Ashika-con is a weekend-long event made for fans of anime, cosplay, video games, sci-fi, tabletop games, comics, and pop culture. If you love TV shows, movies, Esports, or dressing up as your favorite characters—this is the place for you!
Originally launched in Newport in 2025, the event began as a “new convention” for local fans. It later expanded into Chinook Winds Casino, which focused more on providing a larger space to host Asian pop culture. In 2024, four individuals decided to bring something awesome to the Coast.
Now, in 2026, the event enters a fresh new location as Ashika-con—still dedicated to celebrating fandom in all its forms, with a strong focus on anime, comic books/merch, cosplay, and gaming.
Our goal is simple:
🎉 Create a welcoming and unforgettable experience where everyone feels like they belong.
Whether you want to:
Cosplay a character you love
Learn something new in a panel or workshop
Shop from artists and creators
Or just hang out with other fans who share your interests
Ashika-con is your space to explore, express, and connect. Because here, fandom is family.
Have Questions?
Check out our FAQ page for helpful info!
Still need help? Reach out anytime at [email protected] or call us at (360) 925-0204.
Ashika-con has many fun ways to join in besides just coming to visit! You can organize a group meeting, sell your artwork, help run the event, and much more. Look at the different sign-up forms below to make your experience even better.
Crew Application Deadline: TBA
Professional Guest Application Deadline: TBA
Content Creator Application Deadline: TBA
Press Application Deadline: TBA
We are currently working on getting more guest and activities to make this convention the best on the Oregon Coast!
Looking to create a amazing event for those whom love Pokémon Go!
Your Questions Answered
Ashika-con, and events like it, are referred to by a number of phrases such as “anime convention”, “comic con”, “geek event” or “pop culture festival” (just to name a few). This style of convention is usually a ticketed event with certain standard elements that fans have come to expect.
* A Vendors Room with specialized businesses selling everything from toys to comics to games to anything that would be interesting to fans of the event’s theme.
* An Artist Alley where locals showcase and sell prints, crafts and non-commercial items.
* Celebrities who appear to meet fans by signing autographs (typically for a price) and appear on stage for panels and/or question and answer sessions.
* Panel Rooms where fans and subject matter experts can host seminars about a variety of topics.
* Game Rooms where attendees can play for fun or, occasionally, in a competition with others. This includes both video (digital) and tabletop (analog) style games.
* A Costume Contest and other cosplay related presentations and workshops.
Anime is Japanese animation—sometimes hand-drawn, sometimes digital—that’s taken the world by storm. Big-name hits in North America include Dragon Ball, Naruto, Sailor Moon, and My Hero Academia. At anime conventions, you’ll usually find a mix of anime, manga, K-pop, and gaming all under one roof.
Most programming at Ashika-on is designed to be in line with the MPAA’s “PG-13” rating when it comes to content, so keep that in mind when attending. Any programming not suitable for younger audiences will be clearly labeled 18+ on the schedule and will only take place after 8:00 PM at night. We recommended parents read the descriptions of all programming in the con guide or on the website (when posted) for details.
Children 13 and Under is free with paid Adult Admission.
Anyone under the age of eighteen (18) years old is considered a minor in the state of Oregon. Therefore, we need an adult to be with you when you pick up your badge/wristband in order to confirm you have an adult’s consent to be at the convention. Basically: we want to make sure someone knows you’re at Ashika-con so we don’t get panicked parents showing up looking for you.
Your ticket to Ashika-con grants you access to all main events and shopping areas at the convention. However, you are responsible for your own food and souvenirs/shopping. Other costs you may want to consider:
*Celebrity guests charge for autographs with prices posted at their booth.
*Some workshops may charge a fee for supplies.
*Ashika-con occasionally has gaming tournaments which may require an additional registration fee.
*Premium events are sometimes offered such as a specialized shows, after-parties or other presentations. These will charge a separate fee.
Prices for all of the aforementioned elements are typically posted in advance.
The fan based food options information will be posted at the end of July. Thank you for your patients.
No outside food items are allowed. Only personal water bottles are allowed and in case you are visiting with small children, baby food & milk are allowed. Please note there is a food court or counters inside the venue, where food & water are available at a charge.
The most often asked question! “How much does X charge for an autograph?” Many celebrities do not even set their price until they see what others are charging at the event. While we try to collect and post this information ahead of time, it is sometimes inaccurate. If you have a question about a specific celebrity, some of your fellow fans may know a recent price and different event or even just a range to expect, so don’t hesitate to ask in community groups or chats. Typically the range for an autograph can run between $20 and $100.
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