Event Information
Youmacon 2025
What is Youmacon?
Youmacon is a celebration of Japanese animation, videogames, popular culture and costuming, and its influence on our own culture over the past few decades. Common themes throughout the event are Anime (Japanese animation), video games, Japanese-style artwork and comics, and the rising Internet culture influenced by all of the above. Youmacon brings a unique all-ages mix of interactive games, celebrity guest panels and live musical performances to downtown Detroit.
Registration
At Show Pricing Options
Pricing listed does not include taxes and fees
Pre-Registration
On-Line Pricing
Pricing listed does not include taxes and fees
2025 hours
Youmacon Hours
Registration Hours (subject to change)
| DAY | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Reg & Accessibility | 5:00pm – 9:00pm | 10:00am – 9:00pm | 10:00am – 9:00pm | 10:00am – 2:00pm |
| At-the-Door Purchase | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | 11:00am – 9:00pm | 11:00am – 9:00pm | 10:00am – 2:00pm |
Marketplace Hours (Subject to Change)
| DAY | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accessibility & VIP | N/A | 12:30pm – 8:00pm | 10:00am – 8:00pm | N/A |
| General Attendees | N/A | 1:00pm – 8:00pm | 10:30am – 8:00pm | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
Information
Preparing to attend Youmacon
BADGE PICK-UP/PURCHASE
To pick up pre-registered badges (Platinum, Weekend, Single Day, and Chibi), present a physical government-issued photo ID and the QR code from the confirmation email (printed or digital) at the designated Platinum/Pre-Registration Booths during Registration hours.
Unattended minors ages 13 to 17 must also submit a completed Parental Consent Form.
Names will not be printed on the badges.
Use the current legal name that matches your ID when registering.
Acceptable forms of ID:
— Driver License
— State issued Identification Card
— Military ID
— Passport
— U.S. Territories Driver’s License or Identification Card
— School-issued ID, for minors 13 – 17 who are attending the convention without their parent or legal guardian*
— College issued ID*
*Unattended minors between the ages of 13 and 17 (inclusive) must bring with them a Parental Consent Form, fully completed by their parent or legal guardian, to pick up their badge at Registration (during Registration Hours) and attend Youmacon. A separate, fully completed Parental Consent Form is required for each unattended minor.
LOCATION FOR PICKUP/PURCHASE
Badge pick-up & purchase will be located inside the Huntington Place – Hall D.
AVAILABLE AT-SHOW PAYMENT METHODS
— Cash (United States Currency)
— Any US-issued and most internationally-issued mag stripe or chip cards bearing a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, or UnionPay International logo
— Mobile wallets such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay
— Debit / Credit / Mobile Wallets
— Sales are subject to any applicable taxes & fees
ALL SALES ARE FINAL
All Youmacon badge purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable. Lost or stolen badges must be repurchased at full price.
ATTAINING YOUR BADGE
Arrive early to pick up or purchase your badge. Expect long lines, so be prepared. Bring a game, snacks, and stay hydrated. Lines on Thursday and Friday are usually long, with waits potentially reaching over 3 hours. Keep this in mind when planning your arrival time.
All Youmacon attendees—badge holders, vendors, artists, contractors, and crew—must adhere to Youmacon’s rules, policies, and code of conduct. Violations may result in badge forfeiture without a refund and removal at the sole discretion of Youmacon and the venue.
Sign your badge.
Whether it is your nickname, content creator name, or preferred name, it makes it easier to match a name to the person who lost their badge. Also, add a telephone number.
Always keep your badge with you.
Do not share your badge with others.
FAMILY FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT & EVENTS
Youmacon attempts to provide a family-friendly, safe, and judgement free environment for all
18+/21+ AGE RESTRICTED EVENTS
Entry to all age-restricted (18+ or 21+) events requires a photo ID showing a date of birth.
Badge Types
PLATINUM BADGES
Platinum Badges for Youmacon 2025.
Platinum includes the following attendee perks:
— 3-Day Platinum Badge
— T-Shirt
— Youmacon Cloth Bag
— 1 Ticket to the Cosplay Charity Ball (Friday-night only)
— 1 Ticket for the Maid Café (Saturday-Only)(Limited Availability – First Come Basis)
— Special Platinum Lanyard
— Priority Access to Designated Special Events
— Priority Access to Autograph Sessions with Guests*
— Early Access to Marketplace on Friday and Saturday
— Access to special Concert Events
— 10% Discount at the Youmacon Merchandise Booth
* Autograph sessions: Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled start time for priority lines.
WEEKEND BADGES
The Weekend Badge provides access to all general events for this year’s convention. Weekend badges are available for purchase both online and at the door.
SINGLE-DAY BADGES
A Single-Day Badge (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) provides access to all general events for the day purchased. Day Badges can only be bought at the door on their respective days.
CHIBI BADGES
Chibi Badges (For children under 12 only) will get your children into all general events for the entirety of this year’s convention. First child 12 and under receives a complimentary badge with a paid adult. Additional Chibi badges are available for purchase both online, and at-the-door. An adult may have up to 4 children with them, and all children 12 and under must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian at all times. An adult may have up to 4 Chibi Badges with them.
Children 12 and under must ALWAYS be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian.
Get tickets for Youmacon 2025!
Thurs, Oct 30, 2025 - Sun, Nov 2, 2025
