The next legend in our Anime Legend in Concert series is here—and she is nothing less than a queen of anime music: Yōko Ishida! For over 30 years, her angelic voice has moved millions of fans worldwide with immortal classics like 'Otome no Policy' from Sailor Moon R and the powerful anthems of the Strike Witches series. Be there as she lights up the festival stage at the opening ceremony on Friday, December 5th, and transforms Anime Festival Kassel 2025 into a place of nostalgia, emotion, and epic anime magic with two monumental concerts and autograph sessions on Saturday, December 6th, and Sunday, December 7th! [More infos]
With his band m.o.v.e, he unleashed "Dogfight", the legendary opening of Initial D that became the unofficial anthem of an entire anime generation. With ALTIMA, he brought a new, epic power to Shakugan no Shana with "I’ll believe". He is motsu – the pioneer and undisputed king of Anime-Rap. Kassel, get ready! Anime Festival Kassel 2025 presents an event of historic proportions. Experience the raw power of an icon across all three days: With monumental live concerts, an exclusive DJ set that will turn night into day, and the unique chance to meet a true legend. This isn't a tour. This is a momentum created just for you. Don't miss the moment when motsu conquers the stage and makes history! [More infos]
He is the voice behind goosebump-inducing moments from Attack on Titan, The Seven Deadly Sins, and most recently Solo Leveling 2: mpi – singer, lyricist, and longtime collaborator of Hiroyuki Sawano – will bring his powerful songs to the stage at Anime Festival Kassel 2025. Look forward to two exclusive concerts on Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, in the Grand Hall – each with different setlists full of epic anime vibes! Be there when Anime Legend in Concert begins – and welcome mpi as the first name in our new series of legendary anime live acts. [More infos]
https://www.animefestival.de/en/programm/119/Finale-Deutsche-CosplaymeisterschaftWe are delighted to announce that the grand final of the German Cosplay Championship (DCM) will take place at Anime Festival Kassel 2025! We are proud to provide a stage for this prestigious competition and look forward to witnessing breathtaking performances from Germany’s most talented cosplayers. If you would like to compete in the final, you can register for one of the preliminary rounds from 3 March 2025 at www.dcm-cosplay.de [More info]
The Anime Festival Kassel is back for its sixth edition! From 05 to 07 December 2025, expect an even bigger and more spectacular event at the Kongress Palais. Ticket sales have started, and anyone purchasing before 20.11 gets an additional 10% off with the code "support" – on top of the Christmas sale phase! [To the ticket shop]
Why in December? The later date allows us to avoid other summer events and lets the Anime Festival Kassel grow worry-free in the wintry Kongress Palais. We plan to expand the interactive Guild House and the popular Matsuri even further – this time as a festive Winter Matsuri with a Japanese Christmas market! Look forward to a breathtaking stage programme featuring your favourite anime stars directly from Japan. The earlier you secure your ticket, the more we can create something truly impressive together. Anime fans for anime fans!
New: Alongside the under-18 discount, we are now offering reduced tickets for students as well. So choose the appropriate option when purchasing your ticket!
