{"product_id":"washington-dc-june-26-28th-2026","title":"Washington DC: June 26-28th, 2026","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-key=\"319\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTHE AMAZING ART EXPO AT WASHINGTON DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-key=\"320\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Free Pop Culture Art \u0026amp; Cosplay Expo at the Amazing Art Expo for 3 days filled with all things Anime, Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, Horror, Alice in Wonderland Art \u0026amp; Cosplay. \u003cstrong\u003eMeet Trina Nishimura— the voice behind Mikasa Ackerman in \"Attack on Titan\" and Kurisu Makise in \"Steins; Gate\" and more! Plus, meet actor and stuntman, Derek Mears! \u003c\/strong\u003eGet ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and fandom. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious, this expo is perfect for anyone looking to have a blast. Don't miss out on this exciting event \u0026amp; it's... FREE!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e Admission! \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTICKETS ARE EMAILED TO YOU \u0026amp; GOOD FOR ALL 3 DAYS. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\"x12\" Prints by tagging someone on Instagram or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1LPVRtRdoE\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHARING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e this event on your Facebook Timeline. Get another free print by liking and following our Instagram \u0026amp; Facebook page at \u003cstrong\u003eamazingartexpo\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1LPVRtRdoE\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLICK HERE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor Facebook Event to Share\u003cstrong\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e Cosplay Contest on Saturday and Sunday (cosplaying is optional at this event). See FAQ below for details. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee FAQ for parking and train station details!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTIONAL VIP TICKET GETS YOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary 12\"x16\" Premium VIP Print of your choice (Valued at $40)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Hour Early Access (All 3 Days)!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinors under the age of 18 may accompany a parent without needing a VIP ticket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTickets Good For All 3 Days! June 26-28, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friday 6-9 pm (VIPs may enter at 5:00 pm), Sat \u0026amp; Sunday 12-6 pm (VIPs may enter at 11 am).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf:\u003c\/strong\u003e 480 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBallroom Name: \"L'Enfant Ballroom\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIAL GUESTS: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mascertified.com\/\"\u003eMAS Authentication\u003c\/a\u003e will be on-site authenticating autographs. You can bring your own signed merchandise as well. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm2986974\/\"\u003eTrina Nishimura\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003evoice actor best known for voicing Mikasa Ackerman in \"Attack on Titan\" and Kurisu Makise in \"Steins; Gate\". Her other notable roles include Lan Fan in \"Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood\" , Mari Illustrious Makinami in the \"Rebuild of Evangelion\" series , and Nadie in \"El Cazador de la Bruja\". She has also contributed to video games, voicing characters such as Etie in \"Fire Emblem Engage\" and \"Fire Emblem Heroes\". \u003cstrong\u003e~Signing all 3 days!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0575216\/\"\u003eDerek Mears:\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebest known for his portrayal of \u003cstrong\u003eJason\u003c\/strong\u003e in Friday the 13th (2009), Swamp Thing, Predators, The Hills Have Eyes 2, Hatchet III, Twin Peaks:The Return, and Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters.\u003cstrong\u003e ~Signing All 3 Days!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURING THE ART OF:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eANIME\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGAME\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOKÉMON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHORROR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALICE IN WONDERLAND\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDISNEY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTAR WARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSUPERHEROES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSORCERY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePARODY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOLLECTIBLES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW DO I GET MY FREE 9\"x12\" PRINT?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1LPVRtRdoE\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e this event on any of your social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, X etc.) by \u003cstrong\u003eJune 27th\u003c\/strong\u003e. Get another free print by liking and following our Instagram or Facebook page at \u003cstrong\u003eamazingartexpo\u003c\/strong\u003e. Limit one free print per individual who shared on their own\/separate social media \u0026amp; per individual who follows Amazing Art Expo's Facebook or Instagram page. When you check in at the event, use your phone to show proof you shared the event in order to get your free print. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1LPVRtRdoE\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLICK HERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to share the event on Facebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT'S THE CLOSEST RAILWAY STATION?\u003c\/strong\u003e The hotel is connected to L’Enfant Metro Station!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE DO I PARK: \u003c\/strong\u003eThere are many nearby parking lots within walking distance! We recommend the Colonial Parking Garage located at 370 L'Enfant Promenade for $16 day parking! Alternatively, we also recommend using SpotHero to find affordable reserved parking spots!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLink to SpotHero for Reserved Parking: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spothero.com\/destination\/washington-dc\/the-wharf-dc-parking\"\u003ehttps:\/\/spothero.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY ARE THERE MULTIPLE EVENTS DISPLAYING A SIMILAR EVENT WITH THE SAME DATES AND LOCATION? \u003c\/strong\u003eThese are all the same event! We are limited in the amount of characters we can type in an event title. Since our event encompasses: Anime, Game, Horror, Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, Alice in Wonderland, this is simply too long to put into an event title. To make it easier and in order to reach fans of each theme, we have created separate events for these themes but keep in mind, it is all the same event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS EVENT SEEMS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE. HOW DO I KNOW THIS IS A LEGITIMATE EVENT? \u003c\/strong\u003eWe encourage you to Google us at \"amazing art expo\" where you will see many updates, reviews, etc. We have over 51,000 followers on Facebook, 21,000 on Instagram and have been in business since 2016. We have hosted over 100 events during that time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS THIS EVENT COMPLETELY FREE?