Fresno Comic Expo
Cosplay Contest Rules

The Cosplay Contest is a competitive event that brings local and out of state fans and cosplayers to compete in costume competition. This is a kid’s friendly event.

Cosplay Contest will have 5 contest categories:
Best in Show, Best Creative, Best Build, Best Craft, Best Novice,

  • By signing up to join the contest you are agreeing to adhere to these rules.
  • Be respectful of your fellow cosplayer (and our team!)
  • Please write legibly on sign-up sheet! This ensures that the show goes as smoothly as possible.
  • There will only be up to 50 available slots on the sign up! A location of the cosplay signups will be provided at the convention.
  • Fresno Comic Expo, team will not be able to provide any music changes or lighting cues. Unfortunately, we are also unable to take music requests or submissions, as well.
  • Skits will not be possible during the show. Just pose and show off your creativity and personality in the time provided!
  • Remember your place in line. This also ensures that the show runs smoothly.
  • During the contest, enter and exit the stage at designated points only, unless inaccessible. Follow coordinators directions.
  • Pre-judging Saturday from 1:00am to Sunday 1:00pm. Cosplay Judge TBA.
  • Registration will be held in the Gaming Hall.
  • Check-in 40mins before Cosplay Contest
  • Have fun! We love seeing you all!
  • If you are interested in participating, please follow the rules and direction from staff!

Open for everyone at all levels, Sunday Cosplay Contest pre-judging is required to enter the contest. Cosplay book is not required but would be review by judges if brought. We are looking forward to seeing everyone cosplay at Fresno Comic Expo

  • AWARDS
    • Best in Show | Trophy + Prize
    • Best Creative |Trophy + Prize
    • Best Build |Trophy + Prize
    • Best Craft |Trophy + Prize
    • Best Novice |Trophy + Prize

Prejudging will begin on Saturday 15th at 1:00pm to Sunday 16th 1:00 pm for (Saturday Cosplay Contest).

Pre-judging locations to be announced.

Top awards, cosplayers must make at least 75% or more of the costume to qualified for the top awards. We suggest that you bring your cosplay book for judging. Be honest on what you made and if other parts were bought or commissions. No liquid or hazardous materials are used on stage.

  • Please note, if your costume has won a major award before Fresno Comic Expo or another cosplay competition, you are NOT eligible for any awards in this contest, but you may still enter as a showcase piece. Rule breakers will be disqualified.

Registration to be announced.

Cosplay Contest Signups will require the cosplay character name, name of the anime show which the character is from. Your first and last name.

Cosplay Contest starts at 4:00pm. Please arrived 40mins or earlier to check-in.

Fresno Comic 2025.
Prizes and Awards are subject to change.

  • AWARDS
    • Best in Show | Trophy + Prize
    • Best Creative |Trophy + Prize
    • Best Build |Trophy + Prize
    • Best Craft |Trophy + Prize
    • Best Novice |Trophy + Prize