MUSIC & DANCE EVENTS
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 contests and showcases all weekend long, there’s something for every music-lover in the crowd. Learn more below!
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Idol groups from all around the country are performing at our Idol Festival!
Grab your penlights! METROFEST is returning to METROCON’s main stage and is better than ever! You won’t want to miss these idols shining brightly in this year’s Idol Fest!
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 work 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 events opportunities, performer applications, live streams, and more on our social media.
Website: https://nextstagefestivals.carrd.co/
Instagram: @next_stage_festivals
YouTube: @nextstagefestivals

KPOP DANCE & SKIT CONTEST

Presented by K!Junkies
K!Junkies is bringing a new type of contest for all K-Pop fandoms to enjoy together! “Killing Point” will present performances ranging from K-Pop and anime crossovers, reenactments of our favorite K-Pop moments, and even original skits representing the life of K-Pop fandom. Bask in the creativity of fellow K-Pop fans as they compete for the grand prizes!
J-ROCK HITS AND COVERS STRAIGHT FROM JAPAN’S UNDERGROUND!
METRO ROCK LIVE!
Welcome to our Rock Kingdom!
☆METRO ROCK LIVE★ is the historic first J-Rock Festival in FL convention history brought to you by ☆GINGA★ and Next Stage Festivals! Back by popular demand, METROCON’s rockstars and award winning hosts, ☆GINGA★ and TeppyBAKA, are kicking it up a notch to make this show bigger and better than ever. Sing with us as your favorite anisong and J-rock jams take you on a trip down memory lane in a celebration of the music that defined a generation. It’s a rock concert you DON’T wanna miss!
Powered by: Next Stage Festivals, ☆GINGA★ and TeppyBAKA
