🪩 Meeples in the Madness: Opening Day at Anime Midwest!

Location: Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago
Address: 9300 Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Meetup Spot: Near the Autograph Signing area (Exhibit Hall entrance)

About Anime Midwest
Anime Midwest is a vibrant three-day anime convention from July 4–6, 2025, featuring cosplay, concerts, panels, video & tabletop gaming, maid cafés, karaoke, artist alley, and more. With over 15,000 attendees, it’s a must-go event for anime lovers.

Friday Highlights:

Registration: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Exhibit Hall: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Panels: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Karaoke: 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM

Gaming/Arcade: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Escape Room: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Tea Room: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Autographs: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Special Guests:
Greg Ayres, Jay Hickman, and Robert L. Mungle will be signing autographs on Friday. Each guest typically has a 1-hour session during the listed time block.

Tickets:

Friday Only: $40

Weekend Pass (All 3 Days): $60
Tickets available at animemidwest.com. We recommend the 3-day pass if you’re attending at least two days. Note: Ticket prices increase as the event approaches, so it's best to buy early to lock in the lowest rates.

Cosplay totally welcome — show off your look, or just come chill in a hoodie!
Whether you're brand new to the group or a regular, this is a low-pressure space to connect, share laughs, and make memories. Let’s enjoy the weekend together.
You can come and go as you please throughout the day. These meetups are just windows of time when we'll be gathering and hanging out — feel free to enjoy the con at your own pace.