Tekko 2026 is Returning to its Roots!
Tekko is Pittsburgh’s premier celebration of anime, gaming, cosplay, J-fashion, and Japanese pop culture—hosted by the nonprofit PittJCS. This year, we're returning to the roots with a Pittsburgh-themed adventure!
What is the attendance of Tekko?
Tekko has been experiencing attendance growth in the last few years. In 2019, we had over 12,000 attendees, and we are excited to watch it continue to grow.
Is there an age requirement to attend Tekko?
Tekko is a family-friendly event. Most events are open to all ages, although we do have late night content for 18+ that is clearly designated. Attendees must show an ID to attend any 18+ content.
What do I need to pick up my badge?
Please bring a copy of your printed confirmation email in order to pick up your pre-registered badge. We also suggest a form of identification in order to speed up the registration process.
Do kids have to pay full price?
No, children age 6 and under are free . Children ages 7-12 are $25 for the weekend. However, they must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Can I leave my kids at Tekko for the weekend?
All children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
How can I report harassment that occurs at Tekko?
Tekko and PittJCS take harassment allegations very seriously. Only the person who experienced the harassment can report it. If you are harassed, tell a security staff member immediately. If you are not comfortable talking to security directly, you may also contact our designated Harassment Response Officer at 866-767-9708 ext. 1 . or via hro@pittjcs.org .
More information about our harassment policy can be found here .
I’m from out of town. Where can I stay during Tekko?
Tekko and PittJCS have room blocks at several downtown hotels. Please scroll down for more information about nightly rates and locations.
Is there a shuttle bus to the hotel?
Yes, there is a shuttle bus to the DoubleTree hotel that runs every half-hour.
I’m driving in for Tekko. Where can I park?
While the David L. Lawrence Convention Center has on-site parking, we recommend checking the City of Pittsburgh’s Parking Authority page for the best available parking rates near the convention center.
Tekko is presented by a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the Pittsburgh Japanese Culture Society (PittJCS) . We've been bringing fans together for more than 15 years at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
