Our Cosplay Contest is a display of craftsmanship, passion, and artistry, bringing together a diverse community of cosplayers who breathe life into characters. Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer or a first-timer, this is your moment to shine.

Our contest is more than just a competition – it’s a celebration of creativity, individuality, and the vibrant spirit of fandom. Join us in an inclusive environment where cosplayers of all skill levels can express themselves, share their passion, and forge connections with like-minded attendees.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the ultimate cosplay experience. Step into the spotlight, embody your favorite characters, and let your creativity soar at TooManyGames, the Greater Philadelphia’s biggest gaming convention – where cosplay dreams come to life!

Watch the 2023 Cosplay Contest

2024 Cosplay Contest

Date: Sunday June 30th, from 2 PM to 4 PM
Place: TooManyGames, 100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA 19456 – Stage (TBD)
Sign Ups: Sign ups will be by QR code at the show itself on Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning.

Host:
LadyLavinias is an influencer manager for Gamesight, working directly with Wizards of the Coast for both Magic: the Gathering Arena and Dungeons & Dragons. She also currently manages the Dungeons & Dragons TikTok. She is an Award Winning Cosplayer.

Judges:
Scarlett Rose (aka Jenna Caine) is a professional cosplayer, award winning IMDB credited voice actor, and content creator. She loves all aspects of sewing, hand stitching, armor building, and leather tooling.  Scarlett grew up influenced by video games and multiple fandoms such as Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, League of Legends, and Star Wars. Her love of fandoms began at the age of four. At that age, she also began to teach herself to mimic multiple different voices in shows and movies. So began her love of voice acting and theater. She loves the female warrior aspect of different characters.  Learn more about her here.

Siddeeqah Love is an award-winning cosplayer and seamstress with an affinity for bringing her Dungeons and Dragons personas to life. She is the founder of Cosplay Coded, an educational STEM organization with a cosplay twist and the Events Director for Philadelphia’s own Head Nerds in Charge. Learn more about her here.

Jessi is a New Jersey-based fusion dance teacher, performer, artist, and cosplayer. Will she be in an elaborate costume, or something comfortable? She’ll figure it out days before the convention – nothing like the con-crunch. She is a founding member of the fusion dance group “The Gerudo Vagrants” that regularly feature cosplay in their performances, and has been featured at various East Coast conventions and productions.  Learn more about her here.

Categories & Prizing are as follows:
Novice – $50 Gift Card, 2 tickets to TooManyGames 2025 and a trophy
Journeyman – $50 Gift Card, 2 tickets to TooManyGames 2025 and a trophy
Master – $50 Gift Card, 2 tickets to TooManyGames 2025 and a trophy
Kids under 13 – $25 Roblox Gift Card, 2 tickets to TooManyGames 2025 and a trophy

Rules: 

  • One costume entry per person.
  • All cosplayers must register by 12 PM on Sunday and arrive to the stage location (TBD) by 1:30 PM, no exceptions.
  • No contestants will be allowed to enter the contest after the contest has begun.
  • All contestants and those who accompany them must have a TooManyGames badge.
  • Cosplay Contest Judges/Host reserve the right to move contestants into a different category other than submitted on a case by case basis
  • A parent or guardian must accompany all youth in the “13 and under” category for the entirety of the show.
  • Please keep it PG-13. This is a family friendly convention. No Nudity, Profanity, or otherwise inappropriate behavior.
  • Contestants must abide by all rules and convention policies.
  • The cosplay contest will potentially be filmed and/or photographed and these items maybe used for future promotions. By entering this contest, you do so with the understanding that permission is given to use these images in the future.

TooManyGames Harassment Policy

TooManyGames is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference (without a refund) at the discretion of the conference organizers.

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

  • Verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion.
  • Sexual images in public spaces
  • Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
  • Harassing photography or recording
  • Sustained disruption of talks or other events
  • Inappropriate physical contact
  • Unwelcome sexual attention
  • Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior

Cosplay Weapon Rules

  • No Live Steel – including swords, bayonets, and knives (sheathed or not), star knives, metal armor, any objects made of metal that have an edge (sharp or not)
  • No Projectile Weapons of any kind – including but not limited to – airsoft guns, bb guns, pellet guns, crossbows, dart guns, blowguns, water guns, pistols, stun guns, and tasers. Exception to the rule is guns with an orange non removable tip and if they have no movable parts.
  • No Real Bows or authentic arrows
  • No Nunchaku – of any kind will be permitted. A nunchaku is defined as two sticks with a short chain or rope in between.
  • No explosives or chemicals – of any kind including, but not limited to: sparklers, smoke powder or fireworks.
  • If the item is illegal in the State of Pennsylvania, it is illegal inside of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.
  • If you have any questions about our weapons policy, please email info@toomanygames.com.