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Get ready to return to sunny Galveston, TX for Oni-Con XX (2023)!
Do you love anime, manga and video games? Are you a fan of Japanese culture?
Expand your horizons with our programming! Conquer your rivals in our Battlegrounds or Table Top Gaming! Empty your wallet in the Dealer’s Room or Artist Alley! Come to the beach and join in all the fun!
Pre-Registration
Weekend Pre-Reg
Available through April 30th
Weekend Pre-Reg
Available through October 31st
Weekend Pre-Reg
Available through June 30th
Weekend Pre-Reg
Available through August 31st
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Registration Hours
Thursday Nov 10th
7pm – 11pm
(May pickup Weekend Pass, Child Weekend Pass, and Friday 1-Day Pass on Thursday. Saturday and Sunday 1-Day Passes must be picked up on each respective day. No Passes may be purchased On-Site on Thursday.)
Friday Nov 11th
9:30am – 9pm
Saturday Nov 12th
9:30am – 9pm
Sunday Nov 13th
10am – 3pm
Children 12 And Under
Service Fee
Group Discount
School Club Discount
- paperwork from your school indicating your official status as a sanctioned school club/group, and
- a letter (on official school letterhead) from your school administrator approving your school club/group’s attendance of Oni-Con XX (2023).
These documents may be provided in PDF format via email in order to receive the school club/group discount code but must also be provided as signed (where necessary) paper copies when picking up your school club/group’s Pre-Registration Passes at the convention. Failure to provide this paperwork when picking up Pre-Registration Passes may void your school club/group’s discount and require the payment of the difference ($5 per Pre-Registration Pass; you would still receive the Group Discount for 10+ Pre-Registrations) before Passes may be picked up.
Refund/Pass Transfer Policy
You may, however, transfer your Pass to a new Pass owner (although you would be responsible for receiving any money from the new Pass owner in the process of doing a Pass transfer).
If you would like to transfer your Pass to a new Pass owner, please forward your barcoded Confirmation email to registration@reg-it.org, before October 10th, 2022, along with the following information about the new Pass owner at the top of the email body:
First Name:
Last Name:
Badge Name:
Date of Birth:
Phone Number:
Email:
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Hotels
Hilton Galveston Island Resort

Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: (409) 744-5000
The Hilton is the closest hotel to the Galveston Island Convention Center as well as host to part of Oni-Con’s programming on the first floor. These panel rooms can be accessed from the lobby. If you’re looking to be closest to the Oni-Con action, then the Hilton is the perfect place to stay for the weekend.
Situated on historic Seawall Boulevard, Hilton Galveston Island Resort is just steps from the beach and is within walking distance of fishing piers, shopping and a plethora of restaurants, 10 of which are located on the 32-acre resort. Relax in a cozy guest room and marvel at breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico from your private balcony or upgrade to a suite with separate living space, enough room for the entire family.
Plunge into this Galveston resort’s tropically heated outdoor swimming pool and savor cool cocktails and light dishes from the seasonal swim-up bar. For added exclusivity, reserve a poolside cabana, complete with ceiling fan, fresh fruit, expedited food and beverage service and seating for four. Stay active in the fitness center or take a walk on the beach, just steps from the resort. Indulge in innovative food at the on-site restaurant Palm Court or enjoy fresh Gulf seafood at Landry’s Seafood, located adjacent to the resort. Treat the family to an adventure at Rainforest Cafe and watch a volcano eruption or enjoy a pancake breakfast at the 24-hour IHOP.
Located just steps away from The Galveston Island Convention Center at The San Luis Resort, this AAA Four Diamond award-winning Galveston resort offers 13 meeting spaces for your next corporate meeting or company retreat. Celebrate your wedding on the tropical garden terrace or private Crystal Ballroom. For business or pleasure, Hilton Galveston Island Resort makes the perfect retreat.
Book with Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Hilton Galveston Island Resort Booking Link
You can also call the hotel at 409-744-5000 and let them know that you are going to Oni-Con 2023 (Nov 10-12th).
The San Luis Resort

Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: (409) 744-1500
The San Luis is the height of luxury! If you’re looking to treat yourself, look no further than this beautiful resort hotel! Beautiful pools, fantastic rooms with ocean views. The San Luis is the place to really kick back and relax during the convention.
Discover unparalleled luxury at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year-round beach front hotel and spa resort property on beautiful Galveston Island, Texas. Recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award® since 2000, The San Luis Resort offers the perfect Galveston hotel and resort experience with lavish accommodations, breathtaking Gulf views and personalized service.
Dine in their award-winning restaurants, enjoy luxurious resort amenities and then step into the excitement of historic Galveston Island, which boasts a wide array of activities on land and sea with 32 miles of sun-drenched beaches, historic sites and famed shopping.
For their guests in need of some pampering, the world-class Spa San Luis offers a full-service spa, salon and fitness center. Sip a refreshing cocktail in their fabulous H2O ultra lounge or amid tranquil waters at our swim-up pool bar. Savor the freshest seafood and USDA prime cuts of beef at the award-winning Steakhouse or enjoy family-friendly fun at the Rainforest Cafe. After a day of basking in the sun and exploring all that the Island has to offer, relax and unwind in their Gulf-view guest rooms, which exude luxury and comfort.
You’re invited to experience the very best for yourself in style, elegance and comfort at the San Luis Resort on the Texas Gulf Coast. Situated right on Galveston beach, the San Luis Resort isn’t only a hotel and spa resort, but also a perfect venue for when you’re planning a large conference, a series of small meetings or a beautiful, beach front wedding reception. Whether for meetings, weddings, a Galveston vacation with the family or a romantic getaway weekend for two, The San Luis Resort will accommodate your needs efficiently, graciously and completely.
Book with The San Luis Resort
The San Luis Resort Booking Link
You can also call the hotel at 409-744-1500 and let them know that you are going to Oni-Con 2023 (Nov 10-12th).
Convention Center

Physical Address:
5600 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX 77551
Oni-Con will be held this year at the Galveston Island Convention Center. This has been our home since 2011 and we couldn’t be happier to be here. We are honored for the support that Galveston Island gives us and are delighted that attendees can enjoy a fun, exciting weekend retreat at the beach!
If you have that anxious feeling where you know you need to get away, the answer is easy. It’s island time! Leave the stiff and boring behind for the excitement of Galveston Island’s beachfront facilities in one of Texas’ top tourism destinations. Located just 50 minutes from Houston, this tropical island offers more than 5,000 sleeping rooms, 32 miles of beaches, rich history and culture, unique shopping and a variety of world-class attractions to make your meeting far from ordinary.
Offering sweeping views of the Gulf’s sparkling waters, the Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort is the perfect meeting destination. Located on Galveston’s famous Seawall Boulevard, this 140,000 square-foot property combines executive conference facilities with luxurious amenities as well as complimentary wireless Internet, shuttle services and on-site parking.
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