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# Ai Kon 2026 · Winnipeg, MB, Canada · Anime | TradeShowIntel

> Ai-Kon is Manitoba's largest anime convention, taking place July 17-19, 2026 at RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Canada. The three-day event features cosplay,

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# Ai Kon 2026

Ai-Kon is Manitoba's largest anime convention, taking place July 17-19, 2026 at RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Canada. The three-day event features cosplay, panels, gaming, a marketplace with vendors and artists, and various performances. It is organized by a volunteer board and attracts anime fans from across Canada and the US.
Ai-Kon is Manitoba's largest anime convention, taking place July 17-19, 2026 at RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Canada. The three-day event features cosplay, panels, gaming, a marketplace with vendors and artists, and various performances. It is organized by a volunteer board and attracts anime fans from across Canada and the US.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 17–19 Jul 2026

- **Location:** Winnipeg, MB, Canada

- **Venue:** RBC Convention Centre

- **Industry:** Anime

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 282+

- **Attendees:** 10,500+

## Why exhibit
Ai-Kon offers vendors and artists access to a passionate audience of anime and pop culture fans from across Canada and the US. The convention's marketplace provides high foot traffic over three days, with opportunities to showcase merchandise, artwork, and services. Exhibiting at Ai-Kon allows businesses to connect directly with a dedicated community, benefiting from the convention's strong reputation and loyal attendee base.

## Why visit
Ai-Kon offers attendees three days of immersive anime and pop culture experiences, including cosplay contests, gaming tournaments, panels, performances, and a massive marketplace. Visitors can meet industry guests, explore unique merchandise from artists and vendors, and connect with fellow fans. With 24-hour programming, there's always something exciting happening at Manitoba's largest anime convention.

## Exhibitor profile

- Anime merchandise

- Comics and illustration

- Cosplay accessories

- Crafts and handmade goods

- Collectibles

- Retro gaming

- Snack and beverage

## Visitor profile

- Anime fans

- Manga enthusiasts

- Cosplayers

- Gamers

- Pop culture collectors

- Artists

- Families

## Industries

- Anime

- Manga

- Japanese Pop Culture

- Cosplay

- Gaming

## Organisers

- Ai-Kon