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18+

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18+ Bungo Slay Dogs
18+ turns into lust - and Bungo Stray Dogs becomes Bungo Slay Dogs. It is... 		18+
18+ Dating Game
Loid Forger finds himself opposite a screen where Tifa, Sora, and Sailor Moon... 		18+
18+ Lip Sync Exhibition
Love lip sync battle? Wish it were a little more raunchy? Come see cosplayers... 		18+
AAC Whose Anime Is It Anyway: 18+ Edition
Good evening everybody and welcome to Whose Anime Is It Anyway? The panel... 		18+
Alien Stage does Jackbox
Ever wondered what your favorite alien stage characters do when they’re not... 		18+
BL Halloween Game Show
Calling all shameless BL/yaoi fans! It’s time to celebrate Halloween the... 		18+
Daddy Panel
Come discuss with our panel of experts what makes an Anime Daddy (along with... 		18+
D&D Smash & Pass (Crooked Moon Edition) 18+
You asked, we listened—and now we’re back under the haunted glow of the... 		18+
Dramatical Murder Brainrot Panel
Do you love the hit yaoi game Dramatical Murder? Are you brainrotted beyond... 		18+
Jackbox Party Game Night
Come join us for a hilarious fun night of Jackbox! 		18+
Let's Make a 4KIDS Dub!
Remember 4KIDS Entertainment and that (in)famous dub of One Piece (an anime... 		18+
The Uncensored History of Yaoi and Yuri
Everyone loves yaoi and yuri, right? We’re here to give you the spiciest... 		18+
Wrong answer only! Anime edition! 18+
Facts? Logic? Accuracy? Never heard of them. In Wrong Answers Only, we ask... 		18+
Yaoi Madlibs
Tropes, and prizes, and _____, oh my! Back at it again, it's the classic... 		18+

Cosplay

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3D Printing for Cosplay
Learn the ins and outs of 3d printing items to incorporate with your... 		Cosplay
Cosplay Chess
Cosplay
Cosplay Dance Showcase
Come see a variety show of cosplay dance performances! Our performers have... 		Cosplay
Cosplay Death Match
A tournament style battle royale where two opposing characters are pulled on... 		Cosplay
Cosplay Improv Games
For those who want an opportunity to show off acting skills as their favorite... 		Cosplay
Cosplay Lip Sync Battle
Lip Sync Battle is here at AAC! Ever seen Death Match? Think that, but with... 		Cosplay
Cosplay Singer
The Cosplay Singer is a showcase of vocal talent from the New England idol... 		Cosplay
Cosplay Whodunnit
A Cosplay Game with a twist on the classic board game Clue that puts your... 		Cosplay
Idol Dancing
Are you ready to be an idol? Are you ready to fight demons with your song?... 		Cosplay
Idol Festival
Do you love Idols? Come on and watch the amazing Idol groups that are here in... 		Cosplay
K-POP Random Dance Play!
Come join us in dancing to your favorite K-POP songs! To songs from TWICE to... 		Cosplay
Masquerade
A one of a kind show that is out of this world. 		Cosplay

