Iro Convention

Hello All,

We're sorry for the confusion today. Small teams make big mistakes and today was one of them. Due to low presales and lack of early interest, we were unable to secure the venue for our originally planned days. While the tickets date were updated and preorders were informed, we failed to inform the community, which is very frustrating for us all. We will admit our social media presences was nonexistent, ironic cause were trying to build a community. All of us at Iro have the goal to create a fun anime experience in a town we love.
We made a huge mistake today, and understand that this isn't putting us in the best position going forward, but we truly wish to try again. We want to bring a little anime magic to the Carlsbad community, and we can't do it alone. We would love to make Iro Con happen, and going forward to next year, we're going to try again. We understand if your hesitant because of this disappointment, we would be too. But if we've learned anything from anime, its that if you don't succeed at first, you get back up and try again!

-iro con staff

🎨✨ MASCOT DESIGN CONTEST ✨🎨

We already have our official convention mascot — now we want to see your version of them!

This contest is open to ALL art levels:
✨ Digital
✨ Traditional
✨ Chibi, sketchy, stylized, silly — all welcome

It’s not about being “perfect,” it’s about creativity and a love of art!

📌 Rules & submission on website: iroirocon.com

Ready to draw? ✏️👀

Want to get involved? Consider volunteering for Iro Con!!

Not only will volunteers help build a stronger community, gain event experience, they will also be given complimentary access based on their shift!

Interested? Sign up here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc13hDN3kxJzvtb-rGVm4iTnnA-_8dpAYOXp_yqTJvzx8IOCQ/viewform

🎧 K-POP RANDOM DANCE CHALLENGE 🎧

If the song plays… you dance.

We’ll be playing random K-pop songs, and if you know the choreo, jump in and show it off!

✨ Any group
✨ Any generation
✨ Any skill level

No pressure, no judges — just vibes, chaos, and K-pop love 💃🕺

Think you’re ready? 👀🔥

At Iro Convention 2026 Carlsbad, NM Feb, 28 - Mar,1

Just checked out the venue! Logistics mode: on 😎

Vendor and Maker tables are open! Reserve your spot soon! Discount code is "EARLYBIRD20" for 20% off booths!!

Tickets are $5 off for General Admission with code "EARLYBIRD"

Sale ends soon, so make sure you get your tickets!

Iro Convention Get ready for a day full of anime, gaming, and cosplay at Iro Convention - where all your otaku dreams come to life! Come join us!

Think you know all there is to know about anime? Can you name every vocaloid song? Show Carlsbad you're the reigning champion of anime facts in our Trivia Contest! Rio thinks he's got you beat....prove him wrong! ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ

Know someone who loves to draw, design clothes, or have fun? We're having an art contest at Iro Con! Official rules can be found one our website, iroirocon.com under the "contests" tab!

The basic idea is to draw a new outfit for our mascots, Opuntia and Rio! The prizes are mostly a secret, but the winning designs will be used for next year's mascot as well as a featured spot for the artist who wins!

This isn't a best art contest, it's best design! We recognize that all artists are on a personal journey, and that skills take time to hone! This is why its best design; it opens the doors to contestant of all skill levels!

We're super excited to see your submissions-and you at Iro Con 2026!!

What are you planning on cosplaying at Iro Con this year?
Opuntia is thinking about going as Hatusne Miku

Comment below and make sure you get your ticket soon! Use the promo code "EarlyBird" to get $5 off your tickets!

Discounted tickets are on sale until December 31st! Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1749179124849?aff=oddtdtcreator to get your tickets and enter the code " EarlyBird "to get $5 off!

As a reminder, the purpose of Iro Con is to give art supplies to kids-your attendance isn't going to just be for a fun event, it's also for a good cause!

Vendor and artist tables are also available, keep in mind the difference between vendors and artists when buying tickets; Vendors cover resale goods, artists handle handmade goods. Vendors will also be receiving more space for their booths. If you have any doubts or questions on what ticket you should buy, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] and we'll get back to you asap!

Our website is....still under construction, but our team is working round the clock to get it up to speed, if you want to know more, check us out at iroirocon.com

Iro Convention Get ready for a day full of anime, gaming, and cosplay at Iro Convention - where all your otaku dreams come to life! Come join us!