Anime St. Pete 2025 is back for its fourth year on September 27–28, 2025 at the historic St. Petersburg Coliseum — and this year’s lineup is bigger, bolder, and more vibrant than ever. And Florida Comic Cons is here to give you 6 Big Reasons you’ll want to be part of this unforgettable weekend (plus a bonus reason!)
Big Reason #1: Big-Name Voice Actors
Anime St. Pete 2025 is bringing in six big-name voice actors whose credits span the world’s most beloved anime and gaming franchises. Welcome Michele Knotz, Bill Rogers, Brent Mukai, Tyson Rinehart, Celeste Perez, and Benjamin Stegmair. From legendary heroes to fearsome villains, these stars bring your favorite characters to life — and you’ll have the chance to meet them through panels, autographs, and photo ops.
Big Reason #2: Popular franchises
This year’s guests represent some of the biggest franchises in anime: Pokémon, Kaiju No. 8, One Piece, Reincarnated Slime, and more. Whether you grew up with these classics or discovered them more recently, the chance to celebrate with the voices behind the characters is a highlight you won’t want to miss at Anime St. Pete 2025!
Big reason #3: Lots To Do
Anime St. Pete 2025 is more than just a con floor — it’s a full weekend of programming. Dive into cosplay contests- there are 3: Craftsmanship, Novice Craftsmanship, and Runway. And don’t forget the Lip Sync Competition as well as K-Pop performers. Plus fan panels dive deep into anime topics. There’s something happening at every turn, so your schedule will stay packed with fun.
Big Reason #4: Anime splash pool party
Immediately following the event, dive into a poolside night built around anime music, K-Pop, and community: They’re screening the Netflix feature K-Pop Demon Hunters Sing-Along in the background while turning the deck into a live sing-along with a special guest cosplayers and K-Pop performers. It’s at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront- and this is not a separately ticketed event—attendees must have an Anime St. Pete 2025 event ticket and wear their event wristband for entry.
big reason #5: Merch haul = free con tickets
At Anime St. Pete 2025, when you spend $50 or more with participating vendors, you’ll earn a free single ticket to St. Pete Comic Con on February 28–March 1. Spend $75 or more, and you’ll earn a free weekend pass! Spend more with vendors, earn more free tickets — it’s called Fandom Shopping Rewards. It’s a great way to make your merch haul pay off big while supporting the vendors and artists who play such an important role in bringing these shows to life!
Big reason #6: Best Cosplay We See! competition
Florida Comic Cons fan-favorite cosplay competition “Best Cosplay We See!” is back at Anime St. Pete 2025! We roam the halls looking for talented cosplayers, who pose for a snap and video. Contestants are judged by a panel of expert cosplayers. Winners receive free tickets to WasabiCon 2025 and St. Pete Comic Con 2026. We’ll be looking for you!
Bonus Reason: Public figure Gwen-stacy
Anime St. Pete 2025 would not be complete without Public Figure Gwen Stacy, a con celebrity in her own right. Feel free to ask for a pic with her- she loves posing with fans!
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