Hours and Maps

Los Angeles Convention Center

1201 S. Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015

Maps:

Convention Directory

Exhibit Hall

Entertainment Hall

Kentia Hall

JW Marriott

Area Map/Line Locations

Event Entry Hours

General Entrance

All attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

North Plaza (Max Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Priority Entrance for Exhibitors & Artist Alley

Only Exhibitors and Artist Alley participants will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Day 2 (July 5): 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Day 3 (July 6): 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Day 4 (July 7): 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

North Apron (Max Gate) – No Priority Entrance
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Priority Entrance for Press and Industry

Only Press, Industry, and ADA attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

North Apron (Max Gate) – No Priority Entrance
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Priority Entrance for ADA

All ADA attendees will be able to enter the Los Angeles Convention Center during the hours listed below through the Priority Entrance line.

Hours of Operation

South Hall (Mahoko Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pico Blvd East (Ai Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pico Blvd West (Xeno Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

West Hall (Kisegi Gate)
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

North Apron (Max Gate) – No Priority Entrance
Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours of Operation

Artist Alley

Amateur and semi-professional artists offer prints, commissions, crafts, clothing, comics and more.

Location: Kentia Hall

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

More info

Autograph Area

Be sure to visit the Autograph Ticket Booth in Gilbert Lindsay Plaza to secure a ticket prior to lining up in the Autograph Area. Look for the purple Autograph Ticketing tent.

Location: JW Marriott: Gold Ballroom (Standard Industry Autographs), Plaza room (Guest of Honor Autographs)

See schedule (when available)
Hours of Operation

    • Day 1 (July 4): 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
    • Day 2 (July 5): 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
    • Day 3 (July 6): 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
    • Day 4 (July 7): 11:00AM – 3:30PM

More info

AX Dance

Local DJs and headliners from Japan all come together to play every major popular genre from J-pop to House music. Plus, take part in dance workshops and competitions.

Location: Concourse Hall 151

Hours of Operation: Day 1-3 (July 4-6)

  • Workshops & Competitions: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • All Ages Dance: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • 18+ Dance: 10:00PM – 2:00AM

Hours of Operation: Day 4 (July 7)

    • Workshops: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

See schedule (when available)

More info

AX Merch Store

Find official AX merchandise exclusively at the Merch Store.

Location: South Hall Lobby & West Hall Lobby

Hours of Operation

South Hall Lobby

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

West Hall Lobby

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Beer Garden

Relax under beautiful paper lantern décor while sipping on a variety of Japanese-themed cocktails and food options. This is an experience you don’t want to miss!

Location: South Plaza

Hours of Operation

All Ages

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Butler Cafe

The Butler Cafe is a show and interactive experience, featuring a group of talented performers ready to make your hearts go doki-doki.

Location: 515 A

This event requires additional ticket. See schedule (when available).

More info

Entertainment Hall

Come experience experiential exhibitors, gaming demos, and photo sets at the Entertainment Hall! No matter what your Entertainment Needs are, the Entertainment Hall has it all!

Location: West Hall

Hours of Operation

All Ages

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00AM – 9:00PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00AM – 3:00PM

Event Operations

Need assistance? Visit us at Event Operations. We can provide assistance with any questions or concerns you may have. PARENTS: All lost children are escorted to Event Operations to await your arrival.

Location: 508A

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

More info

Exhibit Hall

With over 400 vendors, attendees can explore a vast array of merchandise. Leading anime, manga, gaming, fashion companies will also be previewing upcoming releases and connecting with fans at their industry booths.

Location: South Hall

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

First Aid Station

Location: South & West Hall Lobby

South Lobby Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

West Lobby Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Ichiban Market

Anime Expo is proud to open Ichiban Market for our attendees to get a taste of an authentic Japanese market! Get transported to an immersive culinary and cultural experience that makes you feel like you are walking down the streets of Japan!

Location: North Plaza – West Hall

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Industry Lounge

Industry Lounge is open for Industry Badge attendees to catch up with work on site or hold meetings in-between panels. Wi-Fi, work stations and power sources available.

