMISSIONS DESK HOURS: Friday May 10: 8:00 – 19:00 | Saturday May 11: 8:00 – 19:00 | Sunday May 12: 8:00 – 17:00 * Otafest will only sell tickets at the door if tickets have not sold out online.
EXHIBITOR HALL HOURS: Friday May 10: 10:00 – 19:00 | Saturday May 11: 10:00 – 19:00 | Sunday May 12: 10:00 – 17:00
EVENT RATING GUIDE:
AP: All Ages - This programming is suitable for all ages.
14P: 14+ - This programming is suitable for persons 14 years and older. May include coarse language, violence, nudity and/or content not recommended for a younger audience. Parent/guardian guidance recommended.
MP: Mature - This programming is suitable for patrons 18 years and older. May include coarse language, explicit violence, sexual content, and/or mature subject matter. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or appointed guardian. Photo ID must be shown at the door to the room.
18+: This programming is suitable for adults only. May include explicit language, frequent sexual activity, graphic violence, intense horror, and/or other disturbing content. No minors will be admitted.Photo ID must be shown at the door to the room.
Do you think you have the (iron) will for cosplay? Come prove it in this ultimate test of your cosplay resourcefulness! In this fun competition, team up and use the outrageous materials provided!
MILGRAM is an interactive music project created by DECO*27 and Yamanaka Takuya. Whether you're a new or seasoned fan, come watch the second trial music videos and judge the prisoners for their sins!
Ever wanted to get started in voice acting? Calgary locals, Mike Anthony and Nancy Situ, take you through everything you need to know to get started in your journey!
Do you think you know anime more than your fellow weebs? Then welcome to our panel where we'll be describing YOUR favourite anime in the absolute worst ways possible. WE ALSO HAVE PRIZES FOR THE WINNER
Do you want to make the GREATEST Shonen Battle Arc of ALL TIME?? Come to this amazing story creation panel, hosted by The Rizzler and Shinji Ikari, and make PEAK FICTION with everyone in the audience!
Fantasy anime are all the rage these days – so let’s go on a crazy fantasy adventure with the masters of anime-themed improv comedy! Guided by audience input (and probably the roll of some dice), The 404s will embark on an epic adventure in a brand-new fantasy setting in the style of Dungeon Meshi, Sousou no Frieren, and more!
Think you know how to write fan-fiction? You don't. Let me teach you how to write the very BEST type of fan-fiction-- the kind inspired by My Immortal!
Ever wondered what it would be like to practice the Japanese martial art of kendo? Fend off your friends with a bamboo blade? This is your chance to find out!
The Fake Artist returns! Players are collectively drawing a picture, but one doesn't know what they are supposed to draw. Will they be caught? Come give it a try, new artists selected every round.
The game show that lets you write anything is here in Otafest and all you need is your phone! The best part is that the audience can join in on the hilarity and chaos!
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Things you wouldn't expect a Transformer to turn into. Things Edward Elric should never transmute. Things a Pokémon Trainer should never shout out during a battle. Come check out all our Anime Things!
You thought the jokes LAST year were dad? This year we're going even father with it! Bring your best, friendliest dad jokes, for a chance to earn the ULTIMATE prize... A fatherly handshake.
Are you Yuri Briar… or are you Bondman? In this location-based game of deduction, it's up to players to work out who among them is the spy before the spy can learn where everyone is!
Anime EDGE makes its triumphant return to Otafest. Players are pushed to the limits in this random, no holds barred competition. Are you ready to go to the Anime EDGE?
Do you like Disney songs? Do you like singing along to music so loud you lose your voice? Then come join us for the return of the Disney Sing-Along! This time with even BETTER music.
