NekoCon

05/28/2026

THE MERCH SIGNAL HAS BEEN ACTIVATED

Purrzilla has stomped into the merch booth early, and preorders are OPEN RIGHT NOW!

You can now preorder your:

Official NekoCon 2026 Program Book
Official Convention T Shirt
Official NekoCon Happi Coat

Already purchased your weekend badge? No problem! You can still go back and preorder merch as an add on.

A valid NekoCon 2026 badge is required to preorder merch, and all preordered items will be available for pickup at the official merch booth during NekoCon 2026.

Preorder deadlines:
Program Book and Convention T Shirt: September 1
Happi Coat: July 15

Don’t wait until the roar gets louder. Secure your merch before Purrzilla claims it all!

Preorder now and get ready for the rise of Purrzilla!

05/22/2026

The registration desk is the first stop for so many attendees, and we’re looking for leaders ready to help make that experience smooth, welcoming, and organized!

NekoCon is currently accepting applications for:

Registration Department Head
Registration Assistant Department Head

These roles are perfect for dependable, detail-oriented folks who enjoy helping people, keeping things moving, and leading a team in a fast-paced convention environment.

If you’re interested in helping support one of the most important parts of the attendee experience, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlzrMfXMte9YL7dpM5–AAhwbcxZMfWaJi0Y96qhbNXpm5Bw/viewform

Help us keep the line moving before Purrzilla stomps through registration! 🐾

05/16/2026

🚨 THE MONSTER HAS ARRIVED 🚨

The NekoCon 2026: Rise of Purrzilla Happi Coat is officially available for pre-order!
Wrap yourself in kaiju-sized convention style and rep NekoCon 2026 with the roar of Purrzilla behind you. 🐾🔥

💥 Pre-orders open now through July 15
💥 $65 Pre-Order
💥 $75 At Show

Already purchased your NekoCon badge? You can still pre-order the Happi Coat! Visit:
https://events.leapevents.com/event/nekocon-2026
and look under Add-Ons.

⚠️ Please note: This pre-order does NOT include admission to NekoCon. A valid NekoCon badge is required.
🛍️ Pickup will be at the Merch Booth during the convention.

🎨 Design by:

05/15/2026

🚨 THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS 🚨

A monstrous merch drop is creeping closer…
Something fierce.
Something stylish.
Something worthy of Purrzilla. 👀🔥

This Friday at 4 PM, the next piece of NekoCon 2026: Rise of Purrzilla merch will be unleashed.

You’ve heard the rumble… now prepare for the reveal.
Will you be ready when the beast awakens?

05/12/2026

THE ROAR IS GETTING LOUDER… AND VIP IS CALLING. 🚨

This is your chance to experience NekoCon 2026 from the front of the action.

🔥 $150 VIP BADGE
🔥 INCLUDES REGULAR WEEKEND ADMISSION
🔥 LIMITED TO ONLY 200 VIPS
🔥 REGISTER NOW AT nekocon.com

Go beyond the standard con experience and unlock the perks worthy of a true kaiju-level weekend:

⚡ Private VIP Pre-Party on Thursday
⚡ Dedicated VIP Registration Check-In
⚡ Early access to Artist Alley & Exhibits Hall
⚡ Front-of-line access for autographs
⚡ Dedicated VIP Concierge Team
⚡ VIP-only NekoCon swag
⚡ VIP-only giveaways and more
⚡ Priority access for select panels
⚡ Reserved seating for main events

When Purrzilla rises, only a chosen few will stand at the center of the chaos.

Don’t wait. Don’t hesitate. Don’t get left behind when the gates open.

VIP is limited. Admission is included. The hype is massive. The countdown has begun.

04/20/2026

THE MONSTER HAS DELAYED ITS RAMPAGE… FOR NOW.

Good news, creators: the application deadline for Author’s Alley and The Back Alley (18+ area) has been extended to April 30th.

Writers, artists, and daring vendors of the shadows, this is your sign to make your move before the city walls close again.

The call has gone out. The deadline has shifted. But when April 30th arrives, the stomp of fate will be final.

Enter Author’s Alley. Claim your place in The Back Alley.
Before the beast decides it has waited long enough.

https://www.nekocon.com/artists-alley

04/01/2026

The city is stirring… and the call has gone out across NekoCon 2026.

From legendary Featured Panelists to the creators bringing panels and workshops to life, now is your chance to join the rise of Purrzilla and leave your mark on NekoCon 28.

Featured Panelist Applications are open now through June 30, 2026
https://forms.gle/S3nYsTW441jKMqUq6

Panel & Workshop Applications are open now through July 31, 2026
https://forms.gle/jciARiPAjGQAfebn6

Got an idea worthy of shaking the convention center to its core? We want to see it. Whether you are a returning fan favorite or a fresh new force ready to emerge from the shadows, this is your moment to take the stage.

Questions can be sent to [email protected]

04/01/2026

🚨 WARNING: CREATIVE ENERGY LEVELS ARE RISING 🚨

A kaiju-sized wave of talent is heading straight for NekoCon, and now is your chance to be part of it.

Applications for Artist Alley, Author Alley, and The Back Alley are NOW OPEN. Whether you’re bringing prints, books, original art, or something wild enough to shake the skyline, we want to see it. But don’t wait too long — applications close April 15th.

Submit your application now:
www.nekocon.com/artists-alley

03/31/2026

Help Us Shape the Future of Anime Fandom! Are you passionate about anime conventions and looking to take a leadership role behind the scenes? Our Programming Department is growing, and we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team for several key positions. We are currently recruiting for:

Chibi Programming: Help us curate the best "mini" experience for our community!
👉 Apply for Chibi Leadership below https://tinyurl.com/ChibiLeadership

Live Events: Manage the stage, the lights, and the excitement. If you love the energy of main events, this is for you.
👉 Apply for Live Events Leadership below
https://tinyurl.com/LiveEventsLeadership

Programming Asst Division Head: Join our Assistant Division Head team to help oversee the broad logistics of our convention programming.
👉 Apply for Programming Assistant Division Head below
https://tinyurl.com/ProgramAsstDivHead

Why Join Us? Gain experience in event management, work with a passionate team of fans, and help create unforgettable memories for thousands of attendees.

Apply today and help us make this year’s convention the best one yet!

Applications close by midnight on 4/17

Thank you for your interest in the role of Programming Assistant Division Head for NekoCon 2026! This role is extremely heavy on both pre-con and at-con work. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, motivated, able to collaborate with others, able to attend monthly staff meetings, answer email...