Cosplay Catwalk

Admire all the beautiful Cosplayers during the Cosplay Catwalk on the Main Stage or participate in the show by yourself. The Cosplay Catwalk takes place before the ‘big’ Cosplay Contest. In this stage program, cosplayers show their outfit to the audience in an accessible and accessible way.

Cosplayers will be on stage for a short moment and will do a so called walk on – walk off. In this way the participants rotate on stage to show their cosplay.

Do you want to show your cosplay to the audience on the Main Stage, but don’t want to participate in the “big” Cosplay Contest yet? Then the Cosplay Catwalk is perfect for you! The registrations for the winter edition are closed.

The Cosplay Catwalk is powered by Hype Creations.

Participate in the cosplay catwalk?

The Cosplay Catwalk is the warm-up act for the “big” Cosplay Contest. Grab your moment to shine on the Main Stage of Heroes Dutch Comic Con and show the audience what you’ve got and!

Register from August 16 to September 17.

Good to know

The Cosplay Catwalk is not a competition
The amount of places for the Cosplay Catwalk are limited. Register in time. You can register from August 16 to September 17.
There will be no pre-selection (that only applies to the Cosplay Contest).
The Cosplay Catwalk will be a so called “walk on – walk off”. You don’t have to prepare an act and get a short time to show your cosplay to the audience.
As a participant of the Cosplay Catwalk you have to comply with the rules regarding weapons and props.

Questions?

Please check the Cosplay FAQ below. Can’t find you question and answer? You can also ask you questions in this Facebook group.

FAQ: Cosplay in general

Can I take photos of cosplayers?

Most cosplayers would love to pose for or with you. Please do ask them first, and always be respectful.

Can I enlist for both the Cosplay Catwalk and the Cosplay Competition?

You can enlist for both editions. Do keep in mind that if you do, your Heroes Dutch Comic Con experience will revolve mostly around cosplay.

When will you contact me about my registration?

We will let you know if you’ve made it into Cosplay Contest or Catwalk as timely as possible. As we get a lot of registrations this may take a little while. However, should you think something went wrong, please send us an email via cosplay@dutchcomiccon.com.

When is a costume to obscene or provoking?

Heroes Dutch Comic Con is an all-age convention. All costumes must include a proper amount of skin coverage for public display, as we will have children present. When in doubt please contact Hype Creations via info@hype-creations.com or via their social media channels.

Is there something to drink backstage?

After registration you’ll receive a small bag including a drink and a snack.

FAQ: Cosplay Catwalk

How do you decide who is can and who can’t join the Cosplay Catwalk?

Due the many applications and to keep it accessible for everyone, the participants are randomly selected by our internal team.

Can I register with a group for the Cosplay Catwalk?

The amount of groups are limited to maintain a speedy event. If you want to register as a group please discuss this with Hype Creations. Do keep in mind that you have to register yourself first via the online form.

How much time does the Cosplay Catwalk require?

The catwalk is designed to give everyone a short moment in the spotlight. You are expected to be ready backstage 30 minutes before the event. After the event you are free to spend the day at the convention.

Can I wear my own designs on the Cosplay Catwalk?

You can wear your own creative designs, mash-ups, personal skins and anything else on the Cosplay Catwalk.

Can I participate in the Cosplay Catwalk with a bought design?

You can participate with a bought design. The catwalk allows all expressions of cosplay. You can wear a store bought costume, or mix and mash bought and created parts.

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