Anime Las Vegas
March 21, 2026 – March 22, 2026
The Expo at World Market Center — 495 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106
8,000+ estimated attendees
Las Vegas's premier anime convention featuring 60+ celebrity voice actors and industry guests, exclusive reunion panels, and immersive fan programming at the Expo at World Market Center. Now in its fourth year, the event draws anime enthusiasts from across the western United States for autograph sessions, screenings, cosplay competitions, and Q&A panels.
Dates
March 21, 2026 – March 22, 2026
Venue
The Expo at World Market Center
Address
495 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106
Est. Attendance
8,000+
Type
convention
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About Anime Las Vegas
What Is Anime Las Vegas?
Anime Las Vegas 2026 returns for its fourth consecutive year at the Expo at World Market Center on March 21 and 22, drawing approximately 8,000 fans, cosplayers, and industry guests for two days of panels, autographs, screenings, and community programming. The convention features 60+ celebrity voice actors from dubbed and subtitled anime titles across multiple media, exclusive reunion panels, and a full cosplay competition circuit including pre-judging sessions on both days. The World Market Center campus sits in the Arts District adjacent to downtown Las Vegas — a location that puts attendees near the vintage bars, independent restaurants, and creative venues of the 18b Arts District while keeping the Strip accessible by rideshare in 10 to 15 minutes. March is one of the best times of year for outdoor activity in Las Vegas: temperatures in the low 70s during the day and cool nights make walking between venues comfortable. The convention does not overlap with any major trade shows, so hotel availability is strong and room rates are manageable by Las Vegas standards. Anime Las Vegas runs a weekend format — most attendees arrive Friday and depart Sunday evening, which means both convention days (Saturday and Sunday) are full days with early panel programming beginning at 10 AM.
From the Attendee Guide
Badge Pickup & Show Hours
Badge Pickup
Badge pickup and on-site registration for Anime Las Vegas 2026 is available at the World Market Center Expo entrance. Pre-registered attendees can use the express badge pickup lane — bring your confirmation email QR code (digital or printed) to scan for instant badge printing. Lines are shortest in the first 30 minutes of the day and typically longest between 11 AM and 1 PM when day-pass walk-ups are heaviest. Weekend badges purchased in advance online provide the best value and fastest entry. Saturday tends to be the highest-traffic day for badge pickup — if you plan to attend both days, arrive Saturday morning with extra time built in. There is no official pre-show badge pickup the day before (unlike larger trade shows), so plan to arrive 20 to 30 minutes before your first panel or autograph session to account for badge processing. Carry your badge and badge holder at all times — re-entry requires badge scanning at all access points throughout both days of the convention.
Show Floor Hours
Quick Tips for First-Timers
- The Expo at World Market Center is a large campus — download the floor plan from the Anime Las Vegas app or website before arriving so you can plan your route between panel rooms, autograph tables, and the dealer hall. Session capacity is limited at most programming rooms; arrive 15 to 20 minutes early for popular panels and celebrity Q&As.
- Cosplay weather in March Las Vegas is nearly perfect — low 70s outside means you can wear elaborate costumes without overheating between buildings. Bring a light jacket for inside the convention center, which is air-conditioned and can feel cool relative to the comfortable outdoor temperatures.
- The autograph and photo op queue management at Anime Las Vegas assigns time slots for celebrity guests. Check your badge confirmation for pre-assigned slots, and use the official event app to monitor any last-minute schedule changes or added guest availability. Lines for top-tier guests fill within the first hour of each day.
- The 18b Las Vegas Arts District is walkable from the World Market Center — a collection of independent restaurants, bars, and galleries along Main and Charleston. This is an excellent option for dinner before returning to evening convention programming or heading to the Strip.
Getting There
How to Get to Anime Las Vegas
Parking
Free parking is available at the World Market Center parking structure adjacent to the Expo building. The campus is located near downtown Las Vegas, not on the Strip. Arrive early on Saturday morning as the lots closest to the entrance fill by mid-morning during large conventions.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Uber and Lyft are the most convenient option from the Strip. The ride from central Strip hotels typically costs $10 to $18 and takes 10 to 15 minutes. Use the main campus entrance at South Grand Central Parkway for pickup and dropoff.
Public Transit / Monorail
No direct monorail service. Local RTC buses serve the downtown Las Vegas area. A rideshare from the Strip is the most practical option and takes 10 to 15 minutes from most Strip hotels.
Walking from the Strip
The World Market Center campus is near downtown Las Vegas, about 15 minutes by car from the central Strip. Fremont Street and the 18b Arts District are within walking distance. The Strip is not walkable — plan rideshare for travel between the venue and Strip hotels.
Vegas After Hours
Nightlife During Anime Las Vegas
When 8,000 convention attendees descend on Las Vegas for Anime Las Vegas, the nightlife scene shifts into a higher gear. The Strip's biggest clubs extend their lineups, book marquee DJs, and host industry-specific after-parties to capture the surge. Expect longer peak hours, busier dance floors, and an electric atmosphere that feeds off the energy of the convention crowd. Whether your group is celebrating a successful day of meetings or just looking to unwind, you will find every style of nightlife within minutes of your hotel.
