The Cosplay Alliance Elite Team stands at the forefront of competitive cosplay—an exclusive collective of high-caliber creators known for their showmanship, craftsmanship, and commanding presence on and off the convention floor. Handpicked for their innovation, performance quality, and commitment to excellence, this team brings unmatched credibility and insight to the judging table.
With years of combined experience, viral recognition, and a deep understanding of character embodiment, the Elite Team sets the standard for what it means to not just wear a costume, but to own the stage.
Their sharp eye for detail and passion for the craft make them the ideal force to lead the Horror Cosplay Showdown, where transformation meets competition—and only the boldest rise.
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Age categories: Adults 16 & older, Kids 15 & under.
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This cosplay competition is strictly Horror.
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You can compete solo or with a group of friends. Note: If competing as a group in the Adult Showdown, the prize money will be awarded as a single payout to the group. It is the responsibility of the group members to divide the winnings among themselves.
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Pre-Judging. To avoid repetitive characters, we will be pre-judging (if applicable) before the show and choose 1-2 to compete. Kids category will have no restrictions, and also no pre-judging.
(Adult Showdown Only)
Our Cosplay Alliance Elite Team will be evaluating each contestant with a professional and competitive lens. As this is a high-stakes competition for a $500 grand prize, participants should come prepared to showcase not just a costume—but a full character experience.
Judging criteria will include:
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Originality & Creativity
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Character Performance
Posing alone isn’t enough. Judges will be looking for how well you embody your character through expressions, movement, and presence. Show them you are the character. -
Craftsmanship Knowledge
Expect to be asked about your costume: how it was made, the materials used, and what level of work was done by you or others. Judges value hands-on effort and technical skill.
Online registration is now open for the Horror Cosplay Showdown!
Online registration will close on Thursday, September 4 at 11:59 PM (CST).
On-site Registration
Will be available on Friday, September 5, starting at 5:00 PM and closing on Saturday, September 6 at 4:30 PM.
Participants must report to the Tribe 3 Productions booth to sign up in person.
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Once registered, we encourage you to arrive and check in at the Tribe 3 Productions booth, 30 to 45 minutes before the competition begins.
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Saturday General Admission or Weekend Pass is required to attend/compete.
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Tribe 3 Productions LLC and Milwaukee Horror Con Fall Fest (Horror Cosplay Showdown) reserve the right to use any photograph and/or video taken at the event without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. Tribe 3 Productions LLC / Milwaukee Horror Con Fall Fest may use photography/videography in publications or any media material produced, including, but not limited to: social media, brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, and websites.
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By attending Horror Cosplay Showdown, patrons agree to release, hold harmless and indemnify Tribe 3 Productions LLC / Milwaukee Horror Con Fall Fest from any and all claims involving the use of guest's picture or likeness.
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Any person or organization not affiliated with Tribe 3 Productions LLC may not use, copy, alter or modify photographs, graphics, videography or other similar reproductions or recordings without the advance written permission of an authorized designee from Tribe 3 Productions LLC.
Thank you for your understanding and for supporting Horror Cosplay Showdown!
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