Check here for everything you need to know about KinshokuCon 2026!

View the Programming Booklet (PDF)

Hours of Operation

KinshokuCon 2026

Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Additional Hours of Operation

Registration

Friday: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Con Ops

Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Care Team

Friday: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Hobby Hideaway

Friday: 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Cosplay Repair

Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Merchant Market + Social Gaming

Friday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*STAMP RALLY*

New this year!

KinshokuCon Staff members from each department will be stationed around the convention with unique stamps! Grab a board from Con Ops and view the map to visit each location. Collect all 6 stamps for a small prize, and a chance to win badges to KinshokuCon 2027!

CARE TEAM

Whether you need a quiet space to still your mind or happen to experience any minor aches and pains, our Care Team is here to help attendees recover and get back on the floor to make the most of their convention. The Care Tent is equipped with many over-the-counter products for our attendees convenience such as deodorant wipes, period care, allergy relief, and more!

COMMUNITY TABLES

Visit and chat with some of our friends from other local conventions and organizations! View more information on our Partnerships page!

CON OPS

Location of the KinshokuCon Prop Check, Programming Check-In, Volunteer Meeting Point, and 18+ Verification.

We ask that attendees carrying any prop weapon have Con Ops tag their prop as being inspected with a zip tie. Please refer to the Code of Conduct for information regarding acceptable props.

If you plan on attending any 18+ events, please visit Con Ops with photo ID to get a wristband!

Con Ops is also a treasure trove of resources and information for all things KinshokuCon 2026!

COSPLAY REPAIR

This is your hub for all things Cosplay Contest. Our Cosplay Staff are happy to answer your questions about the competition and will be accepting final in-person submissions to the Cosplay Contest on Friday, November 6th until 8:00 PM.

Our Cosplay Staff are also ready to assist in any cosplay-related emergencies or wardrobe malfunctions to get you back to looking and feeling your best!

SOCIAL GAMING

Enjoy some casual, outdoor games on a heated patio overlooking the Niagara River. Here you’ll find games open for free play all weekend such as cornhole, giant Jenga and Connect 4, Mancala, Yardzee, and more! This space is also a great spot to enjoy some fresh air, lounge, and take photos.

TABLETOP GAMES

We’ll have various board/card games available to play here! There will also be a whiteboard that you’re free to add a doodle to! In the event of bad weather, Social Gaming activities may be moved here.

PARKWAY PRIME STEAKHOUSE & LOUNGE

The Doubletree’s restaurant, which will have a special menu during the weekend!
https://parkwayprimenfny.com/