Tsukicon - Dayton's Moonlit Anime Festival

Welcome! If you've found your way here, you're probably just like us. Someone who believes anime is a community, a culture, a reason to gather. Looking to attend Tsukicon? Head over to our Attendance page for more information! We're proud to introduce Tsukicon! A love letter to the city of Dayton, to the culture of fandom, and to the moments that bring people together. Tsukicon is not just another anime convention. It's an event that reflects the soul of our local community, while still delivering the scale and magic fans expect from a major convention. Tsukicon is Dayton's own anime convention inspired by the spirit of Tsukimi. Held October 16-18, 2026, Tsukicon blends a traditional anime convention experience with the feel of a seasonal festival. Featuring artist alley, cosplay showcases, panels, Itasha car displays, and outdoor performances. Day programming takes place at the newly renovated Dayton Convention Center, while nighttime energy shifts to Levitt Pavilion for live music and performance under the sky, followed by a late-night afterparty. Created by the team behind IZAKAYA and ISEKAIYA, Tsukicon is built with love, for the community that calls this city home. It's a place to gather, to celebrate, and to feel seen... Together, under the moonlight. About Tsukicon The name Tsukicon (月コン) is drawn from Tsukimi (月見), the traditional Japanese autumn festival of moon-viewing. It's a time of reflection, togetherness, and celebration. Often ac