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Friday, May 16
 

10:00am MDT

Case Closed / Detective Conan 101
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Regardless if it's Jimmy or Shinichi you know, join us to learn about one of the longest running anime series with more than 1000+ episodes!
Speakers
TY
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

10:00am MDT

Con-Survival 101
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Telus 103
Going to your first con? Feeling overwhelmed with everything? Need a refresher on what to do? Come together to learn how to have the best con experience for you and others.
Speakers
NY
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

10:00am MDT

Learn to Play! Beyblade X
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Telus 101 / 102
A session in learning how scoring works in Beyblade X
Speakers
Z
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

11:30am MDT

Con Survival: Eat Without Breaking the Bank
Friday May 16, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Telus 103
Fuel your con days without breaking the bank! Learn low-cook, budget meals and snacks that don't need a fridge or microwave. Stay energized, save money, and avoid lines with these con survival foods
Speakers
AF
Friday May 16, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

11:30am MDT

Generation One is Generation Fun!
Friday May 16, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Explore the world of the first generation of Pokémon as we see the wild and whacky history of the franchise. From questionable game design to insane worldbuilding, find out how Pokémon got its start!
Speakers
AR
Friday May 16, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

12:00pm MDT

From Idea to Edit: How to Plan and Create Content
Friday May 16, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Glen 205
Are you interested in learning how to create better videos? In this panel, we'll discuss how to bring your ideas to life, filming/audio techniques and editing tricks to elevate your content.
Speakers
MH
Friday May 16, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Glen 205
  Community Content

12:00pm MDT

Rookie Cosplayer: Convention Safety
Friday May 16, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
A guide from convention veterans for convention rookies. Learn about convention etiquette, do's and don'ts, red flags to watch for and tips for staying safe while still having a great time.
Speakers
JL
Friday May 16, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

1:00pm MDT

How to Survive Cosplay Pre-judging with Autumn Cosplay
Friday May 16, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Come learn all the tips and tricks to surviving cosplay competition pre-judging with Autumn Cosplay, a veteran of the international cosplay competition circuit!
Speakers
avatar for Autumn Cosplay

Autumn Cosplay

Autumn, a cosplayer from Alberta, Canada, has a deep passion for creating costumes and bringing her favourite characters to life. Autumn has been cosplaying and competing for over 10 years, with over 50 designs under her belt and more than 20 awards. Autumn has also proudly represented... Read More →
Friday May 16, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Guest Content

1:00pm MDT

Connecting Indigenous Cultures: Canada & Japan
Friday May 16, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Bringing Indigenous peoples of Canada and Japan closer together one step at a time!
Speakers
IK
Friday May 16, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Official Otafest Content

1:30pm MDT

Getting Started in Voice Acting
Friday May 16, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
Ever wanted to get started in voice acting? Calgary locals, Mike Anthony and Nancy Situ, take you through everything you need to know to get started on your journey!
Speakers
NS
Friday May 16, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
  Official Otafest Content

2:30pm MDT

Fighting Hunger Like A Hero: The Calgary Food Bank
Friday May 16, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Telus 103
Fight hunger like a hero with Calgary Food Bank staff as they discuss how anime, food, and community are intertwined while discovering the ideal volunteer roles for your favourite anime hero.
Speakers
JL
Friday May 16, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

2:30pm MDT

Introduction to Origami
Friday May 16, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Want to learn about the Art of Origami? Come to this workshop for a hands on learning experience!
Speakers
CZ
Friday May 16, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

3:00pm MDT

Pokemon Stuffie Stitching
Friday May 16, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 205
Come make your own Pokémon plushie! All skill levels welcome. Pre-registration at the Pokémon League Room! 50 spots available!
Speakers
KB
Friday May 16, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 205
  Official Otafest Content

4:00pm MDT

Indigenous Identity & Cosplay | Kristicles edition
Friday May 16, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Hear about life as an Indigenous Artist, cosplay with cultural education, and Treaty 7 history in this panel by Kristicles AKA Kristy North Peigan, a fulltime Blackfoot artist from Piikani Nation!
Speakers
K
Friday May 16, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

4:00pm MDT

Zapp's Spaceship of Love: Critical fail!
Friday May 16, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Do you like D&D? Do you hate D&D? Do you not care either way and just want to see a bunch of nerds embarrass themselves? Join our D&D audience improv game and have your wish fulfilled!
Speakers
DE
Friday May 16, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

