Program          

MAIN STAGE

 

Get ready for a day full of fandom and fun!

 

KIMBERLY HOPE – VIOLINIST

LIVE PERFORMANCE: MUSIC from MOVIES, TV, VIDEO GAMES and ANIME

 

Experience your favorite soundtracks like never before! 

Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award–nominated violinist Kimberly Hope has become one of the convention’s most popular and anticipated performers. Her electrifying live performances have been a staple of Kauaʻi Comic Con, delighting audiences year after year. It’s pure geek magic, packed with energy and fun!

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

 

 

K-POP DEMON HUNTERS: SING-ALONG KARAOKE

 

Back by popular demand! Join this high-energy K-Pop Karaoke Sing-Along in the theater and belt out your favorite songs from the hit animated film. With lyrics on the big screen, an enthusiastic crowd singing along, and free foam glow sticks for participants (while supplies last), it's a fun concert-like experience you won't want to miss!

Time: 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

 

 

ROOSTER FIGHTER SCREENING

VIZ Media Presents

 

Anime fans won't want to miss this special screening of Rooster Fighter, the action-comedy series based on the hit manga, following the fearless rooster Keiji as he battles monstrous threats to protect humanity. This screening is made possible thanks to the generous support of VIZ Media.

 

Japanese with English Subtitles

Rooster Fighter includes fantasy violence, scary creature scenes, adult humor, and brief comedic chicken mating behavior.

 

Children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Parental supervision is strongly recommended.

 

Time: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

 

 

KIMBERLY HOPE – VIOLINIST

LIVE PERFORMANCE: MUSIC from MOVIES, TV, VIDEO GAMES and ANIME

 

Experience your favorite soundtracks like never before! 

Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award–nominated violinist Kimberly Hope has become one of the convention’s most popular and anticipated performers. Her electrifying live performances have been a staple of Kauaʻi Comic Con, delighting audiences year after year. It’s pure geek magic, packed with energy and fun!

Time: 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM

 

 

ALDRINE GUERRERO - UKULELE

LIVE PERFORMANCE: MUSIC from MOVIES, TV, VIDEO GAMES and ANIME

 

Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey with award-winning ukulele artist Aldrine Guerrero! Known for his ukulele performances in Adam Sandler's Hotel Transylvania and the iconic The Simpsons × Bob's Burgers crossover couch gag, he brings beloved themes and fan-favorite songs from movies, TV shows, video games, and anime to life with his signature ukulele style. Don't miss this fun-filled musical celebration of pop culture!

Time: 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

 

 

COSPLAY CONTEST

Presented by Night Darling

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Suit up! From anime and video games to movies, TV shows, and every corner of pop culture, experience an amazing showcase of incredible costumes as heroes, villains, and fan-favorite characters take the Main Stage. Cheer on your favorites as cosplayers compete for prizes and comic con glory!

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• 2:00 PM – Pre Judge 

• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Live contest ​

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PASTIME PARADISE PODCAST

Interview with MING CHEN

 

Pastime Paradise Podcast is a weekly show hosted by Aldrine Guerrero, Kahai Fergen, Aaron Nakamura, where three friends from Hawaii explore the hobbies, passions, and pop culture that bring people together. From comics, anime, movies, music, collectibles, coffee, and local culture to nostalgic memories and special guests, every episode is a fun, relaxed conversation celebrating the things we love.

Join the hosts live at Kauai Comic Con as they interview fan-favorite personality Ming Chen, known for his work on Comic Book Men and the A Shared Universe podcast network, for a special episode filled with behind-the-scenes stories, geek culture, and plenty of laughs.

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM