Showcase Your Creativity

Whether you're entering your first cosplay contest or you're a veteran costume creator, the KWCC Cosplay Contest welcomes all skill levels.

Compete for awards, meet fellow cosplayers, and take the stage in front of hundreds of fans.

✓ All experience levels welcome

✓ Family-friendly event

✓ Individual and Group categories

✓ Craftsmanship and presentation judging

Junior Division (13 & Under)

For young cosplayers looking to show off their creativity and fandom.

Novice Division (14+)

Perfect for first-time competitors and those with limited contest experience.

Journeyman Division (14+)

For experienced cosplayers with developing craftsmanship skills.

Masters Division (14+)

For advanced builders and seasoned competitors.

Group Division

For teams, duos, and ensemble entries.

1. Register

Sign up at the Viewing Lounge Cosplay registration table Saturday morning.

2. Preliminary Judging

Meet with the judges and discuss your costume's construction and details.

3. Take the Stage

Showcase your cosplay during the live contest presentation.

BEFORE THE SHOW

Saturday Morning – 10:00 AM

Contest Registration Opens

• Preliminary Judging Begins

Contestants will meet with the judging panel to discuss their costume construction, craftsmanship, and competition division.

Contestant Check-In

12:45 PM
All contestants should report to the Viewing Lounge Stage staging area.

Final lineup arrangements will be completed before the show begins.

The KWCC Cosplay Contest

1:00 PM
Welcome & Judge Introductions

Contest overview, judge introductions, and event announcements.

Division Showcase

1:05 PM
Junior Division

1:20 PM
Novice Division

1:35 PM
Journeyman Division

1:50 PM
Masters Division

2:05 PM
Group Division

*Each contestant will take the stage, present their cosplay, and pose for the audience and judges.

Judging Intermission

2:20 PM
☕ Judging Break (Approximately 15 Minutes)

*While judges finalize scoring, attendees can enjoy additional performances from members of the judging panel.

Awards Ceremony

2:35 PM
🏆 Awards Presentation

Winners will be announced in the following order:

• Junior Division
• Novice Division
• Journeyman Division
• Masters Division
• Group Division

*Award recipients will receive their certificates and have an opportunity for photos on stage.

Contest Concludes

3:00 PM
Thank you for participating in The KWCC Cosplay Contest!

Craftsmanship

Construction quality and attention to detail.

Creativity

Problem solving and unique costume elements.

Accuracy

Representation of the chosen character.

Stage Presence

Confidence, posing, and audience engagement.

Eligibility

All convention attendees with valid admission may participate.

Costume Requirements

Family-friendly costumes only.

Props

All props must comply with KWCC weapons policies.

Conduct

Contestants must treat judges, volunteers, and fellow participants respectfully.

Division Placement

Contest staff may adjust division placement to ensure fair competition.