Monthly Convention Guide: April 2026
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Hey there, beautiful souls ā it's a new month, and that means a fresh round of conventions, festivals, and fan events happening across the country. Whether you're a seasoned con-goer or just starting your convention journey, we're here to put events on your radar that you might not have known about. From the cozy local gatherings to the big-name weekends, here's what happening this month.
Grab your planner (and your Kumo Cosmo Convention Checklist) and let's dive in.
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April 25ā26, 2026 | Boston, MA ā Boston Common
New England's largest celebration of Japanese culture takes over Boston Common with authentic food stalls, live music and dance performances, cosplay fashion shows, and vendor goodies galore. Started by volunteers back in 2012, this festival has exploded into one of the East Coast's biggest draws ā we're talking 90,000+ attendees. It's the perfect mix of tradition and trendy, and the whole thing is free to attend.
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April 24ā26, 2026 | St. Charles, MO ā St. Charles Convention Center
Now in its 21st year, Anime St. Louis is the region's go-to anime convention, packed with Japanese animation, manga, cosplay contests, voice actor panels, and a vendor hall that's perfect for merch hunting. What sets it apart is the comic-con energy in a prime Midwest spot ā fashion shows, gaming tournaments, and creative programming that makes this the ultimate spring gathering for otaku and pop culture lovers.
Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival
April 23ā25, 2026 | Marshfield, MO
Okay, this one's a little different ā the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival isn't your typical con, but it's a three-day cultural celebration worth knowing about. Featuring celebrity guests, nostalgia-fest autograph shows, vendor markets, and events honoring the history of Marshfield and Missouri, it's a warm community experience that channels the kind of slice-of-life energy we love. Think small-town charm with big festival vibes.
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April 11ā12, 2026 | Greenville, SC ā Greenville Convention Center
SC Comicon is South Carolina's premier comic and pop-culture convention, bringing top comic artists, celebrity guests, cosplayers, and vendors to Greenville for a family-friendly weekend of geekery. Cosplay contests, media guest panels, and vendor halls brimming with collectibles make this the Upstate's nerd headquarters for a weekend. Bonus: kids 12 and under get in free.
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