Game Shows

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AAC 10,000 BERRY PYRAMID
COULD YOU AND A PARTNER CLIMB THE ANIME PYRAMID BEFORE THE OTHER TEAM TO WIN... 		Game Shows
AAC CHAIN REACTION
COULD YOU CONNECT RAMEN TO TREASURE? OR HOW ABOUT MAGIC TO NINJA? COME AND... 		Game Shows
AAC DEAL OR NO DEAL
CAN YOU RESIST THE TEMPTATIONS OF AAC'S ANIME BANKER AS THEY TRY TO TEMPT YOU... 		Game Shows
AAC FAMILY FUED
DO YOU SHARE THE SAME MINDSET AS OTHER ANIME OR CONVENTION GOERS?? COME FIND... 		Game Shows
AAC MATCH GAME
COME SEE IF YOU CAN TELEPATHICALLY CONNECT WITH OUR PANEL OF GUEST AS YOU TRY... 		Game Shows
AAC's Hunger Games !
Step into the arena at AAC’s Hunger Games, a live event powered by the... 		Game Shows
AAC Whose Anime Is It Anyway: All Ages Edition
Good evening and welcome to Whose Anime Is It Anyways! The series where... 		Game Shows
Anime Greed: AAC's Most Dangerous Game Show!
Based on the short lived game show on FOX and back again for its 6th year... 		Game Shows
Anime Pass the Yen Game Show!
Having first started in 2014 at this very con, and back again for its 11th... 		Game Shows
Balatro: AAC 2025 Edition
The Rougelike Poker Deck Building Game comes to AAC! Come and play our custom... 		Game Shows
D&D Therapy
Welcome back to D&D Therapy, where YOU control the story! The Audience will... 		Game Shows
Explain the plot badly!
Can you guess your favorite anime from a terrible explanation? Probably... 		Game Shows
Gamechanger
Welcome to Gamechanger, the only game show where the rules change every show!... 		Game Shows
JEOPARDY FINALS
THE DAY HAS ARRIVED AS YOUR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY WINNERS CHALLENGE THEIR... 		Game Shows
JEOPARDY PRE-LIM
AAC JEOPARDY RETURNS AND CHALLENGES YOU TO TEST YOU KNOWLEDGE AND SEE IF YOU... 		Game Shows
JEOPARDY PRE-LIM
AAC JEOPARDY RETURNS AND CHALLENGES YOU TO TEST YOU KNOWLEDGE AND SEE IF YOU... 		Game Shows
Million dollars but... anime edition!
Do you want to be a millionaire? Well… sorry, wrong show. Welcome to Million... 		Game Shows
Name and SING That Anime Tune
We will play the tune, and the quickest audience member who can name the tune... 		Game Shows
Stories Worth Scrolling: Top Webtoon Picks
Dive into the world of digital comics as we explore ten captivating series... 		Game Shows
The Progressively Specific FNaF Quiz
A quiz panel to test anyone and everyone's knowledge on lesser known Five... 		Game Shows
Tier List Debate Challenge: Now with Microtransactions!
Tier List Debate Challenge is back for more debates about Anime, Video Games,... 		Game Shows
Weakest Link: AAC 2025 Edition
Nine Contestants compete in a fast pace game of trivia questions to build up... 		Game Shows
Well... Actually...
A statement will be presented to you. It is your job to determine what is... 		Game Shows
Who Wants to be an Animillionaire?
Back again for its 14th overall year at AAC, come join the fun as we bring to... 		Game Shows

Workshop

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AAC 2025 Miniature Pick n' Paint
Pick a miniature, paint it up and take it home! Our supply of miniatures to... 		Workshop
Arts & Crafts: Advanced Arts & Crafts: Crocheting a UFO
Calling all crocheters or people who want to learn: come make a little UFO... 		Workshop
Arts & Crafts: Beginner's Hand Sewing
Come learn or practice hand sewing! We'll go over seven types of stitches,... 		Workshop
Arts & Crafts: Hand Sewing 2.0: Dino Nuggies!
And after learning how to sew, stay a little longer and practice your... 		Workshop
Arts & Crafts: Parasols and Fans!
Late-night karaoke with the c0splaygirlz. Step up to the mic or enjoy the... 		Workshop
Arts & Crafts: SPACE PERLERS
Join us and make planets out of Perler beads! Make 'em, melt 'em, and take... 		Workshop
Arts & Crafts: Tile Painting
We have tiles, paint, and sealant. All we need is your creativity and you to... 		Workshop
Cosplay Figure Drawing
Draw from life in a classroom-like setting as artist Sarah Forde AKA... 		Workshop
Getting Started With Dungeons and Dragons
A small look into the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Come learn the basics... 		Workshop
Introduction to Ichiban Kuji
Ichiban Kuji is a term for a Japanese lottery system where you can win prizes... 		Workshop
Make Paper Airplanes with Muichiro, Tanjiro, & Friends
Taking that one cute slice of life episode from the Hashira Training Arc of... 		Workshop
Make your own Imp-sona!
are you a fan of helluva boss? like OCs? come down to learn and create your... 		Workshop
Making & Learning: Ita Bags!
Have you ever heard of "ita bags"? yes or no come here to learn about them... 		Workshop
Sketchbook Swap
Bring your sketchbook to the designated table, take someone else’s sketchbook... 		Workshop
Subverting Genres: Generational Tropes and How to Break them
This panel will be a brief look into some select titles in anime, manwha, and... 		Workshop

