Welcome to the Des Moines Anime-Fest
Fun for the Whole Family!

Des Moines Anime-Fest is an anime collectors’ mecca convention located in the beautiful Capital City of Des Moines, Iowa. Striving to be Iowa’s best and truest anime convention featuring fandoms of multiple genres. As a long-time collector of anime, manga and pop culture items the promoter brings Des Moines an event that will satisfy all anime fandom!

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Des Moines Anime-Fest will have exhibitors that cater to a wide-spectrum of interests including: 

•anime candy      • magazines         • toys                      • video games 

•anime manga       • cosplay             • artwork sketches         • apparel & jewelry

In addition, a roster of anime industry professionals and fandom-related celebrities are guaranteed in attendance for fans to meet and greet. This will be one show not to miss! 

Sunday August 24, 2025 - Guests, Events & Attractions 
Voice Actress - Linda Young 
Dragon Ball Z, Yu Yu Hakusho & 
Fairy Tale


Voice Actor - Chuck Huber 
DBZ, Yu Yu Hakusho & My Hero Academia

Voice Actor - Phil Parsons
DBZ, Fairy Tail, & Attack on Titan & 
One Piece

Show Schedule - Click Here

Meet Local Manga Artists

Pokemon Merchandise

Anime Merchandise Vendors

Lip Sync Contest - 2:00pm
Free To Enter During Show
Prizes for Winners

Anime Trivia Contest - 12:00pm
Free To Enter During Show
Prizes for Winners

Cosplay Contest - 4:00pm
Free To Enter During Show
Prizes for Winners
Rules & Details - Click Here

Anime Panels
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Kids FREE Under 11
1 Kid Per 1 Paid Adult Ticket

FREE Parking

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Tickets
You can purchase your Tickets Now (Click Here) or at the Door at the Hotel Registration Desk in the Lobby day of the show. 

Kids under the age of 11 are FREE per Adult Paid Ticket. 1 FREE Children Entry per 1 Adult Paid Ticket. Additional Children is only $10.00/Admission.  

TICKETS & PACKAGES CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR DAY OF EVENT. To purchase your ticket to the show please - click here

Please make sure you have read our Terms & Conditions for the show click here
Vending at the Show - Apply Today!

Please click on links below to register your table space to exhibit at our show on Sunday August 24, 2025. We have Food Truck Vendor Spots & Company Sponsorship Opportunities if you are interested just send us an email at info@desmoinesanimefest.com 


All Vendor Tables at the show are 6 Foot Tables for all Vendors & Artists. Each Table comes with 2 Staff Passes (Hand Stamps).
All tables come with 1 Chair. If you want Electrical its available for a fee. All Pricing is for the 1 Day Show space. All Table locations are good locations with our room setup at the show. Please make your choice below:
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Book Your Artist Alley Table - Click Here

Where is the Show Taking Place ? Airport Holiday Inn Conference Center

Airport Holiday Inn & Conference Center

6111 Fleur Dr. Des Moines, IA 50321

Telephone: 515-287-2400

 Website: Click Here

See Map Below For Directions

Show Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Welcome to Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport Conference Center, your gateway to comfort just minutes from the airport and Des Moines City Center. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, our hotel has everything you need for a perfect stay.

Enjoy our unique tropical courtyard with an indoor pool and whirlpool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and comfortable rooms with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and hard-wired internet access.

Business travelers can easily access major companies such as Wells Fargo and Nationwide. Explore local attractions like Blank Park Zoo, Iowa State Fairgrounds, and Adventureland. Besides this, our free airport shuttle and full-service grill ensure a delightful stay.