# Anime NYC convention in New York

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/anime-nyc-convention-in-new-york
> Updated: 2026-08-22T00:15:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Anime NYC 2026 was scheduled to take place at the Javits Center in Manhattan from August 20 to 23. Organizers projected the event would be the largest in the convention’s history, with over 150,000 attendees expected.

The programming for the four-day event included industry panels, exclusive premieres, voice actor appearances, and sessions focused on LGBTQ+ content such as queer manga. During the convention, attendees participated in activities including merchandise sales, concerts by Japanese artists, and cosplay centered around series like ‘One Piece’ and ‘Dragon Ball’.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Anime NYC convention draws 150,000 fans to New York

Anime NYC is hosting approximately 150,000 fans at the Javits Center in New York for a four-day celebration of Japanese pop culture, featuring merchandise, concerts, and cosplay.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anime-nyc-convention-draws-150000-fans-to-new-york

### 2026-08-16: Anime NYC 2026 to host over 150,000 fans at Javits Center

Anime NYC 2026 will take place August 20-23 at the Javits Center in New York City, expecting over 150,000 attendees for a massive celebration of Japanese pop culture.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anime-nyc-2026-to-host-over-150000-fans-at-javits-center

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