Kumoricon 2026

Convention dates: November 13th-15th, 2026

The KumoriMarket Exhibitor Area provides space to retailers and other dealers selling a wide range of goods at the convention.
Applications for the Kumoricon 2026 Exhibitor Area are open as of now and will close on or before Wednesday, July 29, at 11:59pm Pacific Time. Applications may close early if our waitlist exceeds reasonable limits.

We will notify applicants as they are accepted throughout the application period, so earlier applicants are given greater consideration. If you have already pre-registered as an exhibitor at Kumoricon 2025, you do not need to apply using this form. If you apply despite being pre-registered, it could cause you to be double-charged.

Parking Passes (I-5 Lot) will not be available for Kumoricon 2026 due to overpass construction. If the convention center notifies us that this lot will be available, we will notify everyone. We apologize for the inconvenience!

2026 Booth Rate Options
Similar to previous years, almost all booths are corner booths. A corner booth is defined as having at least two of its four sides open. All booths will come with a single 8-foot table and two chairs:

- $1100 per 10-ft by 10-ft Premium booth. Premium booths are located with the closest proximity to the KumoriMarket entrance/exit, in comparison to all exhibitor booths.

- $1000 per 10-ft by 10-ft Standard booth. Standard booths are located in the middle sections of the Exhibitor Area, but are not in close proximity to the KumoriMarket entrance/exit or along the back walls.

- $900 per 10-ft by 10-ft Discount booth. Discount booths are located along the back walls of the KumoriMarket and are the furthest from the entrance/exit.

- $50 deduction per inline booth. An inline booth is any booth that has walls on at most three of its four sides. Corner booths converted by you or the decorator on your behalf at-con to be inline booths will not qualify for this deduction. Certain booth space arrangements will automatically qualify for at least one of these discounts. Inline booths can also be requested.

To comply with legal requirements, all exhibitors are required to have a Portland Business License [https://www.portland.gov/revenue/temporary-business-license]. Temporary registrations are available.

Exhibitors seeking space in the Exhibitor Area should not register as attendees at this time, but instead, apply for Exhibitor booth(s) using the form below.
Please see our updated Exhibitor Application FAQ [https://www.kumoricon.org/exhibitor-faq] for answers to frequent questions. If you have any additional questions, please email exhibits@kumoricon.org and we will be happy to assist you.

Please note:
This form is not an Industry Membership application. Industry Memberships applications are handled separately and must be completed through the appropriate process.

 

Convention dates: November 13th-15th, 2026

 

The KumoriMarket Industry Area at Kumoricon 2026 provides space for businesses and organizations offering goods, services, or experiences connected to anime, manga, Japanese pop culture, and related industries.

 

This Industry Booth application is intended specifically for industry members, including (but not limited to):

• Trademark and license holders
• Publishers and production companies
• Game developers and studios
• Media companies and distributors
• Japanese cultural organizations and institutions

This application is not for resellers, general retailers, or fan artists. If your primary business involves reselling merchandise rather than representing an original brand, license, or IP, please apply through the standard Exhibitor application instead.

Parking Passes (I-5 Lot) will not be available for Kumoricon 2026 due to overpass construction. If the convention center notifies us that this lot will be available, we will notify everyone. We apologize for the inconvenience!

Important Information

• Convention Dates: November 13–15, 2026
• Application Period: Open now through Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:59pm PT

Applications may close early if the waitlist exceeds reasonable limits. Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis; earlier applications receive greater consideration.

 

All exhibitors are required to hold a Portland Business License. Temporary licenses are available through the City of Portland: https://www.portland.gov/revenue/temporary-business-license

 

Exhibitors should not register as attendees at this time. Accepted applicants will receive additional instructions regarding payment, setup, and registration.

 

For answers to common questions, please review the Exhibitor Application FAQ: https://www.kumoricon.org/exhibitor-faq

 

If you need further assistance, contact us at industry@kumoricon.org; we’re happy to help!

Please note:
This form is not an Industry Membership application. Industry Memberships applications are handled separately and must be completed through the appropriate process.

 

Convention dates: November 13th-15th, 2026

 

Kumoricon offers Partner Tables as a no-cost opportunity for visiting anime conventions, community organizations, and local clubs to promote their event, mission, or organization to our attendees.

 

Partner Tables are intended for groups that:

• Support anime, fandom, Japanese culture, or adjacent communities
• Are interested in cross-promotion, community building, or outreach
• Want to share information about their event, organization, or activities

Partner Tables are not commercial exhibitor booths. They are designed for promotion and engagement rather than retail sales, and space is limited. Approval is at the discretion of Kumoricon staff.

 

Partner tables are not in a secured area. We recommend removing all items of value at the end of the day.

 

Accepted partners are provided:

• One 8-foot table and two chairs
• Industry badges for representatives staffing the table
• Placement within the Partner Table area

There is no fee to participate. Some Partner Tables may be part of a reciprocal table trade or other collaborative agreement, while others may be approved as community outreach partnerships.

