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 need (another) mobile game in your life? Or maybe you already play Ensemble Stars!! Music, but want tips on how to get diamonds for the lie that is rate-up. We will be covering this and more!
Best anime of all time? The best waifus or husbands? In this panel we'll be debating these unanswered questions with our contestants and among the hosts and YOU will be the one to decide the outcome!
Anime Trivia where you'll be competing against all the other competitors of the panel in a free for all trivia battle. Show off your Otaku knowledge and win some prizes while you're at it UwU.
Are you a fan of incredible vocal performances? Do you love watching talented singers compete for glory and recognition? The Ota Factor is where the community’s best vocalists come together to showcase their skills and compete for top honors! This exciting event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy amazing live music and support local performers who are ready to give their best performance and sing their hearts out.
Best of all, the qualified panel of judges aren’t the only ones who get to choose the singer’s fate! You also get to vote and give your favourite performer the Audience's Choice prize! So come and enjoy these brilliant performances from passionate singers that are sure to entertain and move you, as they compete for the glory of being recognized as the best.
WELCOME TO THE HAZBIN HOTEL! Join Angel Dust and friends for an interactive panel version of Snatch Game from RuPaul's Drag Race! Lots of Improv fun, and prizes to be won! Viewer Discretion Is Advised
Welcome back to Queerness in Anime and Manga where we discuss this subject and its many ups and downs, how has the perception of queerness in japan changed the portrayal in media + pics of my cat
You know it by now the try not to laugh challenge, inspired by Smosh Pitts version. One target vs the cast will in character attempt to get a laugh. Join us for some laughs cuz no one can ever not LOL
The annual trivia contest returns for a 10th year! Do you want to test your knowledge for fun and prizes and prove how much you really know about anime and manga? Get chosen from the audience and compete for the right to be called the ultimate Anime Jeopardy champion!
Come watch our debaters argue the absurd, answering the most bizarre anime questions you wish you'd never asked! Think you can argue with the best? You're wrong, but we might even let you try!
Do you think you have what it takes to be the very best? At Pokémon Trivia that is! Come and join us for a fun game show filled with some tough Pokémon questions to prove who the best Quiz master is.
Jump into the world of music making and be part of an anime song OP production! Get inspired and learn about the skills you need to make your own anime style song. Great for all ages and levels.
Wanna know how to get into voice acting? This is probably the panel for you! Join super incredible voice actor Ben Balmaceda as he recounts his VA adventures, all the while giving reasonably good advice on how to approach the emotionally fulfilling career of doing funny little voices in front of a microphone.
Back for the third year, it's Deal or no Deal featuring your favourite waifus (and husbandos?!) - six rounds of finding out if your waifu/husbando is trash or cash.
Decision fatigue - the game! Are your hot takes the best? Join us for the Anime Rankathon to rank your favourite animes, characters, and more! Warning: public speaking/debate. Ensure phone is charged.
Monsters can be found in every form of media. Why do we love them so much? Join us for a deep dive into depictions of monsters and our fascination with them.
Do you like D&D? Do you hate D&D? Do you not care either way and just want to see a bunch of nerds embarrass themselves? Join our comedy D&D audience improv game!
Join voice actors, Mike Anthony and Nancy Situ, as they take you on a tour through the world of radio plays! Come ask questions and participate in the performance of an brand new script!
Would you consider yourself a connoisseur of Japanese media? If you answered yes, put your knowledge to the test in “Is It Anime?” Where you will compete with other contestants for the ultimate prize!
