Anime Matsuri 2026
Houston's largest anime convention, known for its concert lineup and diverse programming.
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Convention tips
parking
GRB Convention Center garage charges $10-30/day. The METRORail Red Line has a Convention District station directly across the street ($1.25 per ride). Pre-book on SpotHero to lock in a rate.
food
Avenida Houston (adjacent to the GRB) has 20+ restaurants. Phoenicia Specialty Foods and MKT Bar serve gourmet pizzas. Huynh (Vietnamese, family-run) is beloved by locals. Xochi serves Oaxacan cuisine from a James Beard-nominated chef.
hotels
The Hilton Americas-Houston and Marriott Marquis (with its Texas-shaped lazy river rooftop pool) are both connected to the GRB via skybridge.
weather
Houston in late July averages 93F highs with heat index regularly hitting 104F. Humidity is around 79%. Use the skybridge connections and tunnel system between hotels and the GRB.
layout
The GRB is massive at 1.8M sq ft. Take METRORail Red Line to Convention District station. The Toyota Center and Discovery Green park are adjacent landmarks for orientation.
Weekend cost estimate
Estimated cost for attending Anime Matsuri 2026 in Houston, TX. These are ballpark ranges based on convention size and typical venue-area pricing. Your actual costs will vary based on travel distance, hotel choice, and spending habits.
| Expense | Solo | Split with friend | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Badge Prices go up closer to the event. Buy early. | $40-$70 | $40-$70 | $40-$70 |
Hotel (2 nights) Split rate assumes 2 people per room. | $300–$560 | $150–$280 | $300–$560 |
Food (3 days) Convention center meals run $12–$18 each. | $135 | $135 | $135 |
Artist alley and vendors Set a cash budget before the doors open. | $80–$200 | $80–$200 | $80–$200 |
Parking or transit Split if you carpool. Many venues have paid lots only. | $45 | $0–$45 | $45 |
| Total estimate | $600–$1010 | $405–$685 | $600–$1010 |
Plan your full budget with the convention budget calculator. Travel costs (gas, flights, tolls) are not included above.
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