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Step into a world where dreams take centre stage. ~The Moment We Shine~ is a celebration of the vibrant and ever‑growing J‑pop idol community in Montreal and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned performance group or a rising team ready to shine for the first time, this showcase invites you to share your passion, your energy, and your love for idol culture with an enthusiastic audience at Otakuthon 2026.

Konomi Suzuki, one of anisong’s most popular artists, is coming to Otakuthon for a jaw-dropping live concert!

You think you never heard of Konomi Suzuki? Well think again, you witnessed her enchanting voice in many beloved anime including Re: ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, No Game No Life, Spy Classroom, FAIRY TAIL and Watamote. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will be sure to hear a melody they will recognize.

For sixty minutes, Konomi Suzuki will have your chest pumping and singing along as she takes you on a journey through her vast catalogue from the last decade! The rendezvous is on Saturday at 13:00.

For an unforgettable afternoon filled with music from your favourite anime, get your ticket while you still can!

beatMARIO and Maron are hosting a FREE concert at Otakuthon!

Who is beatMARIO?
beatMARIO is a legendary Japanese composer and performer known for iconic Touhou tracks like Night of Knights, Help me, ERINNNNNN!!, and SAISHU-KICHIKU IMOTO Flandre-S, and various music for VTubers! 

He’s also the leader of the doujin music circle COOL&CREATE, which has produced countless fan-favorite arrangements over the years. 

In 2020, he even debuted as a VTuber—with a model inspired by his real-life wife! 

And Maron?
Maron is also a Japanese composer and performer affiliated with IOSYS, making music for Touhou tracks like Internet Survivor and the 2024 remake of Help me, ERINNNNNN!!, and VTuber music such as Loli God Requiem (Shigure Ui), Saikyou Megami Usa Pekora (Usada Pekora), and Gyudon Carnival (Shirogane Noel).

What to expect?
A high-energy live experience celebrating 2000s NicoNico doujin culture—perfect for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

If you’re into Touhou, doujin music, or high-energy performances, this concert is something you absolutely don’t want to miss. 

FREE entry — limited spots!
Don’t miss it! See you there!

For the first time, Otaku★STAGE! appears at a live venue with another all-star line up of performers! Join us as we celebrate anime and the impact it has on VTubing in this full-scale 3D performance, featuring a number of incredible voices from across Vtubing alongside entertaining MC segments hosted by Inanna Bell and Lily Pichu. From the latest hits to beloved classics, we are taking you on a trip through the anime we loved.

Performers:

• Inanna Bell

• Lily Pichu

• Ironmouse

• Michi Mochievee

• Emiliya Fell

• Rin Penrose

• Phoebe Chan

• Elia Stellaria

An orchestral performance in honour of Kaoru Wada, a true veteran of music composition in Japan. Active since the 90s, he knows everything there is to know about scores for various mediums.

For this special concert, you will hear music composed by Kaoru Wada from Inuyasha, D.Gray-man, Yashahime, and Ranma 1/2. Played live on stage by an orchestra, this is your chance to hear songs from many of the anime that fuelled the passion of fans over the last three decades.

Come join Kaoru Wada on his very first Canadian appearance to get transported back in time on Friday at 21:30.

Get your ticket to this unforgettable concert while you still can!

Haruna Luna made her debut in May 2012 with Sora wa Takaku Kaze wa Utau, written and composed by Yuki Kajiura and featured as the ending theme for the second season of the TV anime Fate/Zero.

 

Since then, she has performed theme songs for numerous anime titles, including the Sword Art Online series, the Monogatari series, and Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend. Her singing voice, full of emotion and gentle expressiveness, has captivated audiences around the world.

 

In addition to her live performances in Japan and overseas, Haruna Luna also produces the wedding dress brand LUNAMARIA and the ita-bag brand OSHI TO DATE, expressing her unique creative vision through fashion, design, and music.

 

In 2027, she will celebrate the 15th anniversary of her debut.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and emotion as Centimillimental takes the stage at Otakuthon 2026! For their very FIRST concert in Canada! 

One of the most acclaimed artists in anime music today, Centimillimental has captured the hearts of fans around the world through his breathtaking compositions, powerful vocals, and deeply emotional performances. Best known as the musical architect behind the hit anime Given, his songs have become anthems for anime fans worldwide, helping define some of the series' most unforgettable moments.

From the explosive energy of "Kizuato" and "Bokura Dake no Shudaika" to the heartfelt melodies of "Yuigon" and "Fuyu no Hanashi," Centimillimental's music transcends language, connecting audiences through stories of friendship, love, growth, and passion. His work has become synonymous with the emotional impact that anime can deliver, earning him a dedicated international following and millions of streams across the globe.

Don't miss your chance to witness one of anime music's most compelling performers live on stage at Otakuthon 2026.

Step onto the stellar stage, soaring from new horizons! These VSingers will carry you to a distant galaxy with songs awestruck with wonder! We present Otakuthon’s very own VTuber Free Concert: Stellar Stage Horizons! 

Make sure you don’t miss it!