DAiCon 2026
Davis Anime Convention (DAiCon) is an anime convention held at UC Davis, hosted by the Davis Anime Club!
Date: Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Location: UC Davis Alumni Center and Conference Center530 Alumni Ln, Davis, CA 95616
Join us for panels with fun anime-related topics, artist alley with a ton of anime artists and vendors, board games and video games, cosplay gatherings, and more!
Panels
Artist Alley
Games
Cosplay
Performances
Latest News
Photographer Application
Want to help take pictures for Cosplay Gatherings and capture all of the fun memories throughout the event? Consider being a photographer for DAiCon! Applications are now open to sign up as a photographer! :)Applications closes on February 7th 11:59PM PST!Link: Photographer Application
Cosplay Gathering Application
Interested in hosting a cosplay gathering at DAiCon? Fill out this Google Form if you're interested in hosting a gathering for any show or game you'd like! :)Applications closes on February 7th 11:59PM PST!Link: Cosplay Gathering Application
Panel Application
It is now officially closed! Thank you to those who had applied! More details to come!
Events & Activities
Guests of Honor
To be announced soon!
Events & Activities
Cosplay Contest
Details to be announced soon!
Cosplay Gatherings
Interested in hosting a cosplay gathering at DAiCon? Fill out this Google Form if you're interested in hosting a gathering for any show or game you'd like! :)Applications closes on February 7th 11:59PM PST!Link: Cosplay Gathering Application
IMPORTANT: Props and Cosplay Rules
Aggie Host Security Division from the University of California, Davis Police Department, reserves the right to maintain security, safety, and hospitality during the Davis Anime Convention. Please adhere to their instructions and directions.DAiCon is a family-friendly convention and children are welcome and encouraged to attend, so please keep that in mind when choosing your cosplay.
Props
NO LIVE STEEL at all will be permitted on the premises of the convention.
- No sharp edges or objects that could be used as a weapon are allowed.
- Any metal chains are to be less than three feet (3’) in length. This includes, but is not limited to chain wallets or any non-costume chains as well.NO GUNS OR PROJECTILE LAUNCHERS OF ANY KIND will be permitted.
- NO prop guns of ANY KIND allowed.Prop weapons shall be limited to less than six feet, six inches (6’6″) in height, and less than fifty pounds (50lbs) in weight.
Cosplay
Outfits must cover at least as much as a swimsuit and shoes/sandals must be worn at all times. Makeup and bodypaint are allowed, but do not count towards body coverage. Body paint should be set or sealed so that it will not rub off onto the surroundings.
Leashes, ropes, chains, etc. connecting two or more people are not allowed for safety reasons.
Skate-shoes, roller skates, and rollerblades are not allowed. Skateboarding is not allowed, though skateboards may be used as props if they meet the convention guidelines.
Current US military uniforms, costumes that may be confused with law enforcement, or other emergency response personnel are not permitted.
Miscellaneous
NO ALCOHOL, LIGHTERS, CIGARETTES, AND PEPPER SPRAY permitted at the convention.
Events & Activities
Panels
Panels will be held at the Alumni Center!It's officially closed, thank you to those who had applied! More details to come!
Events & Activities
Stage Performances
Full schedule will be announced soon!
Events & Activities
Fighting Games
& Smash Ultimate
Details will be announced soon!
Rhythm Games
Details will be announced soon!
Board Games
Details will be announced soon!
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Conference Room B
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Multiple 16-player brackets!
In collaboration with:
Davis Smash Ultimate Club
Sign-ups will be IN-PERSON
Rhythm Games
DDR
Osu!
Sound Voltex
Project Diva
Available for free play!
In collaboration with:
Rhythm Games Club @ UC Davis
Fighting Games
Guilty Gear
Street Fighter
Available for free play!
In collaboration with:
Fighting Games Club @ UC Davis
Events & Activities
Artist Alley
Artist and vendor application for DAiCon 2026 artist alley is now CLOSED!Thank you for those who had applied, we will get back to you shortly!We do not allow NSFW and AI-generated products to be sold at DAiCon.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns and want to reach out to us directly, please email us at [email protected]Our social media accounts are also open for DM's!Are you a UC Davis student/alumni? Join the Davis Anime Club Discord server!
Tickets
Details will be announced soon!
Tickets
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Prices
Pre-sale: $20
Pre-sale Youth: $15At the door: $25
At the door Youth: $20DAC Member/Supporter: $15
Check-in will be at the Conference CenterAfter checking in, attendees will be given a wristband that will be checked before entering the Alumni Center or re-entering the Conference Center, so people can move in and out of reserved buildings.