The Hampton Roads Convention Center welcomes back Virginia's oldest and longest running Japanese Anime convention, NekoCon 16! Over 4,000 otaku (fanboy's and fangirl's) will be there to enjoy everything from cosplay (a combination of the words costume and play) to L.A.R.P. (Live Action Role Playing) in which attendees dress up as their favorite anime characters and become part of the action. You can attend various panels and workshops (including those about Japanese culture), purchase merchandise in the dealer's room and artist alley, and be a part of main attractions like karaoke contests, gaming tournaments, art shows, and nightly dances.