Calling all Cosplayers!

Get ready to show off your amazing creations in the Deep South Para Con Costume Contest on Saturday, August 9th!

Here’s the rundown:

• Contest Starts: 3:00 PM CST (Registration closes at 2:30 PM)
• Winners Announced: 5:00 PM CST on the Main Stage

Ready to join? Here’s how:

• Download your registration form below directly below or grab one at the Deep South Cosplayer booth between 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
• Registration closes at 2:30 PM sharp! Be sure to arrive in your full costume for a quick photo at registration.

Categories:

•  Children – ages 19 & under
• Novice – beginner cosplayers are permitted to showcase their character and costumes that have been made by in-store purchases.
• Journeyman – intermediate cosplayers that have constructed 25% – 50% of their costume designs may participate in this category.
• Professional – advanced cosplayers are likely to have crafted at least 50% of the presented character costume and/or prop designs

Cosplay Contest (Teen 13-19 years old): Show off your amazing cosplay skills!

Cosplay Contest (Adult): Let’s see what the grown-up cosplayers have been working on!

Here are the rules to keep in mind:

• Cosplay Models: The designer of a costume can have someone else model it, but they must be present at judging to receive any awards.
• Previously Awarded Costumes: You can’t enter a costume that’s won a previous contest.

General Costume Rules:

• Shoes are required: Even if your character goes barefoot, you gotta wear shoes in public areas.
• Keep it PG-13: No costumes that are too revealing.
• Big costumes? Big responsibility: If your costume is bulky, make sure you can see where you’re going and have an escort if needed. Also, take steps to avoid overheating.
• Safety first! No sharp objects, real weapons (use safer alternatives like foam or plastic!), or props that create fog, fire, smoke, or bad smells. Security will check all props for safety.
• Respect others: No threatening behavior with props, and be polite when asking for photos. Cosplayers often love to share their creations with respectful fans!

Important Notes:

• These rules can be changed to ensure everyone’s safety.
• Questions? Email “Costume Contest” to Deepsouthparacomicon@gmail.com
• Check your registration status by emailing “DSPCC Costume Contest Enquiry” to Deepsouthparacomicon@gmail.com (allow 14 days for a response)
• Let it be known that any directors, board members, staff, and the immediate family of Deep South Para-Comi-Con are not eligible to participate in cosplay or any other contests for Deep South Para-Comi-Con. Immediate family members constitute spouses, parents, siblings, children, nieces/nephews, grandchildren, and grandparents. Such relationships may be through blood, current/past marriage, in-laws, or adoption.

Most importantly, have fun and be respectful!

See you there!