WHAT IS MO'SHI EXPO?

MO’shi Expo is all about Vtubing! Whether one has an avatar or is a supporter of their favorite oshi, this convention is for those from all sides of the viewing screen. This event is akin to a trade show, a convention, and a fun vacation rolled into one as it takes place at the unique Union Station venue in downtown St. Louis! Take part in panels, be a mega fan at a meet & greet, shop, and then enjoy the venue's attractions that include the new aquarium, restaurants, and more. Union Station is also right by the current Amtrak station, so travel by train is also available without any extra ridesharing. All aboard!Dynamic Midwest Events & Promotions, the same people behind Anime St. Louis and Gateway FATE produce MO'shi Expo.

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Rules

Quick Summary: These rules are the same as what we use for AnimeSTL. If you're familiar with those, it's much of the same here.COVID-19/Pathogen ItemsBy attending, our attendees understand that there is a risk of pathogen spread. Attendees will indemnify the event and venues and cannot hold them accountable for possible illness.We are not planning to have any mandates in place for our event. If attendees and anyone else still wishes to mask at the convention, they are welcome to, and any harassment of those doing so will not be tolerated. Masking mandates may be put into place if needed. Keep up the good fight against con plague and practice safe attendance!Bag ChecksMore on this soon!Code of ConductAll attendees, speakers, sponsors and volunteers at our events are required to agree with the following code of conduct. We expect cooperation from all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody.This event is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of guests or participants in any form. Members and event participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the event (without a refund) at the discretion of the event organizers.Be kind.If you need to submit a complaint or need help in regards to the code of conduct, please find the nearest staff member.Costume PolicyAll attendees must observe county, city, state, and federal laws at all times. We're a family-friendly event, so we ask that costumes reflect that idea. Costumes and clothing must cover what an average bathing suit would cover. While we respect our attendees’ freedom of expression, we do not consider underwear or similar lack of clothing appropriate. Nudity and clothing with inappropriate language is not allowed. Walking in bare feet on the show floor is also not allowed due to potential hazards like stepping on sharp objects, but you can pose in bare feet (just check your photo area before you do). We also ask that any costume that poses a risk to others (protruding wires, spikes, loose swinging chains, etc.) be examined by security for risk assessment. If the costume is deemed a risk, we ask that you respect the decision and either change clothes or alter the costume.Weapons and PropsRealistic firearm props are not allowed. These include and are not limited to Airsoft guns, BB guns, and self-made props that look like real life firearms. Having an orange tip does not matter. If it looks like a real, working gun from afar and up-close, it is not allowed at our venue. Fantasy and fictional props are still allowed, but security and volunteers may request to inspect them to check for mechanisms.MO'shi Expo does not allow live steel or any real weapons of any kind (dull metal swords included). Prop weapons may be made of wood, plastic, foam, plaster, cardboard, cloth, etc. Props more based on fantasy and fiction are allowed. All props and models cannot be used to fire projectiles and cannot be loaded or have any ammunition. Volunteers and security may ask your assistance to prove if the prop has any mechanisms, even if it has already been tagged; same with other props for any other reason. Please cooperate with these requests.Explosives and chemicals are strictly prohibited (this includes fireworks, sparklers, etc.) as are hover boards and wheeled footwear. Prop skateboards are allowed but may only be carried and not ridden. We ask that attendees do not engage in mock fighting in the venue. Please do not use a prop weapon to threaten, endanger, or harm another person. If your prop violates Missouri State or Federal laws outside the venue, it violates them here too. Please ask a staff member if you are ever unsure about your prop.We currently do not have a size limitation for props and costumes, but we ask that your creations be mindful of a large crowd. Anything that becomes a fire hazard or constant traffic blocker may be asked to be removed.Alcohol PolicyThe legal drinking age is 21. Event badges are not valid forms of ID for purchasing or consuming alcohol. Only a government issued ID or passport will be accepted as a valid proof of age. Public intoxication can result in being asked to leave the venues and/or a revoked badge.Smoking/Vaping/E-cigsNo smoking is allowed inside any of the buildings, including e-cigarettes and vaping. Please smoke outside, and be considerate of others when you do.Badge PolicyYou will need an attendee badge to take part in everything the event has to offer. Badges must be visible at all times, worn on the front of the body and above the knees. Please do not hang them off purse straps or other accessories. If you lose your badge, you can purchase a new one at the registration desk. Only one replacement may be bought during the event. Please do not share badges. Anyone caught sharing a badge will have it revoked.Lost and FoundMO'shi Expo is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property during the course of the convention. A lost and found box will be kept at the venues during the event for anyone who turns in items or wishes to claim them. Possessions left unclaimed at the end of the convention will be turned over to the venue for any inquiries afterwards. The Lost and Found at-con is currently planned to be at Registration.Sign Props PolicySigns with inappropriate language or solicitations are not allowed. This does include “free hug” style signs. Signs that promote a business or selling of products and/or behavior without the knowledge and consent of the event are also forbidden.Advertising Fliers PolicyPlease do not post signs/fliers on the walls of the venue. Fliers may only be handed out if you have a booth at the event. Soliciting and unapproved distribution of fliers can cause you to lose your badge and be requested to leave. If you have fliers you would like hung up or placed for distribution, please bring them to the Show Office for approval and distribution. Unapproved fliers left around the convention can be thrown away by senior staff without warning.No AI Creations for Promotional Use or SalesThe following policy includes and is not limited to art, graphics, and presentations created using AI technology programs such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion. Things created using such programs are not allowed at the event for the purposes of promoting a business or for commercial and personal sales. Items must be created via the entities’ own skills with available physical tools and non-AI software. They cannot be created utilizing prompts input into learning software or algorithms. This policy excludes digital tools created by others (ie, brushes in art programs), pieces made using editing software that operates without algorithms, and other hardware and software that requires learning and applied skill from the user themselves.Common CourtesyPlease turn your mobile devices to silent or vibrate when you’re in programming and event rooms. If you must take or make a call, please step outside into a hall.By attending, attendees understand that they may be photographed or filmed when they are a part of the crowd. As a courtesy, attendees should ask permission before filming or photographing others. Same goes for hugging and glomping. Cosplay is not consent.Please be courteous and avoid late night loud noise. Please also be respectful of our venues’ property.Room Parties and Hotel UseRoom parties are not allowed. We define a room party as an open door gathering within a hotel room that causes excessive noise and exceeds reasonable capacity; or one that spills out into the hallway. Please keep your hotel room doors closed to not only help with noise levels, but also for your own safety. Please respect the hotel staff if they are responding to noise complaints.Please respect hotel property and avoid having elevator parties or causing excessive noise in the hallways.Pictures and filmingEvents where photography and filming are not allowed will be announced during the event. Otherwise, photos and filming are generally allowed throughout the venue. Please respect people who do not want to be on camera, and also be sure to ask someone’s permission before taking their photo. Cosplay is not consent.Miscellaneous itemsAnnounced events and programs are subject to change and/or cancellation.Except for ADA-compliant service animals, pets are not allowed in the venues.Outside food and drink policy will be clarified closer to the event due to the unique layout that includes restaurants on the property.Have fun!

