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Do you have a passion for anime, Japanese traditional culture, or a unique skill you’d love to share? We’re inviting YOU to be a part of our event program by hosting a panel, workshop, or any activity related to your interests! Here’s your chance to:Lead a workshop: teach others a new skill or craft.Host a panel: share your knowledge and insights on a topic you love.Showcase your talent: perform or display something unique. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to contribute to our vibrant community and make the last AniMatsuri even more special! Interested? Apply now and tell us about your idea! Send us an email with your idea to program@animatsuri.eu. We can’t wait to see what you bring to

Have you taken a liking to one specific fandom and wish you could meet more people who enjoy it as much as you do? For the first time at AniMatsuri, you have the chance to organize fandom meetups! It’s as easy as it sounds – pick out a beloved source (it doesn’t have to be a Japanese source) and contact our team with your idea. We will get back to you and together, we can bring your idea to life. If you want to sign up send a mail to irina@animatsuri.eu Include the fandoms name, the name of the person in charge, their phone number and e-mail.

Even though we have known already for a while that it is coming, it does not make it any easier to announce or even grasp what it actually means. Especially when it is about something that has been a part of our lives for so many years. So without any further long intros, with all the sadness in our hearts, we are announcing that AniMatsuri 2024 will be the last AniMatsuri. We had a discussion on possibly ending it already last year, but our wonderful long-time sponsor, the city of Tartu, showed us so much support and encouragement to still keep going that we decided to give it a go and try out something new (winter event last year and

Would you like to stay comfortably and affordably near AniMatsuri? We have a solution for you! Here are some options near the AniMatsuri event: Our long-time partner, Looming Hostel, offers a 15% discount to all bookers. Book your stay before July 15 on Looming’s website www.loominghostel.ee using the discount code ANIMATSURI24. The discount is valid for the period from July 19 to 22. Additionally, a 30% discount is available if you consider staying at Hektor Design Hostel or Hugo.Stay apartments. To get the discount, book your stay for the period from July 19 to 22 on Hektor’s website www.hektorstay.com/hostels/ using the discount code ANIMATSURI24.

Tickets now available! Get ready for this summer’s ultimate experience! Tickets for AniMatsuri 2024 are now on sale! Get your tickets now! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to secure your spot and join in on the excitement! Here’s what you need to know:Event Date: 20-21 of July, 2024 (the green building)Location: Mart Reiniku School at Riia 25, Tartu, Estonia Purchase your tickets today and guarantee your access to a day filled with fun, entertainment, and unforgettable memories! Click HERE to buy now. See you there!

DATE EXTENDED: AniMatsuri 2024 volunteer registration is now open until 31 May! Join our team and help make AniMatsuri 2024 a huge success! Register now to be part of the action and create unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! To register, click HERE. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard!

The cosplay photo competition registration is now open! Join our Cosplay Photo Contest! Show off your best cosplay looks for a chance to win amazing prizes! Register now to enter! Click HERE for more info. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

It’s time to bring out your best costumes because the AniMatsuri cosplay competition is happening once again! You can now sign up for the 2024 cosplay competition. Be sure to read all the rules before signing up and get crafting with your new costume or bring something you already own to the stage! Read all about the rules, prizes and registration HERE.

We are excited to announce the theme for this summer’s AniMatsuri festival! Bring your yukatas, jinbis and fans because this year we will be celebrating a summer festival together. The theme for this year is “summer in Japan”! We hope that this will inspire you to dress up in your best summer clothes and costumes and give a wonderful summer vibe to the festival! Let’s get this summer started with AniMatsuri 2024! Artist: Katerina Solomko