LVL UP Expo 2026 Brings Anime, Gaming, and Pop Culture to Las Vegas

The three-day convention features voice actors, cosplay, tournaments, and more for fans of all backgrounds.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:10pm

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LVL UP Expo is a three-day gaming, anime, and pop culture convention taking place from April 24-26 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The event will feature appearances by voice actors from popular anime series like Naruto and Kaiju No. 8, as well as panels and events for fans of cosplay, wrestling, animation, tabletop gaming, and more. Attendees can participate in contests, scavenger hunts, and tournaments throughout the weekend.

Why it matters

LVL UP Expo provides a platform for fans of various geeky and pop culture interests to come together and celebrate their passions. The convention's diverse programming caters to a wide range of fandoms, making it an inclusive event that brings the community together.

The details

LVL UP Expo will feature appearances by Japanese and English voice actors from popular anime series. This includes the voice of Naruto, Junko Takeuchi, and her English counterpart, Maile Flanagan, as well as other voice actors from Naruto, Kaiju No. 8, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, and the Netflix series KPop Demon Hunters. Fans will have the opportunity to attend panels, get autographs, and take photos with these voice actors. The convention will also host gaming tournaments, cosplay events, and an anime rave and after-party.

  • LVL UP Expo takes place from April 24-26, 2026.
  • The Naruto voice actor panel is scheduled for Saturday at 3:00 PM.
  • The KPop Demon Hunters voice actor panel is scheduled for Saturday at 1:30 PM.
  • The Critical Role voice actor panel is scheduled for Sunday at 11:45 AM.
  • The Helluva Boss panel is scheduled for Friday at 1:00 PM, and the Hazbin Hotel panel is scheduled for Saturday at 11:45 AM.

The players

Junko Takeuchi

The Japanese voice actor for the character Naruto.

Maile Flanagan

The English voice actor for the character Naruto.

Kazuhiko Inoue

The Japanese voice actor for the character Kakashi Hatake from Naruto.

Chie Nakamura

The Japanese voice actor for the character Sakura Haruno from Naruto.

LVL UP Expo

A three-day gaming, anime, and pop culture convention held in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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What’s next

Fans can check the full schedule of events and panels on the LVL UP Expo app to plan their convention experience. Tickets are still available for the convention and the 'Beyond the Hellaverse: A Hellaverse Cast Variety Show & Concert' event on Friday night.

The takeaway

LVL UP Expo provides a diverse and inclusive platform for fans of various geeky and pop culture interests to come together and celebrate their passions. The convention's wide-ranging programming caters to a variety of fandoms, making it a must-attend event for anime, gaming, and pop culture enthusiasts.