About COAF
Colorado Anime Fest was founded in 2014 by a group of friends with decades of combined experience, having run dozens of events across the country. We held our first convention in February 2016. And we wouldn’t be where we are today without our amazing, dedicated staff.
Colorado Anime Fest has donated over $51.601 to local charities to date. We’re also a member of the Japan America Society of Colorado.
Meet Our Mascots
Sasoko and Rocky
Our mascots were created by Ryan Zanfei of Tasty Peach Studios and named by staff and attendees of the inaugural Colorado Anime Fest in 2016.
Sasoko (山子)
Sasoko (meaning “mountain child,” pronounced saw-so-ko) is our human mascot. She was named by founding staffers after an internal vote. Sasoko is an adventurer and loves to explore. She also is a VTuber and loves to Cosplay. Sasoko’s pronouns are She/Her.
Rocky
The Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep is Colorado’s official state animal, a symbol of our state since 1961. Rocky’s name was chosen by COAF 2016 attendees from a long list of options—many jokingly provided by guest Christopher Sabat—in tribute to our beloved Rocky Mountains. Rocky’s pronouns are He/Him.
Broad Horizon Events Corp.
Colorado Anime Fest is the trade name of Broad Horizon Events Corp., the company founded to run the convention. It’s wholly owned by convention staffers and has no outside investors. As a result, the company is able to focus on putting on the best show possible rather than generating large profits.