Custom Application

Press Pass Application

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Deadline: Dec 04, 2026 5:00 pm (EDT)
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Event Date: Dec 05, 2026 9:00 am - Dec 06, 2026 5:00 pm (EDT)
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Application Date: Oct 26, 2025 9:30 am - Dec 04, 2026 5:00 pm (EDT)
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Free

About the event

AnimeVerse Pittsburgh returns for its second year, bringing another full weekend of anime, cosplay, gaming, and pop culture to the city. After an incredible first year, we’re coming back bigger and better with more vendors, more creators, and even more to experience. Shop a packed exhibitor hall featuring anime merchandise, collectibles, art, figures, apparel, and exclusives. Enjoy cosplay showcases, meetups, photo ops, panels, and interactive fan experiences throughout the weekend. Whether you joined us last year or this will be your first AnimeVerse, Pittsburgh 2026 is the perfect way to close out the year with fellow fans and creators.
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About the application

Thank you for your interest in covering AnimeVerse Fest: Pittsburgh!
 Approved press/media applicants will receive complimentary badges to attend the event and capture coverage throughout the weekend. This form must be completed in full to be considered.

 

We look forward to working with you and seeing your coverage of AnimeVerse!

 

Terms & Conditions

Please note:

  • Submitting this form does not guarantee approval.
    Each outlet is allowed up to two badges (if approved).
  • You must provide examples or links to previous coverage when available.
  • Approved outlets agree to share their post-event content links with the event team within 14 days after the convention.
  • Press badges do not grant backstage, VIP, or photo op access unless pre-approved.

Applications will be reviewed by our media team. Approval or denials will be emailed. 

 

Applications will be accepted up until 2 weeks before the show. 

Once you are granted approval, you may submit requests to capture specific content.

Press are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manor and to follow all convention policies outlined on our convention website. 

Questions on the application

User information

  • First name
  • Last name
  • Email
  • Gender
  • Birthday
  • Address

Additional information

  • Affiliated News Sources
  • Please provide links to examples of previous coverage you have performed for other events.
  • Please provide any links to social media that may also contain your work.
  • Have you attended any conventions in the past?
  • Are there any fandoms that you yourself are passionate about?