Convention weeks create a unique dynamic in Vegas. The typical weekend tourist crowd blends with professionals who are in town on expense accounts and looking to make the most of their evenings. Bottle service tables sell out faster than usual, especially at venues like XS, OMNIA, and Marquee. If VIP seating is on your radar, booking early is strongly recommended. For everyone else, the guest list is the smartest move — it guarantees free entry and lets you skip the general-admission line that grows significantly during major convention weeks.
The best part of going out during Anime Las Vegas is the social element. You will run into colleagues, competitors, and new contacts on the dance floor. Some of the most productive conversations at any convention happen after midnight over cocktails, not on the show floor. Strip clubs like Sapphire and Crazy Horse III are also extremely popular with convention groups — free guest list from your hotel and no cover through our guest list make it an easy choice for groups of any size.
After the Show
Anime Las Vegas After Dark — Nightlife Picks
Anime Las Vegas lands on a weekend in March — one of the best combinations of factors for Las Vegas nightlife: no major trade shows competing for hotel rooms, comfortable temperatures for walking the Strip, and a convention crowd with strong entertainment spending patterns. The weekend format means both Friday and Saturday nights are prime going-out windows. Friday is lighter on convention commitments (no official programming) and is a natural arrival-night option. Saturday night follows the heaviest programming day — the most energy of the three nights. Sunday night is the post-convention send-off, often more relaxed but still very active at clubs hosting weekend-resident DJ performances. The anime convention demographic skews toward electronic music and J-pop adjacent genres — XS Nightclub, Zouk, and OMNIA are strong fits stylistically and in terms of the age and interest profile of the crowd.
XS Nightclub
Nightclub
Las Vegas's highest-grossing nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas — consistent weekend residency DJ lineup in March. XS draws a crowd with overlap in age and music interest with the anime convention demographic. Register for free guest list through NoCoverVegas to skip cover charges during Anime Las Vegas weekend.
Zouk Nightclub
Nightclub
Underground electronic and tech-house at Resorts World. Zouk books artists from the electronic music world that overlap with anime soundtrack culture and J-culture communities. One of the newer and most creatively programmed clubs on the Strip.
OMNIA Nightclub
Nightclub
Caesars Palace's flagship nightclub with the iconic kinetic chandelier main room and a rooftop terrace. OMNIA's weekend programming spans EDM, hip-hop, and trap — broad appeal for groups with mixed music tastes.
Marquee Nightclub
Nightclub
The Cosmopolitan's multi-room club with the Boombox room for hip-hop and the main room for EDM headliners. A strong option for groups who want flexibility in music genre across a single night.
Encore Beach Club
Pool Party (March)
Encore Beach Club opens for the season in March on select weekends. Check the EBC calendar for Anime Las Vegas weekend — early-season pool parties in Las Vegas offer mild temperatures and smaller crowds than summer peak.
Hakkasan Nightclub
Nightclub
MGM Grand's multi-floor mega-club with top-tier EDM and electronic headliners on weekends. Hakkasan books major artists from the electronic music world with crossover appeal across the anime and gaming communities.
Skip the Cover Charge
How to Get Free Entry During Anime Las Vegas
Cover charges at Las Vegas nightclubs typically run $30 to $75 per person during convention weeks, and lines can stretch past an hour. Here is how to skip both.
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Sign Up for the Guest List
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page with your name, phone number, group size, and hotel. It takes less than thirty seconds.
- 2
Get Your Confirmation
You will receive a text message confirming your spot on the guest list along with details about your free guest list entry from your hotel.
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Show Up and Walk In
Your car arrives at the scheduled time. When you reach the venue, give the host your name — you bypass the general-admission line and enter with no cover charge. That is it. No catch, no minimum spend required.
Make the Most of Your Trip
Insider Tips for Anime Las Vegas Attendees
Balance Your Schedule
Convention days are long and draining. If you plan to go out at night, map out which sessions and booths are must-sees so you can leave the show floor by late afternoon. A short break at your hotel between the convention and dinner makes a massive difference in your energy level for the evening ahead.
Pick the Right Nights
The first night of Anime Las Vegas is usually the wildest — everyone has just arrived and the excitement is high. The final night tends to be more relaxed as attendees pack and prepare for early flights. For the best club lineups, Friday and Saturday nights always deliver regardless of the convention calendar.
Recovery Game Plan
Hydration is everything in the desert. Keep a water bottle on you during the convention and match every cocktail with a glass of water at night. Order room service breakfast or grab a quick bite at your hotel before heading to the venue — skipping breakfast after a late night is a recipe for a miserable afternoon on the show floor.
