Anime NYC Levels Up At JAcob Javits Center

(New York, NY - August 26, 2024)-- Following its first debut in November 2017, Anime NYC continues to grow exponentially, and gain popularity in the Big Apple. Anime NYC features over 800 exhibitors and a variety of voice actors, special screenings, and panels. The event celebrates Japanese pop culture and its influence in New York City and America.

Prior to Anime NYC 2024, organizers announced major changes in late 2023, set to be in effect for the following year's event. Organizers of Anime NYC announced in November 2023 that Anime NYC would undergo a timeframe shift for the 2024 event. Shifting the timeframe from November to August.

Previously, the event was held annually in November, with the exception of 2020 when it was held online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, for the first time in its history, Anime NYC 2024 took over the entirety of the Jacob Javits Convention Center. 

These major changes provided an opportunity to increase ticket sales, and provide additional space to host attendees, panels, events, screenings, and special features. Compared to 2023, over 100,000 national and international guests attended AnimeNYC 2024. 

Over the years, Anime NYC consistently displayed innovation and growth. Who knows what's in store for Anime NYC 2025? Anime NYC 2025 will be held on August 22 - 24, 2025. 

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