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Lipscomb University, Nashville, TN
April 10-12, 2026

Panels
Pro Artists
Product Demos
Exhibitors
YOU!

Animation Expo Nashville

April 10-12, 2026

Want to Get Involved?

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Become an Exhibitor

Come join the Expo as an exhibitor! Sell your original artwork, show off your latest tech or be the ambassador for your company.

Exhibitor Application

Become a Sponsor

Animation Y'all Expo wouldn't be possible without our sponsors. Explore our various tiers fitting every budget, as well as give you the perfect opportunity to be seen!

Sponsor Application

Voulenteer as an InBetweener

Our InBetweeners get placed everywhere from registration, panel flow, and exhibitor management, plus many more! These are the folks who love animation and get things done! 

InBetweener Application

Secure a Paid Ad in the Event Program

Each attendee recieves a comprehensive expo program upon entry. If you're looking to get some eyes on your studio, upcoming project, or your artwork you can now snag a paid ad!

Program AD Application
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2026 Special Guest Speakers

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Mark Henn

Disney Legend

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Aaron Blaise

Disney Animator/ Director

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John Pomeroy

Iconic Animator

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Shannon Hallstein

Visual Development Artist

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What is it?

The South’s first professional Animation Expo! Panel discussions, popular guest artists, hardware and software vendors, studio booths, portfolio reviews and more!

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When can I get tickets?

Early bird tickets go live on August 15th and will be available until mid October. After then, regular ticket sales will be live until we sell out! For updates, sign up for our newsletter below.

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Where is it?

The George Shinn Bldg.

Lipscomb University

3906 Belmont Blvd,

Nashville, TN 37204, USA

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Who should attend?

Students, professionals, and fans. Really anyone who is interested in or already in the Animation, Gaming and VFX Industries!

Apply to be a Sponsor

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Apply to be an Exhibitor

Apply for the chance to sell your art, show off your talents, or exhibit the newest animation tech. 

Buy an AD

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AD Application

Get Involved!

Flexible Options for Every Animation-Lover

Attend the Expo

Want your fill of fantastic exhibitors, once-in-a-lifetime panels, networking, and more? Get your tickets now to secure your spot.

Get Tickets

Attend Workshops

In this 2026 Expo debut, we'll be launching workshops! An extra chance for attendees, and even those unable to fully attend, to get taught by a pro. Quaint and intimate hour-and-a-half sessions filled with invaluable and AYX exclusive lessons. See you there!

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 Be an InBetweener

Our Expo couldn't be what it is without our incredible volunteers! Fill out an application for a chance to help us run it all.

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