Castle Point Anime Convention

Castle Point Anime Convention is an anime convention held annually at the Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ. The convention features events such as guest panels, workshops, game shows, an artist alley, dealers room, and video rooms. The 2010 convention was held on April 11, 2010, bringing thousands of attendees to the convention. Guests for 2010 include Michele Knotz, Michael Perreca, Bill Rogers, and Uncle Yo.

History
The convention was first held April 13, 2008, with just under 500 paid attendees.

Programming
Castle Point Anime Convention runs as a one-day convention, with several events throughout the day.
 * Anime Screenings - The convention will be showing anime series in screening rooms.
 * Artist's Alley - Artists have the opportunity to sell or display their artwork.
 * Cosplay Contest - Visitors can compete to see who's costume is the best.
 * Dealer's Room - Outside vendors sell their products, including mostly video game or anime-related goods and Japanese snack food.
 * Guests of Honor - Voice actors and musicians will be appearing and performing, giving autographs and interacting with fans.
 * Video Games - There will be video games and tournaments organized throughout the weekend.