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COSPLAY CONTEST

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THE WINTERCON COSPLAY CONTEST TAKES PLACE SATURDAY ON THE ROY BATTY STAGE (MAIN STAGE) AT 6:00 PM.

🎭 Get ready for the ultimate costume showdown at WinterCon’s Costume Contest on Saturday, December 2nd! πŸŽ‰ We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s contest will be graced by the presence of two incredible special guest judges – the legendary Ve Neill and the fabulous Gigi Edgley! 🌟

πŸ‘— Whether you’re a master of disguise or a cosplay enthusiast, this is your chance to shine! Don your most impressive costumes, unleash your creativity, and step into the spotlight for a chance to win fantastic prizes. πŸ†βœ¨

πŸ‘©β€βš–οΈ Meet Our Special Guest Judges:
🌟 Ve Neill – Academy Award-winning Makeup Artist, Judge of the SYFY channel hit show FACEOFF
🌟 Gigi Edgley – Multi-talented Actress and Cosplayer, host of Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Challenge

 πŸŽ€ Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience, and stay tuned for more updates and surprises! Share your excitement by using #NYWinterConCostumeContest.

🎊 Let the countdown to the most epic costume contest begin! See you there! 🎊

The Winter Con Cosplay Contest is the most anticipated event of the season! Every year, Cosplayers from all over the world enter the Winter Con Cosplay Contest and every year, they get better and better!

From pros to newbies, this contest is open to all. Β Our celebrity judges will be judging you on your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and uniqueness.

So get your costume ready and enter to win some great prizes!

Other sponsors to be announced soon!

Cosplay Contest Rules:
Contestants MUST be signed in for the contest they want to enter at least 45 minutes prior to the posted start time. We will not allow any last minute entries.
Contestants MUST be in the contest staging area at least 30 minutes prior to the posted start time for that contest for pre-judging.
Store bought or rented costumes cost you points in our judged contests (except the Kids Showcase).
No costume is not a costume. No nudity allowed.
No real weapons allowed. No airsoft guns, no sharp blades, no real fire.
No part of your costume can spray water, foam, smoke, confetti, glitter, etc..
No skits!
Please have freedom of movement to at least be able to walk up the few steps to the stage. If you’ll need help, please let us know in advance.
We will not accept soundtrack suggestions or lighting cues.
WinterCon admission is required to enter any of the contests.
All prizes are awarded in good faith and were donated to us by our sponsors.
Any issues with the prizes should be taken up with the sponsor directly. WinterCon takes no responsibility for the prizes awarded.

Cosplay Contest

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Join the Wintercon Cosplay Contest and show the world your talent!Β