Thread by @Otakon

What's happening? #OTAKON2021 IS HAPPENING!

Follow this thread for the convention updates that will be hitting fast and furious.

Guests: Otakon will be announcing guests as they are confirmed.

Hotels: If you haven’t already gotten your hotel reservation, you better jump on it at the official Otakon hotel portal! otakon.com/info/hotels/

Artists and Dealers: Artists and Dealers registered for Otakon 2020 who rolled over for 2021, please check your email for more information.

Panels and Workshops: Yes, there will be panels and workshops! If you submitted a panel or workshops for Otakon 2020, watch your email! If you want to submit a panel or workshop for Otakon 2021, watch for upcoming announcements on social media!

Cosplay, Photoshoots, and Masquerade: A huge part of Otakon is Cosplay! We will be sharing details on official photoshoots, schedules, and the Masquerade in the coming weeks.

Safety precautions: Otakon is dedicated to the safety of its members and will be following any CDC and local guidelines that may still be in effect at the time of the convention.

Attend: Purchase a membership to Otakon 2021 at otakon.com/register/

We will be issuing additional guidance in mid-June in cooperation with our venue and the city.

We understand there are lots of questions. We're expecting DC to issue additional guidance around the middle of June. We expect to be able to announce our finalized policies based on those recommendations.