Location: 309

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Info Services

If you’re lost or confused, visit Info Services booths to get help. Also, pick up an 18+ wristband from Info Services booths.

Location: Various Booth Locations (South Hall Lobby, West Hall Lobby, Chick Hearn Court, JW Marriott!)

Hours of Operation

South Hall Lobby Booth

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

West Hall Lobby Booth

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Chick Hearn Court

  • Day 0 (July 3): 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 1 (July 4): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

JW Marriott

    • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Karaoke

Stop by to watch or take part in one of the many open karaoke sessions going on throughout the weekend.

Locations: AX CROSSING

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 5:00PM – 12:00AM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 5:00PM – 12:00AM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 6:00PM – 12:00AM

See schedule (when available)

More info

Lost & Found

Location: 507

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Lounge 21

Complete with drinks and nightly performances, Lounge 21 is a great place to relax and cool off. (Must be age 21 or over to enter.)

Location: Concourse Hall Foyer

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Maid Cafe

Maid Cafe consists of show and interactive experiences with an array of entertainment, including dances, musical performances, photo ops, and more.

Location: 515 B

This event requires additional ticket. See schedule (when available).

More info

Manga Lounge

Take a break from the hustle and bustle by sitting down with one of over 6000 available volumes of manga.

Location: 502B

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Press Lounge

The Press Lounge provides complimentary internet in a quiet environment for work. A valid Anime Expo 2024 Press badge is required for entry.

Location: 305

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Programming Rooms

Programming’ includes panels, Q&As, gameshows, and more.

See schedule (when available)

NON-CLEARING ROOM
These rooms will NOT be cleared between panel events but will be cleared before Special Events (i.e. concert, Masquearade) and 18+ content programming.
Location: All Rooms

EXCEPTIONS: Room clearing WILL occur prior to
the following:
• Ticketed Event (i.e. concert, Masquerade)
• 18+ Content Tracks

Quiet Lounge

A quiet place to sit and relax.

Location: 502A

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Registration / Badge Pick-Up

Need to pick-up your badge onsite? Need to reprint or have general questions about your badge, then head over to Registration during these hours!

Location: Chick Hearn Court

General Attendee Registration

Hours of Operation

  • Day 0 (July 3): 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 1 (July 4): 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Professional Registration

Exhibitor, Press & Industry, and Artist Alley badges can be picked up at the Professional Registration area. Need to reprint or have general questions about your badge, then head over to Professional Registration during these hours!

Location: Chick Hearn Court

Hours of Operation

  • Day -1 (July 2): 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Day 0 (July 3): 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Day 1 (July 4): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

*Indicates when counters close, please line up early before posted time.

Tabletop Gaming

With tournaments, learn-to-play, and free-play sessions, there’s something for everyone at all skill levels.

Location: Entertainment Hall

Hours of Operation

  • Day 1 (July 4): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

More info

Workshop Rooms

Workshops are hands-on, interactive sessions that provide an opportunity to learn new skills, such as sewing, origami, dancing, and drawing.

See schedule when available

Workshop
These rooms will NOT be cleared between panel events but will be cleared before Special Events (i.e. concert, Masquerade) and 18+ content programming.

Location: TBA

Ticketing Booth Hours

Main Ticketing Booth

If you are planning to attend a Ticketed Event at Anime Expo, please be sure to read all relevant event policies regarding pick-up, will-call, and other procedures. Please be aware that policies may vary between events, especially when they take place in different venues.

Location: Chick Hearn Court

Hours of Operation

  • Day 0 (July 3): 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 1 (July 4): 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 2 (July 5): 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 3 (July 6): 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Day 4 (July 7): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Indicates when counters close, please line up early before posted time.

Auxiliary Venues

Satellite ticketing booths will be open at auxiliary venues starting 3 hours before the start of the event. Please check schedule in the program guide or mobile app for the event start time.

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