Schedule of Events: 2012 Schedule is now online!

Anime Press Your Luck - the game of big bucks and no whammies. Three players answer trivia questions to earn spins on our big board.

Anime Concentration - two players try to match prizes hidden behind 25 numbered squares...matching prizes opens up pieces of an anime-themed rebus puzzle behind, where if the puzzle is solved, the contestant wins all their prizes and goes on to the bonus round where they can win admission to one of eight cons.

Anime Joker's Wild - trivia game where two contestants spin up their categories on a giant slot machine.

Anime Password - The classic word association game, brought to conventions with an anime theme.

AMV Contest - Want to see some awesome creations? What about voting for your favorites? Come to the AMV Contest today and cheer your favorites on!

Ask Your Favorite Anime Character - Have a query only your favorite anime character can answer? You never know who is going to show up, so have your questions ready.

The Cheese - From the depths of the internet comes an assortment of videos that are sure to make your blood curdle and your soul sour. Warning, this is not for the weak of stomach.

Cosplay Masquerade - Our very own anime and manga costume contest and skit competition. For more detailed information and our rules, please see the cosplay section of the website.

The Roast of Organization XIII - Come join us for yet again another epic journey in the Kingdom Hearts Series!

Whose Line is it Anime - The classic improv show with an anime twist, where you get to be a part of the action. The scenes are ready, are you?

Cosplay Chess - Science or magic? The audience decides who wins in Cosplay Chess! Come join us and watch your favorite characters battle it out!

Iron Artist - Calling all Artists! Compete for fabulous prizes in our own art competition. We give you the secret ingredients, and you have an hour to create an artistic masterpiece.

Karaoke - Put on your performance hat and select from our database of Japanese and American music, and do your best to impress your fellow attendees.

Name That Toon - Think you know anime? Good, prove it to us and win some fabulous prizes in our very own contest. We show the clips, you name the series. Sounds simple right?

Neon Genesis Evangelion - A look at the classic, apocalyptic mecha drama, created by Gainax and generally considered to be one of the greatest anime franchises of all time.

Raves - An expression of music and lights, run by one of the best DJ’s around, our rave’s are some of the best you will ever experience at a con. Luckily, we have two of them.

Star Trek Trivia Challenge with Vic

Voice Acting 101 - So many questions and curiosities on how to get started as a voice actor. Do I need a demo reel and how do I make one? Should I know how to act or just be funny? How do I choose a character's voice?

Voice Directing/Producing/Adaptation/Writing - A discussion on how the process works from start to finish. Casting, adapting, matching lip flap, the importance of director/actor interaction, choosing music, character development and continuity. Hosted by Eric Stuart.

Eric Stuart: Acoustic Concert - Join singer/songwriter Eric Stuart in an intimate acoustic performance of his original music. Eric has toured with such acts as Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band, Peter Frampton and Lynyrd Skynyrd. The Eric Stuart Band has just released their 5th full-length rock/pop album entitled “Falls On Me”.

Otaku Flea Market - Bring your unwanted anime, manga and video games to sell. Space is limited so come early and get your sales on. (No art or handcrafted items please.)

Otaku Craft Fair - Attention aspiring artists and crafters, if you have ever wondered about having an artist alley table, but weren't sure if your stuff would sell, then bring it to the Craft Fair. Space is limited and only hand crafted items and personal art is allowed.

Formal Ball

An evening of elegance and enchantment, Ichibancon is proud play host to our first Formal Ball. For this gathering we will have a selection of music, both refined and fun, and we welcome all the ball attendees who wish to dress up for the occasion. We also encourage those who wish, to wear formal interpretations of their favorite cosplays to help in creating a truly memorable evening.

This event is a formal event. It can be formal Western style, formal Asian, or more formal Cosplay. For an outfit to be formal it needs to be:

For the Girls:
1. The Skirts need to be knee length or longer.
2. Any slit in the skirt should not be higher than the tips of your fingers when your arms are at your sides.
3. No bare mid-drifts, holes, mesh or other sheer materials.
4. No low cut, plunging necklines, or dresses that expose too much chest.
5. Strapless dresses are welcome as long as they are well fitting and will not slip down.
6. Dress suits are welcome.
7. Dress shoes, including but not limited to, sandals, pumps, flats, and boots. Please no sneakers, flip flops, or otherwise informal attire.
8. Under garments should not be visible.

For the Boys:

1. Dress pants only please. No jeans or cargos.
2. Collared dress shirts. (Should be worn at all times)
3. Ties, bowties, cravats, or other formal neckwear.
4. Suits are welcome.
5. No T-shirts including ones with a tux printed on the front.
6. Formal dress shoes and boots only. No sneakers or flip flops.
7. Under garments should not be visible.

Cosplays:
1. No school girl outfits. Male school attire is okay as long as it looks formal.
2. Should resemble formal attire.
3. Dress Military uniforms are welcome.
4. No big props. (swords, wings, staffs)
5. Japanese clothing, Lolita, and other Asian formal wear is also welcome as long as it meets the guidelines.
6. Under garments should not be visible.

Safety Precautions:
1. Avoid trains. They can be stepped on.
2. Make sure you can dance in your shoes.
3. Again, no props.
4. Make sure your cosplay is not going to injure those dancing around you. (No sharp spikes.)