Looking to help make Setsucon 2022 the best ever? Well join our volunteer team to help make that happen! This year, we will be offering two volunteering pathways via our Penguin and Baby Penguin Programs. Penguin Volunteers are just like normal – get a reimbursed badge or hotel spot, staff shirt, Setsu swag, and more, […]
Show off your skills in the Setsucon Masquerade! From skits and songs, to dances & more – whatever you want to perform, our Masquerade the spot to do it. Capture the crowd, pump up the energy, and get ready to rock! Submissions now available at https://setsucon.com/programming/masquerade.
Introducing our next performer for the Setsucon 2022 Concert Series: Heroes 4 Hire! After gracing our virtual stage in 2021, Tray-Digga & Ray Riley are taking their talents to Altoona to bring a fusion of nerdcore hip-hop to the Alleghenies. From their creative lyrics to their major rap powers, this dynamic duo lights up the […]
Calling All Panelists! Applications to present a panel or workshop at Setsucon 2022 are now open! Applications will remain open through November 17th, 2021. Whether you have a new fan theory to share, want to chat about the history of your favorite show, or give insight into anime and Japanese culture, we have a spot […]
Introducing our next performer for the Setsucon 2022 Concert Series: ThaGataNegrra! Making her Setsucon debut, ThaGataNegrra takes alt hip-hop to a new level, combining it with a new wave, kawaii-pop fuel to bring out a truly unique sound. GATA will be gracing our stage, clad in cosplay, as part of the Sunday Concert Series. Learn […]
Calling all content creators – our AMV Contest is now accepting entries! Show off your work for all to see, from laugh out loud comedies to tearjerking dramas. Entries will be accepting until January 11th, 2022. Learn more and apply now at https://www.setsucon.com/amv-contest.
Show off your cosplay craftsmanship and style in our Hall Cosplay Contest! We are now accepting entries to our contest – entries will be accepted online through January 22nd or at the convention. All experience levels are welcome! Learn more at https://setsucon.com/programming/hall-cosplay.
Introducing our next act for the Setsucon 2022 Concert Series, Otaku Ongaku! This nerdy anime cover band will be playing along with your favorite OSTs and anime songs – from openings & endings, to movie soundtracks you won’t want to miss. Learn more about Otaku Ongaku at https://setsucon.com/guests.
Setsucon is proud to announce the Setsucon 2022 Charity Gaming Tournament – featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Guilty Gear Strive! This year, we are adding in two, full length, competitive gaming tournaments to our gaming events, and all for a good cause – every entry fee for each tournament goes directly to our charity […]
Join us in welcoming back our first performer for the Setsucon 2022 Concert Series, Awesomus Prime! Making his fourth Setsucon appearance, Awesomus Prime has become a staple of the Main Events stage, now taking his talents from the DJ booth to the Concert square. This nerdy performer brings you all of your favorites from anime, […]
Founded in 2007 by the Penn State Anime Organization, Setsucon brings anime, manga, and Japanese culture to the winter months in Central Pennsylvania.
