DESTINATION COSPLAY
Anime NYC’s home for all things cosplay!
As featured in New York Magazine, this is where cosplay creativity comes to life, from immersive photo sets, fan meetups, to repair support, and our iconic Cosplay Masquerade. Don’t miss it all at Destination Cosplay!
Destination Cosplay Area Highlights
Photo by Ellie Forte for EnVi Media
Cosplay Masquerade
When: Saturday, August 22
Where: Main Stage
Anime NYC’s Masquerade is THE can’t-miss event of the weekend! Watch incredible performers take the stage in their biggest and brightest anime-themed cosplay. Our contestants will be competing for fabulous prizes, awards, and (of course) fame, honor, and glory!
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Cosplay Meetups
Celebrate your favorite fandom and make a new friend
Showcase your incredible cosplay skills, make new friends, capture pictures of these incredible moments, and immerse yourself in a world of anime magic.
Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer or just starting out, we welcome you with open arms to be a part of Anime NYC’s Cosplay Meetups! Applications are now closed, but look out for the SCHEDULE COMING SOON!
Cosplay Repair
Powered by the Paladins of Cosplay
Anime NYC is excited to partner with the Paladins of Cosplay once more to assist our cosplay community with tears, rips, popped seams and more. If you’re in need of a little cosplay fix, then head to Cosplay Repair.
Looking for a costume change? There are also changing stalls located in the space, so you can cosplay up or dress down, whatever you’re in the mood for! Stay flawless as you cosplay your heart out during Anime NYC and trust that there’s always someone in Cosplay Repair who has your back and can get your cosplay back up to presentable in no time.
Cosplay Applications
Cosplay Guest Judge for the Masquerade
Thank you for your interest in being a Cosplay Guest Judge for our Masquerade! Please note that this is a rolling application that is kept open all year long and for every show year. You may not receive any response from us if you fill out this form. We will only reach out to you if we are interested in having you as a judge. We do appreciate your understanding.