Frances Lai, Artist Alley, Idol Stage, and more at OTAKON 2022

Published: Thu, 03/03/22

Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC

July 29-31, 2022

It's really happening!

The fans who make OTAKON a reality are hard at work behind the scenes putting together a convention to remember! Be a part of OTAKON 2022 by planning to attend today. Hit the link to register, and don't forget to make your hotel reservation through the official Otakon Hotel Room Block for the best deals on the most convenient hotels.

LAI FRANCES

Journalist, Producer, Host

Lai Frances is a multimedia journalist and producer that focuses on music, pop culture and entertainment. She is currently a Social Media Producer at CNET by day and a Contributing Writer/Host by night talking about music and K-pop.

ARTIST ALLEY

Registration opens March 8th!

7PM - Unlimited Booths

8PM - Pro Row

8PM - Standard Table Lottery
(ends March 10th at 11:59pm!)

All times are in Eastern Standard. Full details at the links below.

Artist Alley Rules

Artist Alley Registration

Dealers Room Registration

Looking to Exhibit in the OTAKON Dealers Hall? Applications for Dealers, Industry and the Video Game Indie Row are open now!

Dealers Hall Policies

Dealers Hall Registration

IDOL STAGE

ANIBeat Idol Festival Returns!

Bring your Idol presence to OTAKON through TWO ANIBeat Idol events!

The Idol Festival and the Now Presenting Festival brings together experienced Idols and aspiring future stars for an event you won't soon forget.

Applications are now being accepted!

ANIBeat Idol Stage Application

PRESENTER APPLICATIONS OPEN!

Submit your Workshop or Panel!

Fan-run panels and workshops are the largest part of OTAKON programming. Have knowledge or a skill you want to share? Want to inform or make people laugh?

Submit your panel and workshop ideas now and be a part of Otakon!

Submit a Panel

Submit a Workshop

Need a hotel room?

We're working with nearby hotels to make sure that you receive the best room rates. Book your hotel now to ensure that you don't miss out!

Official OTAKON Housing Room Block

Join Us!

Did you know Otakon is run entirely by volunteers? We're all fans just like you! Think you might want to join our ranks to learn a little more about the inner workings of the convention?

Learn more at Volunteering at Otakon!

Otakon is an annual celebration of Asian pop culture (anime, manga, music, movies, video games, etc.) and its fandom! Otakon is run by the non-profit organization Otakorp, Inc.

	Walter E. Washington Convention Center
	Washington, DC

	July 29-31, 2022