Otafest 2025

Check in here if you are participating in the Idol Festival Showcase.

Perform, cheer, and wota for some of your favourite idol performers in this non-competitive preview of Saturday's Idol Festival! Featuring a variety of Idol Dance groups, from soloists to large groups and everything in between!

SEPARATELY PURCHASED TICKET REQUIRED: https://maidcafe.eventbrite.ca

Embark on an Epic Adventure at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern!

Step into a fantastical world where your journey is guided by the roll of a dice, and every moment is filled with magic, laughter, and excitement! Join us for a one-of-a-kind RPG-inspired experience at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern, where the adventure is just beginning.

Maid & Butler Café: Your Quest Awaits!

On your quest, you’ll encounter loyal maids and charming butlers who will lead you through an interactive adventure. The roll of the dice will determine your path, shaping a unique and unforgettable story with every turn. Whether you’re battling, solving puzzles, or discovering hidden treasures, you’ll be at the heart of the action.

But fear not, brave adventurer! As you journey through this magical realm, you’ll also have time to rest and recharge. Indulge in a delicious bento meal, savor delectable desserts, and challenge your fellow travelers to games of wit and chance. Between quests, allow our talented staff to entertain you with an exclusive dance performance, celebrating the camaraderie of all adventurers.

SEPARATELY PURCHASED TICKET REQUIRED: https://maidcafe.eventbrite.ca

Embark on an Epic Adventure at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern!

Step into a fantastical world where your journey is guided by the roll of a dice, and every moment is filled with magic, laughter, and excitement! Join us for a one-of-a-kind RPG-inspired experience at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern, where the adventure is just beginning.

Maid & Butler Café: Your Quest Awaits!

On your quest, you’ll encounter loyal maids and charming butlers who will lead you through an interactive adventure. The roll of the dice will determine your path, shaping a unique and unforgettable story with every turn. Whether you’re battling, solving puzzles, or discovering hidden treasures, you’ll be at the heart of the action.

But fear not, brave adventurer! As you journey through this magical realm, you’ll also have time to rest and recharge. Indulge in a delicious bento meal, savor delectable desserts, and challenge your fellow travelers to games of wit and chance. Between quests, allow our talented staff to entertain you with an exclusive dance performance, celebrating the camaraderie of all adventurers.

Yosakoi Soran Calgary is a vibrant and dynamic Japanese dance troupe founded by a group of passionate dancers who wanted to bring the energy and excitement of the Yosakoi Soran dance style to the local community, and has become a beloved fixture of the local arts and culture scene! Their performances are always a hit with audiences, who are captivated by the group's high-energy dance routines and colourful costumes!

Are you a fan of incredible vocal performances? Do you love watching talented singers compete for glory and recognition? The Ota Factor is where the community's best vocalists come together to showcase their skills and compete for top honours! This exciting event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy amazing live music and support local performers who are ready to give their best performance and sing their hearts out.

Best of all, the qualified panel of judges aren't the only ones who get to choose the singer's fate! You also get to vote and give your favourite performer the Audience's Choice prize! So come and enjoy these brilliant performances from passionate singers that are sure to entertain and move you, as they compete for the glory of being recognized as the best.

Please join us on Stephen Avenue for Taiko performances from Yama no Oto! This acclaimed Taiko ensemble has delighted Calgarians at The Calgary Stampede, Global Fest and Omatsuri, and is always a hit with the crowd! Those drums are going to reverberate all the way through the downtown core!

SEPARATELY PURCHASED TICKET REQUIRED: https://maidcafe.eventbrite.ca

Embark on an Epic Adventure at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern!

Step into a fantastical world where your journey is guided by the roll of a dice, and every moment is filled with magic, laughter, and excitement! Join us for a one-of-a-kind RPG-inspired experience at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern, where the adventure is just beginning.

Maid & Butler Café: Your Quest Awaits!

On your quest, you’ll encounter loyal maids and charming butlers who will lead you through an interactive adventure. The roll of the dice will determine your path, shaping a unique and unforgettable story with every turn. Whether you’re battling, solving puzzles, or discovering hidden treasures, you’ll be at the heart of the action.

But fear not, brave adventurer! As you journey through this magical realm, you’ll also have time to rest and recharge. Indulge in a delicious bento meal, savor delectable desserts, and challenge your fellow travelers to games of wit and chance. Between quests, allow our talented staff to entertain you with an exclusive dance performance, celebrating the camaraderie of all adventurers.

Please welcome S4KURA for their first DJ performance at Otafest, join them on Stephen Ave for upbeat music and fun!

Oh no! The 404s have been transported from Otafest to a comedy show inspired by all the isekai anime out there (and man there are a lot of them!). Commanded to perform by a dementedly chaotic referee, teams of comedians will perform comedy sketches and YOU will determine the winners! It's our last comedy show of the weekend, and we need your votes - which team will survive?

SEPARATELY PURCHASED TICKET REQUIRED: https://maidcafe.eventbrite.ca

Embark on an Epic Adventure at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern!

Step into a fantastical world where your journey is guided by the roll of a dice, and every moment is filled with magic, laughter, and excitement! Join us for a one-of-a-kind RPG-inspired experience at the Otafest Maid & Butler Café and Tavern, where the adventure is just beginning.

Maid & Butler Café: Your Quest Awaits!

On your quest, you’ll encounter loyal maids and charming butlers who will lead you through an interactive adventure. The roll of the dice will determine your path, shaping a unique and unforgettable story with every turn. Whether you’re battling, solving puzzles, or discovering hidden treasures, you’ll be at the heart of the action.

But fear not, brave adventurer! As you journey through this magical realm, you’ll also have time to rest and recharge. Indulge in a delicious bento meal, savor delectable desserts, and challenge your fellow travelers to games of wit and chance. Between quests, allow our talented staff to entertain you with an exclusive dance performance, celebrating the camaraderie of all adventurers.

It's been an amazing weekend. Join us as we say goodbye to another fantastic year. Together, we'll go over how much fun we've had over the weekend, including highlights and memorable moments. Our special guests will say their farewells and thank you's to all of you who made this event possible. We'll also recognize the winners of various contests and events that took place throughout the weekend.

OTAFEST OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY 2025: ANIME FANTASY RAVE (18+)
 Step through the gate—your final dungeon awaits! 
Your favourite anime collide in a magical explosion of music, lights, and legendary vibes!
SAVE $5 with EARLYBIRD tickets until May 1st!

Want to extend the Otafest fun? Complete one last quest! 
Gather your party and get lost in a high-energy fantasy rave realm of anime and J-pop remixes, potion drinks, side quests, and more!

Travel between the Hunting Grounds (upstairs) and the Safe Zone (downstairs), you never know who—or what—you might run into along the way. 

WHAT AWAITS YOU AT THE DUNGEON
 Epic Live Anime & J-pop DJ Sets All Night Long!
 Potion & Elixir Drinks to Enhance the Night
 Save your progress at the Save Point (Photobooth)
 Complete Side Quests to Win Loot
 Visit the Travelling Merchant to Upgrade Your Gear!

Immerse yourself in a real fantasy realm and discover a new rave adventure!
Cosplay is encouraged! Doors open at 9pm, drop by anytime until 2am! ID will be checked at the door.

This is your S-rank raid. No respawns. No regrets.
Are you ready to conquer the night?

Enlist Now — Guild Capacity is Limited!

Tickets: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/otafestafterparty2025