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Cosplay Events at Gen Con
Cosplay, or costume play, is the art of dressing up to portray a character. Gen Con attendees dress up as a variety of characters from their favorite TV series, comic books, and games. Cosplay is a fun way to show your fan pride, and there are over 50 cosplay events to choose from at Gen Con! Whether you’re a beginner or accomplished cosplayer, Gen Con's Cosplay Program has events you'll love! 
Yaya Han

Cosplay Guest of Honor: Yaya Han

Step by Step Costume Progress with Yaya Han (SEM19162220)
Yaya Han Cosplay Q&A (SEM19162219)
In addition to her two events, Yaya will be judging the Costume Contest! When she’s not in the Cosplay Program area in Marriott Ballroom 5, you can find her at her merchandise booth in the Entertainers’ Spotlight area of the Exhibit Hall.
Cosplay at Gen Con

New to Cosplay?

Check out Wigs 101 (SEM19165257) and Learn From My Fail: Cosplay Construction (SEM19148141) to learn some tricks that will get your costume ready to wear time and time again!
 
Cosplay Photography 101 (SEM19165670)
Learn shooting styles and editing to level up your cosplay photography skills!
 
Cosplay Gauntlet (SPA19155346)
Create your own unique gauntlet for that perfect costume accessory!
Costume Contest

Costume Contest

The best and most creative costumes are on display during this 34th annual event.
Want to enter? Space is limited, so register today!

Crossplay Contest

Crossplay Contest

Come watch this fun cosplay competition, with a twist! Competitors will compete for the crown for best crossplay, best drag, and best overall!

Gandog

Hall Costume Contest

If you’re spotted wearing a costume by one of our secret roving judges, you may win a Hall Costume Contest ribbon!

Costume Parade

Costume Parade

Gather with fellow cosplayers and show off your costume! Muster begins outside Hall A at 3 pm — anyone in costume may join the parade anywhere along the route.


More awesome cosplay events to check out:
Cosplay at Gen Con
Gen Con returns to Indianapolis August 1-4, 2019 
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