All attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

North Plaza (Max Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Only Exhibitors and Artist Alley participants will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 8:00PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 6:00PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 6:00PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 6:00PM

North Apron (Max Gate) – No Priority Entrance
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Only Press and Industry attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 8:00PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 6:00PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 6:00PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 7:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 7:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 7:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 7:00AM – 6:00PM

North Apron (Max Gate) – No Priority Entrance
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

All ADA attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below through the Priority Entrance line.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 6:00PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 6:00PM

North Apron (Max Gate) – No Priority Entrance
Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Amateur and semi-professional artists offer prints, commissions, crafts, clothing, comics and more.

Location: Kentia Hall

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

More info

Want to meet your favorite voice actor, content creator, or guest of honor? Come visit the Autograph area!

Please note: All tickets must be reserved online in advance.

Location: JW Marriott Gold Ballroom

Click on the schedule here (when available)

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 10:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 10:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 10:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 10:00AM – 8:00PM

Local DJs and headliners from Japan all come together to play every major popular genre from J-pop to House music. Plus, take part in dance workshops and competitions.

Location: Concourse Hall (150+151)

Hours of Operation:

Day 1 – (July 3)

•  Workshops/RPD’s/Performances: 12:00PM – 6:00PM
  TBD: 7:00PM – 1:00AM

Day 2-3 – (July 4-5)

• Workshops/RPD’s/Performances: 12:00PM – 6:00PM
• All Ages Dance: 8:00PM – 10:00PM
• 18+ Dance: 10:00PM – 2:00AM

Day 4 – (July 6)
Workshops/RPD’s/Performances: 11:00AM – 3:00PM

See schedule (when available)

More info

Find official AX merchandise exclusively at the Merch Store.

Location: South Hall Lobby & West Hall Lobby

Hours of Operation

South Hall Lobby

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

West Hall Lobby

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Relax under beautiful paper lantern décor while sipping on a variety of Japanese-themed cocktails and food options. This is an experience you don’t want to miss!

Location: Peacock Place at L.A. Live

Hours of Operation

All Ages

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Need to repair your costume and fix your wig? The AX Cosplay Repair Center is provided at no cost as a courtesy to our attendees.

Location: West Hall

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Come experience experiential exhibitors, gaming demos, and photo sets at the Entertainment Hall! No matter what your Entertainment Needs are, the Entertainment Hall has it all!

Location: West Hall

Hours of Operation

All Ages

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Find the perfect backdrop that matches your cosplay among the 10+ sets that you can choose from.

Location: West Hall

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Need assistance? Visit us at Event Operations. We can provide assistance with any questions or concerns you may have. PARENTS: All lost children are escorted to Event Operations to await your arrival.

Location: 508A

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 5:00PM

More info

With over 400 vendors, attendees can explore a vast array of merchandise. Leading anime, manga, gaming, fashion companies will also be previewing upcoming releases and connecting with fans at their industry booths.

Location: South Hall

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

More info

Location: South & West Hall Lobby

South Lobby Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

West Lobby Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Connect with fellow gamers and make new friends with over 60+ free-to-play gaming stations.

Location: West Hall

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Anime Expo is proud to open Ichiban Market for our attendees to get a taste of an authentic Japanese market! Get transported to an immersive culinary and cultural experience that makes you feel like you are walking down the streets of Japan!

Location: Chick Hearn Ct. next to Peacock Place

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 12:00AM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Idol Summer Escape

Idol Summer Escape consists of show with an array of idol entertainment, photo ops, and more.

Location: 515AB

This event requires additional ticket. See schedule (when available).

Industry Lounge is open for Industry Badge attendees to catch up with work on site or hold meetings in-between panels. Wi-Fi, work stations and power sources available.

Location: 309

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:30AM – 6:30PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:30AM – 6:30PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:30AM – 6:30PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:30AM – 3:00PM

More info

If you’re lost or confused, visit Info Services booths to get help. Also, pick up an 18+ wristband from Info Services booths.