5:00pm MDT

Just Do It: A Panel on Panels
Friday May 16, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Ever wanted to run a panel, but didn't know where to start? Or just needed that little extra push to hit "submit"? If so, this is the panel for you!
Speakers
RF
Friday May 16, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

5:30pm MDT

Plus Side of Plus Size
Friday May 16, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
Telus 103
Bringing awareness and support to the fat community and appreciating cosplayers and fans of all sizes and body types.
Speakers
KV
Friday May 16, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

5:30pm MDT

Wig Styling 101 - Elevate Your Cosplays!
Friday May 16, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
When will you wear wigs? When you learn how to style them! Join us as we share our most used, beginner-friendly wig styling techniques that are sure to elevate and enhance your next cosplay!
Speakers
R
Friday May 16, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

6:30pm MDT

How Come You Can't Dance Yet?
Friday May 16, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
3rd time's the charm, welcome back to our panel, you will now be blessed with dancing skills~ Join us for a short tutorial and a K-pop random dance for everyone to enjoy.
Speakers
A
Friday May 16, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

7:00pm MDT

How to Make Cosplay & Cons Neurodivergent Friendly
Friday May 16, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Cons and cosplay can be a lot for neurodivergent people, so take it from a couple or neurodivergent cosplayers on how you can avoid cosplay overstimulation!
Speakers
OL
Friday May 16, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

7:00pm MDT

Sewing Machines 101 for Cosplay
Friday May 16, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Join us for an hour-long crash course on sewing machines tailored for beginners with no prior experience! This panel will introduce you to the basics of sewing machines and how to wrangle them.
Speakers
AF
Friday May 16, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

7:30pm MDT

What the Twitch 101 - A Beginners Q&A
Friday May 16, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
New to streaming? Wondering how to start or grow? Let Prof.Niff be your guide. A Q&A meets how to! Its for you!
Speakers
N
Friday May 16, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
  Community Content

8:00pm MDT

Lace and Rhinestones: How to Elevate Your Cosplays
Friday May 16, 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Learn about applying Lace, appliqués, and rhinestones to already existing cosplays. There will be different grades of stones for you to look at, and the best tips for applying appliqués.
Speakers
SB
Friday May 16, 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

8:30pm MDT

How to Create Manga 101
Friday May 16, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Want to create comics or manga and have no idea where to start? This panel will go over all the ins and outs of tools and steps to get ideas from out of your head and right into your own manga!
Speakers
T
Friday May 16, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

9:00pm MDT

Japanese Music Recommendation Corner
Friday May 16, 2025 9:00pm - 10:30pm MDT
Glen 205
Do you like Japanese music? Do you want to broaden your horizons? Do you want to impresses everyone on the aux cord? Then this panel is for you! Come learn & talk about music with like-minded people!
Speakers
Q
Friday May 16, 2025 9:00pm - 10:30pm MDT
Glen 205
  Community Content

9:30pm MDT

Traveling to Japan: Best Bang For Your Buck
Friday May 16, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Want to travel to Japan but not sure how to get the best bang for your buck? Where to stay? How to get around? Where is worth going? Join us to maximize your trip to Japan!
Speakers
SH
Friday May 16, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

11:00pm MDT

Anime That Destroys The Soul
Friday May 16, 2025 11:00pm - Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 205
Have you ever had your heart torn to shreds by anime? well fear more because all these recommendations will do the same thing.
Speakers
M
Friday May 16, 2025 11:00pm - Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 205
  Community Content

11:00pm MDT

Seinen & Salarymen: Anime for the Disillusioned
Friday May 16, 2025 11:00pm - Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00am MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Tired of high school power fantasies? Dive into seinen anime—gritty, surreal, and full of disillusioned businessmen. From Kaiji to Lain, explore the best of mature, thought-provoking anime.
Speakers
EC
Friday May 16, 2025 11:00pm - Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00am MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content
 
Saturday, May 17
 

10:00am MDT

Cosplay Tips from a Veteran
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 206
Hoping to ask questions about DIY and easy crafting advice from a 12+ year cosplay veteran to help level up your cosplay? Now's your chance!
Speakers
J
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

10:00am MDT

How to Write an Anime OP
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Jump into the world of music making and learn all about anime song writing & production! Get inspired and learn about the skills you need to make your own anime style song. Great for all ages.
Speakers
GF
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

11:30am MDT

ARBI Brain Injury Escape Room
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 206
A multi-sensory and interactive fund experience where participants must solve puzzles and challenges related to brain injury, to understand the difficulties that can arise from brain injuries.
Speakers
PS
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

11:30am MDT

Dungeon Meshi: Motivation for Healthy Cooking
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Delicious meals in my kitchen? Take my hand and let's learn to cook with inspiration from the dungeon!
Speakers
M
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Community Content

12:00pm MDT

Oshieto yo! General Budgetting Series
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Yo yo! Having some problems with budgeting? Need some help on how to be a better gacha spender? Tips on how to appropriately ball on spending?



