KizunaCon Entertainment Built With the Community
KizunaCon Little Rock isn’t just somewhere to shop — it’s a full day of activities, competitions, workshops, games and opportunities to meet other anime fans.
Our programme has been shaped with help from cosplayers, creators, ambassadors and members of the local anime community, with activities designed to give you something to do throughout the entire convention.
Everything below is included with your KizunaCon admission unless otherwise stated.
Anime Scavenger Hunt – Explore, Solve, Win!
Think you can complete the challenge?
Explore KizunaCon, follow the clues and complete challenges around the convention for your chance to win prizes.
It’s also a great excuse to explore parts of the event you might otherwise miss.
Cosplay Contest – Take the Stage
Whether you’re entering your first contest or you’re an experienced competitive cosplayer, the KizunaCon Cosplay Contest is your chance to showcase your creativity.
Our contest includes craftsmanship and runway elements, experienced judging, prizes and the opportunity to celebrate the work that goes into bringing a character to life.
Not competing? Come along, cheer for the contestants and enjoy one of the biggest moments of the day.
Silent Disco – Three channels. One dance floor.
Put on your wireless headphones, choose your channel and dance your way through KizunaCon.
Our all-day Silent Disco gives attendees three different music channels to switch between, featuring anime openings and endings, J-Pop, K-Pop, video-game soundtracks, remixes and more.
From the outside: total silence.
Inside the headphones: a completely different story.
Voice Actor Panels – Learn, Discuss & Get Involved
KizunaCon’s panels and workshops are designed to be interactive, community-led and easy to join.
Throughout the day, attendees can take part in a mix of discussions, practical sessions and fandom-focused activities covering anime, cosplay, creativity and community.
Programming includes sessions such as:
🎭 Cosplay for Parents
💬 Weeb Discussion Panel
🧵 Cosplay Workshops
🤝 Friend Finder & Community Meetups
🎤 Fan-led discussions and interactive sessions
Whether you want to learn a new skill, join a conversation, meet other fans or hear from experienced creators, there will be something happening throughout the day.
Retro Gaming Consoles – Play, Compete, connect
Drop into the Gaming Zone throughout the convention for freeplay gaming, community competition and programmed tournaments.
Whether you’re chasing a tournament win, playing casually with friends or meeting someone new over a game, the Gaming Zone is designed to be another place for fans to connect.
