Anime Convention Experience (ACE) 2026

📅 Date: May 2, 2026

⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM

📍 Location: SpookEasy Lounge – 1909 N 15th St, Tampa, FL 33605

🔞 All ages until 7pm, 18+ upstairs/21+ downstairs 7pm on.

Join your community members and friends in a WHOLE DAY of cosplay and anime fandom at ACE, a high-energy, immersive experience celebrating all things anime, gaming, cosplay, and alternative culture! Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer, a creative champion, or just love the convention scene, this event has something for you!

✨ Special Events & Guests:

🏆 Cosplay Contests - Show off your best looks and compete for the first-place craftsmanship prize of $100 cash! Our lovely judges are excited to see your creative skills! Hosted by BeastieFangs, PhantomBytes, and ShiliPrincess

💜Sweeet Abyss Maid Café - Experience the devilish charm of a real maid café! Our resident spooky, cute cafe is at your service!

⭐️Performance Showcase - Watch an electrifying open stage showcase of local idol, drag, and variety performers! Hosted by the great ghost of Orlando, KRUFFYN!

APPLICATIONS OPEN SOON! Stay tuned~

🔥 Burlesque Hour - A sultry, nerdy twist on classic burlesque entertainment! Hosted by the Lush with the Lashes, Alistair Graves

🪩 K-POP Rave - Dance to your favorite songs and bust out choreo with our DJ M1CK!

📚 Informative Panels - local members of the cosplay community will be presenting panels to inspire and inform others!

🛍️ “Vendors Hall” Market - Shop from local artists offering anime, fashion, and pop culture goodies downstairs!

🍹 Specialty Drinks & Food Menu - Curated drinks and snacks to fuel your day!

🎶 Moe Moe Karaoke - Belt out your favorite songs with the Maid Cafe!

🎁 50/50 Raffle for Charity, Prizes & More!

💫 Join fellow fans, make new friends, and experience the ultimate community-based nerd event!

🎟️ TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW ONLINE! TICKETS START AT $15 FOR THE WHOLE DAY! Online pre-purchased tickets or cash at the door are available! IDs will be checked at the door after 7 pm.

Follow @AceCommunityEvent, @NessiPoodle, & @TheSpookEasy on Instagram and Facebook for updates!

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