Power up for five days of Neo-Tokyo energy and live entertainment
Get ready to power-up Abu Dhabi, because Animenia is back!
From 11–15 February 2026, Manarat Al Saadiyat transforms into Neo-Tokyo like you’ve never seen before, packed with immersive anime experiences, cross-cultural street food, exclusive merch, live entertainment, and endless fan energy.
The main attraction is the jaw-dropping cosplay competition with a prize pool of AED 400,000; that’s enough to make even a Super Saiyan do a double-take!
Solo or group, crafty or dramatic, it’s your time to shine in front of an audience that’s as epic as your costume.
You can explore anime worlds brought to life with full-scale scene recreations, interactive gaming zones, J-Pop and Anisong performances, and surprise appearances from familiar voices.
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Whether you’re a nostalgic fan or a newbie, there’s something to make your inner otaku scream “Sugoi!”
So, grab your cosplay gear, charge your energy bars, and get ready to level up, Animenia 2026 is about to drop into Abu Dhabi with five days of anime, action, and adventure that’s totally over 9000.
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Brush up your skills, flex your fandom, and mark 15 February for the ultimate cosplay showdown.
11–15 February 2026, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi. Registration is open until 15 January 2026 at animeniaabudhabi.com
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