- August 2-4, 2024
Concerts
Otakon has long been a pioneer in musical guests, and this year is no exception. Never content to rest on past achievements and easy options, we've continued to push the envelope with the broadest and most diverse selection of musical acts on the convention circuit. Our mission with concerts is to broaden your horizons!
As always, concerts are included with your Otakon Membership at no extra charge, however seating is first come, first served and not guaranteed. We are offering a limited number of VIP and Reserved Seating Passes.
* All times and locations subject to change, please refer to the convention schedule or Guidebook for up-to-date times.
Friday Concert - Sun and Stars Concert 2
Friday Sun and Stars Concert 2 VIP and Reserved Seating Passes
Otakon is proud to present our Friday concert for this year:
Sun and Stars Concert 2
VIP & Reserved Seating
On Sale Starting Friday June 16, 2023
- VIP Pass: On Sale 6/16 @ 12PM EDT
- Reserved Seating: On Sale 6/16 @ 12PM EDT
VIP Pass - $50.00
The Yaiba VIP pass includes:
- VIP Seating for the Friday Concert featuring Yaiba. VIP Passholders will be seated first for the concert.
- An autograph and photo after the concert with Yasaharu Takanashi
Reserved Seating Pass - $25.00
- Reserved Seating for the Friday Concert
- First in line seating - Arrive right before the concert and wait in a substantially shorter line
- Reserved Seating Pass holders will be seated following VIP pass holders and before the general admission line
How to Purchase
Note the "On Sale" time for the pass you wish to purchase. At that time:
- Click on the Purchase Pass button below to go to Growtix's websites.
- Click the Log In link at the top right of the page.
- Log In using the email address that was used as the Billing Contact for your Otakon 2023 Membership.
- Return to this page and click on the Purchase Pass button again. If it's after the "On Sale" time (and the passes are not sold out), you should now see the passes available for sale.
- Add the items to your cart and complete the order process.
YOU MUST BE LOGGED INTO GROWTIX WITH A PRE-PURCHASED OTAKON MEMBERSHIP TO PURCHASE A SEATING OR VIP PASS!
VIP Passes and Reserved Seating for the entire concert
Purchases are limited to 2 passes per transaction. Please make sure you have selected the correct pass before you purchase. Details on the time and locations for passholders to line up for each concert will be posted below. You MUST have an Otakon Membership (Available Here) in order to attend the concert and Meet and Greet sessions!
Full Weekend Membership or Friday Only Membership is required in order to purchase VIP Passes.
Reserved Seats may be purchased by anyone with a Full Weekend Membership or a Sunday-Only Trial-Membership.
If you've completed all the steps above and it is after the "on sale" time listed for the pass and the item does not show up for sale, it is most likely sold out.
YAIBA
J-Rock Band
Rock out with us at our Friday Concert! Bask in the music created by composer Yasuharu Takanashi and Yaiba in a tribute to their contribution to music in anime. Experience music from Naruto, Fairy Tail, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon (and many more) as you’ve never heard it before.
Friday July 28, 2023
| Start Time: | TBD |
| Location: | Main Events |
| Reserved Seating: | VIP Seating: $50 Reserved Seating: $25 (Otakon Membership Required) |
| General Seating: | Included with membership based on availibility, first-come, first-served. |
* All times and locations subject to change, please refer to the convention schedule or Guidebook for up-to-date times.
Saturday Concert - KOUKI
Saturday Kouki VIP Passes
Otakon is proud to present our Saturday concert for this year:
Kouki
VIP Passes
On Sale Starting Saturday July 8, 2023
VIP Pass - $40.00
Concerts: VIP seating for both Kouki concerts featuring the music of D=OUT. Kouki will be performing Concerts on Friday and Saturday afternoon in Featured Events (see schedule for exact times)
Fashion Show: We are thrilled to be bringing fashion back to Otakon 2023 with our fashion show "East meets West: A Fashion Expedition''! The fashion show this year showcases Japanese brands QuissQuill and anonenone designed by Senanan, and DimMoire designed by Colomo, as well as various indie brands.
Meet and Greet: We will also be hosting an exclusive VIP meet and greet event with both Kouki and Senanan on Saturday evening. Join us to play games, get pictures, and interact with our guests! The location of the meet and greet event will be in the convention center, but will be communicated to ticket holders closer to the event.
Photo Opportunity: Each VIP attendee will be able to take a complimentary wide Instax photo with both Kouki and Senanan!
How to Purchase
Note the "On Sale" time for the pass you wish to purchase. At that time:
- Click on the Purchase Pass button below to go to Growtix's websites.
- Click the Log In link at the top right of the page.
- Log In using the email address that was used as the Billing Contact for your Otakon 2022 Membership.
- Return to this page and click on the Purchase Pass button again. If it's after the "On Sale" time (and the passes are not sold out), you should now see the passes available for sale.
- Add the items to your cart and complete the order process.
YOU MUST BE LOGGED INTO GROWTIX WITH A PRE-PURCHASED OTAKON MEMBERSHIP TO PURCHASE A SEATING OR VIP PASS!
