We love supporting our local friends in the fandom community! Check out the Japan Festival Eustis on March 28th for a celebration of Japanese culture, performances, food, and more. Head over to japanfestivaleustis.com and don't miss a chance to win a FREE airline ticket to Japan for Spring 2027! 👀✈️✨
#WasabiConNOLA We’re excited to announce that Mehron Makeup is an official sponsor of this year’s Cosplay Competitions! 🎭✨ From flawless body paint to stage-ready FX, their pro-level products help bring your most ambitious cosplay to life. Get ready to hit the stage and show us what you’ve got!
Happy birthday to the English voice of Sung Jin-woo 👑 in Solo Leveling: Aleks Le! Aleks was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2022.
Cosplayers, it’s time to lock in those WasabiCon NOLA looks! Got your cosplans ready to debut? 👀🔥 Drop your character reveals, tag us, and let’s start the countdown hype NOW. We’re ready to see what you’ll be wearing on the con floor! 💥🎉 https://nola.wasabicon.com/cosplans/
#WasabiCon We’re doing our best to bring you the top tabletop games around and last year that meant a FULL room of nonstop gaming action! 🎲🔥 Who’s excited to see what’s hitting the tables this October? 👀✨ Tell us what you’re hoping to play!
Happy birthday to Neil Kaplan, the voice of Madara Uchiha 🥷 in Naruto! Neil was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2025.
We need you! Help us become a 2026 Best of Bold City Community's Choice Awards Nominee! https://wasabiani.me/VoteForWasabiCon
⚡🎤 Alejandro Saab - Voice Actor is headed to #WasabiConNOLA this May 22-24! Bringing the chaotic charm fans love from his Vtuber persona CyYu, he’s ready to meet fans, sign autographs, and share behind-the-scenes stories all weekend long.
Happy birthday to "Epic Voice Guy" 🦈 Jon Bailey! Jon was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2014.
Our Vendor Hall and Artist Alley are filling up fast! ✨ If you want to showcase your brand, art, or handmade creations at #WasabiCon, now is the time to apply. Secure one of the last available spots before they’re gone. 🛍️🛒 https://wasabiani.me/WJAX-exhibitors
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Happy birthday to the English voice of Brook in One Piece 💀 Ian Sinclair! Ian was a guest at #WasabiConNOLA in 2025.
One of our favs Nintendo 64 games of all time! 🪕🐻 🐓
Happy birthday to the English voice of Aizawa in My Hero Academia 💪: Chris Wehkamp! Chris was a guest at WasabiCon in 2024.
#WasabiConNOLA Cosplayers! We're thrilled to announce Arda Wigs Your Cosplay Aunties as one of the sponsors for this year's Cosplay Competition. 🧑🎤💥 Known for their high-quality, style-ready wigs, their products help bring your costume visions to life. A big THANK YOU 🙏 for their support this year!!
Happy birthday to the English voice of Eren Yeager in Attack on Titan⚔️: Bryce Papenbrook! Bryce was a guest at WasabiCon in 2019.
Whether you roll deep with a cosplay crew or you’re flying solo, WasabiCon is the place to embrace your geekdom and ignite new friendships! 🤝 Tag your con besties below and let’s make this October 9-11 the most legendary meetup yet! 🎭✨
Happy birthday to the English voice of Tanjiro in Demon Slayer ⚔️: Zach Aguilar! Zach was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2021.
We’re thrilled to welcome Yaya Han as a guest at WasabiCon NOLA! From stunning craftsmanship to industry expertise, Yaya has inspired creators around the world and now she’s bringing that magic to New Orleans. 🎭💚 Who’s excited to meet this legend at WasabiCon?! 🙌✨
From magical girls to fierce fighters and everything in between! Stephanie Sheh and her many iconic roles are coming to #WasabiCon October 9–11, 2026! Join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating the voices that shaped so many of your favorite characters.
Happy Valentine's Day from the team at #WasabiCon! 🥰 Who is your anime sweetheart?
Happy Valentine's Day from the team at #WasabiConNOLA! 🥰 Who is your anime sweetheart?
Happy birthday to the English voice of Denji in Chainsaw Man: Ryan Colt Levy! Ryan was a guest at WasabiCon in 2024.
#WasabiConNOLA IdolFest 2026 applications open TOMORROW! 🎤✨ This is your moment to shine on our main stage and rep Louisiana’s incredible Kaigai Idols. Don’t wait! Applications close March 23rd! 💫 https://wasabiani.me/idolfest
WasabiCon held its very first convention way back in 2012, and we’ve been making anime memories ever since. 💚 What year was your first WasabiCon? Drop it in the comments! 👇🎉
#WasabiCon Still riding the high from the Folio Best of JAX Winners Party. 🥂✨ Huge thanks to everyone who voted and showed us so much love! Being named the Best Cosplayer Event taking place in Jacksonville means the world to us, and we can’t wait to geek out with you all again soon. 💚
#WasabiCon Duuuval! #OnlyinJAX can you run at @262withdonna, watch a @jaxicemen hockey game and enjoy Jacksonville's nerd culture all in one weekend.
#WasabiConNOLA Calling all panelists! 📣 Fan Panels are now open for WasabiCon NOLA. 🎉 If you’ve got the passion, we’ve got the mic (or you can bring your own like MHOG Podcast). Apply now and join the con fun in New Orleans. ⚜️🎤 https://wasabiani.me/WNOLA-panels
We had an out-of-this-galaxy time at Star Wars Night with the @jaxicemen this past weekend! 🌌🏒 From epic costumes to nonstop galactic energy, the Force was STRONG in the arena. ⭐⚔️ Be sure to grab your tickets for the show, October 9–11, 2026 at the Prime F. Osborn Convention Center!! 💫❄️
Exhibitors 🛍️ The WasabiCon 2026 Artist Alley is over two-thirds (2/3) full, so get your application in now! Additionally, our Vendors spaces are 50% sold and filling fast. Don't wait until the last minute to be a part of Jacksonville's largest pop culture event. https://wasabiani.me/WJAX-exhibitors
Feeling so inspired after our time at the DONNA Marathon Weekend 💖🏃♀️ We loved spreading a little extra joy by handing out free Wasabizilla swag at our booth! 🦖✨ Thank you to the runners, supporters, and volunteers who made it such a powerful and meaningful experience. 💕🎗️
