Anime USA 2026 - Anime & Japanese Culture Convention - November 20-22 in Chantilly, VA

Start: Friday, November 20, 2026 9:00AM
End: Sunday, November 22, 2026 4:00PM

Anime USA 2026 is coming to Chantilly, Virginia, November 20–22 at the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles! For more than 25 years, Anime USA has brought fans together in the Washington, DC region to celebrate Japanese arts, culture, anime, gaming, cosplay, music, and fandom. In 2026, Anime USA begins a new chapter as the annual convention comes to Chantilly for a full weekend of programming, entertainment, shopping, and community. Anime USA offers three days packed with things to see and do. Attendees can explore panels and workshops, meet special guests, participate in cosplay, enjoy gaming, discover performances and entertainment, shop with vendors, and support independent creators and artists. Artist Alley gives attendees the opportunity to discover artwork and creations from talented independent artists, while the Dealer's Room features vendors offering merchandise and products for anime, manga, gaming, and Japanese pop culture fans. Throughout the weekend, attendees can take part in programming covering anime, Japanese culture, cosplay, gaming, art, music, fandom, and more. Whether you're a longtime anime fan, cosplayer, gamer, artist, collector, or attending an anime convention for the first time, Anime USA offers a weekend to discover new interests, meet fellow fans, shop, create, play, and celebrate the community. Anime USA is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and educating the public about Japanese arts and popular culture. Anime USA 2026 November 20–22, 2026 Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles Chantilly, Virginia Visit the Anime USA website for registration, guest announcements, programming updates, hotel information, schedules, and additional convention details. Use code DIGITAL to save 15% off of your REGULAR membership.