Manga March Madness Faire

Schedule

Sat Mar 21 2026 at 12:00 pm to 05:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

53rd Street Library | New York, NY

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AniTOMO's Annual Manga Event Celebrating Womens Month ! Hosted at New York Public Library 53rd St Branch!
About this Event

Manga March Madness Faire returns as AniTOMO’s annual celebration of manga and Women’s History Month!

Join us for a free community event at the 53rd Street branch of the New York Public Library dedicated to the artists, stories, and fans who love manga.
This year we’re celebrating the 20th anniversary of Ouran High School Host Club, the beloved Shōjo series written by acclaimed female mangaka Bisco Hatori. Fans will have the chance to explore the series and the wider world of shōjo storytelling through discussion and creative activities. Beyond that we'll be highlighting women in the community that are making a mark in the manga industy in their own unique way. Learn more about the Creator of Cosmyx The Time Witch and Founder of Casita Manga !
Attendees can sign up for one of three 1-hour 30 min sessions featuring:

  • 🌹Manga Spotlight: Ouran High School Host Club
  • 📚 Open Forum: A prievew of upcoming shōjo & josei manga
  • ✏️ Shōjo Illustration Workshop

Happening at 12:00 PM , 2:00 PM, & 4:00 PM EST
As always, expect plenty of cosplay, prizes, and giveaways throughout the event!
This event is free and open to all ages 14+.

Registration is required to secure a seat in a session.
Location:
The New York Public Library – 53rd Street Library
Special thanks to our sponsors and partners:
Brooklyn Book Bodega, AnimeNYC, Japan Foundation NY, and NYPL 53rd Street.
Come celebrate shōjo storytelling, creativity, and community with us—registration is limited to one session per attendee!

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Where is it happening?

53rd Street Library, 18 West 53rd Street, New York, United States

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