I,(ken), help you! Join me and we can discuss about it
Speakers
KJ
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

12:00pm MDT

Make Your Own Mini-Doujinshi!
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm MDT
Glen 205
Join us for a workshop where you create a mini doujinshi from one sheet of paper in less than 90 minutes! No art experience required, and materials are provided.
Speakers
A
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm MDT
Glen 205
  Community Content

1:00pm MDT

Introduction to Japanese Mahjong
Saturday May 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Want to learn about the most popular table game in Japan?

Join us as we introduce you to the game, and show you where you can play. We will also go over some Mahjong anime and manga.
Speakers
HP
Saturday May 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Official Otafest Content

1:30pm MDT

Roll for DM - A pro DM's Guide to Running TTRPGs
Saturday May 17, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Want to run your own D&D or other table top session but not sure how? Join us for tips, advice and stories from a Professional Gamemaster.
Speakers
J
Saturday May 17, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

2:00pm MDT

On Writing Successful Action Fantasy
Saturday May 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Dive into the secrets of Action Fantasy! Discover the pillars of storytelling, analyze popular tropes, and craft dynamic worlds and characters with this interactive panel for fans and writers alike.
Speakers
BR
Saturday May 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

2:30pm MDT

DO YOU 404? Learning Fandom-Based Improv with The 404s
Saturday May 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Actors learn improv... And Nerds learn NERDPROV! Join The 404s in this workshop, where you will look behind the curtains of the comedy they bring to events around the country - and how the fandoms we all love power their shows. Learn some improv exercises, practice some stage games, and create a brand-new comedy team where YOU will lead the laughter!
Speakers
avatar for The 404s

The 404s

The 404s – Join Alberta’s own improv otaku as they make up hilarious scenes and sketches with no script, no preparation, and no idea what they’ll do. With your suggestions and anime-inspired situations powering every unique show, The 404s will keep you laughing all weekend long... Read More →
Saturday May 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Guest Content

3:00pm MDT

Final Fantasy XIV: A 101 Guide from Mentors
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Guided hand-in-hand by mentors, experience this immersive and fun guide for FFXIV! We'll prepare you for everything you need to know so you can be well-equipped to step foot into the world of Eorzea!
Speakers
MB
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

3:30pm MDT

MILGRAM The Second Trial
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
MILGRAM is an interactive music project created by DECO*27 and Takuya Yamanaka. We'll go over the 1st trial, then watch the music videos for the 2nd, so this panel is for fans and newcomers alike!
Speakers
BH
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

3:30pm MDT

Pokemon Stuffie Stitching
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 205
Come make your own Pokémon plushie! All skill levels welcome. Pre-registration at the Pokémon League Room! 50 spots available!
Speakers
KB
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 205
  Official Otafest Content

4:00pm MDT

How to become a Composer/Sound-Designer for Games
Saturday May 17, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Do you want to work in game audio? Join local award winning game audio professional Dillan Schmitz as he covers all the necessary basics and insider tips to breaking into the game audio Industry!
Speakers
DS
Saturday May 17, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Community Content

4:00pm MDT

Beyond the Anime: Living and Working in Japan
Saturday May 17, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 206
Ever dreamed of moving to Japan? Join former Japanese Exchange & Teaching Programme (JET) alumni as we take you beyond the anime and show you what living and working in Japan as a foreigner is like.
Speakers
A
Saturday May 17, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

5:00pm MDT

Cosplay on a Dime
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Glean some budget-saving tips from the team at Red Kitten Productions. We talk about where your dollars are best spent, how to maximize your look and minimize the wallet drain! Tips on repurposing mat
Speakers
H
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

5:00pm MDT

How to Get Into Voice Acting with Joe Zieja!
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
Want to know how to get into voice acting? Joe Zieja is the founder and CEO of LearnVoiceActing.com, a comprehensive, modern, relevant source of education for voice actors who want to stop asking others for permission and start being empowered to take control of their own careers. With a focus on removing barriers from entry into the industry, Joe's focus is on de-mystifying voice acting for full timers, side-hustlers, and hobbyists alike by providing dynamic, engaging resources for actors in a supportive and encouraging environment. Come join him in this one-hour panel to learn how YOU can take your first steps into voice acting!
Speakers
avatar for Joe Zieja

