LOCATION: MAIN STAGE - ROUND UP INN

Shhhhhh…. it’s a secret for VIP badge holders only.

LOCATION: PANEL 1 - CACTUS ROOM

A Love Live themed random dance play! This is inspired by K-Pop random dance plays. K-Pop RDPs made me realize Love Live has a lot of songs and dances and would be perfect as a game! I love being able to provide a fun dance space for Love Live fans!

PANELIST: Allison Tavera

LOCATION: ECCHI (18+) HALL STAGE

Come learn the basics of burlesque as the Ken Dolls walk you through the methods to tease and tantalize including live demonstrations.

LOCATION: PANEL 2 - LONGHORN ROOM

Anime theme song jeopardy. An open floor style panel. Almost like family feud if you will. Audience members will choose difficulty and then the song will play. First one to press the buzzer gets a chance to answer if not it goes to the next person. Who every wins will get stickers to keep track of there points. At the end the person with my most stickers win. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd

PANELIST: Annie Clark

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE - ROUND UP INN

Dive into the world of BlueLock with a VA Panel + Q&A featuring Drew Breedlove(Meguru Bachira), Ricco Fajardo (Yoichi Isagi), Jim Foronda (Kenyu Yukimura), Cole Feuchter (Tomoya Tada), Kiba Walker (Shoei Baro), and Jordan Dash Cruz (Aoshi Tokimitsu). Hosted by Jay Hairston, join us as we explore behind-the-scenes insights and fan questions with the voices behind the characters.

PANELISTS: Ricco Fajardo, Jim Foronda, Drew Breedlove, Cole Feuchter, Kiba Walker, Jordan Dash Cruz

HOST: Jay Hairston

LOCATION: PANEL 1 - CACTUS ROOM

Camera-Ready!: A guide to self-filming, lighting, and posing.

PANELISTS: AKrCos, Inspector Lemon

LOCATION: COSPLAY CONTEST JUDGING / SWAP MEET - CORRAL ROOM

Join our anime swap meet! Bring your anime collectibles, cosplay gear, and manga for trading. Dive into the bustling marketplace filled with fellow fans, where you can swap your treasures without spending a single yen. It's the perfect opportunity to connect, share your passion, and discover new favorites! The only rule is that no money can be exchanged!

HOSTED BY: LuckoftheLion

LOCATION: OUTDOOR FESTIVAL - WILL ROGERS SQUARE

Idol Nani Performance

Hello! I have been performing since 2019 and my main focus is on the series Love Live! Recently I’ve only performed from the 2nd season Love Live! SUNSHINE!! and I would love to make a come back with the first original group u’s (muse). In this panel I will be performing around 5-6 songs, interact with the audience, have a game show and mini sticker giveaway! I practice months in advance to give the best performance I can give!

LOCATION: PANEL 1 - CACTUS ROOM

AI technology has spurred already incredible changes for content generation in society and challenges to law and the regulatory framework.
This panel will provide a nuanced understanding of the legal issues and topics ranging from intellectual property protection and understanding AI practice for content creators to protect themselves and to leverage the changing landscape for their creativity.
On a introductory level, we will examine intellectual property concerns, regulation, and liability associated with AI, and then shifts focus to the practical administration and protection for any creative in the space who wants to navigate the tumultuous world of generative AI.

PANELIST: Nhut Tan Tran - Director, Senior Legal Counsel, Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

LOCATION: PANEL 2 - LONGHORN

Iridescent Motion Manga Special Screening | Blaze Manga

LOCATION: ECCHI (18+) HALL STAGE

Come join us on the Ecchi stage as we host a performance based contest. Must be in cosplay to participate. Cash prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

HOST: DaphneDear

LOCATION: OUTDOOR FESTIVAL - WILL ROGERS SQUARE

K-pop Random Dance Play (Rexchu, Hoshii Hikari)

LOCATION: PANEL 2 - LONGHORN ROOM

Mjasmine will do a step by step demo on how to use Silhouette Cameo (Silhouette Studio Software) and Cricut (Design Space Software) to create shapes, details, logos, and lettering on heat transfer vinyl and sticker vinyl. Mjasmine will provide a printed guide with all the specifics of the panel to every attendee, and show a Silhouette Portrait machine cutting materials live.

PANELIST: Mjasmine

LOCATION: OUTDOOR FESTIVAL - WILL ROGERS SQUARE

Diva Genesis is a new trio idol group from DFW area Texas! We would perform to Guilty Kiss( Love Live ) in cosplay and have a raffle as well as many games anyone wanting to participate!

