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About this event

Join us for the ultimate one-day, family-friendly celebration of anime, gaming, and local pop culture! Located at the spacious Saigon Center in Chandler, Arizona , we are gathering the community for an action-packed afternoon filled with incredible creators, community tournaments, and massive perks.

Whether you are a casual fan, a competitive gamer, an avid collector, or looking for a fun weekend outing with the family, there is something here for everyone!

🎮 What to Expect:

• 25+ Artists, Vendors & Exhibitors: Walk through our massive creator market to shop exclusive streetwear drops, original prints, handmade accessories, charms, and rare anime collectibles.

• Super Smash Bros. Tournament: Think you have what it takes? Face off in a live competitive bracket challenge hosted directly by the Copper Canyon High School Esports Team. Clutch up for community bragging rights!

• Exclusive Guest Soleil maid cafe w ill be doing a winter performance at 3pm, come check out their performance and stick around for the meet and greet!

• Cosplay Showoff & Masquerade: Bring your best builds! Walk our main stage to display your spectacular craftsmanship or perform a short skit for the crowd and win prizes!

• JDM & Itasha Car Showcase: Step outside to marvel at a curated display of custom local street builds, fully decked-out JDM favorites, and incredible anime-wrapped Itasha vehicles.

🎟️ Secure Your Tickets Early:

Space is strictly capped due to venue safety limits, and the door sales are not guaranteed! Lock in your passes online to secure exclusive event freebies.

• General Pre-Sale Entry — $5: Guarantees full event admission starting at 12:00 PM, fast-track line check-in, and a FREE exclusive limited-edition event poster at the door while supplies last .

Ganbatte Plus Ultra Pass — $20: Our ultimate collector bundle! Strictly limited. Includes 1-Hour Early VIP Access (11:00 AM) to beat the lines and shop the artist alley first,, chibi acrylic pin, chibi button & sticker pack, and your free event poster!

📍 Event Details:

• 📅 Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026

• ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM (11:00 AM Early Access for Plus Ultra Pass holders)

• 🏢 Venue: Saigon Center | 2051 N Arizona Ave #106, Chandler, AZ 85225

• 🚗 Parking: 100% FREE on-site parking

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