Cosplay
Cosplay events are a central feature of our programming, and include an on-stage Cosplay Masquerade, an off-stage Hall Cosplay Contest, and various meetups, workshops, and photoshoots throughout the weekend.
2025 Cosplay Contest and Masquerade submissions are coming soon! In the meantime, check out the competition rules below:
Cosplay Masquerade
The Anime USA Masquerade is a celebration of cosplay performance and craftsmanship. Whether you’re performing a skit or showing off your handmade costume in a spotlight, these
rules will help ensure everything runs smoothly.
Craftsmanship Competition
Love to sew? Build props? Make things glow?
The Anime USA Craftsmanship Competition is for you! This is where cosplayers and costumers come together to showcase their skills in a one-on-one judging session. Whether you’re a fabricator, seamstress, tailor, or creator, you’ll have the chance to bring beloved characters — or original designs — to life.
Participants can also join the Masquerade Fashion Show to display their hard work on stage (optional, but awards will be announced there).
