Main Events 2025

☆ Events feature Local Legends
☼ Events run by PCAC Staff
☾ Events feature former guests

Opening Ceremonies Dance Party hosted by Rolind the Traveler
7-10pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Kickoff the con by dancing to your favorite anime, gaming, and famous internet memes. The lights will stay on and no strobing effects will be used during the first hour so attendees with sensory issues can dance too!

AniSlay: An Anime Themed Drag Show (18+) hosted by The Vampire LeSlut
11pm-1am, Eden Vale Ballroom

Get ready to be immersed in a drag send-up of all your favorite Japanese media. See characters come to life like never before in a variety of drag styles from local New England talent, including Jack St.Ripper, Cringelord, Mx. Matched Socks and more!

Lip Sync Battle hosted by PopCult Gameshows
12:00-2:00pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Cheer on contestants as they go head to head, dancing and “singing” to earn the audience’s favor. The lip-singer with the best performance (according to you!) goes on to the next round.

The Art of Voice-Matching Icons hosted by Kevin Urban
3:30-4:30pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Cosplay Masquerade hosted by Masquerade HQ
6-8pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Talented cosplayers show off their latest creations, like models on a runway or in short skit performances. Local Legend The Violinist Prince will be performing during the judges’ intermission! The best of the best in Craftsmanship, Performance and Show will be awarded at the end of the event.

Whose Anime is it Anyway? (18+) hosted by PopCult Gameshows
8:30-9:30pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Good evening everybody and welcome to “Whose Anime Is It Anyway?” where everything is made up and the points don’t matter. This is an 18+ event as unscripted jokes often get dirty!

Cosplay Dating Game (18+) hosted by PopCult Gameshows
10pm-12am, Eden Vale Ballroom

The classic game where one contestant asks questions to three potential suitors competing for a romantic date night. This version puts a spin on things with cosplayers acting in character during the game! This event is 18+ which means the game can get spicy. 🔥

Pajama Dance Party hosted by Rolind the Traveler
12:00 AM, Eden Vale Lobby

When the panels are over and events closed for the night… Rolind the Traveler will be waiting in the Eden Vale lobby for any night owls who just don’t want PopCult to stop. Whether you’re fresh from the 18+ Dating Game or just coming from your room in PJ’s, you’re sure to sleep soundly after shaking what’s left of your energy here!

UWU: Ultimate Wrestling Underground hosted by Ultimate Wrestling Underground
10-11:30pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

LET’S GET READY TO UWUUUUU! Watch Local Legends Ultimate Wrestling Underground as their team of pro-wrestlers don cosplay to duke it out in the ring! See which characters have beef and who’s still standing when the dust settles.

Idol Festival By Susume Paradise
2-4pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Welcome to the FINAL PopCult Anime Idol Festival hosted by Susume Paradise! ♫ Watch as Idols from all over New England perform highly choreographed dance routines just for you! This high-energy exhibition aims to bring together one of the most up-and-coming styles of fandom expression with an audience full of spirit and positivity. Don’t forget your LED glow sticks!

Geek Tag Sale hosted by BLACKSTONE
2-4pm, Eden Vale C (Registration)

Sell your unwanted geeky goods, or come to buy used geeky goods! Table space is free, first-come first-served. Setup starts at 1:00 PM!

Closing Ceremonies Dance Party hosted by Rolind the Traveler
5:30-8pm, Eden Vale Ballroom

Close out the final PopCult Anime Con with a special message from Con Chair Hemlock Inyx, then stay to dance out the impending post-con depression with beats by House Bard Rolind the Traveler. The lights will stay on and no strobing effects will be used during the first hour so attendees with sensory issues can dance too.

Online Schedule subject to change.