ANIME Impulse — The Anime, VTuber & Cosplay Convention Fans Love

What Is ANIME Impulse?

ANIME Impulse is a multi-city anime, gaming, and pop-culture convention series in the United States. Each edition brings together VTuber performances, voice-actor spotlights, creator panels, cosplay contests, artist alley, exhibitor marketplaces, gaming zones, and limited-edition merchandise drops—all designed for passionate fans and first-timers alike.

2025–2026 Event Calendar (USA)

• Los Angeles @ Fairplex (Pomona) — Feb 15–16, 2025 (completed)
• Bay Area @ Santa Clara Convention Center — Jul 26–27, 2025 (completed)
• Orange County @ Anaheim Convention Center — Aug 30–31, 2025 (completed)
• Dallas @ Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center — Nov 15–16, 2025
• Los Angeles @ Fairplex (Pomona) — Jan 17–18, 2026
• Bay Area @ Santa Clara Convention Center — Jul 18–19, 2026
• Orange County @ Anaheim Convention Center — Aug 22–23, 2026
• Dallas @ Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center — Nov 14–15, 2026

Why Fans Choose ANIME Impulse

• VTuber & Creator Culture. Live VTuber programs, fan meetups, and creator collabs.
• Cosplay First. Showcases, contests, and community photo ops with clear guidelines.
• Voice Actors & Seiyuu. Signings, panels, and behind-the-mic Q&A.
• Artist Alley & Exhibitors. Indie artists, merch, apparel, figures, trading cards, K-culture goods.
• Exclusive Drops. Limited collaborations and event-exclusive collectibles.
• Community & Accessibility. Inclusive policies, on-site staff support, family-friendly programming.

Programming Pillars

• VTubers & Streaming Culture

  Appearances, concerts, talk shows, and fan activations.

• Voice Actors & Seiyuu

  Panel conversations, autograph sessions, photo sessions.

• Cosplay & Craft

  Main-stage contests, craftsmanship awards, photo meetups, rules.

• Artist Alley

  2D/3D art, zines, pins, prints, plush, accessories, doujin-style goods.

• Exhibitor Marketplace

  Retailers, publishers, game studios, collectibles, J-culture brands.

• Gaming & Esports

  Free-play lounges, tournaments, creator challenges.

• Stage Shows & Premieres

  Screenings, premieres, live podcasts, musical acts.

• Official Merchandise

  Limited collabs and commemorative items.

Plan Your Trip

• Tickets & Schedule. See the official website for current prices, badge types, and programming times.
• Venues & Travel. Each city has unique parking, transit, and hotel options—check the city pages below.
• Policies. Review cosplay, props, safety, and code-of-conduct guidelines before you arrive.

City Guides

• Los Angeles (Pomona @ Fairplex). SoCal anime convention near LA; convenient parking and regional rail access via Metrolink.
• Bay Area (Santa Clara). Silicon Valley anime & cosplay weekend with easy access from San Jose airport.
• Orange County (Anaheim). Labor-Day-season anime con next to world-class theme parks and hotels.
• Dallas (Kay Bailey Hutchison). Downtown Dallas anime convention with major convention facilities and dining.

Get Involved

• Buy Tickets. General admission, weekend passes, and upgrades are announced on the site.
• Exhibit or Artist Alley. Apply on the official site; spots fill quickly.
• Press & Media. See the media page for guidelines and assets.
• Volunteers & Staffing. Opportunities vary by city and date; details on the site.

FAQs

• Is ANIME Impulse family friendly? Yes—cosplay rules apply.
• Can I cosplay with props? Check the props & safety policy for size and materials.
• Refund policy? See the ticketing provider’s terms on the website.
• Accessibility? We aim to be inclusive; ADA accommodations and assistance are available on site.