GalaxyCon Presents ANIMATE! x NIGHTMARE WEEKEND!

Experience the unforgettable at Animate! x Nightmare Weekend Richmond as anime icons and horror legends join together under one roof! Expect epic panels, jaw-dropping cosplay, and edge-of-your-seat unforgettable moments with your favorite celebs, voice actors, creators, and fellow fans. This will be an event to remember, so don’t miss out!

Join us September 4-6, 2026, for a frightfully good time at Animate! x Nightmare Weekend Cleveland at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.

If you have questions, please email nightmare@galaxycon.com

DIRECTIONS

How to find the convention center.

HOTELS

Book through Nightmare and get the best rates at the nearest hotels.

PARKING

Parking information.

SCHEDULE

The 2025 schedule will be posted closer to the event.

FLOOR PLAN

The 2025 floor map will be posted closer to the event.

ACCESSIBILITY

Help for all of your accessibility requirements or restrictions.

Want To Win Tickets?

Enter for your chance to win 2 VIP Passes.

Make the Most out of Animate! x Nightmare Weekend

Be more than an attendee! Find applications for volunteers, panels, fan groups, professional creators, entertainment, press, and more at the link below!

Are You An Exhibitor?

For any questions please email exhibitors@galaxycon.com

Calling All Cosplayers!

Come in costume or come as you are! Take part in our legendary Costume and Cosplay Contests with awesome prizes & famous cosplay guest judges! Compete for over $4,000 in cash, plus medals, trophies, and bragging rights!

Bringing a PROP? Make sure to check our policy HERE for safety requirements.

Who Do You Want To See At Animate! x Nightmare Weekend Cleveland?

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Please Note: Requests are not guaranteed. We wish we could work with all of the stars, but schedules and budgets don't always align.