Holiday Matsuri

About this happenin

Anime and cosplay get three days of holiday tinsel every December at Holiday Matsuri, held in the Orange County Convention Center's West Concourse in Orlando. The program covers voice actor panels, an Artist Alley of independent illustrators, a vendor hall stacked with merch and collectibles, idol performances at IdolFest, the Winter Cosplay Championship, and console and tabletop gaming rooms. Late-night and 18+ programming happens next door at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, which connects to the convention center by an indoor walkway. Everyone 6 and up needs a badge, and children 5 and under get in free. Badges come as full-weekend or single-day passes, priced in tiers that climb as December nears, so early buyers pay less. There's a nursing and baby care room, though some programming is 18+. The West parking lot puts you closest to the action, and the I-RIDE Trolley stops at the convention center. Bring photo ID and your confirmation QR code for badge pickup, and peace-bond any prop weapons. Daily hours are posted closer to the event.

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Where

Orange County Convention Center, West Concourse · 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819

Parking

The West lot is closest to the entrance; it and the North/South lot have charged $20 plus tax. The convention center is cashless, so pay by card or phone, or buy parking online ahead for each day.