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You're checking out a local favorite for anime, manga, and gaming in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. The Asheville Anime Regional Convention (AARC) began in 2013 as a regional gathering celebrating pop culture with cosplay, guest panels, artist alleys, and community gaming. Since its first event on July 26, 2014 at the Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, the convention has drawn attendees from across Western North Carolina and beyond, growing from roughly 700 attendees in its early years to near 2,000 in 2017. While 2020 and 2021 faced cancellations due to the pandemic, the convention remains a meaningful part of Asheville's nerd culture history. We’ve got you covered for reliable information and careful, non-pushy ticket options as the community evolves.

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About Asheville: nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is known for its arts scene, local breweries, and a welcoming community. For context, AARC has held events at notable venues including the Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, US Cellular Center (now Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville), and Expo venues in the area. If you’re planning a trip around an event, consider nearby lodging and dining options that mesh with a convention-day schedule. For updates, check the convention’s official pages and social channels, and reach out if you’d like help navigating tickets or schedules.

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Note: Social presence has historically varied by year; we include official channels where available to help you stay informed about future dates and events.

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Quick Facts About Asheville Anime Regional Convention

  • Founded in 2013 as a regional fan convention focused on anime, manga and games in Asheville, NC. (Source: Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville legacy page; Asheville Arc reference) ([harrahscherokeecenterasheville.com](https://www.harrahscherokeecenterasheville.com/legacy-event/asheville-anime-regional-convention/))
  • First convention held July 26, 2014 at the Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville; 2014 attendee estimate ~700. (Source: Asheville.com article; VideoGameCons 2014 listing) ([asheville.com](https://www.asheville.com/news/2014/07/asheville-anime-regional-convention-july-26th/))
  • Attendee counts grew in later years (e.g., ~965 paid attendees in 2015; nearly 2,000 attendees in 2017). (Source: 2015 VideoGameCons page; 2017 BPR News article) ([videogamecons.com](https://videogamecons.com/event/5484/asheville-anime-regional-convention-2015?utm_source=openai))
  • 2018 edition was a two‑day event at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville with cosplay discounts and prices ranging 1‑day $15–$20 and 2‑day $30–$35. (Source: Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville legacy page) ([harrahscherokeecenterasheville.com](https://www.harrahscherokeecenterasheville.com/legacy-event/asheville-anime-regional-convention/))
  • 2019 edition held June 29–30 at the U.S. Cellular Center Asheville; early/advance and at‑door ticket ranges were listed (e.g., advance ~$41.43; at door ~$33 for both days). (Source: VideoGameCons 2019 page) ([videogamecons.com](https://videogamecons.com/event/13197/asheville-anime-regional-convention-2019))
  • COVID impact and cancellations: 2020 and 2021 editions were canceled; no confirmed 2025 dates announced. (Source: Fan Guru listing for 2020/2021 cancellations; Reddit discussion about 2023 status) ([fan.guru](https://www.fan.guru/cm/OnePiece/events?utm_source=openai))

About Asheville: nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is known for its arts scene, local breweries, and a welcoming community. For context, AARC has held events at notable venues including the Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, US Cellular Center (now Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville), and Expo venues in the area. If you’re planning a trip around an event, consider nearby lodging and dining options that mesh with a convention-day schedule. For updates, check the convention’s official pages and social channels, and reach out if you’d like help navigating tickets or schedules.

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Note: Social presence has historically varied by year; we include official channels where available to help you stay informed about future dates and events.

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