★ LOCATION & Room Block ★

main room block - union station

1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
+1 314-231-1234Room nights starting at $205 base price

A St. Louis icon since 1894, today the Union Station hotel retains the elegant archways and décor of its famous Grand Hall. The hotel is attached to St. Louis Aquarium and The St. Louis Wheel. We’re within blocks of City Museum and less than a mile from the heart of Downtown. Enjoy our 3D light show, fitness center, and seasonal outdoor pool.

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• CLICK HERE FOR THE VENUE'S GENERAL WEBSITE

★ St. louis Union station ★

1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103

MO'shi Expo exciting location turns your convention trip into a full-blown vacation! Union Station is anexpansive, beautiful location with all you could need - restaurants, entertainment, hotels, and, now, Vtubers!At St. Louis Union Station, the adventure never ends with various indoor and outdoor attractions that promise unforgettable experiences for everyone. There's so much to do, we can't list all of it here! We highly encourage visiting their website to see the full expansion of offerings!

• St. Louis Union Station

★ Local Travel Recommendations ★

• METROLINK WEBSITE
• ST. LOUIS AMTRAK
• LAMBERT AIRPORT
• PARKING

MO'shi Expo offers a variety of convenient travel options! Union Station has its own stop on the METROLINK, St. Louis's public transit system. This makes traveling by Amtrak Train or air travel easy!Please note that the Amtrak Station and Union Station are not the same building. Union Station is a defunct train station, and no longer operates with active trains. The Amtrak St. Louis station is down the street. We highly recommend using the METROLINK or a rideshare service to travel from the STL Amtrak Station to Union Station, versus walking.

