Cosplay Policy

• Cosplay must be family-friendly. Costumes should be appropriately fitted and may not expose excessive nudity.

• Cosplayers must ensure their costumes do not impede movement, block walkways, or create hazards for themselves or others.

• All attendees must follow staff instructions regarding safety checks, photography rules, and prop inspections.

• Cosplay is not consent. Touching, photographing, or approaching someone in costume requires clear permission.

• Harassment—verbal, physical, or online—will not be tolerated.

• Do not mock, criticize, or insult anyone’s costume, body, skill level, or materials.

• All props must comply with the event’s Props & Weapons Policy and must be peacebonded upon entry.

• No functional weapons, sharp blades, metal projectiles, or props that fire any projectile.

• Oversized props must not exceed safe carrying limits, and may not be swung or used in a manner that could injure bystanders.

• Staff reserve the right to refuse or revoke approval of any prop at any time.

(Full details available on the Props & Weapons Policy page.)

• Costumes must not include:

  • Open flames or heat-producing elements

  • Liquids, powders, or substances that could stain or damage the venue

  • Live animals

  • Hazardous materials (resins not fully cured, brittle glass, exposed metal edges, etc.)

• Movement-restricting costumes (wings, stilts, large armor sets, tails, etc.) must be used with caution and may be restricted in crowded areas.

• Masks and helmets are permitted but must:

  • Not impair visibility to unsafe levels

  • Be removable if requested by staff or security

  • Not obscure identity for safety/security checks at entrances

• Ask for permission before taking photos or videos of any attendee.

• Do not block hallways, exits, or vendor areas while posing.

• Tripods, lighting rigs, or large accessories may be restricted in congested areas.

• Dedicated changing and repair areas (if available) are for cosplayers only.

• No photography is allowed in changing or repair spaces.

• Please keep spaces tidy and follow staff instructions.

• Small repairs may be done on-site if repair stations are provided.

• Do not use adhesives, paints, sprays, or tools that may damage surfaces or produce fumes.

Violations of this policy may result in:

• A verbal warning

• Removal of unsafe props

• Revocation of prop approval

• Removal from the event without refund

• Bans from future KW Comic Con events