It's ALIIIIIIIIIVE!!!!
Back from it's cold dark slumber, our annual Halloween FrankenVent. An unholy mashup of Artisan Market, Stage Show, Games, Crafting and Spooky Cosplay fun.
Where: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Sakura Way in Toronto, Ontario
When: Friday, October 25. Doors Open at 6pm, you must escape by 11pm.
Admission: $5 at the door, cash preferred. All proceeds go to the SickKids Foundation.
Parking is free at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre but space is very limited. Attendees are suggested to take the TCC.
Friendly Spooks, Spirits and Yokai welcome.
Please remember that Anime North’s Rules and Policies, including those for Weapons and Large Props, are in effect during this event. Face masks are recommended but not required.
Back from it's cold dark slumber, our annual Halloween FrankenVent. An unholy mashup of Artisan Market, Stage Show, Games, Crafting and Spooky Cosplay fun.
Where: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Sakura Way in Toronto, Ontario
When: Friday, October 25. Doors Open at 6pm, you must escape by 11pm.
Admission: $5 at the door, cash preferred. All proceeds go to the SickKids Foundation.
Parking is free at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre but space is very limited. Attendees are suggested to take the TCC.
Friendly Spooks, Spirits and Yokai welcome.
Please remember that Anime North’s Rules and Policies, including those for Weapons and Large Props, are in effect during this event. Face masks are recommended but not required.
Getting There
The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre is located near the intersection of Don Mills Road and Eglinton Avenue East in North York.
JCCC has limited parking onsite and it is shared by visitors, students, tenants, etc. It is expected that parking will become full this Friday evening. We encourage public transit/carpooling/etc to come for the event. There are several paid parking lots in close proximity of the Centre.
JCCC has limited parking onsite and it is shared by visitors, students, tenants, etc. It is expected that parking will become full this Friday evening. We encourage public transit/carpooling/etc to come for the event. There are several paid parking lots in close proximity of the Centre.
TTC Bus Routes
- Take the Line 1: Yonge-University subway to Eglinton Station. Transfer to an eastbound 34C Eglinton East bus and exit at Sakura Way. The JCCC is a few minute walk north on Sakura Way. Travel time is about 20 minutes.
- Take the Line 2: Bloor-Danforth subway to Broadview Station. Transfer to a northbound 100A Flemingdon Park bus and exit at Sakura Way. The JCCC is a few minute walk north on Sakura Way. Travel time is about 30 minutes.
- Take the Line 2: Bloor-Danforth subway to Kennedy Station. Transfer to a westbound 34 or 34A Eglinton East bus bus and exit at Don Mills Road. The JCCC is a 15 minute walk away. Travel time is about 35 minutes.
- Take the Line 4: Sheppard subway to Don Mills Station. Transfer to a southbound 25 Don Mills or 925 Don Mills Express bus and exit at Don Mills Road. The JCCC is a 15 minute walk away. Travel time is about 30 minutes for the express route.
What's Happening
Scary Stage - Shokokai Court
Dollhouse of Dispair - Heritage Lounge
JFashion Panels of Doom: 8PM - 10PM
Momiji's Video Cafe - Hosakai Room
Buy a few snacks, watch some seasonal videos, escape from hungry zombies
Teahouse of Terror - Room 2C upstairs
Join Momo Tea as they present one of three seatings of their Japanese Tea 101 workshop (maximum 30 persons per workshop).
Enter the Dark Arcade
Board games, card games, role playing games and games in between. Whether it is modern classics like Catan or the new hotness, we've got you covered.
Have time to spare? Looking to learn a new game or two? Then drop by our booth and check out our gaming library. Don't know how to play? We are happy to teach!
Website: www.woodforsheep.ca
- 7PM - Moonlight Magic Idol Spooktacular Part 1
- 8PM - The Game Show Machine
Frightening fun and prizes. This year presents Wheel of Misfortune - 9PM - Moonlight Magic Idol Spooktacular Part 2
Dollhouse of Dispair - Heritage Lounge
JFashion Panels of Doom: 8PM - 10PM
- Autumn and Winter Motifs in Kimono
- Winterizing Your JFashion
Momiji's Video Cafe - Hosakai Room
Buy a few snacks, watch some seasonal videos, escape from hungry zombies
Teahouse of Terror - Room 2C upstairs
Join Momo Tea as they present one of three seatings of their Japanese Tea 101 workshop (maximum 30 persons per workshop).
- 1st Seating: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- 2nd Seating: 8:45 PM - 9:45 PM
- 3rd Seating: 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Shop Til You Drop:
So many chances to spend dangerously.- Artists in Kobayashi Hall
- Vendors in Shokokai Court and Heritage Hall, Gaming Vendors in Heritage Court
- Mini-Nominoichi & Fashion Swap upstairs in Room 2A/B.
Gruesome Gaming:
Video Gaming - Room 2D upstairsEnter the Dark Arcade
Spine-tingling Tabletop Gaming - Heritage Court
WoodForSheep is your event source for tabletop gaming!Board games, card games, role playing games and games in between. Whether it is modern classics like Catan or the new hotness, we've got you covered.
Have time to spare? Looking to learn a new game or two? Then drop by our booth and check out our gaming library. Don't know how to play? We are happy to teach!
Website: www.woodforsheep.ca
Thanks to our sponsor Chop Shop Goods for the Halloween T-Shirts.
Available for $20 at our merchandise table, with proceeds going to Sick Kids Foundation.
Available for $20 at our merchandise table, with proceeds going to Sick Kids Foundation.
Spooky Steampunk Photobooth
Presented by the Toronto Steampuck Society
2nd floor across from room 2A
Donations accepted for the Daily Bread Food Bank
2nd floor across from room 2A
Donations accepted for the Daily Bread Food Bank