What we’re about
This group is for fans of Japanese anime, manga, and media. We gather to discuss our favorite shows, share recommendations, and more.
Join us on Discord or WhatsApp (LinkTree for photo albums/groupchats - we have ones for outdoors/food/general).
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We hope it provides a safe space for people who like all things anime, including cosplay, gaming, and geek culture. With this group, you can expect events like conventions, films at local theaters, seasonal anime screenings, arcade nights, and more!
Our reoccurring events include the following:
- Seasonal Anime Screening (once a season)
- Picnic/Potluck (once a season)
- Arcade Nights (every month)
- Bring Your Own Manga Book Club (every month at a new coffee shop)
If you have any event suggestions feel free to message to the organizers. If you would like to host events, don't hesitate to reach out. :D
We have a girl's group (get in touch with Neikey, one of our organizers), and a guy's group (get in touch with Mike, one of our organizers) to provide a safe space for people and allow people to hang out offline.
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Don't Forget To Be Awesome!
(All of our members must adhere to our Code of Conduct.)
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Cover image is inspired by INT'L Cafe Chicago.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Board Games (Dice Dojo) (Edgewater)Chicagoland Games: The Dice Dojo, Chicago, IL
board game meetup for chicago anime hangouts! hope to play some board games and have conversations about anime, and manga and more. just show up :D
dice dojo has 1000+ games in their demo library. please support them if there’s a game you like and want to purchase.
feel free to bring what you'd like to play!
schedule:
6:00 pm: show up / checkin and get started with board games. their board game night starts at 5:00 from my understandingsing (?)name tags will be brought to indicate who's apart of the meetup.
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hope to see you there!
---Thank you to the 'Chicagoland 20’s and 30’s Young Professionals' Meetup for advice on hosting board games. :D
- #WeTouchGrass Anime Rave @ Sound Bar (River North)Sound-Bar, Chicago, IL
Buy your tickets in advance: HERE
• Tickets are also sold at the door, but typically cheaper if bought in-advance.Hey folks, #WeTouchGrass is back in town for another exciting rave experience! Join us for drinks & dancing that lasts all night!
About #WeTouchGrass
• Since 2022, Touch Grass Entertainment has hosted worldwide rave events featuring anime / J-Pop, video game, & K-Pop music alike!
• Featuring multiple performers & original remixes!
• Cosplay allowed & welcomed! But keep in-mind that props are not permitted.About Sound Bar
• A sizeable nightclub offering multiple bars & a plethora of seating.
• Check out their calendar for more EDM events!Schedule
• 8:00pm: Doors open. We might try to coordinate a specific spot to chill at until the performances start.Hope to see you there!
- Acquaintances & Alcohol (Friday Social) @ Headquarters Beercade (River North)Headquarters Beercade, Chicago, IL
Hello old & new friends! We like to unwind on the last Friday of each month to do some chillmaxing (whatever that means) @ Headquarters Beercade!
This is a casual hangout event to talk with folks about this & that, while at a big cool bar that lets you play arcade games for free. Even if you're not a super big anime nerd, feel free to connect w/ folks on any of your hobbies, interests, & experiences!
About Headquarters Beercade:
• A funky arcade bar with loads of throwback video games & films, plus creative craft beers, cocktails, & food.
• Bar Reminder: You will need to bring & show your ID to staff in order to enter even if you don't plan on drinking.
• From HQ Staff: Please use the coat racks instead of leaving jackets lying around, & don't use the larger tables unless you intend to order drinks/food.Schedule:
• 7:00pm: Get your butt over to Headquarters Beercade (don't forget your ID!)
• Post-Event: Depending on how the group's feeling, we'll typically dip after ~2~3 hours & find a cool local place to eat at (like Griddle 24).
• Also: If you want to sync up with us pre/post-event, DM us in our...
• WhatsApp
• or Discord
• or this Meetup chat!See you out there!
