The Riverside Convention Center became anime central Saturday, May 31.
Anime Riverside 2025, an anime and cosplay convention, was in town, offering all things anime to fans.
Stephanie Kenner, dressed as Marionette, is seen Saturday, May 31, 2025, in front of an inflatable titan from “Attack on Titan” at Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Chris Valderrama, dressed as Dark Gawr Gura, watches karaoke during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center on Saturday, May 31, 2025. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Zoe Chagolla, dressed as Twisted Dandy, is seen during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center on Saturday, May 31, 2025. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Anime enthusiasts enjoy karaoke Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Allurabella Chandler, dressed as Himiko Toga , sings karaoke Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Elia Garcia, dressed as La Muerte, is seen Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Vianny Ortiz, dressed as Stolas, walks by vendors Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Vianny Ortiz, dressed as Stolas, is seen Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Siena Bella performs Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Ken Doherty, dressed as George from “Halo,” is seen Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
Skylar DeValk, dressed as Gwen Stacy, and Eric Brooks, as Spider-Punk, pose for a photo Saturday, May 31, 2025, during Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
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Stephanie Kenner, dressed as Marionette, is seen Saturday, May 31, 2025, in front of an inflatable titan from “Attack on Titan” at Anime Riverside 2025 at the Riverside Convention Center. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)
The downtown event celebrated anime with cosplay, games and collectibles. It continues Sunday, June 1.
More than 250 vendors and artists were there with anime merchandise and art. Guests could also catch panel discussions featuring anime voice actors and watch live entertainment. Fans also enjoyed photo stations, giveaways and took part in karaoke.
