This year, our convention guide is entirely online. You can still pick up a printed schedule at-con.
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It is with immense joy and excitement that I extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you to COAF 2024! Thank you for braving the weather to join us!
As the heart and soul of our vibrant anime community, you are why we do this. COAF is by fans, for fans. This convention is more than just an event—it's a celebration of our shared passion for Japanese animation, manga, and the incredible creativity that binds us together. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend filled with friendship, discovery, and, of course, a whole lot of anime magic!
What's in Store for You:
Awe-Inspiring Guests: Prepare to be starstruck as we welcome some of the most talented and beloved figures from the anime industry. Meet your favorite voice actors, Vtubers, creators, and artists who have brought your cherished characters to life.
Epic Panels and events: Dive deep into the world of anime , gaming, and music. You can dance the night away, listen to beats at the anime bar or explore panels and workshops on a wild variety of topics. Whether you're interested in the art of cosplay, the latest industry trends, or insightful discussions about your favorite series, we've got something for everyone.
Cosplay Everywhere! Unleash your creativity and showcase your passion for anime through the art of cosplay. Our cosplay events, competitions, and photo shoots are the perfect stage for you to shine as your favorite characters come to life.
Fabulous vendors: Indulge your inner collector with a shopping experience like no other. Explore our vendor hall and artist alley for unique and exclusive anime merchandise that you won't find anywhere else.
Game the night (or day) away : Challenge your friends to consoles, arcade or tabletop games or join one of our gaming tournaments. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for some casual fun, there's a game for everyone.
Community Connections: Forge new friendships and strengthen existing bonds within our welcoming and inclusive community. Share your love for anime, make memories, and celebrate this shared experience with like-minded individuals.
Make sure to check our official website for the latest updates, schedules, and any additional information you may need.
- Rosa
The final part of the final season of Attack on Titan is finally here after a decade of build up. Now is the time to take a look back at this amazing series and the impact it has had on so many fans
A discussion on the importance of D&D and video games impact on the neurodiverse community and how they can ultimately build up a community that is often ignored.
A panel to talk about the rise in popularity of Webtoons, including the anime adaptations. Why they are so popular, where you can read them so that you support the author, and Webtoons/anime to be on the lookout for.
A Deep Dive into 3D Printing can be summed up as 3D printing advanced. This panel will take a deeper dive into the way a 3D Printer works, advanced materials, and more. This panel is for everyone from the people who are just getting into printing to those who have been in the space for years.
As we get older, the ease of finding anime keeps getting easier....And I know I am getting jealous! This panel is to discuss (jokingly) the war stories of anyone 30+ that had to drive to tons of stores for that illusive VHS tape for two anime episode. Or getting excited for that terribly translated manga volume because it is all that is available. Share the hard work of anime, the series we now watch as it stars older characters, and how jealous we are of younger anime fans!!
Yamate! Dame! Guess what these hentai damsels are shouting, moaning, or screaming in a series of explicit clips. I have searched long and hard to find the most educational clips in the wide world of hentai. This is the fourth iteration of this wacky interactive game by Dr. Zeus.
Crossplay and genderbending. Learn how to cross the gender boundaries of cosplay by changing the designs of your favorite existing characters to learning how to transform yourself to better fit the cannon.
Do you love horror? Do you love anime? If you said yes to one or both, this panel is the place for you! In this panel we can going to discuss various horror genres and the gruesome anime that stand out. It will be funny, scary, and as bloodcurdling as we all love.
Learn how to prepare and run your next D&D or TTRPG game! This workshop will help GMs with any experience level learn about running adventures. We'll talk about session zero, game preparation, world building, making exciting encounters and dealing with difficult players. All questions are welcome! Hosted by local Denver GMs, dicetowertheater.com, The Chromatic DM, and gamesmastery.com
Disabled cosplayers and abled allies alike are welcome to join us as we take a look at an accessible approach to cosplay and conventions, beginning with costume construction all the way to conventions and photo shoots while addressing both visible and invisible illnesses.
Do you know your anime openings? Come test your knowledge against an entire room of fans. Guess the opening correctly and you will win a ticket for a raffle prize at the end of the panel
Are you interested in Lolita fashion, but don't know where to start? Join three experienced Lolita Fashion enthusiasts as they introduce you to this iconic street fashion! Learn about the history, brands, coordinating outfits, and more with this informative panel!
Hello kittens, pups, foxes, bunnies, and all other petplayers! Dawn your ears (even if only in your heart) and join us as well talk about all things petplay! Handlers are also welcome and encouraged to attend. This is the panel for you if you want to learn how to be more involved in the community, where to source your gear, and how to stay safe while being involved. Whether you just got your first set of ears off Amazon or you’re a seasoned mosher, join us to learn more about the pet play community we love!
Ever wondered what Sigmund Freud, Plato, and Fredrick Nietzsche would think about hentai? Now you can find out! This panel is a deep dive into several schools of western philosophy and what 3000 years of complex academic tradition would have to say about complex matters like tentacles and thigh socks.
Have a silly, yet raunchy introduction into the most popular Chinese media known as Dānměi! Featuring a presentation on the most popular shows and fandoms that are out!
This is a panel with a cosplayer and a professional photographer on what to expect going into shoots, costs of photoshoots, how to plan poses. and how to work effectively in a time limit.
You may hear about mermaids today and think they are all professional performers, but there is a whole ocean to explore in the mermaid community! Many mermaids, like myself, are hobbyists who swim, do photoshoots, and many other activities related to mermaiding. I will be covering swim safety, where to buy your first tail, and how to get involved, so join me to learn how you can become a part of this world too!
Beginning of 3D Printing. In 101 I will try my best to convince you to buy a 3D Printer for personal use. Or at least seek one out to play around with. This panel is used for introducing the world of 3D printers to those who thought this sci-fi technology is out of their reach.
