GUNPLA
Animethon Gunpla is excited to bring the world of Gundam PLASTIC models to Animethon 2026. There will be displays, workshops, building demos, as well as THE ANIMETHON MODEL BUILDERS CONTEST! Come to the ENTERTAINMENT HALL and enjoy many activities, socialize with the builders about the exciting world of Gundam and other Anime inspired model kits!
OVERVIEW
What is Gunpla?
The term “Gunpla” is short for “Gundam + Plastic Models.” They are models of the mecha featured in THE “MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM” FRANCHISE.
Who are our Sponsors?
Who is PLAMOD?
Plamod is a Distributor of Anime & Asian Hobby Products
Importing and Distributing Plastic Models Since 2005
PLAMOD will be attending Animethon 2026 in collaboration with Animethon Gunpla. PLAMOD has several exclusive model kits and figures for sale in the Gunpla area.
Who is Nii G Shop?
Nii G Shop is a local hobby supply shop.
Who is ENV COLLECTIBLE?
ENV COLLECTIBLE is locally owned hobby shop, they also have a bubble tea shop and host bi-weekly Gunpla meet-ups. (bubble-tea and gunpla, its almost perfect!)
COMMUNITY GROUP
Edmonton Gunpla Builders is a collective community of like-minded builders and collectors that enjoy the hobby of Gunpla Building! Community members in association with the Model Enthusiast Group meet once a week (Millwoods Town Center and soon to be various other locations) to socialize, build, and showcase their work!
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Displays
Come and see a wide variety of model displays from the world of Gundam and beyond.
Giveaways
Sign up for giveaways, winners will be drawn and announced on…
Friday, August 7, 2026 and Saturday, August 08, 2026, please check the schedule for times.
Please attend the giveaway in person, we will call out winner’s numbers, name twice and if you are not present a new winner will be drawn.
Workshops
This year’s hands-on workshop focuses on the first-time experience of plamo model kit building. Tools will be available along with paint pens if you wish to finish and customize your creation. The representatives are always ready to help. Best of all, you get to take your model kit home to display as proof of your first build!
The first-time experience workshop will be held multiple time a day at Animethon. There will be a limited amount of space for each session, so signing up in advance is required (In the Gunpla area of the Exhibition Hall B-C.
Friday, August 07, 2026
- 11:00AM
- 01:00PM
- 03:00PM
- 05:00PM
- 07:00PM; signup prior
Saturday, August 08, 2026
- 11:00AM
- 01:00PM
- 03:00PM
- 05:00PM
- 07:00PM; signup prior
Sunday, August 08, 2026
- 11:00AM; signup prior
Plamo Kit Live Demos / Free Building Area (at the Animethon Gunpla Area)
The Animethon Gunpla Team will be present to demonstrate the workflow of building plamo model kits. Observe expert builders, interact with them and learn the ways of this amazing hobby. If that piques your interest, space is available for you and your friends to come build a kit of your own.
Animethon Model Builders Contest
In partnership with Edmonton Gunpla Builders, sponsored by PLAMOD Distributors, Nii G Shop and ENV Collectible. Animethon would like to present the Animethon Model Builders Contest!
This event will loosely follow GBWC rules, but it is open to other anime inspired Model Kits.
- Judging will be held Sunday with Judges: Thanh Nguyen and Albert Leung, Winners will be announced at 3pm on Sunday.
Prizing
Categories / Prizing (Single entry can win in multiple Categories)
-First Place
-Second Place
-Third Place
-Fan Favorite – The public’s favorite choice
-Breaking The Bank – The most expensive build
-Best Diorama – Best environment around the entry
-Budget Build – For the most money-conscious builder (Note: Event kits or if you “got it for free” are not acceptable)
-Crystal Abbenhuis Award For Creativity
-Best Open Category – Best non-Bandai entry
CONTEST TIMELINE:
1. To enter, models must be brought to the registration table in-person at the Gunpla area in the Entertainment Hall (see map) during active hours (see schedule). Contest registration closes at 01:00PM Sunday.
2. Judging will take place on Sunday. Winners will be announced at 3:00 p.m. at the Gunpla area in the Entertainment Hall.
3. All models mustbe claimed after the winners are announced and before the Entertainment Hall closes.
RULES:
1. General rules for the contest will be the same as for GBWC (Gunpla Builders World Cup) standard rules. (This is a local tournament following the official rules) – https://gbwc.bandai-hobby.net/en/regulation/
2. One entry per person. If it’s a diorama using multiple kits, it is considered as one entry.
3. Bootleg/3rd Party kits are not allowed.
4. Entries that have been in past Animethon contests are not eligible.
5. All entrants must be present when the winners are announced in order to claim their prizes unless other arrangements have been made.
6. As all aspects of the contest take place in the Entertainment Hall, contestants must have an Animethon pass to enter the hall.
7. Third party decals are approved.
8. Additional rules changes and exceptions maybe be implemented by the Animethon Gunpla team.