Admission

Admission is available online up until, and during the con! You can also purchase passes at the con when you arrive as well. We accept cash, credit, and debit cards. Children 10 and under are free with the purchase of an adult registration.

Use code “ichi15” to save 15% on your admission until February 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm. This code does not apply to VIP Admission or the Season Pass.

Use code “sp25” to save 25% on your Season Pass. This code does not apply to general admission or VIP.

Admission Hours:

Fri: 9:30a–11p

Sat: 9:30a–11p

Sun: 9a–4p

At the Door Rate:

Season Pass: $130

VIP: $125

Multi-Day: $75

Friday: $48

Saturday: $57

Sunday: $28

Convention Hours:

Fri: 10a-2a

Sat: 10a-2a

Sun: 10a-4p

Buy Your Admission!

Buy Your Season Pass!

Season Pass

Get all weekend access to all three Carolinas Anime Cons Events for ONE Price! This season pass is good for all 2026 Carolina Anime Cons. Supplies are limited!

After you’ve bought your Season Pass, you’ll receive an email asking for more information. If you’re having trouble figuring out what to do next, check out our How to register a Season Pass guide!

VIP Admission: $125

VIP Admission includes:
-Priority Seating (in Events 1,2, & 3)
-T-Shirt
-10 Line Skip Tickets
-20% off merch

Lost Badge Policy

Lost Badges = Buy a new Badge.

If you do lose your badge please check with Convention Operations (Con Ops) to see if it has been returned.
Please return all “Found” badges to Con Ops.
Proper identification MUST be provided in order for your lost badge to be returned to you.
We suggest writing you name on the back of your badge.

Admission FAQ

Accordion Example

I will only be attending the con Saturday & Sunday. Can I still purchase the Multi-Day pass?

Yes! We will be offering the Multi-Day pass Friday-Saturday for purchase.

I need a refund on my badge. What is your policy?

We do not offer refunds on badges.

I pre-purchased admission but haven’t received anything in the mail, where are my badges?

When you purchase, you’ll receive an email from Ticket Tailor that will have a barcode. You’ll need to either show this on your phone, or print it out when you pick up your pass(es) at registration.

I pre-purchased admission. What do I need to bring to the con?

You need to either print out your Ticket Tailor barcode, or present it on your phone for us to scan.

I didn’t pre-purchase admission, can I still buy admission at the door?

Yes. We accept cash&credit card payments at the door.

I’m a minor. Do I have to be accompanied by an adult?

No, but if your parent(s) or guardian(s) choose to accompany you to the convention, they will be required to purchase a badge to go into the convention center. Children 10 and under do not require a badge with the purchase of an adult badge. Children 11 and over will need a badge to attend the convention.

Any questions regarding admissions can be directed to info@ichibancon.com

**Disclaimer: Acceptance of a badge at this event constitutes an agreement by the recipient to allow Nostalgiaconventions.com LLC to use their image or likeness in any current or future advertising or promotion. **