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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 01/09/2026

Does your business have that new figure that everyone has been eager to get their hands on? Have you illustrated the print that would be perfect for someone’s art collection? Check out all the details on the Exhibitors’ Hall page at buff.ly/R3KOqWC.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 29/08/2026

Just a few more days until the Artist and Vendor applications open! Applications will be open for the month of September. Keep an eye on social media and our website for the link to apply. What merchandise do you hope to see at next year's event?

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 15/08/2026

#COAF2027 is looking for DJs and Dancers for next year's CODE:APEX rave! Check out the applications at buff.ly/wYbNjDp for more info. Applications close September 15, 2026, so check out the forms and apply now!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 20/07/2026

As we work on our 2027 event planning, we want to hear from you who joined us this year. Feel free to fill out this form and let us hear from you so we can continue to improve and make this the best event we can! Let us know via the form at buff.ly/YeoEPF7

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 10/06/2026

Summer time is a great opportunity to travel! What's your dream anime vacation spot? Other than obviously the Yu Yu Hakusho Season 2 Dark Tournament battleground.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 09/04/2026

Congrats to our Gaming Tournament winners at #COAF2026! Check out the full list over at buff.ly/izkT33A and stay tuned to one more award later this week!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 04/04/2026

Colorado Anime Fest is proud to announce another successful year of fundraising, this time for Animal Rescue of the Rockies. You can still support them at buff.ly/kZujQvw More early next week on the impact that #COAF is proud to share with our community!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 03/04/2026

Check out various contest winners this next week that we share if you missed them onsite at #COAF2026! Tonight, we're starting with the AMV contest. Check out the winners over at buff.ly/mouHyN0

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 22/03/2026

Please join us for Year 10 of Colorado Anime Fest! We're back March 19-21, 2027 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center. Tell your friends and family and we'll see you again next year! Registration available at buff.ly/SbNCi5q

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 22/03/2026

There's still time to bid on charity auction items! Head to the Lupine room for a variety of items, including a hotel room for next year. Check out this quick peek of some of the items!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 21/03/2026

Have you see the upgraded Cosplay Photoshoot room? Head to Longs Peak and check out the space, including the inflatable unicorn that is begging to be featured. Yes, we are serious. Go take a look!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 21/03/2026

The #COAF2026 gates have opened! Whether you're in the Arima Kinen or in the Steel Ball Run, summon your 3★ friends to Day 2 at Colorado Anime Fest. Tag us in your photos and videos and let us know what you're excited for today.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 21/03/2026

Got some extra stickers from an Artist Alley booth? Swing by our sticker board in the main hallway near the Programming Desk! Please check the rules on the signage at the table and help decorate and we'll share the end results Sunday evening!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 20/03/2026

Marriott confirmed the parking lot is full. We encourage park & ride options or public transportation when possible coming onsite. As an additional note, please move any vehicles illegally parked in handicap spaces. Tow Truck-kun is lonely & would like to haul away a new friend.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 20/03/2026

Forfeit your expendable income this weekend at the Exhibitors’ Hall. Open Friday: until 8 PM, Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM, Sunday: 10 AM – 4 PM. See our Vendors and Artists to help find the perfect merch to take back home!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 19/03/2026

Quick reminder on Registration! Open tonight 5 until 9 for early pickup. Bring a photo ID, your Eventeny QR code, or your Eventeny confirmation e-mail to Registration. Full weekend passes are still available! Full details and FAQ at buff.ly/zQifOSH

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 18/03/2026

Check out buff.ly/neXWSVA to see how you can participate in our auctions for support of Animal Rescue of the Rockies. Be sure to swing by the charity room early to see all the items we have. We'll have items signed by Japanese voice actors, domestic talent, and more!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 18/03/2026

A quick reminder from our Con Response team to help with safety issues or questions at COAF this weekend! Check with them or the back of your badge for help!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 17/03/2026

Even better than a clever name for the block is the content itself! Check out the video gaming COAFter Dark events this weekend. Full schedule is on our site and our full console game list also available at buff.ly/NjQGPh8

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 16/03/2026

Final reminder for our video gaming tournaments! Head over to buff.ly/NjQGPh8 and check them out. We'll also have our console gaming library updated in the next day to see what will be available at COAF!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 15/03/2026

Join us next weekend for drinks and music at the Anime Bar! Doors open at 7PM Friday and Saturday. Grab your friends for a great atmosphere and fun all night. Check out more info at buff.ly/tjOQIfX

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 15/03/2026

While we've got the Vendor Hall on our mind, how about a peek at some merch for this year? Check out the table just inside the hall and grab the newest items for 2026! Maybe grab a second pin for your friend as a gift or get some stickers for your water bottle.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 15/03/2026

If you haven't checked yet, our list of Exhibitors and Artists is available at buff.ly/1S0VDTx. What items are you hoping to take home next weekend? With dozens of booths, you're sure to find plenty to line those shelves at home.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 14/03/2026

It wouldn't be a complete weekend without the Maid Café! Please welcome Moonlight Maid Cafe who will be hosting the entertainment, crafts, and more. Check out buff.ly/dJ098f2 for tickets.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 13/03/2026

Whether you mastered the art of your opponents scooping or you're looking to learn to play, check out our tabletop gaming tournaments and Learn to Play all weekend. Head over to buff.ly/HV5yTpA for more information!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 13/03/2026

We’re happy to have your one-stop shop for everything you need for next weekend! Check out the Guide to COAF 2026 for event schedules, maps, hours, and more. Let a friend know and make plans to get the most out of a full weekend of fun. Check it out at buff.ly/tGhsFdq

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 11/03/2026

We heard you and have more ways to engage with the Colorado Anime Fest Community. Feel free to share your cosplay, photoshoots, chat about your favorite manga, and engage with our community more! Join our Discord Server and invite your friends at buff.ly/u2TZmWF

