RakuCon Manchester - A Japanese Popular Culture Convention

RakuCon, a Japanese Popular Culture Convention, returns to the heart of Manchester at Pendulum Hotel on the 17th - 18th August 2024. Don't miss out on an exciting weekend boasting an incredible array of artists and dealers, cosplayers, performances, panels, an anime and emo after party and so much more!

? For all details about RakuCon Manchester, please head over to our website www.rakucon.co.uk ?

When?

17th - 18th August 2024

Where?

Pendulum Hotel & Conference Centre, Sackville St, Manchester M1 3BB

Opening times:

• Saturday: 10am - 6pm
• Sunday: 12pm - 5pm

What to expect at RakuCon:

? Amazing Dealers and Incredible Artists:

We’ll have a wide variety of dealers and artists alike! With both a dealers room and artists alley! We have a strict policy for absolutely no bootleg merch, so you can shop safely knowing you’re only buying from dealers with official anime figures and collectibles, as well as artists with unique styles for both their original and fanart items.

? Performances, Workshops, Panels:

Take a break from walking around the convention and watch some amazing performers! There will be a lovely variety of performances over the exciting weekend! If you’re interested in performing at Raku Con then head over to the Performers page to fill out the application form. There will also be a range of panels and workshops to watch and take part in!

? Creator Guests:

We'll have some lovely creator guests attending Raku Con Manchester! You can check out the creator guests that will be attending Raku Con by clicking here.

? Games Room, Cosplay Competition, Cosplay Photo Areas:

Expect a games room with a range of exciting consoles, cosplay competitions, as well as a range of areas dedicated to taking photos in your cosplays! From aesthetic areas to green screens! We’ll have lots of things to take your cosplay photos to the next level!

? RakuCon X Otaku Drive Events Anime and Emo After Party:

We will be hosting an after party at Retro Bar on the Saturday evening. The party will begin in the lovely bar hosting a range of performances on the stage. We’ll then move to the club downstairs from 11pm for the anime and emo party!

? Venue Info:

The event will be held at Pendulum Hotel in Manchester! The hotel is based right in the heart of Manchester so there’s plenty of car parking space nearby, as well as plenty of restaurants, bars, cafe’s and shops.

? FAQ:

For our frequently asked questions, please click here.

Host or Publisher Rakuevents LTD