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, everyone is free to attend and no purchase is necessary. Autographs and paint embellishments by the artist are free. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW DO I GET AN AUTOGRAPH FROM THE VOICE ACTORS?\u003c\/strong\u003e Autographs may be purchased at the event (voice actor's booth) using cash, credit card or Apple Pay. \u003cstrong\u003eLast Call for Voice Actor Autographs is Sunday at 4:30 pm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThere will be other options as well to upgrade your signature to include larger prints, Funkos, swords, statues, quotes\/doodles, voice\/video recording, selfies, etc. Those prices will be determined at the event itself. You may bring to the event your own product(s) to be signed including print(s), Funkos, swords, etc. Remember, this is also a pop culture art expo and there will be lots of super cool prints relevant to the voice actor available to purchase at the event. We encourage you to take a look at the art show first before getting in line with the voice actors. If you plan to purchase autographs, we recommend you also purchase a VIP ticket since it allows you 1 hour early access to the voice actors before the doors open to the public, at which time the lines can get lengthy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARE KIDS ALLOWED?\u003c\/strong\u003e This event is 100% Kid \u0026amp; Stroller Friendly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARE YOU ACCEPTING VENDORS OR ARTISTS FOR THIS EVENT? \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are no longer accepting any vendors for this event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS THERE ANY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (A.I.) ART AT THIS EVENT?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely NOT! All our art sold on our website and featured at our show was created by human hands and all made in the USA. We do not believe A.I. art is actually art and we stay firm with that decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS PHOTOGRAPHY ALLOWED?\u003c\/strong\u003e You are welcome to photograph cosplayers, voice actors and the overall event and encouraged to share it with friends. However, Due to encounters of theft, attempts in converting the art via A.I. and\/or unauthorized reproduction (bootlegging) of the artwork, our artists request no closeup photography of the art itself please. Out of respect for the artists, this rule is strictly enforced. All Amazing staff members would be happy to take a photo of the art for you in a manner where it cannot be reproduced so easily - just ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO I HAVE TO COSPLAY TO ATTEND THE EVENT?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Cosplaying is completely voluntary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT ARE THE GUIDELINES FOR THE COSPLAY CONTEST?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCosplay Contests will take place approximately 3-4 pm on Saturday and Sunday. All Monsters, princesses, princes, superheroes, Jedi, wizards, witches and even muggles of all ages are encouraged to attend and will be introduced to the audience as their character name. Cosplayers who meet the following criteria listed below will qualify for the Cosplay Contest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1st PLACE PRIZE: Receives a $100 Gift Certificate for the Amazing Art Expo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2nd PLACE PRIZE: Receives a $75 Gift Certificate for the Amazing Art Expo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3rd PLACE PRIZE: Receives a $50 Gift Certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll qualified cosplayers participating in the contest will receive a complimentary premium 12\"x16\" VIP print of their choice valued at $40.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROFESSIONAL COSPLAYERS (INFLUENCERS)\u003c\/strong\u003e who have 50,000+ social media followers may qualify to receive a free display table to promote their brand(s) in exchange for coming to and promoting the event. Please email \u003ca href=\"mailto:john@amazingartexpo.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejohn@amazingartexpo.com\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.) \u003cstrong\u003eJUST SHOW UP\u003c\/strong\u003e: at least 1 hour before the scheduled contest! We will make an announcement 30 minutes before the contest to record names of all cosplayers and instructions as to how it will be run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.) \u003cstrong\u003eAGE LIMITATIONS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll ages are applicable to win.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.)\u003cstrong\u003e COSTUMES must be creative. \u003c\/strong\u003eOut of respect for the cosplayers who put hours into their costumes, simply wearing a  hat, shirt, sweatshirt, etc. does not qualify for the competition and this rule applies to children too. Just because your kids are cute, wearing Spiderman Pajamas, Tshirts will not qualify them to enter. Store bought costumes must be creative and are eligible to participate. However, 2st, 2nd \u0026amp; 3rd place winners must include costumes which are at least 50% hand made. Winners will be judged on their interaction with attendees and the creativity of their costumes including makeup and handmade materials, personality - especially pertaining to depicting your cosplay character, etc. Costumes should be tasteful and not be deemed offensive. The barest minimum of body coverage would be that of a bikini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.) \u003cstrong\u003eWEAPONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e All operational shooting weapons and\/or sharp objects are absolutely forbidden. Non-firing toy weapons are allowed. Act responsibly and use caution when carrying, yielding, displaying large props. Any simulation of props, such as light saber battles, may be allowed if granted permission beforehand by an Amazing Art Expo crew member and if conducted in an open area free of bystanders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.) \u003cstrong\u003ePHOTOS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlthought taking photos with guests is voluntary, cosplayers are not to charge guests for any photos. Photos should be taken in an open area so you are not blocking aisles or product displays. You are welcome to ask any Amazing Art Expo employee suggestions for such areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.) If the event includes a contest on Saturday and Sunday, contestants may participate both days but are not eligible to win more than once with the same costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.) There must be at least 12 participants in the Cosplay Contest with at least 3 qualifying participants in order for the contest to take place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have any questions regarding our guidelines, please email \u003ca href=\"mailto:john@amazingartexpo.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejohn@amazingartexpo.com\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee you there!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amazing Art Expo","offers":[{"title":"Free Admission: Good for all 3 Days","offer_id":46067394740397,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$15 VIP Ticket: 1 hr early admission + Free 12\"x16\" Premium Print of Your Choice","offer_id":46067394773165,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/8392\/0745\/files\/Overall_Banner_of_Trina_Nishimura_for_IG_11zon.jpg?v=1764885644","url":"https:\/\/amazingartexpo.com\/products\/washington-dc-june-26-28th-2026","provider":"Amazing Art Expo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}