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.
If you've ever wanted to be a convention idol you've come to the right place! Here we will teach you all the things you need to know to be a convention idol! Including learning a short dance routine!
Does wig styling make you nervous? Look no further, this panel is for you! Learn simple, beginner friendly wig styling methods that will transform your cosplays to the next level!
Welcome to Hatsune Miku: Colourful Stage! Attend this panel to get an introduction - or just learn some new trivia - about the rhythm game with over 6 million players worldwide
Many Pokémon trainers go through the hassle of going out to catch their partners, but why not make your partner instead? Join your friends and fellow Pokémon fans as you select a pattern of your favourite Pokémon and stitch them together by hand! All ages and skill levels are welcome as volunteers will demonstrate and assist with the sewing techniques needed to make your very own partner for you to take home!
Spaces are limited, so pre-registration is required. Pre-register at the Otafest Pokémon League room (Marriott - Kensington), starting at 9:00am! Spots are first-come-first-served and we run out quickly.
A social game of deduction where the evil Negaverse has corrupted Azabu Juban, rendering everyone unable to recognize each other! Can the Sailor Scouts identify them before their time runs out?
In this hidden identity game, two teams of players battle to help or hinder a presidential assassination. Who is the president? And who is the assassin? And can you trust who people say they are?
A powerpoint presentation about popular animes and hentais that were visual novels originally to help people learn how to access the visual novel media genre.
Want to make manga with pen and paper traditionally instead of digitally? I got you covered! Everything you'll need to know from getting your idea to paper, tools of the trade and how to get it printed
Are you new to fandoms? Do you often find yourself struggling to interact with others in online media? Join us for a fun interactive lesson in fandom Literacy!
Many Pokémon trainers go through the hassle of going out to catch their partners, but why not make your partner instead? Join your friends and fellow Pokémon fans as you select a pattern of your favourite Pokémon and stitch them together by hand! All ages and skill levels are welcome as volunteers will demonstrate and assist with the sewing techniques needed to make your very own partner for you to take home!
Spaces are limited, so pre-registration is required. Pre-register at the Otafest Pokémon League room (Marriott - Kensington), starting at 9:00am! Spots are first-come-first-served and we run out quickly.
How to become a Dungeon/Game Master for any tabletop roleplaying game, including tips for writing a compelling story, creating a unique world, and developing memorable characters
Let's build a world together! How hard can it be? It's just an entire world with its on unique history, peoples, species, geography, economies, biology, and potentially physics. Uh oh.
Come one come all!, the Amiibo tournament is here for another round. Bring your prized Amiibo to fight it out with others. Don't have an amiibo ? No problem we got plenty stock fighters as well.
Glean some budget-saving tips from the Red Kitten Productions cosplay team on repurposing materials, where to put the bucks, and how to make your look memorable (in the good way)
Do you want to write music or make audio for video games? Learn from a local award winning game composer/sound-designer on the in's and out's of what's needed to break into video game audio!
Here's your chance to ask veteran cosplayer, Vivid Vision, all about her cosplay, convention running, content creating and small-business experiences in the fan industry! She'll also be signing autographs in the back half of the panel!
