2026 Convention Guide

UI-Con 2026

January 30–31, 2026 · Champaign, IL

Dates

January 30–31, 2026

2-day event

Venue

Illini Union

Champaign, IL

Est. Attendance

~1,500

About UI-Con

UI-Con is a Midwest anime con taking place January 30–31, 2026. This 2-day event is held at Illini Union in Champaign, IL and is a favorite stop on the regional circuit. Drawing roughly 1,500 attendees, the event features cosplay contests, artist alleys, vendor halls, and panel programming that keep fans coming back year after year. Whether you're planning your first trip or you're a returning attendee, UI-Con is one of the must-hit events on the 2026 Midwest anime calendar.

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