About us
Explore Chicago and Japanese pop culture together! Our nonprofit connects newcomers and veterans 21+ older in friendly spaces to celebrate Japanese media – since 2006.
Join on Meetup first, then Discord! Your RSVP does not require Meetup+.
✶ 2026 PROGRAMS ✶
- Spotlights – Curated adventure plus networking – Sporadic
- Anime Showcase – Watch hidden gems and chat – Random Tues
- Anime Discussion – Book club for selected title – 3rd Thu
- Manga Discussion – Book club for selected title – 2nd Sun
- Art Lounge – Jam on your project w/ friendly regulars – Weds
- Anime Sampler – Watch this season together! – 3rd Sat / Qtr
- Meetups – Outings to movies, cons, festivals & more!
✶ BEYOND MEETUP ✶
- Take our quiz to find something new to watch.
- Listen to our podcast Anime’s Game Changers.
- Get quarterly emails on our milestones, local events, anime hits.
- See our Calendar & Guides for more to do around our city.
- Support our 501(c)3 to help educate & connect Chicagoans!
Upcoming events
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Anime Discussion: Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You
·OnlineOnline★★★ SETUP DISCORD & WATCH BEFORE EVENT ★★★
• Anime Circle is a book club for anime, so watch the selection beforehand
• We take No Shows very seriously
• First meetup? We’ll take a moment to welcome you!Our events are free! No funding comes to AnimeChicago from Meetup+ and we pay to use this service. Donations are appreciated.
5 attendees
Halloween Party at Logan Arcade
Logan Aracade, 2410 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL, US★★★ UPDATE YOUR RSVP! WE KICK NO-SHOWS ★★★
We are having a party for the Spooky Season and we'd love you to come. Costumes are encouraged and we'll have name tags for those who want to low key cosplay in an on the spot Jimi Costume (read more at the link!).
NO COSPLAY WEAPONS, LARGE PROPS, or OVERSIZE COSPLAY!
Join our Discord thread to share your cosplay plans and more.We can't wait to hang out for Halloween!
- This is a 21+ bar so bring your valid ID
- Check-in for a nametag when you arrive
- Support this venue with a purchase
- Non-alcoholic beverages available
- Access via #49, #74, Western/Milwaukee Blue Line
- Ample street parking
COVID-19 Rules:
- Mask to Your Preference
- Do Not Attend if You Do Not Feel Well
- Do Not Attend with a Cough
6 attendees
Past events
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