Anime Night - Indianapolis

While hosting our event in concert halls means space is limited, we take pride in offering quality over quantity. Each show features a carefully curated selection of local artist dealers whose work reflects a true love for anime. In the intimate setting of Anime Night, we look beyond the merch to find the fan behind the art—spotlighting creators whose passion and inspiration align with our vision of celebrating anime through artistry.

The Artist Dealer tier exists to keep Anime Night accessible to independent creators while maintaining a curated, community-driven vendor floor.

We prioritize originality, quality presentation, and work that aligns with anime, gaming, and alt-pop culture.

General Info:

• Vendor Load In is set two hours before doors, I.E, if doors are at 6PM and the show starts at 7PM, vendors load in is set for 4PM.

• Each vendor will receive two complementary event vendor badges that grant private venue access. These badges don't include any private backstage or AAA access, and do not include the ability to escort. Additional exhibitor badges are available for purchase.

• Tables and black, fitted, tablecovers are provided by Anime Night at all events, while seating is provided by the venue. In the event you require additional seating beyond two chairs, you're encouraged to bring your own.

We know that finding quality manga, figures, plushies, and anime accessories isn’t always easy—especially at great prices. That’s why one of Anime Night’s core missions is to bring a diverse range of retail vendors to our events, offering fans access to unique merchandise they might not find elsewhere. We’re especially passionate about working with local shops and traveling vendors who share our love for anime culture. Whether you run a storefront or specialize in the convention circuit, we’d love to have you join us.

Why We Offer Two Tiers
Anime Night blends live music with convention-style retail and activations. Because different businesses operate on different margins, we’ve built a pricing model that keeps vendor participation sustainable while maintaining a curated shopping experience for attendees.

General Info:

• Exhibitor Load In is set two hours before doors, I.E, if doors are at 6PM and the show starts at 7PM, exhibitor load in is set for 4PM.
   
• Each exhibitor will receive two complementary event vendor badges that grant private venue access. These badges don't include any private backstage or AAA access, and do not include the ability to escort. Additional exhibitor badges are available for purchase.
   
• Tables and black, fitted, tablecovers are provided by Anime Night at all events, while seating is provided by the venue. In the event you require additional seating beyond two chairs, you're encouraged to bring your own.

Contest Rules:

1. All contestants must have purchased a GA ticket to enter.

2. All costumes entered must be based on an anime, or anime character.
(I.E. No original characters, and no characters not featured in an anime. Ex: Woody from Toy Story wouldn't be acceptable as there is no Toy Story anime, but 2B for Nier Automata would be, because although is was a video game first, there is also an anime featuring the character).

3. Costume must be worn by applicant.

4. No group cosplay.
(If you and a friend(s) are doing a group cosplay, you are still welome to enter the contest, but you will be judged individually. If you would like to instead show off your work as a group, please come find us at our merch table the day of to sign up for our masquerade!)

5. No hate speech, racist, sexist, or prejudice cosplay of any kind.

6. No nudity or performance of sexual acts.

7. No weapons. Any weapon like props must be approved in advance.

8. No bullying of any kind to the other contestants, panelists, staff, or concert attendees.

9. No industry professionals.
(For real, if you're that good, you don't need to enter this contest. If you'd like to collaborate with us at an event, please just reach out! Let's allow this contest to be something accessible by cosplayers of all skill levels!)

10. Have fun.

Guest Rules:

1. All cosplays must be based on anime character.
(I.E. No original characters, and no characters not featured in an anime. Ex: Woody from Toy Story wouldn't be acceptable as there is no Toy Story anime, but 2B for Nier Automata would be, because although is was a video game first, there is also an anime featuring the character).

2. Costume must be worn by applicant.

3. No hate speech, racist, sexist, or prejudice cosplay of any kind.

4. No nudity or performance of sexual acts.

5. No weapons. Any weapon like props must be approved in advance.

6. No bullying of any kind to the other contestants, panelists, staff, or concert attendees.

7. All guest spots include 2x comped tickets to their respective Anime Night event. Any additional spots must be purchased at retail.

8. Cosplay guests should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to doors when possible to pick up badges and get to know the venue space.