Thanks for a Great 2011

2011 went smoothly with only a few problems and we thank all of you that helped make it happen.

Podcast

ABPC - Episode 04 - Lack of a Title.mp3 is now up.

In this episode we discuss pre-registration, locations we will be at in the coming months, cosplay gatherings, and your basic Banzai related news. Mascot deadline is approaching fast, we also reveal the big advertising project for this year.

What is Anime Banzai?

Anime Banzai is an educational convention focusing on Japanese anime (animation), manga (comics) and culture. Anime Banzai is sponsored by Utah Anime Promotions, a non-profit educational organization dedicated to bringing the culture, art and fun of Japan to Utah. In 2005, the first Anime Banzai was held and we reached 600 attendees, which was double what we had expected. In 2011, we had around 3300+ fans join us and we're looking to have another excellent year in 2012!

The goal of Anime Banzai is to bring an event to Utah where fans can come together to celebrate Japan and Japanese Culture in a fun, safe, family friendly atmosphere. To that end we hold our convention three days each year with panels, events, and contests that will let fans enjoy their favorite aspects of Anime and Japanese popular culture.

Want to help Anime Banzai happen?

We are always looking for help when it comes to making Anime Banzai bigger and better. We encourage the public to attend our planning meetings and help us out. We have a lot of different committees with a lot of different tasks and responsibilities. So come check us out and let us know you are interested in helping and we'll find the right opportunity for you!

All planning meetings take place on Saturdays from 11am to 1pm at the following location unless otherwise noted:

* - Due to lack of free rooms at the SLC Library Broadview University has offered space for this meeting. I will be held on the 3rd floor in the teaching theater at 11AM. Location is 240 East Morris Avenue Salt Lake City, Utah 84115

** - Due to last minute unforeseen changes check with the library service counter for room locations.

In order to get to Conference Room B, you need to travel down the stairs before the main entrance to the actual first floor library, in the outer foyer. Conference Room 4 is located on the fourth floor of the library, on the west end of the floor.

Also, check out our Volunteers Page for an up to date listing of what jobs need filling for the con now, and how you can help.