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Anime Ames This local convention is founded by members of The Cosplay Club at Iowa State University.

Fans of all ages are welcome to experience an anime convention, while local businesses will have the opportunity to gain a diverse array of customers and make their

Got and awesome prop you plan on bringing to AniAmes or want to show off in the cosplay contest? Check out our website t...
10/11/2026

Got and awesome prop you plan on bringing to AniAmes or want to show off in the cosplay contest? Check out our website to make sure it meets our new rules and regulations-- As we always say, it's better to be safe than SWAT-ted. 🚨🚨🚨

10/05/2026

CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER
At Anime Ames' Smash Tournament! Win up to $100 in prizes and bragging rights to all of your friends. Sign-ups at the convention and may the best player win ;) ✨🦌🎮👾✨

We are so excited to announce cosplaycompetition sign-ups are OPEN!!!**🎶✨🦌✨Never cosplayed before? No worries! Never mad...
09/30/2026

We are so excited to announce cosplay
competition sign-ups are OPEN!!!**🎶✨🦌✨

Never cosplayed before? No worries! Never made a
cosplay before? That's okay too! Accepting cosplayers
of all shapes, sizes, and skill levels to show off their
cosplays in the Anime Ames 2026 Cosplay competition.
You'll get the chance to walk on stage, strut your stuff,
and win awesome prizes, just like some of our amazing
cosplayers from the past!

A HUGE shoutout to Cut & Sew and other generous
donors for sponsoring this year's prizes.
is a small, indie sewing pattern company that has
dedicated themselves to creating unique and
easy-to-follow patterns for sewists of all skill levels and
hobbies! Check out their products or sign-up for our
competition for the chance to win a gift card for their
awesome products! ✂️👗🪡

**To review all competition rules, criteria, and
information, please check out our updated policy page
for cosplay competition rules

Now announcing our final cosplay competition judge Major Murphy! Major Murphy is an advanced craftsmanship cosplayer wit...
09/28/2026

Now announcing our final cosplay competition judge Major Murphy!

Major Murphy is an advanced craftsmanship cosplayer with a passion for community driven education. With over 5 years of experience in competitive cosplay and over a decade in performance and videography, she strives to always learn more about her craft and continuously share her knowledge with others!
Thank you for joining us Major Murphy and we can’t wait to welcome you to Anime Ames.

Check her out and B Team Cosplay this year and stay tuned for exciting cosplay competition updates this week~ ☘✨🦌🎋

Now announcing our final cosplay competition judge Major Murphy! is an advanced craftsmanship cosplayer with a passion ...
09/28/2026

Now announcing our final cosplay competition judge Major Murphy!

is an advanced craftsmanship cosplayer with a passion for community driven education. With over 5 years of experience in competitive cosplay and over a decade in performance and videography, she strives to always learn more about her craft and continuously share her knowledge with others!

Thank you for joining us Major Murphy and we can't wait to welcome you to Anime Ames. Check her out and B Team this year and stay tuned for exciting cosplay competition updates this week~ ☘✨🦌🎋

Introducing our next cosplay guest Bella Nora! ✨🌷🌿🌱🎋Bella Nora has been cosplaying since 2017. She has cosplayed everyth...
09/27/2026

Introducing our next cosplay guest Bella Nora! ✨🌷🌿🌱🎋

Bella Nora has been cosplaying since 2017. She has cosplayed everything from Star Wars all the way to Death Note. Over the years, she's developed skills for foam and loves incorporating it in her cosplays. Her skills helped her win the Des Moines Quad Con cosplay contest in 2022 with her cosplay of Mikasa Ackerman.

Make sure to check her out at Anime Ames 2026 where she'll be hosting Mistakes I've Made as a Cosplayer~ Thank you so much for joining us and we look forward to having you!

Introducing our next cosplay guest Bella Nora! ✨🌷🌿🌱🎋Bella Nora has been cosplaying since 2017. She has cosplayed everyth...
09/27/2026

Introducing our next cosplay guest Bella Nora! ✨🌷🌿🌱🎋

Bella Nora has been cosplaying since 2017. She has cosplayed everything from Star Wars all the way to Death Note. Over the years, she’s developed skills for foam and loves incorporating it in her cosplays. Her skills helped her win the Des Moines Quad Con cosplay contest in 2022 with her cosplay of Mikasa Ackerman.

Make sure to check her out at Anime Ames 2026 where she’ll be hosting Mistakes I’ve Made as a Cosplayer~ Thank you so much for joining us Bella🥀 and we look forward to having you!

Happy 1 Month out! We are counting down the days until AniAmes is finally here~ A reminder our hotel block rate will clo...
09/24/2026

Happy 1 Month out! We are counting down the days until AniAmes is finally here~

A reminder our hotel block rate will close Friday October 2nd, so if you don't have a couch to crash on for the weekend, this could be the next best option~ Check our website for more information and we can't wait to see you soon!
🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌

DJ Avi is back to spin everyone's favorite anime hits! Check out 's dance party at Anime Ames, Saturday October 24th at ...
09/23/2026

DJ Avi is back to spin everyone's favorite anime hits! Check out 's dance party at Anime Ames, Saturday October 24th at the Gateway Hotel. Wear your favorite rave outfit, grab a pair of earplugs, and throw on your comfiest shoes and have the best time of the night~🕺💃✨🎶🎤


What wild remixes would YOU want to hear on the dance floor?

09/23/2026

I can't believe we're 1 month out from the big day!

A reminder that VIP, early-bird ticket pricing, and T-shirt order forms close tonight! Get yours in before it's too late~
🎟✨🦌☘️🎋

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