Interactive

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AAC's Ninja warrior
Get Ready, Warriors! We’re thrilled to welcome you back for another epic... 		Interactive
All About Vinyl & Resin Doll Collecting
Interested in learning all about collecting and showing off Asian ball... 		Interactive
Arcade Rhythm Games and You!
Want to get out of the house, get a little exercise, and (maybe) touch grass... 		Interactive
Arin's Autism Assessment
From cannibalism and true crime to animals, cryptids, and languages, take the... 		Interactive
Arts & Crafts: Terrariums
Sunday at AAC is a time for plants. Fake plants, but plants nonetheless. 		Interactive
Baldur's Gate 3 Bingo
Come sit among other BG3 fans. Bond. Play the classic game bingo, but with a... 		Interactive
BBE Game Shows Presents: PRESS YOUR LUCK
The game with Big Bucks and No Whammies is back! Contestants chosen from our... 		Interactive
Bingo
Come play Bingo with us and win some prizes! Important note: This event has... 		Interactive
BL Bang, Marry, Kill
What if Izuku Midoriya married Shinji Ikari? What if Eren Yeager banged... 		Interactive
Cosplanning 101: Build Breakdowns
Ever want to make a cosplay but not know where to start? We're two masters... 		Interactive
Dazai’s anime bingo
Come play bingo with Dazai from bungo stray dogs!! 5 rounds and multi fandom... 		Interactive
Fandom Guess That Hinge Profile!
Have you ever seen a Hinge answer that just shook you to your very core? Or... 		Interactive
From Cover to Creation: Reimagining Anime Music With Your Own Sound
Are you interested in transforming anime and J-pop songs into something... 		Interactive
Haunting in New England
Was that a ghost? Or was it just a hoax? The New England area is full of... 		Interactive
Investing in yourself with Doug Dimmadome
Do you know what the second best investment you can make is? It's... 		Interactive
It’s Dangerous to Chat Alone...Weird Questions for Better Conversation
Join your God of Odd (Conor Fitz) and humble host (Evan Ciejka) for a... 		Interactive
Kahoots of Teyvat!
Test your Genshin knowledge in this interactive kahoot panel! Join us... 		Interactive
Karaoke with c0splaygirlz
Late-night karaoke with the c0splaygirlz. Step up to the mic or enjoy the... 		Interactive
Last Otaku Standing
Participants stand in front of the room and will see an anime trivia question... 		Interactive
Lets Rank Anime openings
If you enjoy listening to anime openings then this Panel is for you, will... 		Interactive
Level up your cosplay with friendship!
Cosplayers of all ages and levels come together and work on their cosprojects... 		Interactive
Love Live! Jeopardy!!!
Want to test your knowledge on Love Live! or at maybe learn something new... 		Interactive
Making A Horror Game In RPG Maker
RPG Maker is a wonderful platform for designing and developing video games... 		Interactive
Manga Ebooks and Webtoons
Curious about manga ebooks or webtoons, but don’t know where to start? We... 		Interactive
Mario Kart World Tournament
Brand new Mario Kart, brand new tournament. Think you're the best Mario Kart... 		Interactive
MS Paint Shenanigans: Another Anime Con
Join in for 60 minutes of nonstop badly drawn MS Paint art. You draw the... 		Interactive
Pretty Cure: The Best Magical Girl Anime You've Never Heard Of
Pretty Cure (Precure) is a long-running magical girl franchise that's been... 		Interactive
Resident Evil for Dummies
Excited for Resident Evil 9 but a bit confused on the timeline? Wondering who... 		Interactive
Sink or Ship
Do you have a toxic ship that you secretly love? Or a popular one you... 		Interactive
The Magnus Archives Is A Podcast
Distributed by rustyquill.com and licensed under a creative commons... 		Interactive

