Welcome to J1-Con, The Animation & Gaming Expo!

Welcome to J1-Con – once known as Philadelphia’s #1 anime convention has moved to Atlantic City! Are you a fan of animation, cosplay, gaming (tabletop, card and console), artists, vendors, panels, and live music? You’ve come to the right convention! You can enjoy all of that here, for a GREAT PRICE!

Established in Philadelphia (2012) under the J1 Studios LLC brand, J1-Con is a convention that focuses on animation, gaming, comic books, art, music, education and content creation. J1-Con is known for being the longest running 100% Black-owned anime convention in the United States, bringing a diverse audience of cosplayers, artists, vendors, musical acts, families, and students together in order to celebrate the love they share for geek pop culture. J1-Con was also nominated for “Event of the Year” at the Philly Geek Awards!

The 2023 convention will be held at the SHOWBOAT HOTEL located at 801 Boardwalk!

CONVENTION HOURS:

FRI. (Nov. 3): 

8pm – 11pm: *FREE* All Ages COSPLAY PROM PARTY (2nd Floor of the Showboat Hotel in the BOURBON ROOM formerly THE HOUSE OF BLUES)

SAT. (Nov. 4):

10am – 9pm: CONVENTION (Vending Floor Open)

6pm – 8pm: COSPLAY CONTEST & RAFFLES!

9pm – 2am: 18+ AFTER PARTY (2nd Floor of the Showboat Hotel in the BOURBON ROOM formerly THE HOUSE OF BLUES)

SUN. (Nov. 5):

10am – 6pm: CONVENTION (Vending Floor Open)

COVID-19 RULES:

Proof of vaccination nor masks are required. While masks are not required, they are strongly encouraged. The C.D.C. strongly recommends that all persons, regardless of vaccination status, wear a mask in public, especially indoors, and maintain social distancing when possible.