 

Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. All applicants must comply with Kumoricon policies and Partner Table guidelines.

Within Kumoricon, when we say "volunteer", what we mean is somebody who has purchased a regular attendee membership for Kumoricon and is willing to donate at least 4 hours of time to the convention. None of our volunteers are paid, but we do have rewards based on the number of hours registered attendees are willing to volunteer. Rewards for volunteers are as follows: - For volunteering your time you will receive a ribbon for your badge. - After four (4) hours you will receive a Kumoricon-branded lanyard. - After eight (8) hours you will receive a coupon to redeem for a complimentary membership for the next convention year. - After twelve (12) hours you will receive a limited edition Kumoricon pin. - After sixteen (16) hours you will receive a $30 food voucher. - After twenty (20) hours you will receive a limited edition Kumoricon t-shirt.

Kumoricon is happy to announce that we will once again be offering group discounts to nonprofit educational youth groups! These include organizations like anime clubs or groups that are a part of a larger nonprofit organization (like a school), or other nonprofit organizations.

 

If you're not sure if you fit the qualifications listed below, please don't be afraid to apply! Each group will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

 

Each group must apply in advance, and discounts are limited to eligible, qualifying organizations.

 

What are examples of eligible organizations?
Eligible organizations include, but are not limited to, anime clubs, scouting troops, library youth groups, and programs for underprivileged children; subject to the requirements listed above and approval.

 

Other groups are also encouraged to apply. If you're not sure you fit our criteria, apply and see!

 

What are the requirements to receive a group discount?

• Must be an educational group with youth membership.
• Must have a minimum of at least five attending youth members.
• Must be a part of an organization with government, nonprofit, or tax-exempt status.
• All organizations are subject to Kumoricon's approval.
• Must apply in advance (discounts will not be offered at-event).
• Official adult chaperones must accompany youth members.
• Discounts are limited to those under age 18 participating in the program and who are part of the applying organization.
• Organization must have an established track record of serving youth.

What are the typical discounts?

For youths age 6–17: Membership discount of 30% off the at-the-door weekend price, or 20% discount off the single-day price.
One (1) adult chaperone will receive a complimentary membership for every five (5) paid youth memberships.
Additional Adult chaperone memberships may be purchased at 30% discount off of the at-the-door full weekend price, 20% discount off the at-the-door single-day price, or a greater discount on a case-by-case basis.

Greater discounts may be available on a case-by-case basis.

 

These discounts are typical and are not guaranteed. Different rates and arrangements may be offered on a case-by-case basis.

 

How do I apply, and what is the process?
Groups must apply by Saturday, October 24th, 2026. We will not accept any applications after this deadline or at the door, nor apply discounts retroactively.

 

If you are a leader of your group, such as a teacher, counselor, or club organizer, please fill out the form application below or reach out to group.discount@kumoricon.org to apply for your group.

 

After you submit your application, we will carefully review it and verify the qualifying criteria. During verification, we may contact you, if needed, for more information. Also, we may contact your organization's administration for verification.

 

Reasons for declining your application may include, but are not limited to:

 

• We reserve the right to decline for any reason, in our sole discretion.
• Your organization does not have either nonprofit, tax-exempt, or government status.
• If your group is part of a larger organization and we are unable to verify this.
• Insufficient number of adult chaperones per the amount of youth members.
• We discover any misrepresentation or falsification in your application.

If I am accepted, what do I need to bring to the convention, and what is the process?

Notification of approval or denial will be sent no later than Saturday, October 31st, 2026. If and when you are accepted, we will either send a coupon code(s) or private registration link to the email address listed as the contact on the application form. The membership must be purchased by close of pre-registration on Saturday, November 7th, 2026. If the registration and payment is not completed by the close of registration, then the group registration discount will be cancelled.

 

No person under the age of 18 may attend without their Kumoricon parent permission and release form on file. The form must be turned in at time of check-in, signed by the attendee's parent or guardian.

 

All attendees, regardless of age (over or under 18), require valid, government-issued photo ID. Please review our registration page for more information on what type of ID is required.

The standard convention policies and code of conduct apply to group members.

 

All members of a group receiving discounts, together with their adult chaperones, must attend and check in together.

 

What if I have additional questions?
For additional information about the educational group discount, please contact group.discount@kumoricon.org. If you would like additional information about registering for Kumoricon, please contact us at registration@kumoricon.org and we will be very happy to assist you!

 

In addition, our standard registration page (https://www.kumoricon.org/registration) and code of conduct (https://www.kumoricon.org/code-of-conduct) may have the information you are looking for.

Industry Membership at Kumoricon is extended as a courtesy to qualified professionals whose work is connected to anime, manga, gaming, Japanese pop culture, or related creative and cultural industries.

 

Industry badges allow approved members to attend Kumoricon in a professional capacity, engage with peers, and explore the convention environment.

 

Submission of this application does not guarantee approval. All applications are reviewed by the Industry and Sponsorship team. For any questions please email industry@kumoricon.org

 

Applicants must be age 18 or over.