ANIME DAYS - Fan Art Hero
Date15-17 August
Time10:00 - 22:00
LocationShopping MallDova
TicketFree entry

Event Schedule

Partners:Shopping MallDovaMillomania
  • 10:00 – 22:00
    15 16 17 Aug

    PHOTO ZONE

    (AOT) | KNY | MANGA | SPIRITING AWAY)

    EXHIBITIONS

    (ANIME FIGURINES & CRAFT)

    QUEST & PRIZES

    GUARANTED WIN: KEYCHAINS, POSTERS, STICKERPACK ABD EXCLUSIVE PRIZES FROM PARTNERS

  • 13:00 – 14:30
    15 Aug

    MASTERCLASS

    (COSPLAY FOR BEGINERS)

  • 13:00 – 14:30
    16 Aug

    COSPLAY

    (CONTEST SHOW)

  • 13:00 – 14:30
    17 Aug

    K-POP

    (COVER DANCE CONTEST SHOW)

  • 18:00
    17 Aug

    WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT

    Winners of the cosplay and K-pop contests will be announced.

4 Unique Anime Photo Zones

Four original photo zones, each styled after a popular anime:
Each zone features 3D decorations, life-size figures, or mirrored environments for fully immersive experiences.

Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan
Demon Slayer
Demon Slayer
Spirited Away
Spirited Away
Manga Zone
Manga Zone

ANIME DAYS at Shopping MallDova3 days of anime, manga, cosplay, and K-pop.

On August 15, 16, and 17, Shopping MallDova will transform into a true anime universe. We invite all fans of anime, manga, cosplay, K-pop, and modern Japanese culture to ANIME DAYS. Free entry.

ANIME DAYS is a three-day themed event designed for all fans of anime, manga, cosplay, K-pop, and modern Japanese pop culture. Organized by GoCon in collaboration with Shopping MallDova and general partner Millomania, the festival features a vibrant cultural program, interactive zones, themed photo areas, creative workshops, and exciting contests.

This event aims not only to entertain, but also to unite the community, inspire young creators, attract new fans to the culture, and support local cosplayers and dancers.

What to Expect:

For three full days — from 10:00 to 22:00 — you can immerse yourself in the world of your favorite anime, join creative activities, and take part in a large-scale prize quest.

Create your own badge

Color or draw your own design, and turn it instantly into a custom badge to take home.

Papercraft figure making

Assemble your own paper figure using templates of various anime characters — and keep it as a souvenir.

Anime-style drawing

Draw your favorite character or use a template, then display your artwork in the drawing exhibition area.

Masterclass

  • Masterclass
  • Cosplay for Beginners
  • Professional cosplay
  • Wigmaker
  • International judge
  • Photographer
  • 15 August 13:00 – 14:00
Sai WestwoodSpeakerSai Westwood

“ANIME DAYS” Cosplay Contest Regulations
Event Dates: August 15, 16, 17, 2025
Location: Shopping MallDova, Chișinău
Application Deadline: until August 10, 2025 (inclusive)
Selection Results: August 13, 2025 (via email and on the website)

Show off your look to all of Moldova and become part of the cosplay show at ANIME DAYS!

Participation Terms:
1. To participate, you must fill out the registration form on the website by 10.08.2025.
2. The participant will receive an email notification about the application status (accepted / rejected) after 13.08.25.
3. The organizers reserve the right to contact you for clarification or reject the application without explanation.
4. If selected:
• Participants will have access to a dressing room;
Children under 16 are only allowed with written permission from a parent or guardian.

Nominations and Prizes — ANIME DAYS 2025 Cosplay Contest

Nomination

Prize

Description

Cosplay Contest

GRAND PRIZE

10,000 MDL

Main prize for best overall look, costume, craftsmanship, and makeup.

Cosplay Contest

2 PLACE

6,000 MDL

Prize for best overall look, costume, craftsmanship, and makeup.

Cosplay Contest

3 PLACE

4,000 MDL

Prize for best overall look, costume, craftsmanship, and makeup.

Judging:
• Winners in the main categories will be determined by online voting on the website gocon.md

Stage and Safety Rules:
• Performances must not pose any threat to participants or the audience.
• The use of pyrotechnics, soap bubbles, loose materials; cold weapons (including decorative ones), metal chains; or throwing objects is prohibited.
• Erotic or vulgar content; scenes with violence, suicide references, or political statements are not allowed.
• Maximum performance duration: 1 minute per act.

Regulations for the “ANIME DAYS” 2025 K-POP Cover Dance Contest
Event Dates: August 15, 16, 17, 2025
Location: Shopping MallDova, Chișinău
Application Deadline: until August 10, 2025 (inclusive)
Selection Results: August 13, 2025 (via email and on the website)

Participation Terms:
1. To participate, you must fill out the registration form on the website by 10.08.2025.
2. The participant will receive an email notification about the application status (accepted / rejected) after 13.08.25.
3. The organizers reserve the right to contact participants for clarification and to reject an application without explanation.
4. If selected:
• Participants will have access to the dressing room;
Children under 16 are only allowed with written permission from a parent or guardian.

Nominations and Prizes — GoCon 2025 K-POP Cover Dance Contest

Nomination

Prize

Description

K-POP Cover Dance

GRAND PRIZE

5000 MDL

Main prize for the best group cover performance

K-POP Cover Dance

2nd PLACE

3000 MDL

Prize for the best group cover performance

K-POP Cover Dance

3rd PLACE

2000 MDL

Prize for the best group cover performance

Judging:
• Winners in the main categories will be determined by online voting on the website gocon.md

Stage and Safety Rules:
• Performances must not pose a threat to participants or the audience.
• The following are prohibited: pyrotechnics, soap bubbles, loose materials; cold weapons (including decorative), metal chains; throwing objects.
• Erotic or vulgar content, scenes with violence, calls for suicide, or political statements are not allowed.