About us
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 (seasonal)
- Picnic/Potluck (seasonal)
- Arcade Nights (monthly)
- Bring Your Own Manga Book Club (monthly)
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
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First Drink Free! (Friday Social) @ Hubbard Inn (River North)
Hubbard Inn, Chicago, IL, USHello old & new friends! We like to find Friday nights to unwind on each month!
This is a casual hangout event to chat with folks about this & that, while at a cool big bar. Even if you're not a super big anime nerd, feel free to connect w/ folks on any of your hobbies, interests, & experiences!1ST DRINK IS FREE! (Steps When You Arrive)
Hubbard Inn has graciously offered to host our event, & they're even giving anyone coming to this meetup a free first drink!
1. RSVP prior to the event's start.
2. Upon entering Hubbard Inn, look right! There should be a small hotel-looking table with an employee there.
3. Show your Meetup RSVP status of this event to receive a drink ticket.
4. Come to the 2nd floor where the rest of us are (see the Where We'll Be section below).
5. Display your drink ticket when getting your first drink at the bar on the 2nd floor.Where We'll Be:
Our group will be at a semi-private space on the second floor of Hubbard Inn.
1. Go upstairs to the second floor.
2. On entry, look left! We have the big square line of couches reserved.
3. Grab a nametag, look for people also with nametags, & introduce yourself!Talk To Us Before & After:
• If you want to sync up with us pre/post-event, DM us in our...
• Discord
• or this Meetup chat!About Hubbard Inn:
• Nestled in the heart of River North, Hubbard Inn is known for its expertly crafted cocktails & vibrant atmosphere. It's perfect for after-work drinks, weekend brunch, or an exciting night out on the town!
• In addition to serving as a bar, Hubbard Inn also offers a restaurant menu for food!
• Bar Reminder: You may need to bring & show your ID to staff in order to enter even if you don't plan on drinking.See ya there!
154 attendees
Umbrella Arts Festival (Evanston)
Davis Station, 1612 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, Evanston, IL, USREAD THE CHAT,_ we're first gonna meet-up @ Davis Station for ~15 min & then go to the event at 12:00pm~12:10pm.
This is a casual hangout event for those attending the Umbrella Arts Festival. This outdoor street fest offers everything from sizzling Asian eats to lively performances! We'll wander the fest, chat, & grab food/drinks along the way. Whether you’re new to the group or a regular, this is a laid-back way to meet new people with similar interests!
About Umbrella Arts Festival 2026:
• The Umbrella Arts Festival is a celebration of Asian American history, culture and art. The umbrella symbolizes the Asian American diaspora which includes a diversity of ethnicities from over 40 Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian and Pacific Island countries around the world, and is inclusive of the many intersections of identities that exist in our communities. The festival is free and for all ages!Schedule:
• 11:45 am: So that folks can group-up & talk for a bit instead of struggling to find one another, let's meet at the Davis station.
• 12:00 pm ~ 12:10pm: We'll clutter up as a group & enter the fest. I'll send updates about available spots to hangout at in the Meetup comments.
• During Festival: If you want to sync up with us mid-event, DM us in our...
• WhatsApp
• or Discord
• or this Meetup chat!See you out there!
35 attendees
Board Games (Dice Dojo) (Edgewater)
Chicagoland Games: The Dice Dojo, 5550 N. Broadway Ave., Chicago, IL, USboard 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 and ends at 10:00 pm.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
22 attendees
Ribfest (Saturday) @ Lincoln Ave (Roscoe Village)
Rib Fest, 4000 N Lincoln Ave, chicago, IL, USREAD THE CHAT, we're gonna meat-up @ Starbucks for 15min & then go to the event once it starts at 12:00pm.
Description:
Hey folks, do you like EATING RIBS?! This is a casual hangout event for those attending Ribfest Chicago! Whether you’re new to the group or a regular, this is a laid-back way to meet new people with similar interests!
We're gonna walk around & eat/chat.About Ribfest Chicago:
Around since 2000, Ribfest Chicago is a three-day event in the Northcenter neighborhood dedicated towards the act of eating a great rack of ribs! There'll be rib vendors, general entertainment, & a whole lot of people! The vendors selling food range from local Chicagoans to out-of-state restaurants! All of them (hopefully) DELICIOUS!Note on Admission:
- Admission into the festival is 100% free, though gate attendees will standby to collect donations.
- These donations are used to invest right back into the Northcenter community & help support their local schools, nonprofit organization, economic development, & greening efforts!
Schedule:
- 11:45 AM: So that folks can talk a bit before the fest opens, there's a Starbucks nearby that we can wait at until the fest begins.
- 12:00 PM: We'll clutter up as a group & enter the fest. I'll send updates about available spots to hangout at in the Meetup comments. The fest venue isn't too big.
- During Festival: DM us in our...
- or Discord
- or this Meetup chat if you want to sync up with us mid-event
See you out there!
45 attendees
Past events
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