What is
Holiday Matsuri?
Holiday Matsuri is the festively themed Anime, Gaming, and Cosplay convention with holiday cheer in Orlando, Florida!
Every December thousands of attendees come together during the holidays to celebrate their favorite fandoms, all with a holiday twist.
Check out our seasonal spin on convention favorites including cosplay contests, interactive workshops & panels, holiday shopping, gaming tournaments, dances and much more!
HolMat is the perfect place to connect with members of the community, share your passion with fellow fans, and spread the joy of the winter season.
Adorn your festive cosplay, grab your nice list, and join us at Holiday Matsuri, where every moment is a present just waiting to be unwrapped!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Hotels & Venue
Marriott World Center
Venue Location:
8701 World Center Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
Holiday Matsuri takes place at the Marriott World Center Orlando.
Attendees can choose to stay at the Marriott, Caribe Royal and Holiday Inn Resort Suites & Water Park.
Please look forward to the room block opening up later this year!
3 Nights of Festive Fun!
Programming & Events
Get ready for the most epic Holiday Matsuri ever! This year, we’re taking the festivities to a whole new level with not just two, but THREE nights of non-stop fun! That’s right, the holiday magic will last until 2:00am each night, giving you extra time to immerse yourself in the enchantment. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with endless joy, amazing performances, and unforgettable memories. Start planning your holiday adventure now because #HolidayMatsuri is going all out this year!
What is
Holiday Matsuri?
Holiday Matsuri is the festively themed Anime, Gaming, and Cosplay convention with holiday cheer in Orlando, Florida!
Every December thousands of attendees come together during the holidays to celebrate their favorite fandoms, all with a holiday twist.
Check out our seasonal spin on convention favorites including cosplay contests, interactive workshops & panels, holiday shopping, gaming tournaments, dances and much more!
HolMat is the perfect place to connect with members of the community, share your passion with fellow fans, and spread the joy of the winter season.
Adorn your festive cosplay, grab your nice list, and join us at Holiday Matsuri, where every moment is a present just waiting to be unwrapped!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Hotels & Venue
Marriott World Center
Venue Location:
8701 World Center Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
Holiday Matsuri takes place at the Marriott World Center Orlando.
Attendees can choose to stay at the Marriott, Caribe Royal and Holiday Inn Resort Suites & Water Park.
Please look forward to the room block opening up later this year!
3 Nights of Festive Fun!
Programming & Events
Get ready for the most epic Holiday Matsuri ever! This year, we’re taking the festivities to a whole new level with not just two, but THREE nights of non-stop fun! That’s right, the holiday magic will last until 2:00am each night, giving you extra time to immerse yourself in the enchantment. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with endless joy, amazing performances, and unforgettable memories. Start planning your holiday adventure now because #HolidayMatsuri is going all out this year!
What to do at HolMat?
Holiday Cosplay
Jingle all the way to the ultimate festive fusion of anime and cosplay at Holiday Matsuri 2023! Show off your winter wonderland-themed costumes or favorite anime characters, and spread some holiday cheer with fellow cosplayers!
Special Guests
Meet the stars and voice actors behind your favorite anime, video games, cartoons and TV shows. Meet, ask questions, and snap selfies with international and local cosplay guests, content creators and Influencers, vtubers, and many more industry icons.
Gaming & Tournaments
Get ready for the ultimate gaming experience at HolMat’s 40,000 square foot game room featuring arcades, console gaming, retro gaming, international machines, free play, and epic gaming tournaments including over $20,000 in prizes!
Vendor Room & Artist Alley
Bring your holiday shopping list and find a treasure trove of unique, fandom-inspired gifts and merchandise in the vibrant Vendor Room and Artist Alley! Support talented creators and find the perfect holiday gift for yourself or the otaku in your life.
Events & Panels
Light up your holiday experience with our diverse lineup of events and panels! From engaging discussions to hands-on workshops, community run panels, guest speakers, and join fellow fans in celebrating your passion for all things anime, cosplay, and gaming.
Dances & Raves
Dance the night away at our electrifying Holiday Matsuri dances and parties! Decked out in your cosplay best, lose yourself in the festive beats and spirited atmosphere, creating unforgettable memories with friends old and new.
