Zenkaikon 2026

This Press Application is intended for credentialed media outlets and working journalists. Eligible applicants typically include:

• Newspapers,
• Magazines
• News sites
• Broadcast media: TV, radio, and accredited news networks
• Recognized news agencies
• Industry or trade publications
• Journalists, reporters, and photojournalists on assignment
• Editors, producers, and accredited media staff

Applicants may be asked to provide press credentials, an editor’s assignment letter, or recent published work demonstrating professional journalism.

Zenkaikon Press Badges come with the following benefits: 

• Complimentary Admission to all three full days of Zenkaikon 2026
• Complimentary Admission to Thursday Night Programming/Early Badge Pickup
• Programming/Early Badge Pickup
• Access to the Vendor/Exhibit Hall, Panel rooms, Video Gaming / Tabletop Gaming rooms, and Programming / Special Events
• Exclusive Access to the Press Room for Interviews/Press Conferences with Guests*
• Easy access to a Staff Liaison for questions and concerns

*We cannot guarantee approval for interviews/press conferences. Requests will be handled case-by-case and are subject to space and time availability.  Press Badges are at the discretion of Zenkaikon. They are evaluated on several criteria, including but not limited to the audience reach of the outlet, past coverage of Zenkaikon, and past status as an approved Press Badge holder.

Press Application Deadline: Friday Feb, 13th, 2026 at 11:59pm. We will be reviewing applications and notifying accepted parties prior to Zenkaikon 2026. Priority will be given to applicants from media organizations and those with past approvals at Zenkaikon.

For questions regarding your application, please contact jasmine.caban@zenkaikon.org. All attendees, including approved Press, are required to follow all of Zenkaikon's Policies. These policies can be found here: https://zenkaikon.com/about-zenkaikon/policies/