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Anime USA @animeusa.org · 8d

Additionally, the map of the Dealers Room and Artist Alley are also available. Again, as things are fluid, please recheck the website as it will be updated as soon as new information is updated, as well as on the discord.

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Anime USA 2025 Schedule – October 10-12, 2025

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · 8d

The 2025 Schedule for Anime USA is now live! Please note that there may still be some intermittent tweaks and minor adjustments to the schedule. Additional views of the schedule, including the Discord Guidebook, TV Guide Schedule, Schedule By Room, and Panel Descriptions will be soon to follow.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · 25d

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who submitted to this year's AMV Contest. We were honored to receive over 200 video entries, a record-breaking number that far surpasses anything we have seen at AUSA.

To view the finalists, we invite you to visit: animeusa.org/amv/

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · 25d

We’re excited to announce @aaroncampbellvo.bsky.social as a guest at Anime USA! You’ll get to see him at panels, autograph sessions, and more throughout the weekend.

Even better... today is his birthday! Let’s give him a warm welcome and a happy birthday together. 🎉

Learn more: animeusa.org

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · 26d

Cosplay submissions are now OPEN for #AnimeUSA2025

#Masquerade: Skits, performances, and spotlights
#Craftsmanship: One-on-one judging plus optional fashion show

We are also looking for judges. Apply by September 27 to help spotlight incredible cosplay talent.

Learn more: animeusa.org/cosplay/

Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 28

Anime USA is excited to announce Joe Hernandez as our next voice over guest!

Joe Hernandez is a veteran voice actor most recognized by his work as Daruk and Yunobo in the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Learn more about Joe and our other guests at animeusa.org/2025-guests.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 24

Anime USA is excited to announce our next guest, Stevie Rianne!

Stephanie aka Stevie Rianne, has 20 years of experience in cosplaying and 14 years of experience working at conventions.

Learn more about Stevie and our other guests for Anime USA 2025 at animeusa.org/2025-guests/.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 21

Last chance for any and all interested volunteers to join our crew! Save some cash, make some friends, and learn something new -- no experience necessary! Click here to get started: forms.gle/PqULXRAZdSDH.... Applications close Saturday at 11:59pm.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 20

🎭 Anime USA Cosplay Events! 🎭
Are you ready to shine on stage and show off your skills? Join us for the Cosplay Masquerade and/or the Cosplay Craftsmanship Competition. Rules and regs for both are available at animeusa.org/cosplay and applications will be live soon.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 14

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 14

Kayleigh can be heard all over in games, movies, anime, and cartoons- and even online!”

Learn more about Kayleigh and our other guests for Anime USA 2025 at animeusa.org/2025-guests. (3/3)

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 14

Known for using her full range as a trans gal to voice women, men, and beyond, she is known from her work as Yuta Okkotsu in Jujutsu Kaisen, Scarab from Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake, O-Kiku in One Piece, and more. (2/3)

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 14

Anime USA is delighted to announce our next VO guest, Kayleigh McKee! Kayleigh McKee (‪@ghaspey.bsky.social‬) is an actress from rural Illinois where there wasn’t much else to do but entertain herself… Then she got good at it! (1/3)

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 13

Inspired by both Anime and Idol culture, the group formed in 2024 under one goal: bring live music from across the Pacific to a brand new crowd! Whether you’re a fan of upbeat songs or heavier rock, you’ll jam out with HIBIKORD.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 13

Anime USA is proud to present HIBIKORD as the next guest for 2025. HIBIKORD is an Anisong/Jpop Cover Band from the Washington, DC Area.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 12

Sarah has several exciting panels to debut at AUSA!

For more information or to see our other guests, visit animeusa.org/2025-guests.

#animeusa #educationalguest #animeusa2025 (3/3)

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 12

A librarian with the Springfield city library, she tours around new England lecturing on various aspects of geek culture. She’s performed for all sorts of venues from The Norman Rockwell Museum to the Massachusetts library association. The Dover Demon is her favorite cryptid. (2/3)

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 12

Anime USA is proud to present Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe as our next guest.

Sarah’s dad took her to her first Star Trek convention as a child, sealing her future as a card carrying geek. (1/3)

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Aug 8

GUEST CANCELLATION: MOLLY SEARCY

We are saddened to announce that Molly can no longer attend Anime USA this year. We will miss her at our show and hope to have her return in the future!

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Jul 30

NOW is your LAST CHANCE to save on #AnimeUSA2025! Head to animeusa.org or directly to our registration site at animeusa.regfox.com/anime-usa-2025 to save $10 off your regular or silver membership.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Jul 29

Explore more of Anime USA’s guests at animeusa.org/2025-guests

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Jul 29

From fierce to kawaii, their performances are a bold twist on fan favorites — complete with stunning costumes, captivating choreography, and unforgettable stage presence.

Catch Scarlett Mafia live at Anime USA and experience cosplay like never before!

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Jul 29

Anime USA is thrilled to welcome @thescarlettmafia.bsky.social to this year’s lineup! Blending the art of cosplay and the allure of burlesque, Scarlett Mafia brings iconic characters to life in a dazzling, seductive showcase you won’t want to miss.

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Jul 4

Hello Idol fans!

We’re thrilled to announce that the application form for Idol*USA 7 is now live! For more information, and to apply, visit animeusa.org/idol-usa/. The application process concludes on 9/1/25!

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Anime USA @animeusa.org · Jun 14

Watch out, the ink is going to fly this year at #animeusa with the creative talents of @superartfight.bsky.social! Check out their roster of artists or submit a battle topic for this year's wheel of death at superartfight.com!

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