Cosplay Policy

HarmonyCon welcomes all cosplayers! We want to provide a fun and safe environment for everyone, so there are a few requirements when it comes to dressing up:

• Nothing that looks like a weapon! The Dallas Hyatt has police onsite and we do not want any issues or altercations with them!

• No sharp protrusions

• No projectiles

• No laser pointers or lights that can hurt or damage eyes

• Keep costumes family-friendly (swimsuit areas well-covered, no profanity or offensive symbols)

• Nothing representing hateful/discriminating organizations. If we see this happening, the cosplayer will have their badge revoked.

• No bare feet.

• Your costume should not obstruct views or bump into people due to size, visibility, or maneuverability during panels and events.

• All costumes must comply with local laws
  
  

Cosplay Contest 

The HarmonyCon Cosplay Contest will be held Saturday, February 3 at 3 PM. There is mandatory pre-judging beginning at 1:00 PM in the Autograph Room. Contest registration forms will be available at the Registration Desk. The judges are Crackle's Cousin Cosplay, TerraKlysh, and Bunny Inkwell who are all excited to see you there! Bolt the Super Pony will be the contest DJ. 

Cosplay Contest Rules

• In order to compete, all entrants must complete an entry form and appear at both prejudging and stage presentation to compete.

• All skill levels and cosplays are welcome from closet cosplay to fully crafted.

• All cosplays must remain G rated, all private parts are fully covered; no offensive cosplays.

• No stage effects such as smoke, flash bombs, glitter bombs, or anything noisy, messy, or seizure risk.

• Cosplayers are responsible for their own safety and the safety of those around them, handlers are permitted if needed.

• Cosplayers are to respect each other and the judges' decisions. Inappropriate behavior towards fellow contestants or judges may ban participants from future competition or further action taken as necessary.

• All ICG guidelines will be followed for fair and equitable competition, etiquette, and procedures.

• Closet Cosplays and cosplays from outside MLP are allowed.

• Purchased or commission cosplays or those made by another must be indicated as such, and the maker must be present to win.

Cosplay Contest Categories 

• Youth: 17 and under regardless of cosplay experience level

• Novice: new to cosplay or unawarded 1st in any previous competition

• Intermediate: experienced cosplayer or have won 1st in Novice previous but not in  Intermediate, Advanced, or Masters, or best in show

• Masters: experienced cosplayer with previous 1st in Intermediate or Best in show or previous Master level competition entries