2026 Main Stage Cosplay Contest Registration

2026 Main Stage Cosplay Contest Registration

Your passion and creativity are what make this event special, and we’re excited to celebrate the cosplay community with you.

Each year, we receive many talented applications. To ensure a fair review, all submissions are evaluated by a panel of outside judges and reviewed carefully, this is not a first-come, first-served process.

Please note: We will be accepting applications for two weeks following time of opening, Wednesday January 21st, and closing closing on Wednesday February 4th, 2026.

We truly appreciate the time, dedication, and artistry that go into every costume. Please take your time completing the application and sharing your work. No matter the outcome, thank you for being part of what makes LVL UP EXPO unforgettable.

Contestant Information
Full Name of Registrant*

Legal First NameLegal Last Name
- Legal Name
  
  First NameLast Name
- Legal Name
  
  First NameLast Name
- Legal Name
  
  First NameLast Name
- Legal Name
  
  First NameLast Name
- Cosplay / Stage Name(s)*
  The name(s) list here will serve as your announcement title(s) on stage.
- Primary Email*
  Please verify this email, as it will be our main method of communication with you.
- Level*
  Please see the rules to verify you level

Contest Registration
Pitch Portfolio

Download Template

You will be required to attach a pitch portfolio that must be 3-5 pages long in a PDF format. See the Pitch Portfolio Guidelines for more information.

It is HIGHLY recommended that you include progress photos. The judges will be strongly considering those who have made progress, although this is not mandatory.

Please upload PDFs ONLY.
Please only upload ONE Pitch Portfolio per entry/group.
Upload your Pitch Portfolio*

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What series are you cosplaying from?*
Character Name(s)*
Summary of your Skit*
This is for the coordinator to have a general understanding of your skit. For instance, Sailor Moon and Madoka meeting for lunch to discuss their experiences as magical girls, only for the conversation to take a humorous turn with some playful banter.
If applicable to the above, upload your General Release and Liability Form(s) here.

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