Saturday, August 9th
Step into the spotlight and show off your creativity at the Deep South Para-Comi-Con Cosplay Costume Contest! Whether you’re a first-time cosplayer or a seasoned costume designer, this is your chance to showcase your amazing work and compete for bragging rights.
Participants may enter one category only.
Beginner cosplayers who may use store-bought costumes or minor modifications primarily.
Intermediate cosplayers who have constructed approximately 25%–50% of their costume.
Advanced cosplayers who have crafted 50% or more of their costume and/or props.
1️⃣ Download the registration form below
OR
2️⃣ Pick up a form at the Deep South Cosplayer Booth
Booth Hours:
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
⚠️ Registration closes promptly at 1:30 PM
All contestants must arrive in full costume for a quick photo during registration.
Designers may have another person model their costume, but the designer must be present during judging to receive awards.
Costumes that have won awards in previous contests may not be entered.
Props must be made of safe materials such as foam or plastic and will be checked by event security.
Contest rules may be modified if necessary to ensure attendee safety.
📧 Questions:
Deepsouthparacomicon@gmail.com
Subject: Costume Contest
📧 Registration Status Inquiry:
Subject: DSPCC Costume Contest Enquiry
(Please allow up to 14 days for response)
Directors, board members, staff, and immediate family members of Deep South Para-Comi-Con are not eligible to participate in contests.
Immediate family includes spouses, parents, siblings, children, nieces/nephews, grandchildren, and grandparents through blood, marriage, in-laws, or adoption.
Have fun, be creative, and respect your fellow cosplayers! We can’t wait to see your incredible costumes at Deep South Para-Comi-Con!
1:30 PM
2:30 PM
4:00 PM
Winners will meet privately with the judges afterward for an informational panel.
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