Zenkaikon 2017 Panel Updates
Below is a running list of panel updates that deviate from the printed schedule. For the most up-to-date schedule at all times, please check out our digital schedule.
Zenkaikon News
Read the latest news about Zenkaikon!
Sonny Strait No Longer Able to Attend
We regret to announce that due to illness, Sonny Strait will no longer be able to appear at Zenkaikon 2017. Feel better Sonny and we hope to see you in a future year!
Last Minute FAQ!
Our 2017 convention is now less than 3 days away! Are you excited? So are we! As you prepare for your travels, here are some answers to some commonly asked questions.
Online Registration Closes April 23rd!
Don't forget that online pre-registration for Zenkaikon 2017 closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, April 23rd! Register in advance, pick up your badge Thursday night, and enjoy the convention as soon as it opens on Friday!
Last Minute Hotel Rooms Available at Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
A few last minute hotel rooms have become available at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, the hotel attached to the Lancaster County Convention Center! Visit our hotels page for details and to book your room.
Zenkaikon 2017 Schedule Now Available
The Zenkaikon 2017 convention schedule is now available!
While we'll try not to, keep in mind that schedules are always subject to change up to (and even during) the convention. For the latest updates during the convention, don't forget to follow our Twitter feed.
Zenkaikon Policy Updates
As we prepare for our upcoming convention, we want to highlight a few updates to our convention policies for 2017.
Anime Film "Your Name" Coming to Local Theaters
The worldwide highest-grossing anime film of all time, Your Name, begins US theatrical screenings on April 7! Find your local theater and get tickets at: https://www.funimationfilms.com/movie/yourname/
Zenkaikon at Sakura Sunday 2017
Want another chance to show off your cosplay, and meet up with friends you might see at Zenkaikon? Join us on April 9th at Sakura Sunday! Sakura Sunday, run by the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia (JASGP), celebrates the blooming of the sakura (cherry blossom) trees in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park. Attendees can enjoy musical performances, martial arts demonstrations, crafts, vendors, food, tours of Shofuso Japanese house, and more!
Zenkaikon Announces Additional Programming Space @ Tellus360
We are excited to announce additional programming space for Zenkaikon 2017, located at Tellus360 Irish Pub & Event Venue. Zenkaikon will be using "The Temple" room at Tellus360 to host panels and guest autograph sessions. In addition, there will be a 10% discount on all food at Tellus360 when you show your Zenkaikon badge! Tellus360 is right next to the Lancaster County Convention Center, right in front of the Marriott parking garage (see map below).