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!
This year, numerous competitions were held at the Anime Festival Kassel 2024. To remind you of the outstanding performances and shining winners, we have compiled the winners for you here.
Drawing Contest (Video on YouTube):
AMV Contest (Video on YouTube):
Cosplay Contest (Image):
Show Your Cosplay - Friday (Image):
Show Your Cosplay - Sunday (Image):
Scavenger Hunt:
This week, it's finally happening – Kassel is once again transforming into a magical hub for anime and manga fans! We've put together a fantastic programme for you, which you can now download as a programme booklet. Of course, you can also pick up a free printed copy at the ticket counter or the information desk. For those making last-minute plans, tickets are available at the on-site ticket office. PS: If you want to arrive on time for the festival, be sure to visit the ticket office early to exchange your e-ticket. This year, you'll even be able to enter the central foyer before the official opening. [Programme Booklet Download - PDF 37MB]
