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New for Kumoricon 2026, we have a special covered section housing exhibitors selling goods of a risque, lascivious nature as well as tattoo artists - come experience the Lantern District, near the Pre-Function C entrance of the KumoriMarket - but be aware that this area is for adults only!

All attendees who wish to enter must acquire an 18+ hand stamp from the Programming Booth (Pre-Function A), the Info Booths (Pre-Function A, Pre-Function D), or the Programming Office (C125-C126). Please present both your badge and valid government-issued photo ID at any of these locations. If the Info and Programming Booths are closed, please visit the Programming Office.

Kumoricon would like to extend a huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting our 2026 Cosplay Contest!

We’re incredibly grateful to Tandy Leather, Allstarco, Blick Art Materials, Creo Chocolate, FanPowered Press, and NDLWRKshop for helping make this year’s contest possible.

Your generosity helps make the Cosplay Contest a special part of Kumoricon, giving our talented participants the opportunity to share their work and celebrate their love of cosplay with our community.

Thank you for being part of Kumoricon and helping make our 2026 Cosplay Contest a success! We couldn’t do it without you!

Head up to the Metropolitan Tavern on the top floor of the Hotel Eastlund for the special Kumoricon food and drink menu.

Specials available: Thursday, November 12, through Sunday, November 15. Hours: 11:00am–11:00pm

Location: Metropolitan Tavern, top floor of the Hotel Eastlund

Looking for somewhere to unwind after a full day of Kumoricon? We’re taking over the Wild Bean Coffee Bar at the Hotel Eastlund after hours for a weekend of themed cocktails, anime trivia, and good company.

Location: Wild Bean Coffee Bar, first floor of the Hotel Eastlund, across the street from the Oregon Convention Center.

Friday, November 13: 6:00pm-midnight

Saturday, November 14: 6:00pm-midnight

Please note: The Umbrella Lounge is restricted to guests ages 21 and older. Bring a valid ID.

Ready to find your cosplay squad? Connect with fellow fans, swap crafting stories, and celebrate the characters you love at Kumoricon’s official cosplay meetups!

Whether you’re bringing a cosplay of your own or just want to meet others who share your fandom, there’s a meetup waiting for you.

Visit our schedule category for the Cosplay Meetups to explore the schedule, find your fandom, and finish planning your lineup!

We can’t wait to see you there!

The wait is over! Reservations for International Guest of Honor autographs at Kumoricon 2026 are officially OPEN!

Attendees can now reserve their spots for International Guest autograph sessions through Guidebook.

Before making your reservation, be sure to review our autograph information page for reservation instructions, check-in requirements, and waitlist details. Be sure to visit our Autographs page for all the details.

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact our Autographs team at autographs@kumoricon.org.

We look forward to seeing you at Kumoricon 2026!

We’re excited to announce that reservations for International Guest of Honor autographs at Kumoricon 2026 will open on Monday, November 9 at 12:00pm (noon)!

Before making your reservation, be sure to review our autograph information page for reservation instructions, check-in requirements, and waitlist details. Visit our Autographs page for all the details.

Have questions or need assistance? Please reach out to our Autographs team at autographs@kumoricon.org.

We’ve updated how International Guest of Honor autographs are handled this year. All attendees will now need to reserve a spot for an International Guest autograph session through Guidebook.

Reservation steps, check-in requirements, and waitlist details are all available at our autograph page. Reservations will open shortly before the convention and we will announce when they are live.

The 2026 Guidebook is ready to help you navigate Kumoricon!

Download the Guidebook app and search for Kumoricon 2026 to find and download our guide.

Start exploring and get ready for convention weekend!

See you November 13-15 at the Oregon Convention Center!

The wait is over! Kumoricon’s 2026 Schedule is here!

Get ready to step into the exciting world of anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture! From panels and cosplay events to gaming, music, performances, and everything in between, there’s so much to experience at Kumoricon 2026.

Start planning your weekend, find your must-see events, and make the most of three incredible days with your fellow fans!

Explore the full 2026 schedule on our website.

The schedule will also be available on the Guidebook app! We’ll make an announcement as soon as it goes live, so stay tuned for more details.

We’ll see you November 13-15 at the Oregon Convention Center!