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Frequently Asked Questions:
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Last updated: Wednesday, April 18, 2007
- What is Anime Boston?
- What will be going on at Anime Boston 2007?
- What time does it start and end?
- I heard I have to bring an ID. Why? What types of IDs are okay?
- How old are the people coming to Anime Boston? Will there be a lot of kids?
- Can I take pictures or video at Anime Boston?
- How can I volunteer to help Anime Boston?
- Can I buy Pocky, ramune, or other snacks at the convention?
- Will the stuff sold in the online Anime Boston store be available at the convention?
- Is Anime Boston 2007 on Easter weekend?
- Will there be an Anime Boston 2008?
- What about Anime Boston 2009 and 2010?
- What is the New England Anime Society?
- What is Anime Boston?
Anime Boston is an annual three-day Japanese animation convention held in Boston, Massachusetts. Anime Boston 2007 will be held April 20th through 22nd at the Hynes Convention Center and Sheraton Boston Hotel.
- What's going on at Anime Boston 2007?
Anime Boston 2007 will be presenting popular events which include a masquerade, an anime music video contest, video programming rooms, an artists' alley and art show, karaoke, game shows, video games, manga library, dances, and much more... Our dealers' room will be located in the cavernous Hall D of the Hynes Convention Center. We've also got some special guests and industry representatives who are excited about coming to Anime Boston.
- What time does it start and end?
Anime Boston usually runs from the early morning until late at night.
Video programming will run about 20 hours a day starting at 8am. Panel programming generally starts around 10am and runs through the evening. The dance runs from the evening late into the night. On Sunday, things usually settle down around dinner time.
Times which have been confirmed are as follows:
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Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
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| Art Show |
Closed |
Noon to 6pm |
10am to 6pm |
10am to Noon |
| Artists' Alley |
Closed |
8am to 11pm |
9am to midnight |
10am to 4pm |
| Dances |
None |
8pm to 10:30pm (Formal Ball)
11pm to 3am (Friday Night Dance) |
10pm to 3am (Saturday Night Dance) |
None |
| Dealers' Room |
Closed |
Noon to 6pm |
10am to 6pm |
10am to 3pm |
| Karaoke |
Closed |
12pm to 2am |
10am to 2am |
10am to 3pm |
| Manga Library |
Closed |
10am to 10pm |
10am to 10pm |
10am to 2pm |
| Panel/Event Programming |
Closed |
11am to 2am |
10am to 2am |
10am to 5pm |
| Registration |
4pm to 10pm* |
7am to 10pm |
7am to 9pm |
8am to Noon |
| Video Gaming |
Closed |
7am Fri to 2pm Sun |
| Video Programming |
Closed |
8am to 4am |
8am to 4am |
8am to 4pm |
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* Thursday Registration is only open to pre-registered members!
- I heard I have to bring an ID. Why? What types of IDs are okay?
There are three places at Anime Boston that you will need a photo ID:
- Checking into the hotel
The hotel may ask to see a valid photo ID when you check into the hotel. A driver's license, passport, or other government-issued identification (with a photo) are recommended.
- Picking up your pre-registered badge
In order to prove to us that you are who you say you are (and so nobody else can claim to be you and steal your badge), we require everyone who pre-registers to show a photo ID when they pick up their convention membership badge at Registration.
- If you are 18 or over, you must present government-issued photo ID. Driver's license (learner's permits are valid) and passport are the most obvious. Other forms of ID are valid only if they are issued by an agency of the state or federal government and have your name and photo.
Because there has been some inconsistency in the FAQ's, we will also accept current student photo ID for badge pickup in 2007. This will not allow you to check into the hotel or attend 18+ events, however.
- If you are under 18, you may present any ID that reasonably establishes your identity. School ID with name and photo, a credit card in your name, or a copy of your birth certificate or Social Security card are fine. Since we cannot be familiar with the form of every single school ID out there, we do reserve the right to reject school ID if it seems suspect. We also don't recommend carrying the original of your birth certificate around.
- If you are under 18, you may also have a parent or guardian (not just a friend over 18) present their government ID and vouch for your identity.
