COSPLAY ATTRACTIONS

They’ve honed their craft and now they’re ready to share it with the world. Be in awe when you meet all of our talented cosplay guests. They’ll be photo ready and can’t wait for you to see them.

Check out the incredible costumes that cosplayers have created as they compete for glory in the 2024 FAN EXPO Chicago Cosplay Craftsmanship Cup.

Head to the Cosplay Showcase to see amazing outfits, props, and accessories created by local cosplayers in this museum style exhibition. Take pictures, learn from seasoned cosplayers, and get some inspiration for your next look.

From fabrication to acting, our lineup of pros are on hand to show you how to take your cosplay skills to the next level. Attend a panel, check out a demo, or meet one-on-one. Check the schedule closer to the show for specific topics, dates, and times.

No registration, no competition, no stress! The Cosplay Red Carpet is your chance to show off amazing Cosplay to all the fans, and get your free Cosplay Red Carpet photo from MoorCroft Photography. See below for Cosplay Red Carpet times.
Friday, August 16 - 5:30 PM
Saturday, August 17 - 3:30 PM
Sunday, August 18 - 1:30 PM

Put on your best costume and get ready to strike a pose solo or as a group with unique backdrops at our free Cosplay Photo Park. Share your epic snaps with us by using #FANEXPOChicago.

Are you a member of Class 1A searching for fellow heroes in training? A Jedi in need of an Order? Join our Cosplay Meetups, hosted by CosMeetUp Chicago, to get the ultimate group photo and meet fellow fans. Check the schedule closer to the show for specific days and times.

Get ready for FAN EXPO Chicago's cutest event, the Kids' Cosplay Red Carpet. Cheer on little ones as the take the spotlight on Sunday at 12:30 PM.

If you’ve ever wanted to see your fave fandom characters brought to life, you’ll want to check out our Cosplay Groups. Make friends from a galaxy far, far away, be enchanted by heroes and princesses, and even bust some ghosts. Check out all our amazing Cosplay Groups below:
501ST MIDWEST GARRISON
CHICAGO POC COSPLAYERS
CHICAGOLAND COSPLAY CREATIONS
COSMEETUP CHICAGO
THE FINEST G.I. JOE COSPLAY GROUP
HOOLIGANS IN-COSPLAY
LEAGUE OF ENCHANTMENT CHICAGO
MIDWEST COSTUMERS WITH A CAUSE
THE PROJECT COSPLAY PHOTOGRAPHY
WINDY CITY GHOSTBUSTERS