From Kpop to Idol Groups – let’s jam!
Excited to get your groove on at METROCON? Look no further! We’re bringing you content in Main Events focused on the music, dance, and culture that has been a key influence on the anime and video game culture! Check out our full schedule here to see when your favorite music will be popping off!
With a variety of concerts, raves, parties, and showcases all weekend long, there’s something for every music-lover in the crowd. Learn more below!
America’s Largest Convention Rave!
Friday and Saturday night of METROCON, come and see the glowing sights and pumping sounds of METROCON Massive – the largest convention rave in the country with over 100,000 sq ft of stadium lighting and sound, and the best DJs from all over the world!
REMINDER: ALL CONVENTION POLICIES INCLUDING DRESS CODE, SUBSTANCES, ETC. WILL BE ADHERED TO DURING THE RAVE! This is a dry, all-ages, drug-free event, and we want it to be an awesome night full of music and love that is safe for everyone! Please visit our Policies/FAQ page for more information about METROCON!
RAVE LINE NOTE: Our night-time events involve a separate bag check and re-entry location. The entire third floor of the convention center will be a “secure area” during the rave hours. Events directly preceding the Rave (like the Fire Show) will exit through an exit-only checkpoint directly to the second floor once the show ends. Once you’ve been through our bag check, you can come and go from the rave as much as you like on the third floor, but if you exit through the checkpoints down to the second or first floor, you’ll need to re-enter through the screening area/checkpoint on the way back upstairs.
Lineup, themes, and more 2026 info coming soon!
Idol groups from all around the country are performing at our Idol Festival!
Grab your penlights! METROFEST is returning to METROCON’s main stage! You won’t want to miss this spectacular idol lineup for 2026!
This event is hosted by Next Stage Festivals. Next Stage Festivals is a collaborative project started by long-time performers from the Florida J-pop idol community (and surrounding areas) who have found a passion for event running. We are a volunteer team who works with cons all over the Sunshine State to bring idol festivals and J-pop-inspired events to life! You can stay up to date on our event opportunities, performer applications, live streams, and more on our social media.
Website: https://nextstagefestivals.carrd.co/
Instagram: @next_stage_festivals
YouTube: @nextstagefestivals
J-ROCK HITS AND COVERS STRAIGHT FROM JAPAN’S UNDERGROUND!
Welcome to our Rock Kingdom!
☆METRO ROCK LIVE★ is the historic first J-rock Festival in FL convention history! In 2026, we’re kicking it up a notch to make the show bigger and better than ever. METRO ROCK LIVE! is now an epic VS battle between teams Red and Blue! This year’s special edition Rockin’ Revolution is sure to set your heart ablaze! Cheer and sing along as your favorite anisong and J-rock jams face off in a never before seen battle! Who will reign supreme? It’s a rock battle you won’t wanna miss!