Joe Zieja

Joe Zieja is a voice actor, author, and educator in Los Angeles. You’ve heard him in Genshin Impact (Wriothesley), Fire Emblem Three Houses (Claude Von Riegan), Persona 3 Reload (Kenji Tomochika), Starfield (Denis Averin), Just Cause 4 (Cesar), Star Fox Zero, The Battle Begins (Fox... Read More →
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
  Guest Content

5:30pm MDT

Yaoi: The Unique Anatomy of 90's Anime Heartthrobs
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Take a deep dive into the second-hand embarrassing, "classic," and un-proportional 90s yaoi manga look (those who know will know) with well-intended BL fans.
Speakers
CM
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Community Content

5:30pm MDT

How to be a Convention Artist
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Are you thinking about how to sell your art like the amazing artists in artist alley? If so, check out this panel for start up / how to info, tips, tricks, and advice from an artist alley veteran!
Speakers
CZ
Saturday May 17, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

6:00pm MDT

Wired for Sound
Saturday May 17, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm MDT
Glen 206
Let's explore and celebrate the world of video game music! Join us for the humble beginnings to modern masterpieces.
Speakers
J
Saturday May 17, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

7:00pm MDT

Singing Japanese Songs
Saturday May 17, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Jump into the world of singing songs in Japanese and learn some tricks to get better at learning new songs and overcome even the toughest verses! Great for all ages.
Speakers
GF
Saturday May 17, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Community Content

7:30pm MDT

Nerdlesque: The World of Cosplay Burlesque
Saturday May 17, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm MDT
Glen 206
What is Nerdlesque? It's Cosplay Burlesque! Learn all about this wonderful and wacky genre of Burlesque and where it came from, and use it to elevate cosplay performance and costumes.
Speakers
SB
Saturday May 17, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

8:00pm MDT

Cosplay, Fast Fashion, and You
Saturday May 17, 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Dive into the inner workings of the crossover between making costumes vs. buying costumes!
Speakers
RF
Saturday May 17, 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

9:30pm MDT

Design Theory in Cosplay Creation
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Telus 103
Design Theory in Cosplay Creation

Learn how to use design theory principles to create stunning costumes with examples, live demonstrations, and actionable insights to enhance your cosplay design.
Speakers
BD
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

9:30pm MDT

Let's Write A Cursed Fanfiction!
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
Fanfiction is a fantastic creative medium, but it's even better when it's CURSED! Join us in creating our very worst masterpiece yet, and have your name in the credits on the big screen (that is, AO3)
Speakers
M
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
  Community Content

9:30pm MDT

OK Weeaboomer: A Restrospective of Retro Anime
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Glen 205
Do you miss the look of retro anime? Do you still watch your worn-out bootleg tapes on a CRT? Are you just an old soul? Come join a bunch of like-minded weirdos for a celebration of the classics!
Speakers
J
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Glen 205
  Community Content

9:30pm MDT

Queerness in Anime and Manga 4 - The Sequel
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
Hello and welcome back. I return once more to have a frank discussion about the portrayal of Queerness in Anime and Manga. Audience participation is encouraged and there will be cat photos at the end.
Speakers
A
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30pm - 10:30pm MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

10:30pm MDT

The Ins and Outs of Visual Novels ~Tulpa Edition~
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:30pm - Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Come on in and learn about the most unhinged medium to grace the otaku sphere as we peruse through various visual novel scenes from a plethora of different genres. Steamy ones included. (・ω
Speakers
K
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:30pm - Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Community Content

10:30pm MDT

Yaoi Panel
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:30pm - Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 206
Hello! Come join the Yaoi panel by Yukirin and Codex. Let's learn more about Yaoi, upcoming and already released BL, and play some games too!
Speakers
Y
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:30pm - Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

11:00pm MDT

Of Monsters And Men
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:00pm - Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 201 / 202
A look into the overlapping patterns found in media with monsters and why people desire the monsters in question, carnally.
Speakers
K
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:00pm - Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00am MDT
Glen 201 / 202
  Community Content
 
Sunday, May 18
 

10:00am MDT

How to Clean Unwashable Garments
Sunday May 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Telus 103
Join Sweetie Blue and learn all of the tips and tricks of keeping all of those unwashable costumes and cosplays clean and fresh!
Speakers
SB
Sunday May 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

10:00am MDT

Wotagei 101: Introduction to Cyalume Dance
Sunday May 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 206
Come join us as we teach you how to perform Wotagei (also known as Cyalume Dance; a high-energy dance style performed with chemical glowsticks! (As seen in Oshi no Ko)
Speakers
T
Sunday May 18, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