Location: Various Location

Hours of Operation

South Hall Lobby Booth

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

West Hall Lobby Booth

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Chick Hearn Court

• Day 0 (July 2): 12:00PM – 8:00PM
• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 400PM

JW Marriott

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

More info

Stop by to watch or take part in one of the many open karaoke sessions going on throughout the weekend.

Locations: Gilbert Lindsay Plaza @ AX Crossing

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 5:00PM – 12:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 5:00PM – 12:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 5:00PM – 12:00AM

See schedule (when available)

More info

Location: 507

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 11:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 11:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 11:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Complete with drinks and nightly performances, Lounge 21 is a great place to relax and cool off. (Must be age 21 or over to enter.)

Location: Concourse Hall F

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 10:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 2 (July 4): 10:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 3 (July 5): 10:00AM – 2:00AM
• Day 4 (July 6): 10:00AM – 3:00PM

More info

Maid Cafe consists of show and interactive experiences with an array of entertainment, including dances, musical performances, photo ops, and more.

Location: 515AB

This event requires additional ticket. See schedule (when available).

More info

Take a break from the hustle and bustle by sitting down with one of over 6000 available volumes of manga.

Location: 502B

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

More info

The Press Lounge provides complimentary internet in a quiet environment for work. A valid Anime Expo 2024 Press badge is required for entry.

Location: 305

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 4:00PM

More info

Programming includes panels, Q&As, gameshows, and more.

See schedule (when available)

NON-CLEARING ROOM
These rooms will NOT be cleared between panel events but will be cleared before Special Events (i.e. concert, Masquerade) and 18+ content programming.
Location: All Rooms

EXCEPTIONS: Room clearing WILL occur prior to
the following:
• Ticketed Event (i.e. concert, Masquerade)
• 18+ Content

A quiet place to sit and relax.

Location: 502A

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

More info

Need to pick-up your badge onsite? Need to reprint or have general questions about your badge, then head over to Registration during these hours!

Location: Chick Hearn Ct. 

General Attendee Registration

Hours of Operation

• Day 0 (July 2): 12:00PM – 10:00PM
• Day 1 (July 3): 8:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 8:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 8:00AM – 8:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 8:00AM – 3:00PM

Professional Registration

Exhibitor, Press & Industry, and Artist Alley badges can be picked up at the Professional Registration area. Need to reprint or have general questions about your badge, then head over to Professional Registration during these hours!

Location: Chick Hearn Ct. 

Hours of Operation

• Day -1 (July 1): 4:00PM – 9:00PM
• Day 0 (July 2): 8:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 1 (July 3): 8:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 8:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 8:00AM – 6:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 8:00AM – 1:00PM

*Indicates when counters close, please line up early before posted time.

With tournaments, learn-to-play, and free-play sessions, there’s something for everyone at all skill levels.

Location: West Hall

Hours of Operation

• Day 1 (July 3): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 9:00PM

More info

Workshops are hands-on, interactive sessions that provide an opportunity to learn new skills, such as sewing, origami, dancing, and drawing.

See schedule when available

Workshop
These rooms will NOT be cleared between panel events but will be cleared before Ticketed Events (i.e. concert, Masquerade) and 18+ content.

Location: 406AB, 409AB

If you are planning to attend a Ticketed Event at Anime Expo, please be sure to read all relevant event policies regarding pick-up, will-call, and other procedures. Please be aware that policies may vary between events, especially when they take place in different venues.

Location: Chick Hearn Ct.

Hours of Operation

• Day 0 (July 2): 12:00PM – 10:00PM
• Day 1 (July 3): 8:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 2 (July 4): 8:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 3 (July 5): 8:00AM – 10:00PM
• Day 4 (July 6): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

*Indicates when counters close, please line up early before posted time.

Satellite ticketing booths will be open at auxiliary venues starting 3 hours before the start of the event. Please check schedule in the program guide or mobile app for the event start time.