the weekend of all weekends THEME KAWAII V.S. KOWAII
METROCON kicks off with it's opening ceremonies! We'll introduce our guests of honor, show special video clips and find out about upcoming events during the weekend.
3:00 pm
Fan Film Festival
There are so many talented film makers in the anime community that we thought they deserved a chance to show off what they can do. Come see what they've been working on!
8:00 pm
The Fantasy Masquerade
In celebration of beloved Fairy Tales, we present a formal Masquerade Dance. Featuring some of SQUARE-ENIX's most colorful and beloved characters, this evening will entertain and capture your imaginations, making it a night for all of us to remember. The Fantasy Masquerade features an interactive fairy tale that lasts the entire evening from start till finish. Don't miss out on any of the story! Come by yourself or bring a date as we tell a fantastic tale mixed with dancing, laughter, magic, action and romance! Don't forget, you must have a mask to get into the dance. If you do not have one, masks will be available for a small fee outside of the ballroom before the event! Formal dress or costumes are required. Admission: $10 (available at registration)
Saturday - June 03, 2006
1:00 am
Dance: Club Metro
DJ Shadowfax kicks the door sopen to Club Metro shortly after the conclusion of The Fantasy Masquerade, spinning several hours of the hottest retro/techno/trance/rave straight from the biggest nightclubs direct to METROCON! As always, Prismcat will be on hand with glowsticks and more.
12:00 pm
METROCON Anime Human Chess Match III
The Original Anime Human Chess Match is a unique fusion of renaissance fair combat chess and a scripted cosplay involving anime characters from multiple shows. Now returning for its third year!
2:30 pm
Monkey Punch
Come meet Monkey Punch, the creator of Lupin III.
4:00 pm
Cosplay Contest
METROCON will be hosting a cosplay contest for all attendees who want to cosplay as their favourite anime character or group of characters, and compete against other attendees for fun and awards.
5:30 pm
Anime Idol
Our j-pop/j-rock competition for performers who want to show off their best "American Idol" meets "Star Search" song/dance routines for the anime fans. We've selected the top 15 performances to compete at this year's convention.
9:00 pm
Eyeshine in Concert
Live in concert! The Southern California-based alternative rock group, Eyeshine, has managed to "compile a great mix of ninja action melodies with karate explosive lyrics." Well, that's how they describe it!
11:00 pm
PLID in Concert
Combing the music in the 80's and the synth of the new millennium, PLID offers a retreat from the pop that permeates the radio waves. By blending the strengths of what made 80's electro-pop edgy with today's modern electronica, PLID has managed to form a sound that's all their own.
Sunday - June 04, 2006
12:00 am
Dance: Matsuri Dance
Can't get enough Asian music? Do you like j-pop, anime themes, DDR songs, Bemani music and Eurobeat? Then our Saturday night Matsuri Dance is the party that you don't want to miss!
1:30 am
Dance: Blackout Rave
New this year, we now get to experience the Blackout Rave - an all-out assault on your senses with more throbbing bass and driving rhythm than you have ever felt before, with our very own DJ Shadowfax at the head of it all. Be sure to see Prismcat for your favourite glow toys!
11:00 am
METROCON Anime Human Chess Match III - Encore Presentation
The Original Anime Human Chess Match is a unique fusion of Renaissance Faire combat chess and a scripted cosplay involving anime characters from multiple shows. Now returning for its third year! By popular demand, METROCON's most popular event makes an encore performance on Sunday!
1:30 pm
AMV Contest
The music video contest and screenings show off the editing talents of anime fans. Combining the great visuals of anime with the beat of popular songs, fan AMVs are one of the fastest growing areas of anime fandom today.
3:30 pm
Costume Contest
METROCON will be hosting their costume contest for all anime fans who want to show off their costuming skills and compete against owther atendees for prizes and fun. Good luck to everyone! Co-hosted by Lauren Goodnight.
5:00 pm
Closing Ceremonies
Say farewell to our guests and another year of METROCON.
3:00 pm
Fan Film Festival
There are so many talented film makers in the anime community that we thought they deserved a chance to show off what they can do. Come see what they've been working on!
8:00 pm
The Fantasy Masquerade
In celebration of beloved Fairy Tales, we present a formal Masquerade Dance. Featuring some of SQUARE-ENIX's most colorful and beloved characters, this evening will entertain and capture your imaginations, making it a night for all of us to remember. The Fantasy Masquerade features an interactive fairy tale that lasts the entire evening from start till finish. Don't miss out on any of the story! Come by yourself or bring a date as we tell a fantastic tale mixed with dancing, laughter, magic, action and romance! Don't forget, you must have a mask to get into the dance. If you do not have one, masks will be available for a small fee outside of the ballroom before the event! Formal dress or costumes are required. Admission: $10 (available at registration)
Saturday - June 03, 2006
1:00 am
Dance: Club Metro
DJ Shadowfax kicks the door sopen to Club Metro shortly after the conclusion of The Fantasy Masquerade, spinning several hours of the hottest retro/techno/trance/rave straight from the biggest nightclubs direct to METROCON! As always, Prismcat will be on hand with glowsticks and more.
12:00 pm
METROCON Anime Human Chess Match III
The Original Anime Human Chess Match is a unique fusion of renaissance fair combat chess and a scripted cosplay involving anime characters from multiple shows. Now returning for its third year!
2:30 pm
Monkey Punch
Come meet Monkey Punch, the creator of Lupin III.
4:00 pm
Cosplay Contest
METROCON will be hosting a cosplay contest for all attendees who want to cosplay as their favourite anime character or group of characters, and compete against other attendees for fun and awards.
5:30 pm
Anime Idol
Our j-pop/j-rock competition for performers who want to show off their best "American Idol" meets "Star Search" song/dance routines for the anime fans. We've selected the top 15 performances to compete at this year's convention.
9:00 pm
Eyeshine in Concert
Live in concert! The Southern California-based alternative rock group, Eyeshine, has managed to "compile a great mix of ninja action melodies with karate explosive lyrics." Well, that's how they describe it!
11:00 pm
PLID in Concert
Combing the music in the 80's and the synth of the new millennium, PLID offers a retreat from the pop that permeates the radio waves. By blending the strengths of what made 80's electro-pop edgy with today's modern electronica, PLID has managed to form a sound that's all their own.
Sunday - June 04, 2006
12:00 am
Dance: Matsuri Dance
Can't get enough Asian music? Do you like j-pop, anime themes, DDR songs, Bemani music and Eurobeat? Then our Saturday night Matsuri Dance is the party that you don't want to miss!
1:30 am
Dance: Blackout Rave
New this year, we now get to experience the Blackout Rave - an all-out assault on your senses with more throbbing bass and driving rhythm than you have ever felt before, with our very own DJ Shadowfax at the head of it all. Be sure to see Prismcat for your favourite glow toys!
11:00 am
METROCON Anime Human Chess Match III - Encore Presentation
The Original Anime Human Chess Match is a unique fusion of Renaissance Faire combat chess and a scripted cosplay involving anime characters from multiple shows. Now returning for its third year! By popular demand, METROCON's most popular event makes an encore performance on Sunday!
1:30 pm
AMV Contest
The music video contest and screenings show off the editing talents of anime fans. Combining the great visuals of anime with the beat of popular songs, fan AMVs are one of the fastest growing areas of anime fandom today.
3:30 pm
Costume Contest
METROCON will be hosting their costume contest for all anime fans who want to show off their costuming skills and compete against owther atendees for prizes and fun. Good luck to everyone! Co-hosted by Lauren Goodnight.
5:00 pm
Closing Ceremonies
Say farewell to our guests and another year of METROCON.