April 12 - 14, 2024

Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

FAN EXPO Cleveland

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THE FAN EXPO Cleveland COSPLAY CRAFTSMANSHIP CUP

Cosplayers, get ready to show off your craftsmanship skills and compete for cosplay glory in the 2023 FAN EXPO Cleveland Cosplay Craftsmanship Cup!

NEW THIS YEAR! FAN EXPO Cleveland is happy to introduce a new Sustainability Award! Did you use recycled materials or environmentally friendly crafting methods in your cosplay? Be sure to complete the sustainable section of the application for your chance to win an additional $100.00 cash prize!

 

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REGISTRATION

Contest entrants must have a valid ticket for entry to FAN EXPO Cleveland on the day of the competition.

Entrants must be 13 years of age or older. Cosplayers 12 and under may compete in the Children’s Cosplay Contest on Sunday March 26th.


The FAN EXPO Cleveland contest participation is restricted to contestants who complete the online registration. Online registration is on a first come - first serve basis and is limited to 40 entries, individual or group. Once the cap has been reached, the remaining entrants will be placed on a Standby list and notified only if and when a spot opens up.


Registration reserves a spot in the contest; contestants are still required to complete a prejudging appointment earlier on the day of the event.

Online registration will require the following information for each participant:

  • Legal Name
  • Cosplay Name (optional)
  • Age
  • Division
  • Character
  • Each additional name, age, character of group members
  • A brief intro for the emcee to read as you appear on stage. Max 50 words.


NEW THIS YEAR! FAN EXPO Cleveland is happy to introduce a new Sustainability Award. Contestants who use environmentally friendly methods and materials are able to be considered for an additional $100.00 cash prize.