Holiday Matsuri (HolMat) is an annual anime and cosplay convention held at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, FL. It is a festively-themed event allowing attendees to celebrate their favorite fandoms with a holiday twist. Holmat started in 2011 and for many has become a holiday staple drawing an annual attendance of approximately 20,000 people. Next year the event plans to move to the Orange County Convention Center.
This three-day event runs until 2am and is chock-full of activities and events. You can meet and talk with some of the stars and voice actors from some of the most popular anime, TV shows, and video games. Attend panels that include everyone from detailed discussions on intricate storylines to hands-on workshops. There are free-play and gaming tournaments in the gaming room, Vendors and artists where you can do your holiday shopping. Or, you can dance the night away at the dances, raves, and parties.
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