Otaku Link 16! Derby Anime Event!

Derby - Get ready for a full-day fan event as Otaku Link 16 brings together anime, gaming, cosplay and pop-culture lovers on Sunday 10th May at The Old Bell Hotel in Derby. The main day event runs from 11:30 am to 6:30 pm, followed by an exclusive after-party. 

Ticket options: (booking fees apply online)

Day Event + After Party: £8

After Party only: £5

On the Door: £9

Date: Sunday 10th May

Time: Day event: 11:30am - 6:30pm / After Party: 8:00pm - 11:30pm

Venue: The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Saddler Gate, Derby DE1 3NQ

• Chloe eves - Special Guest Voice Actor (Honkai: Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, Dead by Daylight and many more!)
• DJ Manimal - blending anime, J-pop and trance into a dynamic set!
• JF-X - Anime rapper delivering high energy performances!
• Fairie - Kawaii Idol Performer celebrating Japanese pop culture!
• Hawk Drumming - Live drumming performance to iconic anime songs!
• Cobra - Special guest singer!
  

Attendees will find a wide range of activities throughout the day, including:

• Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons + Character Creations — Two sessions: 12:00-14:30 and 15:00-17:30 using level-5 characters for beginners or experienced players, 2024 rules apply. Also, create your very own D&D character with the guidance of a dungeon master.
  
• Anime Quizzes — Three different quizzes live via mobile, winners get £10 store credit.
  
• Cosplay Parade — Hosted by Farire and Chloe eves, with top prizes: £30 store voucher; 2nd £20 voucher; 3rd £10 voucher.
  
• Talent Spot — Platform for aspiring performers (singing, dancing, cosplay) to showcase and possibly secure future Otaku Link performer-spots.
  
• Otaku Link Maid Café — Open from 12:00pm-5:00pm offering two service styles: Genki (cheerful, interactive) and Shizuka (calmer, relaxed). Allergen-aware.
  
• Anime Auction — A themed auction of items (to be announced) for fans and collectors.
  
• Manga Drawing Competition - If you love drawing and want to challenge yourself in a fun, friendly environment, this competition is the perfect opportunity.
  
• Raffle — Final draw at end of day event; prize winners must be present to claim.
  
• Stall Holders & Store — Independent stall-holders plus the Otaku World store offering figures, manga, art, merchandise and exclusive finds.

When the main event winds down at 6:30pm, keep the energy going at the After Party starting 8:00pm through to 11:30pm. Ticketed separately (or included with the Day + After party ticket) to keep the community dancing late into the evening.

Otaku Link 16 is more than a convention; it is a vibrant celebration of fandom, creativity and community. Whether you’re a cosplayer, anime-quiz whiz, budding D&D adventurer or simply looking for a fun day out surrounded by like-minded fans, this event offers something for everyone. With performances, interactivity, creativity and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to connect with fellow enthusiasts and make lasting memories.

Otaku World, based in Derby, is dedicated to bringing together fans of Japanese culture. Including anime, manga, gaming and cosplay. Through its retail store and live events, our aim is to build community, inspire creativity and give fans a place to belong.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate, Derby, United Kingdom

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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