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Kami-Con 2023 at the BJCC in Birmingham. (Sabrina Palmer / Bham Now)Attention all anime enthusiasts, cosplayers, and pop culture fans! Kami-Con, Birmingham’s premier cosplay and anime convention is taking over The BJCC for a weekend of epic fun and unforgettable experiences, February 7-9.
Whether you’re a die-hard otaku, a first-time attendee, or just looking for some weekend fun, Kami-Con has something for everyone. Read on for everything you need to know including how to get your tickets now.
Kami-Con 2025 event details
- What: Kami-Con 2025
- When:
- Friday, Feb. 7
- Saturday, Feb. 8
- Sunday, Feb. 9
- Where: The BJCC, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd, N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Cost:
- 3-day full weekend pass: $70
- Day pass: Friday $50, Saturday $60, Sunday $40
- Tickets
What makes Birmingham Kami-Con unique
Kami-Con offers an immersive experience that celebrates all things anime, gaming, and pop culture right here in The Magic City.
From dazzling cosplay contests to panels featuring industry stars, check out four of the top activities you can expect during the event below:
1. Cosplay contests
Kami-Con 2023 Costume Contest winners. (Birmingham Kami-Con)Each year, cosplayers from across the country flock to The BJCC to showcase their creativity and unwavering passion for anime and gaming through stunning handmade costumes.
Cosplay competitions are a major highlight of Kami-Con. Last year, I was blown away by how imaginative and well-made the costumes were.
It’s worth entering the costume contests, too. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned expert, participants have the opportunity to win trophies, cash prizes, and more.
Amazing costumes at Kami-Con in Birmingham. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)
Ready to join the fun? There are just two rules:
- You must be wearing a costume.
- You cannot be wearing a costume that has already won an award in another costume/cosplay contest.
Easy, right? So dress up and have a blast—find more info and how to enter.
2. Dance parties, performances + special events
Get ready to hit the dance floor at the Kami-Con Dance, featuring electrifying performances from headlining guest DJs. With high-energy beats and a vibrant atmosphere, this event promises to keep the party going all night long.
There will also be performances from Black Gryph0n and PAiDA, alongside an all new After Hours Cosplay Burlesque Show on Saturday.
Plus, stick around for Kami-Con’s Authorized fan-made Vocaloid Concert, presented by Synthesized Reality Productions. Here you’ll witness your favorite Vocaloid characters come to life in stunning 3-D performances—complete with past appearances by fan favorites like Shio and Kosho.
3. Vendors
Kami-Con’s massive vendor room is the ultimate shopping destination for gamers, collectors, and cosplay enthusiasts.
Spanning an impressive 34,600 square feet, it’s packed with everything fans could want, from games and collectibles to unique fashion pieces and an endless array of fandom merchandise. This unique treasure trove features must-haves you won’t find anywhere else like posters, clothing, costumes, and stuffed animals.
4. Special guests
Meet + greet your favorite voice actors in anime, gaming + TV at Kami-Con 2025 in Birmingham. (Bham Now)Kami-Con brings an exciting lineup of special guests and panelists, including voice actors, artists, and industry insiders ready to share behind-the-scenes stories, insights, and experiences with fans.
Here are a few special guests you can expect to see at Kami-Con 2025:
- Abby Trott—American voice actor + singer
- Best known for portraying Nezuko in Demon Slayer, Ivy in Netflix’s Carmen Sandiego + singing the English version of Lifelight, the theme song for Nintendo’s Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
- Reed Shannon—American voice actor, theater actor + musician
- Best known for voicing Ekko in Netflix’s Arcane
- Heidi Hynden Walch—German-American actress, voice actress, writer + singer
- Best known for voicing Penny Sanchez in ChalkZone, Princess Bubblegum in Adventure Time, + Starfire in Teen Titans and Teen Titans Go!
- Lex Lang—Voice actor
- With over 500 credits to his name from video games to TV, Lex is known for voicing Suguru Geto in Jujutsu Kaisen, Dr. Neo Cortex in the Crash Bandicoot franchise, + Kiljeaden in World of Warcraft.
- Marta Svetek—Voice actor
- The actor behind some of the most popular characters in the video game industry, Svetek is best known for being the voice of Vyse in VALORANT and the voice of Roxanne Wolf, Gregory, + Vanny in the Five Nights At Freddy’s video game franchise.
Discover more special guests at Kami-Con in Birmingham, February 7-9.
Celebrate the 16th annual Kami-Con in Birmingham, Feb. 7-9
Kami-Con 2019 in Birmingham. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)As the countdown to Kami-Con 2025 begins, it’s time to don your raddest costume, gather your crew, and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of anime, gaming, and fandom fun.
Secure your tickets for Kami-Con 2025 now.
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