Anime ID Convention

11/11/2024

Hey all! November Anime Club ‘24 is going to be November 23rd.

Same venue as always supplied by 8455 Westpark St from 2-8!

We’ll have all the same activities going as usual, plus 🥁🥁🥁

This month we’re going to run a Beyblade tournament! No entry fee to participate and we have some blades for the winners to take home! We’ll accept sign ups until 4 and start ripping at 5.

Look forward to seeing you there 🤎💛

17/09/2024

Hello everyone, it’s time to announce the September Anime Club!

Find us at the same venue supplied by 8455 westpark st from September 28th 2-8!

We will be offering all the same activities as last Anime club including:
-board and video game areas
-karaoke and just dance
-Anime screening room
-local art jam

As well as the addition of:
-Gundam building
-Anime and video game trivia

We look forward to seeing some familiar and new faces this month 💛🤎

09/09/2024

Anime ID is excited to open our vendor hall applications for 2025! When filling out the form, please be sure to include your complete portfolio link and correct spelling of your preferred store or brand name! Applications will remain open until April 1st, or until spots have been filled. Spaces are limited and we encourage you to apply sooner rather than later!

Application form Here: https://forms.gle/hsqGKPkd9xVasqaM9

Our website is still under construction but should be updated soon with some exciting announcements and a link to this same application process!

17/08/2024

Anime ID is so excited to bring you a new monthly event, Anime Club!

As we put together plans for Anime ID 2025 we want to continue to be involved and give the community a consistent place to share our love for all things gaming, art, and of course anime.

The first Anime Club will be August 31st, 2-8pm, at 8455 Westpark St Boise ID and entry is completely free! We have an amazing collaboration with Boise CodeWorks that will bring you a comfortable venue to come and hang out! So make sure to mark your calendars and join us for the first ever Anime Club gathering.

Things to look forward to:
-Anime watch parties
-board/video games
-Talk directly with the founders of Anime ID and keep up to date with the plans for 2025
-Opportunities to connect and make some new friends!

25/07/2024

ANNOUNCMENT: Anime ID 2025 Dates

Anime ID is scheduled for June 28th-29th 2025! We had some venue limitations in what date we could pick but this is what we believe will best serve us and the community.

You may also notice the Anime ID website is currently under construction as the content gets switched out and some exciting new features get introduced, out with the old and in with the new!

And last but certainly not least, get ready for an incredible lineup of guests and events that we have in store for you! Trust us, you won’t want to miss out on what we have planned.

We’ll be sharing some more updates soon, so stay tuned and mark your calendars 🗓️ Let’s make the next convention the best one yet!

23/07/2024

We’ve got some great updates for you! Lately, we’ve been busy collecting all the event footage and pictures while also planning for next year’s event. Yes, you read that right—Anime ID 2025 is officially in the works! We’re thrilled to continue bringing Japanese and anime culture to the Treasure Valley, and we’ll be revealing the new date for Anime ID 2025 soon. Keep an eye on your feed for more details!

For now enjoy the video recap of Anime ID 2024 and let us know what your favorite part of the convention was this year!

16/07/2024

The votes were tallied and the winner of the 2024 Anime ID secondary mascot contest is…

Horace, the cutthroat trout and Idaho Giant salamander hybrid!

Congratulations to Horace and his artist ! We're excited to see more of Horace in the future. Speaking of the future, keep an eye out later this week for the dates of Anime ID 2.0 in 2025!

12/07/2024

Unfortunately, due to our staff feeling unwell, we won't be able to sit our booth at Idaho Horror & Pop Con. However, If you're a fan of all things spooky, we encourage you to check them out tomorrow, July 13th at Expo Idaho! Get tickets at https://idahohorror.com or at the door!

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Weekend of All Things Horror and Pop!

06/07/2024

Just a reminder that the QR code tickets are for our line attendants convenience! Your purchase recipt is also a valid way to claim your badges. We can also search your order by name and email address!

04/07/2024

We are excited to announce our first annual scavenger hunt!

Be sure to make your way to the Anime ID table to find all the clues you’ll need to get started on your journey. After that snap a photo with each hidden Ida and return to the Anime ID table to claim your prize.

What a fun way to explore the venue and claim a limited supply prize. Happy searching!

04/07/2024

Anime ID is only 2 days away!

With that said we'd like to introduce you to our very own Anime ID table in the vendor hall this year. This table is where you can find multiple services and activities to elevate your experience at Anime ID.

Private changing tents behind the staff table will allow you to change out of bulky costumes when you're ready to take a break!

We'll have a secondary mascot contest comprised of submissions from our very own vendor hall! Come by to vote on which creation you think should stand alongside Ida next year.

Claim entries to a drawing and potentially win some fun prizes!

Sign up for our cosplay contest happening on July 7th!

27/06/2024

We’re excited to work with the to bring you excellent service with a signature flare!

Indulge in an enchanting experience at Anime ID's Taiyō Maid Cafe, where Japanese culture meets hospitality in a charming setting.

Come by Anime ID’s Gazebo to be entertained by the talented maids and enjoy a refreshing drink, engaging games, and interactive activities throughout your visit.

25/06/2024

Anime ID Is excited to share our vendor hall layout! We're very proud to be featuring 95 vendors including a wide variety of artists, products, Pride merchandise, and even the Boise State Bronco Shop!

To dial up the fun to 11, Anime ID is also excited to announce the Vendor Hall Sticker Rally! Each time you make a first purchase at a vendor’s booth they’ll mark off the purchase with a sticker in your Anime ID booklet! Then when you've finished with your shopping, visit the Anime ID Booth at D11 to claim entries for a chance to win awesome prizes!*

*Booklet supply is limited, but should cover expected attendance. Drawing will be done at the close of the vendor hall on Sunday, 7/7/2024.

23/06/2024

Ticket announcement:

We want to start off by saying thank you! We’ve seen an influx of online ticket purchases as we get closer to Anime ID. This is our first year as a convention and our automated ticket system is not perfect and has had some issues under high load. In order to ensure your experience is as smooth as possible we’re going to pause online ticket sales starting at midnight tonight. 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩!

Tickets will also be available at several in person events at a discounted price. You can find Anime ID tickets at:
8-bit Games on Fairview in Meridian
June 28th at our trivia night at Realms Arcade
June 29th-30th at the Meridian Fine Arts Festival.

𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨 𝐈𝐝𝐚𝐡𝐨 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩!

If you’ve purchased a ticket and have not received a QR code please reach out to us at [email protected].
The QR code is just for our convenience, your square receipt will also be a valid form of entry.

We apologize for the inconvenience, and promise that in the future to ensure these systems work as well as they possibly can.

20/06/2024

Anime ID is excited to welcome all of the musical guests gracing our community stage! We're honored to provide a place where talented artists can put their work on display!

17/06/2024

Update! Anime ID’s panel schedule has seen some minor changes. Please plan accordingly to catch all your most anticipated events!

10/06/2024

Anime ID is excited to announce a full weekend of extra events to fill your convention calendar!

With the exception of the Taiyo Maid Cafe, everything listed in these schedules is available with no extra charge.

Make sure to follow for the concert schedule which is on its way!

Which event are you most excited for?