Name: HanaCon Anime Art & Asian Pop Culture Convention
Start: 2025-06-07T09:00:00-04:00
Location: Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza

Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza

HanaCon is the ultimate celebration of anime, art, and Asian pop culture - come geek out with us in person!
Join us for our 1st Party!
HanaCon is an anime convention that celebrates the vibrant world of Anime, the Arts, Maker's, Creators, Authors, Illustrators, Craftspeople, Designers Asian &amp; Pop culture. Our goal is to provide a safe, educational, and inclusive space for individuals to come together, share their passions and explore new interests. 

Here's a sneak peek of what’s coming your way:
Guests:
Emmy Award-winning Mark Kistler, aka Commander Mark (Guest Artist)
Anairis Quiñones (Guest Voice Actor)
Jeff Brennan (Guest Artist)
Tiana Camacho (Guest Voice Actor)
Martha Harms (Guest Voice Actor)
Justin Um (Guest Comedian)
DJ TaylorSenpai (Guest DJ)
Tranquil Ashes (Award-Winning Cosplayer &amp; Guest MC)

Programs:
Cultural Performances
Anime Screenings
Panels and Workshops
Drawing Workshops with Mark Kistler &amp; Screening of Mark Kistler's New Film
Voice Acting Guest Panels
Stand-Up Comedy with Justin Um
Cosplay Contest
Maker's Market
Maid Cafe
Gamer’s Lounge with tabletop and video games

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