Francine A.
10/9/2025
One of the best conventions I've attended so far. Fantastic artists, vendors, and an overall great community. It's also in a great location in the city where you're able to take the...
Otakon
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801 Mount Vernon Pl NW
Washington, DC 20001
Otakon is an annual convention celebrating Asian pop culture, including anime, manga, music, movies, and video games, held in Washington, DC. Founded in 1994, the event is organized by the nonprofit organization Otakorp Inc. and is entirely run by dedicated volunteers.
Taking place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Otakon features a diverse array of activities such as concerts, panels, workshops, and cosplay events. The convention has evolved over its 30-year history, showcasing a commitment to fostering community and celebrating fandom in a vibrant and engaging environment.
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3.55 reviews
Gail B.
8/3/2024
I have attended many cons at the convention center. Each has their own theme and method of staffing. Otakon has volunteer "goffers" and their own team of people who staff an incredibly useful...
Brian R.
8/4/2024
I LOVE OTAKON! There are many things I can say about this convention so I'm going to keep it short and most likely update it as needed. I've been coming to Otakon since 2006 and this place makes...
Dillon K.
8/12/2025
it was good until this year when they bought into the whole visa Mastercard drama and tried to make it more "family friendly" which in turned killed the AMV theater, put restrictions on cosplay,...
Yan W.
8/12/2018
I guess you can call it "Stand-In-Line-Akon." I wish I could have experienced more of it. This is my 5th time attending otakon and this was the only one where I was in line the entire time for...
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