[3] The convention typically offers anime viewing rooms, artist alley, autograph sessions, concerts, dances/rave, dealer's room, gaming (arcade, role play, table top, trading card, video) formal ball, karaoke, masquerade, panels, and Q&As.

[12] The convention experienced problems with its registration system in 2008 resulting in extremely long lines.

[13][14] Two cosplay weddings were held at the convention in 2012, along with the Hyatt needing to be evacuated due to a fire alarm.

[20] Due to poor feedback from attendees, the policy was later modified requiring masks in several areas.

Programming included anime showings, artist appearances, contests, cosplay, and panel events.