October 2026 Anime Events to Look Out For
NYCC world premieres, Collect-A-Con, Paris Manga and more — the anime conventions worth your calendar this month, with locations and ticket links.
October is stacked. From massive world premieres in New York to cosplay-packed weekends across Europe, here are the anime events worth marking on your calendar this month. Tap any location to open it in maps, or hit the ticket button to grab your pass.
🎌 Major Conventions & Industry Showcases
New York Comic Con 2026
Javits Center, New York City, NY, USAWhile a general pop-culture event, NYCC serves as the epicenter for major upcoming anime announcements. This year’s lineup includes exclusive panels with world premieres and first looks.
- Dragon Ball Super: Beerus — world premiere screening of Episode 1 (Oct 8)
- One-Punch Man — major update panel (Oct 10)
- Exclusive looks at Naruto
Animate! Philadelphia 2026
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA, USAA major three-day animation celebration featuring massive guest Q&As, a heavy cosplay presence, and gaming tournaments.
Collect-A-Con Chicago
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL, USAThe massive trading card and anime culture convention’s first October stop — a huge hub for voice actors, anime merch, and TCG tournaments.
Collect-A-Con Dallas
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, TX, USACollect-A-Con’s second October stop brings the same mix of voice actor guests, anime merch, and TCG tournaments to Texas.
Anime NebrasKon 2026
Mid-America Center, 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, USAFeatures highly anticipated industry voice actors like Robbie Daymond.
🌍 Notable International Events
Paris Manga & Sci-Fi Show 2026
Parc des Expositions Paris-Nord Villepinte, FranceOne of Europe’s premier destinations for anime, manga culture, and sci-fi fans.
Bushiroad Expo 2026
Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaBringing the ultimate trading card and gaming experience to Kuala Lumpur.
AnimeCon Dublin 2026
RDS (Royal Dublin Society), Ballsbridge, Dublin, IrelandIreland’s prominent anime gathering returns for a weekend of community meetups and vendor marketplaces.
Őszi MondoCon 2026
Hungexpo, Albertirsai út 10, Budapest, HungaryCentral Europe’s major seasonal celebration of anime, gaming, and cosplay.
Dates, guests and ticket availability can change — always check the official event page before you go. Which of these are you attending? Let us know!
