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Sakura-Con Anime Convention Profile

By Deb Aoki, About.com

Flier for Sakura-Con 2008, a Pacific Northwest anime convention held in Seattle, Washington

Sakura-Con 2008 Flier

© ANCEA / Sakura-Con

Official Web Site:

http://www.sakuracon.org

About This Event:

"Oldest and most well-attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest – By fans, for fans."

See a photo gallery of highlights from Sakura-Con 2008

Dates:

Friday, April 10 - Sunday, April 12, 2009

Registration Hours:

  • Thursday, April 9 (pre-registered members only): 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Friday, April 10 : 6:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Saturday, April 11: 6:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Sunday, April 12: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location:

Washington State Convention & Trade Center
Seattle, Washington

Special Guests:

Events:

  • Panel Discussions
  • Video Screenings
  • Cosplay Contest
  • Mini-Manga Contest
  • Fan Fiction Contest
  • Karaoke Contest
  • Concerts
  • Artists Alley
  • Art Show

Registration Information and Admission Fees:

Admission / Membership Fees
  • Weekend (3-day) Passes: $45 (until 2/28/09); $60 (at the door)
  • Friday 1-day pass (at door): $35
  • Saturday 1-day pass (at door): $40
  • Sunday 1-day pass (at door): $30
  • Children age 6-12: half-price*
  • Children 5 and under free*
*ALL minors must be accompanied by an adult who is attending Sakura-Con and attendees under 18 years of age MUST have parent or guardian complete the Parental Consent section of the Registration Form.

Cash, money order, or personal/business checks. Credit cards will not be accepted. ATM's will be readily available.

Presented By:

Asia Northwest Cultural Education Association

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