Huntsville Anime Day returns Saturday, November 22, 2025, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM at Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville. Admission is just $5 at the door for a full day of vendor shopping, fan panels, video gaming, cosplay contests, prize giveaways, and more. Military personnel, first responders, and children 10 and under attend free, making this an affordable, family‑friendly celebration of anime and fandom.
Key Details
• When: Saturday, November 22, 2025; 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
• Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville, 800 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL 35801
• Price: $5 at the door; free for military personnel, first responders, and children 10 and under
• Parking: Free on-site parking available
• Accessible: Venue offers accessible entry and services, contact organizers for specific needs
Panels and Presenters
Share your expertise, spark conversation, and engage fellow fans by hosting a panel at Huntsville Anime Day. Email hunstville@animeday.net with your name, panel title, a brief description, tech needs, any age restrictions, and preferred time slot. Selected panelists receive two complimentary passes and one hour of programming (includes setup and teardown). Panels should be audience‑focused, interactive when possible, and suitable for a general convention crowd.
Save with Manga Trade In
Refresh your shelf and save at the door: trade in a gently used manga title and receive $1 off your admission. It’s an easy, eco‑friendly way to lower your cost, swap stories with fellow fans, and give beloved volumes a second life.
What to Expect
• Marketplace Dealer Room: Over 4,000 sq ft of vendors selling manga, merch, art, collectibles, and rare finds.
• Costume Contest: Stage show with judged categories, audience cheer, and prizes for standout craftsmanship and performance.
• Prize Giveaways: Regular raffles and door prizes throughout the day to keep the energy high.
• Instagram Scavenger Hunt: Play along on @animedayofficial for photo clues, challenges, and social prizes.
• Video Game Area: Casual and competitive setups for arcade, console, and retro play; bring friends and challenge other attendees.
• Fan Panels: Community-led discussions, workshops, and deep dives into anime, manga, cosplay, and fandom culture.
Venue and Nearby Amenities
Huntsville Anime Day is hosted at Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville, an all‑suite downtown hotel connected by a sky bridge to the Von Braun Center. The location puts you a short walk from the Huntsville Museum of Art and scenic Big Spring Park, and a quick drive from Bridge Street Town Center and major local employers. Guests can use the hotel’s complimentary shuttle within a three‑mile radius, including runs to Huntsville International Airport, Bridge Street, and nearby destinations for easy arrival and departure.
• Hotel phone: 1-904-731-3555
• Address: 800 Monroe Street, Huntsville, Alabama 35801
Directions
• From I‑65 (north or south): Take Exit 340 onto I‑565 toward Huntsville.
• Continue on I‑565: Drive approximately 20 miles and take Exit 19C, Downtown / Washington St / Jefferson St.
• Leave the ramp: At the bottom of the exit ramp turn right onto Jefferson Street.
• First traffic light: Turn right onto Monroe Street.
• Approach the hotel: Continue on Monroe Street past the Von Braun Convention Center; Embassy Suites will be on your right.
• Enter: Turn right into the hotel entrance and follow signs for guest drop‑off and parking.
Mark Your Calendars
Spend Saturday with fellow anime fans at an upbeat, budget‑friendly event filled with vendor finds, fan panels, cosplay, tournaments, and surprise giveaways. Email huntsville@animeday.net to propose a panel and bring gently used manga to trade for $1 off admission. Come for the shopping, stay for the community.