Union Station Metrolink stop, pictured above.Notable METROLINK Stops
CIVIC CENTER - Amtrak Train Station
LAMBERT AIRPORT TERMINAL 1 & 2 - St. Louis's Major Airport, Lambert
UNION STATION - Front of St. Louis Union Station

★ PARKING ★

West Parking Lot
Enter from Market Street on 20th. Parking Lot is on the right. Hourly and special event rates apply, credit card only.South Parking Lot
Enter from Market Street on 18th Street. Parking lot is on right. Hourly and special event rates apply, credit card only.

★ exhibit hall ★

Forms for both Artist Alley & Exhibitors are open until May 31, 2026 11:59pm CST

MO’shi Expo 2026 Exhibitor Details

Thank you for choosing MO’shi Expo as a possible spot on your 2026 tour. We pride ourselves on offering a professional show with plenty of selling opportunities for our participating exhibitors. Due to this, we have a different process and rules than other shows. Please read the following rules and details before applying. Links to the applications are at the bottom of each section.Application & Juried Process
MO’shi Expo uses a juried application process to choose our vendors and artists for the year, rather than accepting on a first-come, first-served basis. We wish to offer a variety of different merchandise to our attendees, which in turn offers a better selling chance to everyone. Sending in the application does not guarantee you a space!Payment
If accepted, we will send you your paperwork and an invoice for your payment to the email you list on your application from [email protected]. Payment is done through check or money order to the event company only or via the company’s PayPal business account (Dynamic Midwest Events & Promotions); never with cash or checks made personally to a member of staff. Once you have been accepted and a deposit payment has been processed, your space will be reserved for the event. A 50% minimum payment is required to reserve your space.Cancellation Policy
Depending on when a cancellation request is sent will dictate the possible refund amount. Cancelling within 1 month of showtime can result in no refund being possible.Jury Selection
We will begin our jury selection after May 31st. All applicants that submit their forms before that date will be considered. Anyone who submits an application, even after the spaces are filled, is added to our 2026 show waiting list in case of cancellations. Please do not e-mail or message regarding availability or openings. We will contact you directly if any openings occur.

Space details

Exhibitor Spaces
Exhibitor spaces (whether it’s for regular retail, indie and corporation promotion/recruiting, talent meet & greets, or all of the above) are $400 per inline 10 x 10’ space. Each 10 x 10’ space comes with an 8’ table and 2 chairs. There is a limit of 2 spaces per normal exhibitor submission. Sponsors may request additional space depending on the agreement. Each exhibitor will receive a wastebasket, complimentary wifi access, and pipe & drape. Electricity and hardline internet are extra.Corner/end cap exhibitor spaces are currently prioritised for sponsors and meet & greet style spaces. Please reach out if you’re curious to learn more about them.Artist Alley Spaces
AA spaces are tabletop exhibit style and come with an 8’ skirted table, 2 chairs, a wastebasket, and a complimentary wi-fi code. A regular 8 x 6’ inline space is $200, while a 10 x 6’ corner is $300 and includes an additional table for an end cap style booth. AA spaces are placed within the central part of our exhibit hall and will not have pipe & drape as a part of them. There is a limit of 1 space per AA submission.

About Dynamic Midwest Events & Promotions, Inc & Our Events

Dynamic Midwest Events & Promotions, our parent company, is owned by the same people who have been a part of Anime St. Louis for years. The parent company was started as we wish to run more events in the future, and we wanted the company name to reflect what we are. Our flagship event Anime St. Louis’ unique attendance was over 8,800 in 2025, not counting guests, entertainers, vendors, and staff. 2026 will be our 21st year of operation. If you have any questions, please e-mail Jeremy Johnson at [email protected]. Thank you.