Guest Panel

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Amanda Gish's Get to Know Me, Q&A
This is a general Q&A to get to know me, Amanda Gish! Come and join me to... 		Guest Panel
Are You Smarter Than a Weeaboo?!?!
Back for its 8th year overall at AAC! Come join this fun co-op Jeopardy based... 		Guest Panel
Before You Build: A Guide to Smarter Cosplay Design
Whether you’re planning a simple or show stopping cosplay, proper planning is... 		Guest Panel
Closing Ceremonies
Guest Panel
Convention Etiquette
Guest Panel
Cosplay Armor 101
Have you ever seen a set of armor in a video game or anime and thought " I... 		Guest Panel
Dub Direction: Behind the Mic with Ben Stegmair
Directing anime isn't just hitting "record," it's timing, tone, translation,... 		Guest Panel
Inside the Mind of Inharu: Ben Stegmair Live
Join Ben Stegmair, the voice of Iharu in Kaiji No. 8, for an electrifying... 		Guest Panel
Life as a Director & Producer
Guest Panel
Master the Masquerade: Your Judges’ Guide to Cosplay Competitions!
Your judging team (Hatake Cosplay, Sahara Cosplay, & StarsOfCassiopeia)... 		Guest Panel
Meet the Voice Actors!
Meet the VAs! Come join Amanda Gish, Lara Meador and Shawn Gann to ask them... 		Guest Panel
Opening Ceremonies
Guest Panel
Representation in VA - Accessibility, Inclusivity, and Working Remote
Shawn Gann discusses accessibility, inclusivity, and remote work with... 		Guest Panel
Shawn Gann VO Story Time
Spend some time with Shawn Gann as he tells stories of what it's like to be a... 		Guest Panel
The highs and lows of “VO” - it’s not all glitz and glamor!
Amanda Gish talks about the highs and lows of Voice Overs and her crazy or... 		Guest Panel
Where the Wild Pics Are: A Guide to On-Location Cosplay Photography
Capturing that perfect cosplay photo is a challenge– and sometimes that means... 		Guest Panel

Social Meetup

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AMV Contest Screening/Voting Saturday
The Anime Music Video (AMV) contest showcases fan-made videos that creatively... 		Social Meetup
Bungo Stray Dogs Social
Come join us for year 3 of the Bungo Stray Dogs Social! We will have cake for... 		Social Meetup
Hang with Lisa, let's talk about books
Hang out with the Con Chair and talk about your favorite books 		Social Meetup
Intergalactic Sock Hop
Join us for some fun and funky vibes at the Intergalactic Sock Hop! Step into... 		Social Meetup
Karaoke with c0splaygirlz
Late-night karaoke with the c0splaygirlz. Step up to the mic or enjoy the... 		Social Meetup
Love Live Random Dance
From the dawn of μ‘s to the final Aquors Live the Idol Community of AAC has... 		Social Meetup
Swap Meet
Are you an otaku looking to declutter or maybe a collector looking to... 		Social Meetup
The Relaxing J-Pop Oldies' Social Hour
If you're looking for a panel to sit back, relax, and listen to some great... 		Social Meetup
Yard Sale
Are you an otaku looking to declutter or maybe a collector looking to... 		Social Meetup

