EVENT SCHEDULE

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EVENT SCHEDULE ✨

Fri Oct 3

Time Event Description Stage
12:00 PM How To VTube A beginner’s guide to VTubing—from setup to streaming tips! Chibi Stage
2:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Anime Fiesta’s talk show with guest interviews, laughs & fan interaction. Main Stage
2:00 PM Want to become a Voice Actor? Industry insights and tips on getting started in voice acting. Chibi Stage
3:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Encore session with new guests & more behind-the-scenes stories! Main Stage
3:00 PM Sketchbook Artswap Bring your sketchbook for a doodle exchange! All levels welcome. Chibi Stage
4:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Another round of laughs, games, and surprise guests live! Main Stage
4:00 PM Guess the Anime Character! Test your anime knowledge in this fun, fast-paced guessing game. Chibi Stage
5:00 PM Cosplay Contest Show off your best cosplay looks for fun & epic prizes! Main Stage
5:00 PM Special Guest Q&A Fan Q&A session with one of our featured guests. Who will it be? Chibi Stage
6:00 PM Karaoke Take the mic and sing your heart out—anime openings welcome! Chibi Stage
7:00 PM Sonic Boom Performance Live band performance bringing retro video game energy to life! Main Stage
8:00 PM Demon Hunters: KPop Party! A K-Pop dance party with a dark twist—bring your inner demon slayer! Main Stage

Sat Oct 4

Time Event Description Stage
9:30 AM Shogeki Sumo (Exclusive VIP Sumo Exhibition) An exclusive showcase match for VIPs to witness elite sumo power up close! Main Stage
12:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Anime Fiesta’s live talk show featuring special guest interviews, fan participation, and lots of laughs. Main Stage
1:00 PM Shogeki Sumo Experience the power of real sumo wrestling in this live exhibition match. Main Stage
1:00 PM Gojo Look-Alike Competition Think you’re the Rizz King of Jujutsu High? Show off your Gojo vibes and strut your stuff! Chibi Stage
2:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Anime Fiesta’s live talk show featuring special guest interviews, fan participation, and lots of laughs. Main Stage
2:00 PM Special Guest Q&A (Guest TBA) Fan-fueled Q&A with one of Anime Fiesta’s headlining guests. Don’t miss it! Chibi Stage
3:00 PM Shogeki Sumo A high-energy showdown of strength, strategy, and tradition—live sumo action! Main Stage
3:00 PM Anime Lotería An anime twist on a beloved regional game, win prizes and shout “¡Bingo!” Chibi Stage
4:00 PM Cosplay Contest It’s showtime! Strut, pose, and slay the stage in your best cosplay for epic prizes. Main Stage
5:00 PM Anime Truth or Dare: Otaku Edition Dare to cringe, confess, and go full otaku? Step into the spotlight—you’ve been warned! Chibi Stage
6:00 PM Karaoke - Live on the Chibi Stage! Sing your heart out! From anime themes to J-pop hits, it’s your time to shine. ft. Latin Grammy Winner Cristina Salinas Chibi Stage
7:00 PM BabyBeard After Con-cert Japan’s wildest Japan's wildest pop-metal idol trio rocks the house in an unforgettable show! Main Stage

Sun Oct 5

Time Event Description Stage
9:30 AM Shogeki Sumo (VIP) Exclusive sumo showcase for VIP badge holders. Prepare to be amazed! Main Stage
12:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Anime Fiesta’s live talk show featuring special guest interviews, fan participation, and lots of laughs. Main Stage
12:00 PM K-Pop Random Play Dance Drop everything and dance! Join fellow fans for a K-pop free-for-all. Chibi Stage
1:00 PM Shogeki Sumo Experience raw strength and tradition with live sumo wrestling! Main Stage
1:00 PM Jojo Limbo How low can your Joestar bloodline go? Strike a pose and limbo for glory! Chibi Stage
2:00 PM Live on Stage w/Freddy Vela Anime Fiesta’s live talk show featuring special guest interviews, fan participation, and lots of laughs. Main Stage
2:00 PM Guest Q&A Get your questions answered live by our special guest! Who’s it gonna be? Chibi Stage
3:00 PM Prop Wars Battle of the builds! Cosplayers show off insane prop-making skills live! Main Stage
3:00 PM When the Bocchi Rocks! Celebrate introverts, riffs, and relatable feels with this Bocchi the Rock! panel. Chibi Stage
4:00 PM Shogeki Sumo One last sumo showdown to close out the weekend with a bang! Main Stage
4:00 PM Karaoke Your voice, your spotlight—belt out your fave anime bangers! Chibi Stage
5:00 PM Classical Anime Concert Orchestra meets otaku—an elegant concert of iconic anime themes. Main Stage
6:00 PM Cosplay Contest Last chance to slay the stage—bring the drama, bring the drip! Main Stage

GETTING TO THE VENUE

address:

McAllen Convention Center
700 Convention Center Blvd
McAllen, TX

Ride Share:

Skip the parking hunt and get dropped off right at the entrance! Just type “McAllen Convention Center” into your rideshare app for a quick and convenient arrival. Whether you’re cosplaying or just attending, it’s the fastest way to roll up in style.

Parking Options:

Parking is available at the McAllen Convention Center, but it can fill up quickly during peak hours. We recommend arriving early or using rideshare to avoid congestion. Carpooling is also encouraged.