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Florida’s Biggest Anime Celebration, Holiday Matsuri Is This Weekend!

On Dec 15, 2025 12:00 pm, by Jin Kai Thunder

Holiday Matsuri returns to Orlando December 19-21 at the Orange County Convention Center, bringing Florida’s largest anime convention with over 50,000 fans expected. Three days of voice actor guests including Steve Blum and Wendee Lee, gaming tournaments, the Winter Cosplay Championship, IdolFest concerts, hundreds of vendor booths, Artist Alley, 100+ hours of programming, and exclusive 18+ nightlife at the connected Hyatt Regency Orlando. Registration and hotel booking available now at holidaymatsuri.com.

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Conventions

Orlando Poké Fest Is This Coming Weekend

On Dec 11, 2025 12:00 pm, by Jin Kai Thunder

Orlando Poké Fest takes over the Doubletree by Hilton Universal Studios December 13th and 14th with over 75 vendor tables, Pokémon character appearances, hourly giveaways, and a face painter. Admission is just $5 for adults with kids 12 and under free, and the first 100 attendees each day get a free holiday gift. VIP passes are $10 for early access and exclusive perks. Saturday runs 11 AM-6 PM, Sunday 11 AM-5 PM, with free Pokémon card packs for anyone in cosplay while supplies last.

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Conventions

Bartow Con Is Going to Be Stellar!

On Nov 11, 2025 12:00 pm, by Johnny Stellar

Mark November 15, 2025, on your calendar right now because something incredible is happening at the Bartow Civic Center. This convention is everything you’ve been wishing for: genuine connections with fellow fans, amazing finds you won’t see anywhere else, and best of all, you won’t need to drain your savings account to have the time of your life.