Informational

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AMV Contest Winners Screening
We will be playing the winners of the Anime Music Video (AMV) contest.... 		Informational
A (Not So ) Brief Introduction to the World of One Piece
Do you like anime? Do you like pirates? Do you want to watch an anime about... 		Informational
Creepers TNG: How to avoid them and not become one yourself!
Being creeped on at the convention? Not sure how to interact without coming... 		Informational
Damn Fine Anime: David Lynch in Japanese Pop Culture
Twin Peaks was a surprise hit in Japan, leading to an enduring fascination... 		Informational
Does it still hold up?
Bleach, D Gray man, School Rumble even Trinity Blood are all 20 years old,... 		Informational
Drag for Nerds: A Queer Crash Course
Interested in learning about the overlap between cosplay and drag? Or have... 		Informational
Everyone’s an idol! Introduction to Pretty Series (PriPara and more)
Have you ever heard of Pretty Series? Well... Do you like idols? Ice skating?... 		Informational
From Anime to ESPN: Who’s Really Winning?
What happens when gravity takes a back seat and teenage athletes have the... 		Informational
Gaming on Linux: Not Just For Steam Deck Anymore!
For PC gaming, Microsoft Windows was historically the only viable choice of... 		Informational
How Heavy are the Dumbbells YOU Lift? How Anime can help us become Physically and Emotionally Healthier!
Can anime inspire us to level up our workouts and boost our mood? Absolutely!... 		Informational
How To Take Commissions
Want to get paid for your art? Sarah will walk you through the planning and... 		Informational
Imposter Syndrome in the Cosplay Community
Does the cosplay community got you feeling like an impostor? These award... 		Informational
Indie Horror Games: A Retrospective
Were you ever jumpscared by Freddy Fazbear? Or maybe the twist at the end of... 		Informational
Intro to Competitive Cosplay
Have you ever been interested in starting to Cosplay Competitively but never... 		Informational
Japan Only: Nintendo’s Lesser-Known Catalog
What comes to mind when you think of Nintendo? Mario? Pokemon? Animal... 		Informational
K-pop 101: From Seo Taiji and Boys to XLOV
Join music industry professional Madi for a journey through all five... 		Informational
Let's Go to Japan! Your Guide to Planning, Exploring, and Saving
Want to go to Japan? You're in luck! In this informative panel, you'll learn... 		Informational
Lolita on a Budget
Don't want to spend $300 on a brand dress? Me neither! Join us to learn about... 		Informational
Manga Demographics and You
Shoujo, shounen, josei, seinen—you’ve heard of these manga demographic... 		Informational
Post-Con Depression 4.0: Coping skills and Techniques
It’s been an amazing convention—you’ve seen cool things, met new friends… but... 		Informational
Social Anxiety: Conventions and Beyond!
At conventions, social anxiety can clash with our desire to fully enjoy the... 		Informational
The stage, cosplay, and how NOT to act
Have you ever wanted to be on stage during the Masquerade or Deathmatch and... 		Informational
This ____is no longer available
From mini pancakes to airplane soda to the Kirby cafe and Nintendo World in... 		Informational
Three Cheers for Idols: An Introduction to Calls and MIX
Do you like idols? Do you love the hype and cheering of idol shows? We'll be... 		Informational
Twitch Streaming 101: The True Basics
Welcome to Twitch Streaming 101! Whether you're looking to stream your... 		Informational
Watched All The Chainsaw Man Intro Movie References So You Don’t Have To!
I watched all the movies referenced in the chainsaw man intro so you don’t... 		Informational
You Like the Show, Now Read the Book: The Amazing Digital Circus
Gooseworx's 'The Amazing Digital Circus' has been a cultural phenomenon, but... 		Informational

21+

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It's Always Sunny at AAC 21+: Rise and Fall of the Waifu Empire
*Cue It's Always Sunny Theme* The annual 21+ It's Always Sunny at AAC is... 		21+