The convention typically offers an arcade, artist alley, cosplay contest, fashion show, gaming tournaments, karaoke, kids cosplay competition, live music, Maid Cafe, and vendors.
[1][2][3][4][5] Anime Pasadena's 2020 event in April was postponed to November, and later cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
[6][7][8][9] Anime Pasadena's 2021 event was the first time the convention was two days.
[2] The events's 2021 COVID-19 policies required masks and vaccination or tests.
Anime Pasadena used the whole convention center for the first time in 2023.