Matsuricon 2019

Inuyasha Cosplayer

*We received press passes for this convention*

It’s been a summer of cons this year, and Matsuricon was my first anime con that I visited. It happens every year in Columbus, OH and showcases all things anime & pop culture. They had so many great guests, panels, and events. I loved being there to photograph, and I can’t wait to go back next year!

Cosplayers as Xayah & KDA Akali
Cosplayers as Xayah & KDA Akali from League of Legends
Cosplayers as Raven and Starfire
Cosplayers as Raven and Starfire, two of my favorite characters!

There was so much great cosplay with so many talented people. I loved watching the Cosplay Fashion Show, where people could create an outfit inspired by anything they want. The balloon outfit piranha plant was especially impressive! I can’t imagine how much time, skill and planning that went into it.

Plant cosplay made with balloons
Plant cosplay made with balloons
Cosplayer in the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer in the cosplay fashion show
A perfect cosplay kiss from the cosplay fashion show
A perfect cosplay kiss from the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer at the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer at the cosplay fashion show
Goldeen cosplay at the cosplay fashion show
Goldeen cosplay at the cosplay fashion show
Bowsette cosplay at the cosplay fashion show
Bowsette cosplay at the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer at the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer at the cosplay fashion show
Sylveon cosplay at the cosplay fashion show
Sylveon cosplay at the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer in the cosplay fashion show
Cosplayer in the cosplay fashion show
Oriana Perón host of the Cosplay Fashion Show & Drag Race
Drag queen Oriana Perón host of the Cosplay Fashion Show & Drag Race
Drag Race contestants
Drag Race contestants

I also really loved watching the Drag Race hosted by Oriana Perón. It was great to see the lip sync battles and people having fun & competing. There were also some amazing drag queen performances! I couldn’t make it to their Drag Show but it’s definitely a must see on my list for next year.

Drag Race contestants
Drag Race contestants
Ginger Perón as Jessica Rabbit
Ginger Perón performing as Jessica Rabbit
Eden Sitayu performing as Bowsette
Eden Sitayu performing as Bowsette
Drag Race
Drag Race
Eden Sitayu performing as Bowsette
Eden Sitayu performing as Bowsette
Ginger Perón preforming asYzma
Ginger Perón preforming as Yzma
Oriana Perón preforming as Sailor Moon
Oriana Perón preforming as Sailor Moon
Oriana Perón host of the Cosplay Fashion Show & Drag Race
Oriana Perón host of the Cosplay Fashion Show & Drag Race
Eden Sitayu performing as Meowth
Eden Sitayu performing as Meowth
Eden Sitayu performing as Meowth
Eden Sitayu performing as Meowth
Ginger Perón as Jessica Rabbit
Ginger Perón as Jessica Rabbit
Ginger Perón as Jessica Rabbit
Ginger Perón as Jessica Rabbit

There was so much to see, do and participate in at the con, it was a little overwhelming at times but definitely a lot of fun.

Tabletop gaming
Tabletop gaming
Tabletop gaming
Tabletop gaming
Panel with voice actress Caitlin Glass
Voice actress Caitlin Glass
Panel with voice actress Caitlin Glass
Panel with voice actress Caitlin Glass
Matsuricon cosplayer
Matsuricon cosplayer
Matsuricon!
Matsuricon!
Voice actor Robbie Daymond greeting attendees
Voice actor Robbie Daymond greeting attendees
Signings with Matsuricon special guests
Signings with Matsuricon special guests
Cosplayers at Matsuricon
Cosplayers at Matsuricon
Cosplayers at Matsuricon
Cosplayer at Matsuricon
Link &  Zelda cosplayers
Link & Zelda cosplayers
Link &  Zelda cosplayers
Link & Zelda cosplayers
Spiderman cosplayer
Spiderman cosplayer
Vendor Hall & Artist Alley
Vendor Hall & Artist Alley
Inuyasha cosplayers
Inuyasha cosplayers
Vendor Hall & Artist Alley
Vendor Hall & Artist Alley
Dragon Ball Z Cosplayer
Dragon Ball Z Cosplayer
Deadpool cosplayer
Deadpool cosplayer
Longest badge ribbon game collection!
Longest badge ribbon game collection!
Guest Toshifumi Yoshida
Guest Toshifumi Yoshida
Con-Chairs John & Nicole, and guest John Swasey
Con-Chairs John & Nicole, and guest John Swasey

Matsuricon also runs a great charity department that raises money for cancer research through raffles, photo booths, charity auction, and other activities. At the end of the con they auctioned off a the Tasty Peach shiba plushie from last years Matsuricon, signed by the guests from 2018, and some from 2019. It was a great item that helped raise money for cancer research. It’s great to know they they’re not only about having a fun time, but are also about giving back.

The con-chairs and Ryan Zaanfei with the 2018 plushie
The con-chairs and Ryan Zaanfei with the 2018 plushie
The con-chairs, Jackie, and Ryan Zaanfei with the 2018 plushie
The con-chairs, Jackie, and Ryan Zaanfei with the 2018 plushie
Charity department head Jackie & Ryan Zanfei
Charity department head Jackie & Ryan Zanfei

We’re so looking forward to next years Matsuricon, and all of the other cons to come this year as well! Stay tuned for our recap video!

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