Join SMASH! Sydney Manga and Anime Show for another year of fun and excitement in just 10 days!
Started off as a humble small event back in 2007 at UNSW Roundhouse, with now over 28,000 attendees joining us at our 2022 event, where we had the opportunity to celebrate our 15th anniversary with all our fans. Learn more from our team about why they joined, and what SMASH! means to them and the future of SMASH!.

Watch the full video on our Youtube channel!

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Happy Easter Monday, everyone!

Let’s appreciate the simple things in life today, like spending time with loved ones and watching our favorite anime. What’s your favorite anime moment that reminds you of Easter?

Share it with us on our socials!

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Happy Easter to all our SMASH! fans

You guys work very hard and deserve a break this weekend

Treat yourself with some yummy chocolates and spend time with your family and friends!

Art by @yokizdesign

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What have you planned for your day off this Good Friday?

Will you be going on a mini road trip or catch up on your cosplay or artist market plans for SMASH! 2023?

Art by @vanosaurusss

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Dragging around 6 bags of merch in each hand, running from photoshoot to photoshoot from one side of the con to the other while wearing fifteen layers of cosplay and carrying props that stop you from fitting in the door, or waking up at the crack of dawn to line up in the crowd in the sun, hoping to catch a glimpse of the VIP guests.

That’s why we are OFFICIALLY announcing: SMASH! Deodorant! SMASH! away the smell of con and make sure you’re feeling fresh as ever with our three scents!

SUGOI – Sparkly, flamboyant and flashy! Show off those painful hours of con crunch

KAWAII – Sweet and floral, lemme see your smile!

BAKA – I’ve had 2 hours of sleep in the last 3 days, LOOK AT ME!!

COMING SOON!?!??

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Did you wear anything orange today?

Happy Harmony Day to all

Art by @vanosauruss

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Will luck be on your side today for you to find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?

Art by @jinzo3d

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Today is White Day (ホワイトデー)

It is a time where women receive gifts from men as appreciation from Valentine’s Day

Did you know? White Day was originally called ‘Marshmallow Day’, as marshmallows used to be a popular gift to give on this romantic holiday!

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It is a day in Japan where families celebrate the health and happiness of their female children. The main tradition of Hinamatsuri is the display of beautifully detailed dolls, dressed like the ancient imperial court.

It is believed these dolls will protect the young girls in the family by carrying their illnesses and misfortunes for them. Join in on the celebrating this year!

Art by @silyue

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Sydney has been selected to host the 2023 WorldPride festival.

Festivities kick off from tomorrow to celebrate LGBTIQA+ idenity and communities!

How will you be celebrating?

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