Yama Con 2026
From
December 04, 2026
until
December 07, 2026
At Coming soon ( Show Map)
(Please double-check the dates and location on the organizer below before attending.)
Categories: Media and Entertainment, Sports Industry
Yama‑Con 2026 – Overview
Yama‑Con returns to the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN from December 4‑6, 2026. As East Tennessee’s largest anime convention, it offers a weekend of guests, panels, cosplay, gaming, artists, and vendors celebrating anime, Japanese culture, and fandom.
Main Exhibits & Categories
| Category | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Vendors | Anime collectibles, figures, apparel, games, and more in a spacious vendor hall. |
| Artists | Independent creators selling prints, stickers, pins, commissions, and original designs. |
| Itasha Cars | Custom vehicles wrapped in anime‑inspired artwork, showcasing fan creativity. |
| Arcade Gaming | Authentic Japanese arcade cabinets and a variety of computer games (Aegis Gaming). |
| Digital Gaming | Classic and new console/PC titles in a dedicated gaming area (Control Freak Video Games). |
| Tabletop Gaming | Card, board, and role‑playing games including Pokémon, Magic, and D&D (Gamer Link). |
Featured Events
- Cosplay Contest: Judged on construction, accuracy, and presentation with multiple award categories.
- Idol Festival: Live performances inspired by J‑Pop, K‑Pop, and anime idol groups.
- Voca Live Party: High‑energy concert of Vocaloid tracks with glowsticks and vibrant visuals (MayDay Fireball).
- Additional programming includes panels, charity auction, formal ball, lip‑sync contest, and a winter idol gala.
Register for entry or booths
Please register at the organizer website of Yama Con