Kawaii Kon currently has AMV and anime screenings; industry, fan, and guest panels; Hall Cosplay contests, Masquerade/Cosplay Competitions, Art Shows, Artist Alley Contests, Concerts, Dances, and Karaoke, along with Video and Role Playing games, autographs, and a Dealer's Room.

[3] Kawaii Kon was founded by Gamers Evolution Expo, LLC., a company started by Stan Dahlin, Marlon Stodghill and Scott Richardson.

[6] Local support for the convention by fans in the event's first year resulted in a surprising attendance level that surpassed the staff's expectations.

[7][8][9][10] Comic Con Honolulu and Kawaii Kon were going to combine for the August 2020 event, until it was cancelled.

[11] Kawaii Kon 2021 was moved from April to November due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and was also later cancelled.