Panels and Entertainment
There will be a variety of events, panels, game shows, and other activities happening at Hentai Matsuri! Keep checking here for more updates on the schedule festivities!
Panels will take place in the Terrace Room and the Executive Room (on the second floor). Entertainment will take place in the Tower Room (also on the second floor). The “main events,” the Wedding, the Electric Kitty Fashion Show, and the Cosplay Contest will be taking place in the Garden (outdoor).
Panel and Entertainment content, schedule, and line up are subject to change without notice.
AT-a-glance Grid Schedule
2026 FRIDAY PANEL AND ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Terrace Room
Hentai Voice Acting Game
Kitty Nguyen
Hey fellow gooners? Do you think you have what it takes to be a hentai voice actor? Come challenge our panelists, win prizes, maybe get spanked during the process.
Featuring Cyriichii, Chyuku, Momoyu Bun, and Itsmarveljesus
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Executive Room
Why Witchy Women Have Us Spellbound
Studio Witchthirst
If you’ve ever wondered why witch girls are so hot, we have answers. Join us as we explore the role of witchcraft in history, literature, pop culture of the east and west, and learn how witches went from heretics to sex symbols. Don’t be afraid to embrace your own dark side.
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Tower Room
Haus of Cosplay: Drag Extravaganza
Haus of Cosplay
Jimmy Sherfy brings his amazing cast of drag queens, kings, and everything in between – for a night of drag like no other! Featuring some of your favorite geeky fandoms performed by queer cosplay drag excellence.
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Garden (Outside)
Whip Cracking 101
The San Diego Whip Association
Whip cracking 101 is a hands-on workshop designed to teach beginners how a bullwhip works and how to use one safely. You can learn to crack a 5-6 foot long bull whip like Indiana Jones and a 3 foot long whip for BDSM play. Ear and eye protection will be provided, so don’t be shy!
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Club Room
Jacking it With You
Kira P Raptor
Want to play strip Jackbox? Live? And every time I lose I strip? And once I’m naked, then I guess it’s time for spanks~ Let’s play naughty games live and vibe, sweetheart <3
6:15PM - 7:15PM
Terrace Room
Browser History: The (Hen)Timeline
A-to-J Connections
You know your favorite anime studio, but do you KNOW your favorite hentai studio? Join A-to-J Connections as we examine the backgrounds of some of the most popular hentai animation studios, take a look at the genre’s beginnings, tear apart all of the well-known big names and releases, and even cover a scandal or two. There’s a lot more to it than you would think, and perhaps you’ll walk away a bit more knowledgeable on a topic one usually keeps in the dark. Then again, you can just come for the hentai itself! A panel for both fans and newcomers alike!
6:15PM - 7:15PM
Executive Room
The Art of 18+ Voice Acting with Amber May
Amber May
Step behind the mic and into the world of 18+ Voiceover with industry veteran Amber May! This panel explores the techniques, boundaries, and performance skills behind adult content–from authenticity and emotional nuance, to professionalism in spicy spaces. Amber will also spill the beans about her (many) secret contributions to NSFW, so feel free to cum by!
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Terrace Room
Roll For Seduction | Meet the Cast Q&A
Ayli Katt, Default Ego, KandiKitsune, and TsukixxHime
Meet the brave adventurers that will soon be embarking on an interactive erotic horror D&D adventure! Ask us anything and learn how we came together to combine two of our favorite things – sex work and TTRPGs. Pull back the DM screen for this exclusive behind the scenes event!
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Executive Room
Erotic Media for Womxn
The Fashionable Cupcake & Kira Masquerade
Women create and consume tons of erotic media–comics, books, and even video games are all part of porn made for and by women. We’ll discuss the history, differences, and importance of smut for straight women. Bring your recommendations to share!
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Club Room
Lewdtubing and Adult Entertaintment
Saddie O’Dearg and TLDR Soma
This panel is perfect for those curious about VTubing and the adult entertainment scene. Having VTubers as guests is amazingly insightful in learning about what goes on behind the scenes and common beginner pitfalls. For anime con-goers, this panel offers insight into a creative space deeply tied to porn acting culture. This panel offers a low-pressure way to turn interests like character design, performance, and fandom interaction into creative expression even if they have no prior experience.
8:00PM - 8:45PM
Tower Room
DJ Khaimera
DJ Khaimera
Khaimera is a Los Angeles-based DJ and producer blending EDM with anime and video game influences. Known for high-energy remixes, rave edits, and genre-crossing sounds, his music is driven by creativity and pure fun. His work spans everything from hard dance to trap, creating a unique experience on and off the dance floor.
8:45PM - 9:45PM
Executive Room
Cosplay Boudoir: A Lewd Posing Guide!
Phia
Always wanted to book that sexy cosplay photoshoot, but you’re worried about being too shy, or freezing up and not knowing how to pose? Join lewd cosplayer & boudoir photographer Phia Belinda to learn the tips and tricks behind an amazing NSFW shoot!
I’m Phia! Pro ero-cosplayer, photographer, and go-go dancer based in Los Angeles. I’ve been a cosplayer for over 15 years, making everything from anime themed micro bikinis to furry accessories & ball gowns. If I’m not sewing or on set, you can bet I’m on the dance floor! I’m super excited to share all my posing tips & tricks at HM, so don’t be shy, make sure you say hello, and let’s party!
9:00PM - 10:15PM
Tower Room
K1K1
K1K1
Born and raised in Dogtown, California, K1K1 is a blue-haired cyborg-inspired open-format DJ known for blending dark underground sounds with futuristic energy.
Rooted in Los Angeles’ goth and alternative nightlife scene, K1K1 mixes everything from techno, tech-house, breakbeats, dark EBM, and cyberpunk-inspired electronic music to goth and industrial classics, creating immersive sets designed to feel like a cinematic journey through a neon dystopia.
9:00PM - 1:00AM
Terrace Room
Kinky Karaoke!
DJ Doobies
Come join us for some Kinky Karaoke hosted by DJ Doobies! Once the party starts there’s no stopping it so come sing your heart out!
10:15PM - 11:15PM
Executive Room
Japanese Queer Media
Girl at the Con
Our panelists will be discussing the history and terminology of Japanese Queer Media. How it began, commercialization, legal issues, and where it all is going. Also, how it has influenced Western queer media and the bleed back.
10:30PM - 12:00AM
Tower Room
KANTASY
KANTASY
Friday night headlining DJ set.
Your Girl-Next-Door Android. When a sand dune far away was found capable of hosting life, the Space Corp. sent Kantasy on an Interplanetary Odyssey (called SCorp.i-o for short) to become an interstellar party pharaoh.
12:00AM - 1:00AM
Tower Room
Kahn Artest
Kahn Artest
Kahn Artest returns for a 3rd year in a row, providing the sultry soundtrack for our after parties! Bring your best dance moves and a clean pair of underwear. Expect high-energy sets, late-night chaos, and just enough mischief to keep things interesting!