Book as a Group
Heading out with colleagues or clients? Larger groups get better treatment at every venue in Las Vegas. When you sign up for the guest list, include your full group count so we can arrange a ride that fits everyone and ensure your party walks in together. Groups of six or more can often request reserved seating at no extra cost.
Pool Parties During Anime Las Vegas
Convention sessions typically wrap by 5 PM. That leaves the perfect window for a pool party before dinner. Las Vegas dayclubs operate March through October with free guest list entry — a popular choice for networking or blowing off steam after a full day of sessions and exhibits.
After the Show
Top Nightclubs During Anime Las Vegas
XS Nightclub
Wynn Las Vegas
OMNIA Nightclub
Caesars Palace
Hakkasan
MGM Grand
Marquee Nightclub
The Cosmopolitan
TAO Nightclub
The Venetian
Zouk Nightclub
Resorts World
Gentlemen's Clubs
Strip Clubs During Anime Las Vegas
Las Vegas strip clubs are a popular after-hours option during convention week. Most offer free guest list entry and complimentary transportation from your hotel — no cover, no minimums.
Sapphire Las Vegas
Crazy Horse 3
Treasures
Hustler Club
Spearmint Rhino
Peppermint Hippo
Kings of Hustler
Palomino Club
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Anime Las Vegas — FAQ
When and where is Anime Las Vegas 2026?
Anime Las Vegas 2026 takes place on Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22 at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas, 495 S Grand Central Pkwy in the Arts District. Show hours are 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday. The World Market Center campus is approximately 10 to 15 minutes by rideshare from Strip hotels. Advance badge registration is available online at the Anime Las Vegas official website.
What is the cosplay and prop policy at Anime Las Vegas?
Anime Las Vegas actively welcomes cosplay and has no restrictive dress code for convention attire within the event. Cosplay props must comply with the official prop policy — check the convention website for current rules, which typically prohibit realistic-looking firearms and require foam or fabric props to be peace-bonded at the prop check station. For Las Vegas Strip nightclubs after the convention, the standard Las Vegas nightclub dress code applies: collared shirts and dress shoes for men, upscale attire for women. Arriving at a nightclub in cosplay is generally not allowed under nightclub dress code policies — plan to change at your hotel before heading out.
How do I get from the World Market Center to Strip hotels?
The World Market Center is in the downtown Las Vegas Arts District, approximately 2 miles from the north Strip and 4 to 5 miles from the central Strip. There is no monorail or direct transit connection to the Strip. Rideshare (Uber or Lyft) is the most practical option — fares from the World Market Center campus to Strip hotels range from $10 to $18 depending on destination and timing. Pickup is straightforward from the main campus entrance. The Las Vegas Monorail begins at the Sahara Station at the north Strip; combining a rideshare to the Sahara with a monorail pass for strip-to-strip transit is another option.
Are there nightclubs near the World Market Center?
The Arts District and downtown Fremont Street area have bars and lounge options within walking distance of the World Market Center campus. Fremont Street is about a 10-minute walk with multiple bars, casinos, and live music venues including the Fremont Street Experience. For the main Las Vegas nightclub scene — XS, OMNIA, Hakkasan, Marquee, Zouk — you will need to travel to the Strip by rideshare (10 to 15 minutes from the World Market Center). NoCoverVegas offers free guest list access for Strip nightclubs, which provides free entry and skips the cover charge line during Anime Las Vegas weekend.
Is March a good time to visit Las Vegas?
March is one of the best months to visit Las Vegas. Temperatures are mild — highs in the low to mid 70s Fahrenheit during the day, with cool evenings in the 50s. Crowds are moderate compared to summer or major holiday weekends. Some dayclubs (Encore Beach Club and Marquee Dayclub) begin early-season weekend events in March. Outdoor Strip walking is very comfortable. Hotel rates in mid-to-late March, outside of spring break peak weekends, are typically lower than the summer premium season — making Anime Las Vegas one of the more cost-effective Las Vegas convention weekends of the year.
Can I go to nightclubs during Anime Las Vegas?
Absolutely. Las Vegas nightclubs operate year-round and convention weeks are some of their busiest periods. Most venues open at 10:30 PM and run until 4 AM. Sign up for a free guest list to skip cover charges and long general-admission lines.
Is there free transportation to nightclubs during Anime Las Vegas?
Yes. When you sign up through our guest list, you receive a free guest list entry from your hotel to the venue. The guest list is completely free with no obligation to purchase anything at the club.
What is the best night to go out during Anime Las Vegas?
The first and second nights of the convention tend to have the biggest crowds and the most energy. Many attendees save the final night for a quieter dinner instead. Friday and Saturday nights always have the strongest DJ lineups regardless of the convention schedule.
How should I dress for Las Vegas nightclubs?
Nightclubs on the Strip enforce a dress code. Men should wear collared shirts or stylish button-downs with dress shoes — no athletic wear, shorts, or sandals. Women have more flexibility but upscale attire is expected. If you are coming straight from the convention, plan to change at your hotel first.
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