Ai-Kon 2026

Ai-Kon is a Japanese anime and pop culture convention held annually in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The convention is a three-day event held during the summer, which runs 24 hours though Friday morning all the way to Sunday afternoon!

Our Ai-Kon July event hosts many anime convention staples such as our impressive cosplay contest, fun anime screenings, competitive video game tournaments, interactive and informative fan-hosted panels, an exciting Maid Cafe, and a sprawling marketplace for vendors and artists alike to showcase and sell their wares. Aside from our focus on Japanese animation and pop culture, Ai-Kon has branched off to include other events and activities that have varying amounts of overlap with our attendees’ interests.

Young or old, first time or seasoned con-goer, Ai-Kon has something to offer for everyone!

 

Who is it for?
all-ages

Children aged 12 and under MUST be accompanied AT ALL TIMES by a registered adult (18+).

Tickets :

One Day Passes
Child (ages 12 & younger) $5.00
First Child ticket is free with purchase of any Weekend or Day Pass. This free child pass is obtainable upon request at the Registration Desk when your adult pass is acquired.
You are able to purchase up to a max of three additional Child tickets.
Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times at the convention.

Weekend Pass – $70

How to get tickets?

Buy Online

 

Date & Time: July 17-19, 2026

Venue: RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg
375 York Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J3

Street Parking, Paid Parking
Public transport accessible

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