-All Business Types-

Fandom Inventory Requirements: There are none! Whether your business carries a singular Vtuber item, a majority, or none at all; you’re welcome to send in a form! Even with our fandom theme, we welcome all fandoms to the exhibit hall.COVID: There are currently no planned mandates for 2026’s convention.Sales Taxes and Tax ID: All businesses wishing to have space at MO’shi Expo are responsible for their own sales taxes, which includes collecting, reporting, and paying. If you do not have a Missouri Tax ID #, please review http://dor.mo.gov/faq/business/special.php and http://dor.mo.gov/forms/2643S.pdf.Unlawful merchandise: Items that are deemed illegal for sale in the state of Missouri or in the United States of America are not allowed.No AI Creations for Promotional Use or Sales: The following policy includes and is not limited to art, graphics, and presentations created using AI technology programs such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion. Things created using such programs are not allowed at MO'shi Expo for the purposes of promoting a business or for commercial and personal sales. Items must be created via the entities’ own skills with available physical tools and non-AI software. They cannot be created utilizing input prompts into learning software or algorithms. This policy excludes digital tools created by others (ie, brushes in art programs), pieces made using editing software that operates without algorithms, and other hardware and software that requires learning and applied skill from the user themselves.Adult Materials: While the selling of hentai. doujin, and other 18+ items are allowed, we ask businesses to use discretion when displaying these items. We can have a good number of attendees who are under the age of 18, who may or may not be with their guardians. Only attendees who are 18 years and older may purchase or see these items.Noise: Please avoid using excessive noise or disruptive behavior to attract attendees to your booth.Fan Art and Use of Licensed Characters: Fan art is allowed at MO’shi Expo as long as the composition is fully created from scratch. All fan-made works must be original creations in regards to composition and cannot be recreations of another person's fan-made works. No items may be sold that contain traced reproductions, screenshots or image captures from shows, manga, etc. Titles of shows, properties, and their trademarks cannot be used to advertise the merchandise (ie, advertising One Piece fan art with a sign that contains the name One Piece or the logo from the show). Official fabric that contain licensed characters and is sold at retail stores such as Jo-Anns and Wal-mart may be used in the creation of goods to be sold.

-Artist Space Specific-

Table Sharing & Proxy Staff: Table sharing is allowed at MO’shi Expo between consenting creators as long as the booth space is paid for in full. Approval is required from the event in advance. An accepted exhibitor can send in the request and must also supply the other artist’s portfolio for approval. The event is able to decline the request for any reason. Doing unapproved table-sharing can result in both entities being removed from the event without refund. For the purposes of a main contact and the main responsible party, the original accepted applicant will be responsible for the space and the event will trust and follow through on any approved requests they make.We ask that the artist who created their pieces be in attendance at the event, if possible. If the artist is attending multiple shows and requires a proxy, friend, or employee to be at the show in their place, we ask that the applying artist send us an e-mail clarifying who their representative(s) will be for our records. If a representative is selling works made by multiple artists, they need to provide proof they have the consent of the artists to sell their productions.

-Dealer Space Specific-

Selling Food: Only approved vendors who have confirmed their products with the organizer can sell food at the convention.Alcohol: The selling of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.Live Steel Weapons: Only attendees who are 18 years of age or older may hold or purchase live steel weapons at the show. We do not allow live steel items to be carried in the venue. If an attendee purchases a live steel item from your company, please inform them to take it to their car or hotel room immediately.Bootlegs: The selling of bootleg merchandise is strictly prohibited. If there is a complaint or comment regarding a piece of merchandise, we ask you work with our representatives on evaluating if the item is official or bootleg. If it is a bootleg, we ask your compliance in removing the item from your inventory for the remainder of the event. Failure to comply may result in ejection from the event without refund. If a majority of a dealer's inventory is found to be bootleg, they will be asked to leave the show without refund.

• CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST ALLEY FORM
• CLICK HERE FOR THE EXHIBITOR FORM

accepted businesses to begin being listed early July

★ GUESTS ★

MO'shi Expo is currently doing research and outreach, looking for guests! Whether you're a vtuber, agency, or a fan, please feel free to send us information to the email below!We are currently still setting foundations (plus preparing for the big show, Anime St. Louis), so please be patient as we review and look over options! Replies and inquiries will be sent closer to April.We look forward to hearing from you!

[email protected]

★ SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES ★

Interested in sponsorship partnerships with MO'shi Expo? Please reach out to us at [email protected], and we'll be happy to send you our sponsorship deck! See something not on the deck or have an idea? We're flexible and would love to hear it!We look forward to hearing from you!

[email protected]

★ CONTACT US ★

Feel free to reach out to us via the contact form or our email, [email protected]!Please keep in mind, as we are by the same people who host Anime St. Louis, you may hear back from the following emails -
[email protected], [email protected] or [email protected]. These are the ONLY emails you will receive responses from us, so please beware of false email addresses!