April 18-19, 2026
Cape Anime
Meet Our Guests
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Alessandro lends his voice to “L” in Death Note and has appeared on screen as Lt. Felix Gaeta in Battlestar Galactica, Dr. Cerberus in Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Jacopo Sinclair in The 100, and Dr. Emil Hamilton in Smallville.
Appearing Saturday – Sunday
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Brad voices Light Yagami in Death Note, along with Rock in Black Lagoon, Nightcrawler in X-Men: Evolution, Teen Gohan in Dragon Ball Z, Mousse in Ranma ½, and multiple characters in the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise, including Amuro Ray and Setsuna F. Seiei.
Appearing Saturday – Sunday
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Brian brings to life Ryuk in Death Note, the original English Vegeta in Dragon Ball Z, Wolverine in numerous Marvel projects, Venom in Spider-Man Unlimited, Dr. Claw in Inspector Gadget, and Knuckles in Sonic Underground.
Appearing Saturday - Sunday
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Colleen is an award-winning actor and voice artist best known for her roles as Rem in Death Note and Mystique/Raven Darkholme in X-Men: Evolution. Other voice roles include: Lego DreamZzz, Kong: King of Atlantis, Mobile Suit Gundam, Saber Marionette J, Ōban Star-Racers, and The Willoughbys, alongside a creative career in film, television, and theatre.
Appearing Saturday - Sunday
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Shannon will not be appearing at Cape Anime due to health reasons.
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Ian originated the iconic English voice of Goku in Dragon Ball Z and is also known for voicing Cheetor in Beast Wars: Transformers, Mega Man, and Bob in ReBoot, with current roles including Miroku in Yashahime, Pilar in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Clutch Powers in Ninjago, AJ in Firebuds, and Fynch in Destiny 2.
Appearing Saturday - Sunday
Events
Idol-Fest
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An Idol-Fest is a concert style event where performers show off their love for idols! The spotlight goes to cosplay idol groups and original idol works alike! With no singing, flashy moves, or effects needed, you get to showcase your work on stage. This is not a competition, just a fun idol showcase! Don’t forget your penlights!
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Free to participate or spectate!
Time: Noon
Date: 4/19/26
Location: Panel Room -
Cosplay Contest
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Show off your hard work and craftsmanship at this flagship event. Strut your stuff down the cat walk and compete for a chance to win the grand prize!
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Register Now
Pay at Cape Events Booth.Price: $5
Time: 5pm
Date: 4/18/26
Place: Panel Room -
The "Children 12 and Under" category has no special requirements
13 and up must be AT LEAST 25% homemade.
Participants not meeting this requirement will not be eligible for prizes!
Cape Anime Con is a family-friendly event.
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There will be a cash prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for the adult cosplay contest winners.
1st place for the adult cosplay contest winner will also receive a professional photoshoot certificate redeemable over the weekend with Madd Hatter Photography!
There will be goodies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for the children’s cosplay contest winners!
Photoshoot details:
$800 Value
Session includes lights, smoke, fire, sfx editing
Must redeem before end of convention weekend
Maid Cafe
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Come let our lovely maids serve you fine drink and pastries! We're bringing this popular anime staple right to the center of Cape Anime!
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Prices For Admission:
Single Entry: $5
Day Pass: $8Hours:
Saturday: 11am-6pm
Sunday: 11am-3pmLocation: Show Me Center
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-DRINKS-
The Shinigami Mark
A single touch of fate, this blend of specialty double espresso and organic chocolate syrup with a pinch of cinnamon is sure to seal your destiny.Forbidden Apple
Surrender to temptation with this speciality cold brew, infused with caramel and apple syrups, crowned with a housemade apple-caramel cold foam and a pinch of black salt.Kira’s Judgment
Accept the verdict of flavor in this decisive blend of sweet tea, topped with a striking vanilla-raspberry cold foam and a final pinch of black salt.-TREATS-
Ryuk’s Apple Pop
A shinigami-approved sweet featuring a green apple cake pop dipped in smooth white chocolate, inspired by Ryuk’s favorite obsession.Death Note
A dark chocolate sugar cookie sandwich with a sweet vanilla buttercream center. Naturally dye free, because some things are just born dark.L’s Strawberry Shortcake
A dessert worthy of the world’s greatest detective. Buttery vanilla cake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped vanilla buttercream.Fauxhagi
A playful twist on traditional ohagi. Sweetened rice treats coated in your choice of dark chocolate, white chocolate, or peanut butter and chocolate. Gluten free.
iCon Gaming Tournaments
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iCon specializes in Super Smash Brothers tournaments for the Nintendo Switch and has been running Smash tournaments since 2015 and has been hosting games at Cape Comic Con and Cape Anime since 2021.
Players of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate in open play and tournaments. They hope to see you visit their game lounge throughout the weekend and enjoy a warm environment full of fierce competition and friendly game play.
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Admission: $10/day or $15 for the weekend. Parents play Free!
Location: Show Me Center
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Saturday
11 AM – Mario Party Mini Games
1 PM – Guilty Gear Strive
2:30 PM – Mario Kart World
4:30 PM – Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Singles
Sunday
11 AM – Puyo Puyo Tetris 2
12:30 PM – Sonic Racing Crossworlds
2 PM – Super Smash Brothers Doubles
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3 Stock
8 Minutes
Best 2 out of 3
Double Elimination (Losers Bracket)
No items, Smash Ball, or Smash Meter
Team Attack ON (Doubles)
Stage Selection: Coin Toss or Mutual Agreement
Winner must keep character
Loser can pick stage and new character to play