Kanimecon Lawrence

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Kanimecon Lawrence Anime & Game Fest

2025 Theme: Summoning of Heroes

Kanimecon Lawrence is a local fan-driven celebration of anime, tabletop gaming, and video games. We’re all about our community, building connections, and creating a fun, affordable experience for fans. Whether you’re here for games, panels, cosplay or new friends. We welcome you to join us at Kanimecon Lawrence 2025. Facebook | Instagram

Score points for your team! This years teams are the Magic Academy (blue), Knights Academy (yellow) and Adventurers Guild (red). » Team Info

When

General Attendees Days & Hours

• Friday September 12, 2025 | 3:00pm - 10:30pm

• Saturday September 13, 2025 | 10:00am - 10:30pm

• Sunday September 14, 2025 | 9:30am - 3:30pm

Event hours are subject to change and may vary by building. Valid Badge required. » Purchase Badges

Location

Douglas County Fairgrounds - 2110 Harper St, Lawrence, KS 66046 » Google Maps

This is an indoor/outdoor event. Using multiple areas around the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Rain or shine. Come on down!

Parking

The Douglas County Fairgrounds has free on site parking available. We cannot guarantee availability. See location & parking info for more details » Location & Parking Info

Public Transportation

Lawrence Transit » Lawrence Transit Trip Planner » Lawrence Transit Map

Ride KC » RideKC 510-K10 Connector

Kanimecon Lawrence is not affiliated with Lawrence Transit or RideKC and cannot be held responsible for any delays, cancellations or incidents that may occur while using or waiting for transit services. We do not guarantee the availability, reliability or safety of any transit services. Use of public transportation is at your own risk. Public transit fees will still apply.

Attendee Early Pre-registration prices won’t last forever. Register today! » Badges

Photos provided by The Oread

Hotel

Note there is no on site hotel available.

The Oread - 1200 Oread Ave, Lawrence, KS 66044 » Google Maps » Booking » Theoread.com

Kanimecon Lawrence cannot be held responsible for any delays, cancellations or incidents that may occur while visiting or staying at The Oread. We do not guarantee the availability, reliability or safety of hotel services.

» General Exhibitor Information

» Exhibitor & Artist Apply

» Sponsors

» Food Trucks

» Press & Media

» Itasha & Car Show Interest Form & Pre-application

» Ad Astra Idol Fest Application

» Panels & Demos Application

» Local Clubs & Organizations Exhibitor Application

» Featured Artisan Applications

» Team Info » Team Nominations Coming Soon

» The Spotlight Talent Application Got the skills to entertain? Join us in creating unforgettable moments, » Contact us today.

Tabletop Games - Board Games - Card Games - Video Games - Outdoor Games

» Tournament sign-ups coming soon will you rise to the challenge?

» Game session sign-ups are on the horizon get ready to join the journey!

» Game Maters, lead the charge and run a game sign-ups coming soon.

» Game library

» Arcade

» Schedule

Get into character!

» Cosplay Contest Info coming soon.

» Dress Code and Prop Rules.

» Our Cosplay Line Up Base

» Submit Cosplay Group Meet Up Coming soon.

Please remember cosplay is not consent.

We highly encourage you to take a look at the weather and the activities you want to participate in when choosing what to wear so you have a safe, fun and comfortable time at KANIMECON Lawrence.

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