Mississippi Anime Fest unites hundreds of fans in Jackson

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 2026 Mississippi Anime Fest was held this weekend in Jackson. Hundreds of anime lovers were able to see some of their favorite voice actors.

“It’s fun to sit back and watch people that don’t even know each other come together, because they’re a fan of the same thing. And you see that connection get made. Next year, they come together,” said Joey Mills, with the Mississippi Anime Fest.

“It’s growing each year just because people I guess people are more accepting of it. People are not afraid to be themselves anymore. So, I think that’s what it is,” said Quinton Hudson, an attendee…

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