VIP Passes and Reserved Seating for the entire concert
Purchases are limited to 2 passes per transaction. Please make sure you have selected the correct pass before you purchase. Details on the time and locations for passholders to line up for each concert will be posted below. You MUST have an Otakon Membership (Available Here) in order to attend the concert and Meet and Greet sessions!
Full Weekend Membership is required in order to purchase VIP Passes.
Reserved Seats may be purchased by anyone with a Full Weekend Membership.
If you've completed all the steps above and it is after the "on sale" time listed for the pass and the item does not show up for sale, it is most likely sold out.
KOUKI
Kouki is the vocalist of the Japanese visual kei rock band D=OUT, which was formed in 2006. Not limiting themselves to just their home country, the band has toured not only in Tokyo and other parts of Japan but in Europe and Asia as well.
Debuting as Kouki Hanamizakura, he is also a performer of enka, a more traditional Japanese music style, in addition to his visual kei rock band activities. He has achieved the #1 ranking on the enka song chart in both Japan and France.
Kouki places a heavy importance on art that is unique to Japan as he plays the tsugaru shamisen and incorporates Japanese dancing fans into his performances.
With artistic work that only he can create, he hopes that people around the world will feel moments that make their hearts dance, even just a little bit.
Saturday July 29, 2023
| Start Time: | TBD |
| Location: | Featured Events |
| Reserved Seating: | VIP Seating: $40 (Otakon Membership Required) |
| General Seating: | Included with membership based on availibility, first-come, first-served. |
* All times and locations subject to change, please refer to the convention schedule or Guidebook for up-to-date times.
Sunday Concert - Just B
Just B VIP and Reserved Seating Passes
Otakon is proud to present our Sunday concert for this year:
Just B
VIP & Reserved Seating
On Sale Starting Friday May 12, 2023
- VIP Pass: On Sale 5/12 @ 12PM EDT
- Reserved Seating: On Sale 5/12 @ 12PM EDT
VIP Pass - $150.00
Join Just B for a VIP event experience! This includes:
- An interactive dance workshop on Friday (5:30PM - 7:00PM) taught by Just B themselves!
- A meet and greet experience on Saturday (3:30PM-5:00PM). All experience holders will be able to meet JUST B in an intimate environment as well as the possibility of having one item signed. Selfie-style photos will be allowed.
- VIP Seating for the Sunday Concert featuring Just B. VIP Passholders will be seated first for the concert.
Reserved Seating Pass - $20
- Reserved Seating for the Sunday Concert
- First in line seating - Arrive right before the concert and wait in a substantially shorter line
- Reserved Seating Pass holders will be seated following VIP pass holders and before the general admission line
How to Purchase
Note the "On Sale" time for the pass you wish to purchase. At that time:
- Click on the Purchase Pass button below to go to Growtix's websites.
- Click the Log In link at the top right of the page.
- Log In using the email address that was used as the Billing Contact for your Otakon 2023 Membership.
- Return to this page and click on the Purchase Pass button again. If it's after the "On Sale" time (and the passes are not sold out), you should now see the passes available for sale.
- Add the items to your cart and complete the order process.
YOU MUST BE LOGGED INTO GROWTIX WITH A PRE-PURCHASED OTAKON MEMBERSHIP TO PURCHASE A SEATING OR VIP PASS!
VIP Passes and Reserved Seating for the entire concert
Purchases are limited to 2 passes per transaction. Please make sure you have selected the correct pass before you purchase. Details on the time and locations for passholders to line up for each concert will be posted below. You MUST have an Otakon Membership (Available Here) in order to attend the concert and Meet and Greet sessions!
Full Weekend Membership is required in order to purchase VIP Passes.
Reserved Seats may be purchased by anyone with a Full Weekend Membership or a Sunday-Only Trial-Membership.
If you've completed all the steps above and it is after the "on sale" time listed for the pass and the item does not show up for sale, it is most likely sold out.
Just B
JUST B is an immensely talented K-Pop group known for its unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and electronic dance music. Their music is characterized by powerful vocals, intricate choreography, and dynamic performances that have captivated fans worldwide. Making their debut in June of 2021 with their first mini-album "JUST BURN," which contained the hit title track "DAMAGE," JUST B has quickly gained a reputation as one of the most exciting new acts in the K-Pop scene. Recently, they won the Blooming Star Award at the 30th HANTEO MUSIC AWARDS 2022 and collaborated with former Otakon guest AleXa in the hit song "MBTI."
In addition to the concert, JUST B will also offer VIP experiences and other opportunities to see them around Otakon.
Sunday July 30, 2023
| Start Time: | 1 PM |
| Location: | Main Events |
| Reserved Seating: | VIP Seating: $150 Reserved Seating: $20 (Otakon Membership Required) |
| General Seating: | Included with membership based on availibility, first-come, first-served. |
* All times and locations subject to change, please refer to the convention schedule or Guidebook for up-to-date times.
