WasabiCon 2025: North Florida's Premier Pop Culture Convention Returns to Jacksonville

WasabiCon 2025: North Florida's Premier Pop Culture Event

The excitement is building for WasabiCon 2025, which is set to take place from October 10 to 12 at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center in Jacksonville, Florida. Established in 2012, this annual event has evolved into the largest and most enduring pop culture convention in North Florida, focusing primarily on anime, cosplay, and gaming. With an anticipated influx of fans from all corners of the region, this year's convention promises to be bigger and better than ever.

A Stellar Lineup of Guests

Among the highlights of WasabiCon 2025 is a fantastic roster of special guests, featuring some of the most renowned voices in the realm of anime and video games. Attendees will have the chance to meet and interact with celebrated talents including Ian James Corlett, the iconic voice of Goku and Master Roshi from Dragon Ball Z; Jack Broadbent, also known as Koichi Haimawari from My Hero Academia Vigilantes; Neil Kaplan, the voice of Madara Uchiha from Naruto; and Nicolas Roye, who voices Toji Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen. These appearances provide fans with an incredible opportunity to get up close and personal with their favorite voice actors, participate in panels, and gain insights into the industry.

Exhibitor Hall and Activities Galore

WasabiCon's Exhibitor Hall is set to span an impressive 78,000 square feet, offering a vibrant array of engaging activities and spaces for attendees. Here, fans can explore a significant media guest signing area and enjoy Itasha vehicles—cars adorned with anime wrap that showcases fandom in a unique way. Furthermore, over 300 booths featuring talented artists and vendors will line the hall, ensuring that there’s something for everyone.

In addition to shopping, WasabiCon 2025 will offer dedicated rooms for panels, programming sessions, tabletop games, and video games, making it a hub for all things geek culture. For anime and manga enthusiasts, the event will host a manga library, courtesy of the Jacksonville Public Library, providing fans with a tranquil space to dive into their favorite titles.

As if that wasn't enough, the convention will also feature a fully operational maid café, providing a delightful and immersive dining experience throughout the three-day event. Attendees can expect to be served by friendly staff dressed in character outfits, adding to the unique atmosphere of WasabiCon.

Ticket Information

Tickets for this year’s event are reasonably priced, with a three-day pass available for $65. Alternatively, single-day admissions can be purchased at $25 for Friday, $45 for Saturday, and $35 for Sunday. Tickets can be acquired in advance through the WasabiCon website or directly at the venue on the event days. For the most current and comprehensive schedule of activities, downloading the WasabiCon app from the Apple App Store or Google Play is highly recommended.

About Green Mustard Entertainment

Green Mustard Entertainment, the driving force behind WasabiCon, began its journey as a Japanese animation fan club, named Wasabi Anime®, back in 2001. This grassroots effort eventually blossomed into the establishment of the WasabiCon series of anime conventions, with the first event being hosted in 2012. Today, Green Mustard not only organizes the Jacksonville event but also hosts WasabiCon PDX in Portland, Oregon, and WasabiCon NOLA in New Orleans, Louisiana. The company's commitment to delivering top-quality Asian pop culture experiences has made it a leader in the industry, contributing significantly to the world of consumer-focused media events.

For those eager to delve into the vibrant world of anime and pop culture, WasabiCon 2025 is sure to be an unforgettable experience, filled with excitement, creativity, and community spirit. Be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an action-packed weekend!

For more details, visit WasabiCon Official Website.