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 28/02/2026

Cosplay chess registration is now open for #COAF2026. Whether you've got the strategic mastery of chess like Shiro or ready to cosplay as Sora-- join us for Cosplay chess next month! Spectators are also welcome to watch the drama unfold! Applications at buff.ly/vMlc5Eb

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 24/02/2026

Please welcome back our next Guest of Honor, @dwashington999.bsky.social He's been in the industry for over 30 years doing work for conventions & writing for anime sites. He's currently the Industry Coordinator for Momocon & writes for The Fandom Post. See more @ buff.ly/bLTAKfG

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 22/02/2026

Please welcome back Gil Asakawa as our next Guests of Honor at #COAF2026! Gil is a cultural consultant, journalist, author & blogger who covers Japan, Japanese American & Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture & identity in media. See more @ buff.ly/bLTAKfG

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 17/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year from COAF! Wishing you an Uma-zing year full of luck, good vibes, and the energy to race toward your goals at full speed 🐎

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 17/02/2026

Registration is open for the Final Revival Video Game Tournaments at #COAF2026! See the website at buff.ly/nDCjC1s or Start.GG for more details.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 16/02/2026

10 days left until our hotel block's cutoff date and we only have 20 rooms left! Grab yours now before it's too late! Head over to buff.ly/FA47YNG and grab a reservation before they're gone.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 16/02/2026

Applications for the COAF 2026 Costume & Cosplay Competition are open! This year, we switched to a juried system, so getting your application in early doesn't guarantee an entry. Applications are open now until February 26. Fill out an application at buff.ly/f9UsT0U

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 06/02/2026

Join us for the annual Saturday night party in Main Events & please welcome djamayaofficial, kataokamusic, MeettheNASA, & ReadyorMusic. Bring some friends & check out these DJs from Denver and beyond! See them & all of our other Guests of Honor at buff.ly/fpcDfof!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 04/02/2026

Please welcome our next Guest of Honor for #COAF2026, Christian La Monte! He's best known as Ignatz Victor, Seliph of Chalphy, & Roderick of Altea in Fire Emblem, Shuuichi Tsukamoto in Sound! Euphonium, & more. Check our growing list of Guests of Honor @ buff.ly/fpcDfof

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 03/02/2026

Let everyone know who you're cosplaying as for Colorado Anime Fest, whether its 1 outfit or 25! Grab one of our official cosplay lineup templates and share on social media. Use the tag #COAF2026 and we may feature you on social media! Get the templates at buff.ly/ns1caPX

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 01/02/2026

#COAF2026 Photographer & Press policies have been updated for 2026. Please note that photographers no longer require an additional application. Press applications are now open at buff.ly/530desP Come join us & work with excellent cosplayers to showcase their hard work!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 30/01/2026

It's that time of year again where we are putting out the casting call for Cosplay Cabaret! Casting Variety acts that are themed for an anime convention as well as Host and Kittens! Fill out the application for consideration, and hope to see you there! buff.ly/xDYWGzs

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 25/01/2026

Want to organize a photo shoot at COAF for your favorite anime? Sign up to reserve one of our official photo shoot space. Our photo shoot room comes complete with backdrops and professional lighting setups. Check buff.ly/69qrS0w to submit these gatherings today.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 22/01/2026

COAF Staffing applications close January 31! If you're interested in helping shape the event, work behind the scenes, and join our community, check out buff.ly/HqeCARl Check the page as well for the perks as our way of saying thanks for your hard work!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 17/01/2026

COAF is proud to announce that @simplyallegra.bsky.social is joining #COAF2026 as a Guest of Honor! With tons of credits in anime and gaming, she's bound to have impacted some of your favorite titles. Check her bio on coanimefest.com/guests and our growing list of Guests of Honor coming this March.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 14/01/2026

Please welcome our next Guest of Honor for #COAF2026, The Kamikaze Snowmen! They are a comedy music group hailing from Fargo, ND with over a decade of convention experience as performers and hosts. Check out buff.ly/pk7Y4zF for the roster of Guests of Honor!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 11/01/2026

Only one week left to submit panels! If you're interested in running a panel for COAF 2026, be sure to get your submission in by January 18th for your idea to be considered. Check out buff.ly/bHoILeN for more details.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 03/01/2026

New Year, New Guest of Honor announcement. Please welcome @damanmills.bsky.social for #COAF2026 and tag that friend that absolutely must know! Check out their bio on our site at buff.ly/ScJ10K4. Let us know in the comments which character or title he's worked on is your favorite!

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 23/12/2025

Please welcome Tom Fahn to #COAF2026 as our next Guest of Honor! Whether you know him from Digimon, Fire Emblem, or beyond, let us know your favorite role he's played! Check out our growing guest list at buff.ly/xjRP5z6 & tell a friend to join you in meeting him in March.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 19/12/2025

Please welcome Dorothy Fahn as a Guest of Honor for #COAF2026! Perhaps you recognize her as Konan in Naruto, Mercedes in Fire Emblem, Meryl in Trigun, and more! Check out her bio on our Guest of Honor page at buff.ly/xjRP5z6 and see who else will be joining this year.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 16/12/2025

One last chance to get discounted badges for #COAF2026! Use code HOLIDAYS2025 for $10 off weekend adult badges. Head over to buff.ly/HP1WKyv and grab the discounted rate so you can buy a little extra pocky.

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Colorado Anime Fest @coanimefest.com · 14/12/2025

Are you interested in being a part of COAF's programming? We welcome submissions from new and experienced panelists alike. Submissions are now open, but they close after January 18, so don't delay! Check out buff.ly/ZpnpIKg for more detail.

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