Los Angeles’ AniMarketplace and Seattle’s Northwest IdolFest will join forces for an amazing idol event in Southern California.

Announced yesterday, SoCal IdolFest will bring some of the brightest idol acts to Southern California. The event will take place on August 19, 2023 at Torrance Cultural Arts Center in Torrance, Los Angeles. More information will be released soon.

Northwest IdolFest recently had its 2022 installment this past weekend at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. Acts that appeared at the convention included Vancouver idol group Non Sweet, PNW-based maid cafe Starshine Maid Cafe, and Japanese media personality Kaho Shibuya.

A statement about Northwest IdolFest reads:

Northwest IdolFest is a passion project founded by experienced event organizers. Our goal is to create an event space where idol fans of all types can gather and share in the unique joy that idols bring to our lives. Whether you’re a long-time wota or just getting into the scene, NWIF has a place for you!

Though our beginnings may be humble, our love for idols knows no bounds. With your help and under the guidance of our dedicated team, we hope to grow into an event that can bring you live guests from overseas. We aim to become the premiere US convention for the idol community!

A rundown of what AniMarketplace is all about reads:

AniMarketplace is a fan run, nonprofit organization established in 2019. We are dedicated to organizing, running and creating events focused on swap meets and artist alleys to bring fans and creators together. We are based in the Little Tokyo District in Los Angeles, California.

Follow SoCal IdolFest on Twitter for all updates.