LOCATION: ECCHI (18+) HALL STAGE

mpreg? pheromones? going into heat? find out what all the means at BLHQ 's omegaverse 101 panel

PANELISTS: Jennybelly, Stell Chuu

LOCATION: OUTDOOR FESTIVAL - WILL ROGERS SQUARE

Come and join Mad Raven in a day of LARPing on the Lawn! Use the skills you learned in their previous panel or come and participate on your own!

HOSTED BY MAD RAVEN

LOCATION: PANEL 1 - CACTUS ROOM

Follow along with Malindachan as she teaches how to select a wig for your cosplay, essential styling techniques, wig care/travel, and more!

PANELIST: Malindachan

LOCATION: PANEL 2 - LONGHORN ROOM

Cosplay contests can be overwhelming and daunting to enter. Let us help break down the barrier and open up what the judging process and the lead up entails! Taught by two individuals who have both competed, won and judged at multiple conventions. This panel will help to go over many basic rules that are very common at most contests and award types. We hope to inspire many new competitors and go answer any questions they might have!

PANELIST: Margaret Donald

LOCATION: PANEL 1 - CACTUS ROOM

Prepare for a gaming showdown with a twist in 'Are You Smarter Than a Chocobo? A Final Fantasy Version'! Inspired by the classic game 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader,' this panel pits cosplayers based on the Final Fantasy series and co-panelists against the audience for ultimate bragging rights.

From history and religion to science and video games, test your knowledge across various categories from the beloved franchise. Join us for a fun-filled and challenging game show experience that's sure to delight fans of all ages!

PANELIST: Joash Trujillo

LOCATION: ECCHI (18+) HALL STAGE

When it comes to becoming a spicy content creator, it can be lonely and tough to know what’s right or wrong. Come get tips and tricks from a top 0% Onlyfans creator and cosplayer and jumpstart a spicy, but rewarding career!

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE - ROUND UP INN

Embark on a journey into the world of The Apothecary Diaries with a special VA Panel + Q&A session! Join Emi Lo (Maomao), Molly Zhang (Gyokuyou), Veronica Laux (Suirei), and Kelsey Cruz (Yinghua) as they share their experiences bringing this beloved series to life. Hosted by Aeri Rae.

PANELISTS: Emi Lo, Molly Zhang, Veronica Laux, Kelsey Cruz, Host - Aeri Rae

LOCATION: BACKSTAGE CLUB - UPSTAIRS OF WILL ROGERS COLLISEUM

The KimochiiCon Cow Cafe is an 18+ Western-themed maid and butler cafe located upstairs of the Will Rogers Coliseum in the Backstage Club, where attendees can eat, play games, and take photos with our maids and butlers.

Attendees must purchase a ticket at the door to enter. VIP Badge holders will get free access to enter. Food, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase. Alcoholic beverages will be available for 21+ attendees. Please bring a valid government issued ID.

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Saturday 1:00PM - 8:00PM

Sunday 12:00PM - 6:00PM

LOCATION: OUTDOOR FESTIVAL - WILL ROGERS SQUARE

ZOOM is Z Dynasty's extraordinary elementary grade dance team, a troupe that brings the sheer joy and creativity of dance to life. With talented dancers between the ages of 6 to 10, ZOOM is where youthful enthusiasm meets the world of kpop.

CHARIZMA, is the youth cover team under the banner of Z Dynasty. This team is where the stars of tomorrow shine today. Composed of talented dancers aged 11 to 17, CHARIZMA is known for their charismatic performances that mirror the routines performed by your favorite kpop artists.

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE - ROUND UP INN

Welcome to the start of Nishi Fest, a 2-day celebration of anime, gaming, and Asian pop culture fans! Join us for the Opening Ceremony, kicking off the weekend of entertainment and excitement. Gather your friends and get ready for a memorable experience at Nishi Fest!

LOCATION: PANEL 2 - LONGHORN ROOM

What is a LARP (live action role playing) and role playing? How to do it and what’s in it for you? This is an introduction to the amazing world of pretend that LARPing and role-playing can open up for you. We will cover what it is, how to do it and even how it can benefit your real life.

PANELIST: Mad Raven Productions (Dara Kountz)

LOCATION: OUTDOOR FESTIVAL - WILL ROGERS SQUARE

Join us as we introduce riichi mahjong play in the United States! Our event will feature multiple mahjong tables with experienced dealers providing guidance on gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, come dive into the world of riichi mahjong with us!

HOSTED BY: Lone Star Riichi