1) Zenkaikon – What you need to know

Since 2006, Zenkaikon has been an annual tradition in Lancaster City. It’s a celebration of anime, comics, games, science fiction, fandom, cosplay, video games, and much more! This three-day event takes place Friday, May 4 – Sunday, May 6 at the Lancaster Marriott & Convention Center.

“There is so much to do this year,” said K. Nai Seeney, Convention Chair of Zenkaikon. “We have great speakers. I am so excited for Phil LaMarr—I am a big fan of his, and I am so happy to get a star of his caliber for our convention.”

Attendees come from all over to experience Q&A panels with featured guests (including Jad Saxton, Sarah Wiedenheft, Charles Dunbar, and others), special screenings of live action and anime films, video game competitions, music by Triforce Quartet (a traditional string quartet that plays video game music!), DJs, tabletop gaming, and cosplay. There is even a LARP (Live Action Role Play) opportunity where you can play as your favorite anime or manga character.

“Our LARP event is very popular,” added K. Nai. “But we also have a cosplay masquerade where attendees can show off their costumes and even do a skit on stage.”