- Child members (12 and under) do not need ID (but must be accompanied at badge pickup by an adult with a paid membership).
- Getting into "18+" programming
At night, Anime Boston has some events which are "18+" and you must show a photo ID (driver's license, passport, etc.) that has your birthdate in order to be admitted to the room. Security will check IDs at the door and have the right to refuse entry to anyone without a photo ID or anyone with an ID that appears to be forged.
If you do not have a photo ID, we strongly suggest that you get one as soon as possible. Even if you do not have a driver's license, your state can issue you an ID. Contact your local Registry of Motor Vehicles for information. If you are in Massachusetts, you can find ID information here.
- How old are the people coming to Anime Boston? Will there be a lot of kids?
Anime fans come in all shapes and sizes...including kids. While most of the people attending anime conventions typically falls in the 16 to 26 age range, expect to see people of all ages...from 8 months to eighty-eight.
- Can I take pictures or video at Anime Boston?
Cameras are welcome throughout the convention except in the following places:
- video rooms
- the anime music video contest
- the art show
- the art auction
- any panel or event where the panelist or guest asks people not to use cameras or make recordings
If you wish to take photos of cosplayers, we strongly recommend that you ask the person first. They will often pose for you to give you a better photo.
If you wish to take photos of art in artists' alley, please ask the artist first.
- How can I volunteer to help Anime Boston?
You can either join our staff or become a volunteer.
- Can I buy Pocky, ramune, or other snacks at the convention?
No! Convention center policies prohibit the sale or distribution of food and drinks. Having convention center concession stands open selling Pocky, ramune, etc. is not possible. (Yes, we asked them.) If you absolutely must have Pocky, bring it with you or ask the Information Desk how to get to local Japanese snack retailers.
- Will the stuff sold in the online Anime Boston store be available at the convention?
No. All the items you see in our online store (which we haven't updated in forever) are exclusive to the online store. We will be selling T-shirts at the convention, but they won't be the same as the ones in the online store. ...and after the convention, you will not be able to get the T-shirts that were sold at the convention in the online store.
- Is Anime Boston 2007 on Easter weekend?
No. It's a couple weeks after Easter weekend.
For your reference, here are the Easter and Marathon weekends in upcoming years. We have no plans to ever schedule Anime Boston the weekend immediately before a Boston Marathon ever again.
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Year |
Anime Boston |
Easter (Western) |
Easter (Eastern/Orthodox) |
Boston Marathon |
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| 2002 |
None |
Mar 31 |
May 5 |
Apr 15 |
| 2003 |
Apr 18-20 |
Apr 20 |
Apr 27 |
Apr 21 |
| 2004 |
Apr 9-11 |
Apr 11 |
Apr 11 |
Apr 19 |
| 2005 |
Apr 29-May 1 |
Mar 27 |
May 1 |
Apr 18 |
| 2006 |
May 26-28 |
Apr 16 |
Apr 23 |
Apr 17 |
| 2007 |
Apr 20-22 |
Apr 8 |
Apr 8 |
Apr 16 |
| 2008 |
TBA |
Mar 23 |
Apr 27 |
Apr 21 |
| 2009 |
TBA |
Apr 12 |
Apr 19 |
Apr 20 |
| 2010 |
TBA |
Apr 4 |
Apr 4 |
Apr 19 |
| 2011 |
TBA |
Apr 24 |
Apr 24 |
Apr 18 |
| 2012 |
TBA |
Apr 8 |
Apr 15 |
Apr 16 |
| 2013 |
TBA |
Mar 31 |
May 5 |
Apr 15 |
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- Will there be an Anime Boston 2008?
Yes. We have not officially announced the dates yet.
- What about Anime Boston 2009 and 2010?
Yes. Believe it or not, we have picked those too!
- What is the New England Anime Society?
The New England Anime Society, Inc. is a New England-based non-profit organization dedicated to furthering public education and understanding of the Japanese language and culture through written and visual media. It is Anime Boston's parent organization and also hosts events such as anime screenings at First Night Boston.
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