Hyderabad is getting ready for Anime India Hyderabad 2026, a two-day celebration of anime, Japanese culture, cosplay, gaming, creators and fandom. The event will bring together performances, contests, interactive experiences, shopping and community activities under one roof.
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According to the official event website, Anime India Hyderabad will take place on November 14–15, 2026, from 10 AM onwards, at The Address, Conventions & Exhibitions, Narsingi, Hyderabad.
Anime India Hyderabad 2026 – Quick Details
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Details |
Information |
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Event |
Anime India Hyderabad 2026 |
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Dates |
14–15 November 2026 |
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Time |
10:00 AM onwards |
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Venue |
The Address, Conventions & Exhibitions |
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Location |
Narsingi, Hyderabad |
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Type |
Anime Convention & Japanese Pop Culture Festival |
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Tickets |
From ₹299 (Book Here) |
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Volunteering |
Anime India Hyderabad 2026 Ticket Prices
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Ticket |
Price |
Access |
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Any one Day Expo Pass – Early Bird |
₹299 |
Day 1 exhibition + on-stage activities |
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2-Day Expo Pass – Early Bird |
₹499 |
Both days of exhibition + on-stage activities |
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2-Day Expo + Concert Pass – Silver |
₹999 |
Both days + Sunday concert, Silver access |
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2-Day Expo + Concert Pass – Gold |
₹1,499 |
Both days + Sunday concert, Gold access |
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Any 1 Day Naruto Shippuden Collector’s Badge Pass |
₹499 |
Day 1 + Naruto Shippuden collector’s badge |
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Special An OG Box Pass |
₹2,199 |
Both days + curated merchandise box |
The ₹2,199 OG Box Pass does not include access to the Anime India Live House concert, while the Silver and Gold passes include Sunday concert access in their respective categories.
What Awaits You at Anime India Hyderabad?
The event will feature multiple dedicated zones designed around anime, Japanese culture, gaming, shopping and fandom.
Shoutengai Street
A Japanese-inspired shopping and entertainment street featuring anime, manga, gaming and pop-culture experiences.
Fandom Realm
A space for fans to connect, participate and celebrate their favourite anime and fandoms.
Food Court
Visitors can take a break and explore food and beverage options during the event.
Cosplay Circuit
A dedicated space for cosplay activities, showcases and fan participation.
Artists Alley
Discover artwork, illustrations, comics, fan creations and merchandise from artists.
Versus Experience
A gaming and competitive entertainment zone for fans.
Japan Pavilion
An area celebrating Japanese culture and pop-culture experiences.
Shoutengai Stage
The stage will host panels, performances, workshops and contests. The official website also highlights events such as the quiz, singing contest and cosplay showcase.
Main Stage & Open Stage
Anime India Hyderabad will feature programming across two stages, with performances, contests, interactive activities, showcases and guest appearances.
Guests and legendary guests list will be revealed soon.
Cosplay, Gaming & Fan Activities
Visitors can expect:
- Cosplay competitions and showcases
- Gaming experiences
- Fan panels
- Anime quizzes
- Singing competitions
- Artist Alley
- Anime merchandise
- Japanese culture experiences
- Community activities
- Stage performances
- Interactive contests
The Hyderabad edition is also promoting competitions including the Grand Cosplay Royale, Closet Cosplay and Gaming Cosplay Championship.
₹2 Lakh Cosplay Prize Pool
One of the highlighted competitions is the Grand Cosplay Royale, which has a reported total prize pool of ₹2 lakh.
The announced structure includes:
- 1st Prize: ₹1 lakh
- 2nd Prize: ₹50,000
- 3rd Prize: ₹25,000
- Judges’ Choice Awards: ₹5,000 each
Competition rules and eligibility apply - Check Here
Paid Volunteer Opportunity
Anime India Hyderabad is also inviting people to join its team as paid volunteers.
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Volunteer Benefit |
Details |
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Honorarium |
₹1,000 |
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Certificate |
Certificate of Participation |
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Concert Access |
Access to the Anime India concert |
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Food |
Food arrangements during the event |
Volunteers are expected to participate actively in pre-event activities and work throughout both event days.
Why Anime Fans Should Check It Out
Anime India Hyderabad brings together several parts of Japanese pop culture and fandom in one event — from cosplay and gaming to merchandise, artists, performances and community activities.
Whether you’re an established anime fan, a cosplayer, manga reader, gamer or someone discovering anime for the first time, the event is designed around a broad range of fandom experiences.
