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Animethon 2023

July 14 - 16 / 2023 Edmonton Convention Centre Edmonton Alberta Canada
/ Events / Cosplay Programming

Cosplay Programming

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Welcome Cosplayers! We will be offering several Cosplay-related events during Animethon. Please be sure to read and understand the outlines of each event given below. Our events are held between set times for scheduling reasons and no exceptions will be made for latecomers.

Please Note

  • Make sure you are aware of contest times and locations. Latecomers will be disqualified.
  • The Cosplay HQ & Repair Room will be located in Salon 1.
  • Send us your images and music as soon as you can to keep us up to date.
  • Arrive on time for the event.
  • There is no safe place to put your things while you’re in a contest, so make sure any valuables are kept with a trusted friend.
What When Where Who
Cosplay Contest Sponsored by Red Moon Cosplay Solutions & Gallery Panda Showtime: Saturday 3:00pm - 5:00pm Main Events (Hall D) Any attendee in Cosplay
Ryu's Chibi Parade Sponsored by Red Moon Cosplay Solutions & Gallery Panda Showtime: Saturday 3:00pm Main Events (Hall D) Any attendee aged 12 or under in Cosplay
Craftsmanship Contest Sponsored by Red Moon Cosplay Solutions & Gallery Panda Contest: Sunday 10:00am - 1:00pm Salon 13+14 Attendees with a self-made Cosplay
Cosplay Contest Registration / Check-in Registration: Saturday 10:00am to 12:00pm
Check-in and Pre-Judging: Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm
Rehearsal: 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Register, Check-in and Pre-Judging: Cosplay HQ & Repair Room (Salon 1)
Rehearsal: Main Events Hall D
Any attendee in Cosplay
Crossplay Contest TBA TBA Any attendee in Cosplay
Cosplay HQ & Repair Room Friday 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cosplay HQ & Repair Room (Salon 1) Any attendee in Cosplay

Cosplay Contest

Sponsored by Red Moon Cosplay Solutions & Gallery Panda

Our main event! Ryu's Chibi Parade will take place first followed by our walk-on entrants and skit performances.
  • Registration is online until July 5, 2023, or in person Friday 2:00pm to 6:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am to 12:00pm in the Cosplay HQ & Repair Room (Salon 1).
  • Check-in and pre-judging is Saturday 10:00am - 1:00 pm in the Cosplay HQ & Repair Room (Salon 1). Pre-judging is optional but you must check-in in order to participate!
  • The Cosplay dress rehearsal is from 1:30pm to 2:30pm in the Main Events  (Hall D). 
  • Showtime is Saturday 3:00pm - 5:00pm in Main Events (Hall D)
  • Open to anyone in Cosplay willing to go on stage!
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Cosplay Craftsmanship Contest

Sponsored by Red Moon Cosplay Solutions & Gallery Panda

This is a contest specifically for our talented craftsmen who have made their own Cosplay or props! There are no performances, no audience, just a friendly chat with our judges about how you made your Cosplay!
  • Registration is online or in person Sunday 10am - 12:30pm in Salon 13+14
  • Judging time is Sunday 10am - 1pm in Salon 13+14
  • Open to those who have made 80% or more of their Cosplay
  • No performance is required.
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Crossplay Contest

The Crossplay Contest is a delightful event where you'll have the chance to embody your cosplay character in three rounds of improv games. Our esteemed judges and audience will determine the victors, taking into account various criteria such as staying true to your character and showcasing your humorous side. Get ready for a crossplay experience like no other!

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Cosplay HQ & Repair Room

The Cosplay HQ & Repair Room will have some emergency supplies for you to patch your cosplay up. Note that this is not where you "make" your costume, this is only a place for you to repair your costume. Located in Salon 1 on the meeting room level.