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Anime Central (ACEN)
AnimeMay 14–16, 2027
Chicago, IL
Venue
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018
Transit
Transit info pending
Artist Registration
Dates TBA
Hotel
Open Now
Opens: Oct 16, 2026
Prices
2027
Earlier years (2025, 2024, 2023)
2025
Dealers & vendors
- Retailer booth$850
- Premium retailer$1,000
- Industry/premium partner$1,400
- Zone fee+$0-$100
- Corner+$150
From the con's published prices, checked Oct 9, 2026 · Source
2024
Artist alley
- 2'x8' table, 2 chairs, 1 Artist Alley membership badge$160
From the con's published prices, checked Oct 9, 2026 · Source
Dealers & vendors
- Retailer booth$850
- Premium retailer$1,000
- Industry/premium partner$1,400
- Zone fee+$0-$100
- Corner+$150
From the con's published prices, checked Oct 9, 2026 · Source
2023
Artist alley
- 2'x8' table, 2 chairs, 1 Artist Alley membership badge$160
From the con's published prices, checked Oct 9, 2026 · Source
Dealers & vendors
- Retailer booth$850
- Premium retailer$1,000
- Industry/premium partner$1,400
- Zone fee+$0-$100
- Corner+$150
From the con's published prices, checked Oct 9, 2026 · Source
Past Years (3)
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