10:30am MDT

Pokémon Ecology 101
Sunday May 18, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Telus 101 / 102
A crash course seminar discussing the understandings of Pokémon ecology.
Speakers
M
Sunday May 18, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Telus 101 / 102
  Community Content

11:30am MDT

Disability and Cosplay
Sunday May 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Telus 103
Join us for a discussion on disability, cosplay, and accessibility as we share tips, tricks, and stories.
Speakers
VS
Sunday May 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

11:30am MDT

Transformers in Japan: HEAD ON TO VICTORY!
Sunday May 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
As documentary viewers know, Transformers ended in 1986 and then nothing happened until 2007 - or did it? A look into the history of how the Generation One franchise continued on for years in Japan!
Speakers
MI
Sunday May 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Glen 201 / 202
  Community Content

12:00pm MDT

Zapp's Spaceship of Love: Tales of Interest!
Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
Come join our panel of Geek Historians as for a Tale of Interest through absurd and hilarious moments in Nerd Culture, with most of us being just as blind to the content as you are!
Speakers
DE
Sunday May 18, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

1:00pm MDT

Cosplay LED's 101
Sunday May 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Want to add a little something extra to your next cosplay or prop? Why not light up the con floor by introducing LED's into your build with a few easy tricks to get you started.
Speakers
VS
Sunday May 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

1:30pm MDT

How it's Made - Cosplay Edition
Sunday May 18, 2025 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
South Hall
Welcome to Otafest's Cosplay fair! This event is for cosplayers of all ages to come and learn about new techniques in crafting cosplay costumes, the art of cosplaying on stage, and so many more aspects of the craft. The event is fully interactive, like a science fair, but all about cosplaying! Come take a look at what our contributors have to share, learn something new, and make some new cosplay friends!
Sunday May 18, 2025 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
South Hall
  Official Otafest Content

2:30pm MDT

Merch collecting, bootlegs, and you!
Sunday May 18, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Telus 103
Your guide to buying, collecting and displaying anime and fandom related merch! We'll cover how to avoid bootlegs and scams and stay safe when collecting merch of your faves!
Speakers
AV
Sunday May 18, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

2:30pm MDT

Interactive Radioplays and Voice Acting!
Sunday May 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Glen 206
Join voice actors, Mike Anthony and Nancy Situ, as they take you on a tour through the world of radio plays! Come ask questions and participate in the performance of a brand new script!
Speakers
NS
Sunday May 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Glen 206
  Official Otafest Content

4:00pm MDT

Cosplay on a Budget!
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Telus 103
If you're new to cosplay or an experienced cosplayer and want to learn about thrifting, altering, sustainability, and finding cosplay second hand on a broke student budget this panel is for you!
Speakers
LG
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content

4:00pm MDT

Brendan Hunter - Local Voice Actor Success Story
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
Come learn about voicing for the world from Alberta and hear the tales of being a pro VA in Hunter X Hunter (Hisoka), Dragon Ball (Tien), DBGT (Uub), and many others. Prints and autographs available for purchase!
Speakers
BH
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Glen 208 / 209
  Official Otafest Content

4:30pm MDT

Kiss from a Rose: A Love Letter to the Bara Genre
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 206
If touching grass doesn't fix you, maybe talking about beefy men and their love lives will.
Speakers
RF
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 206
  Community Content

4:30pm MDT

Tooling & Detailing Leather with Autumn Cosplay
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 205
Learn all the tips and tricks to working with leather to elevate your cosplay to the next level! With Calgary's own, Autumn Cosplay!
Speakers
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Autumn Cosplay

Autumn, a cosplayer from Alberta, Canada, has a deep passion for creating costumes and bringing her favourite characters to life. Autumn has been cosplaying and competing for over 10 years, with over 50 designs under her belt and more than 20 awards. Autumn has also proudly represented... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Glen 205
  Guest Content

5:30pm MDT

History and Mythology Behind Final Fantasy Enemies
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
A look at a small gathering of the basic enemies in the Final Fantasy series, where they came from, and what kind of stories they were involved in.
Speakers
TF
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Glen 203 / 204
  Community Content

5:30pm MDT

Website Building 101: Artists and Cosplayers
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Telus 103
Build a simple, professional website for your art or cosplay—no coding needed! Perfect for creatives looking to showcase + sell their work. We will have a walkthrough demo and take home resources.
Speakers
AF
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Telus 103
  Community Content
 
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