Otafest 2024: Full Schedule

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.

11:30am MDT

Ramen Lunch on the Patio!

If you're looking for lunch during Otafest, don't forget the patio! The Ramen Bar returns, and this year we'll also have rice bowls as well as a new fusion treat for dessert! Yum!

Menu:

Ramen - Tonkatsu or Vegetarian broth with Chaashu Pork, Slow Braised Brisket or Tofu
Rice Bowl - Chaashu Pork, Slow Braised Brisket or Tofu
Ramune Ice Cream Float

Open 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Friday / Saturday / Sunday

Friday May 10, 2024 11:30am - 1:30pm MDT
Marriott - SunAlta Patio

Official Otafest Content

Age Rating AP
Category Food

2:00pm MDT

King of the Colony presented by Gunpla Hangar - Prelims [AP]

Think you know your Gundams? Come test your knowledge and take the crown as the King of the Colony. Compete one on one on various questions about the Gundam universe. (Limited spots; first come first serve.)

Speakers

Gunpla Hangar

Friday May 10, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
Marriott - SunAlta Patio

Official Otafest Content, Gunpla Hangar

Age Rating AP
Category Game Show

11:00am MDT

Monster Hunter NOW Expedition [14P]

Attention Monster hunters! Come out and hunt with your fellow hunters on an expedition through some of Calgary's downtown. Let's hit those special nodes and hunt some monsters in teams!

Speakers

Belle L.

Saturday May 11, 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm MDT
Marriott - SunAlta Patio

Community Content

Age Rating 14P
Category Video Games

11:30am MDT

Ramen Lunch on the Patio!

If you're looking for lunch during Otafest, don't forget the patio! The Ramen Bar returns, and this year we'll also have rice bowls as well as a new fusion treat for dessert! Yum!

Menu:

Ramen - Tonkatsu or Vegetarian broth with Chaashu Pork, Slow Braised Brisket or Tofu
Rice Bowl - Chaashu Pork, Slow Braised Brisket or Tofu
Ramune Ice Cream Float

Open 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Friday / Saturday / Sunday

Saturday May 11, 2024 11:30am - 1:30pm MDT
Marriott - SunAlta Patio

Official Otafest Content

Age Rating AP
Category Food

3:00pm MDT

King of the Colony presented by Gunpla Hangar - Finals [AP]

Think you know your Gundams? Come test your knowledge and take the crown as the King of the Colony. Compete one on one on various questions about the Gundam universe. (To qualify you must have participated on Friday.)

Speakers

Gunpla Hangar

Saturday May 11, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
Marriott - SunAlta Patio

Official Otafest Content, Gunpla Hangar

Age Rating AP
Category Game Show

11:30am MDT

Ramen Lunch on the Patio!

If you're looking for lunch during Otafest, don't forget the patio! The Ramen Bar returns, and this year we'll also have rice bowls as well as a new fusion treat for dessert! Yum!

Menu:

Ramen - Tonkatsu or Vegetarian broth with Chaashu Pork, Slow Braised Brisket or Tofu
Rice Bowl - Chaashu Pork, Slow Braised Brisket or Tofu
Ramune Ice Cream Float

Open 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Friday / Saturday / Sunday

Sunday May 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:30pm MDT
Marriott - SunAlta Patio

Official Otafest Content

Age Rating AP
Category Food