

The Supanova Cosplay Competition is back for 2026, along with skits and performances, all hosted on the Sunday, 8th November! We’ve got some guidelines in place to help you (and us!) have the smoothest possible experience, so please check out the Cosplay Competition Rules & Regulations and as always ensure you follow our Weapons Policy so you’re all set for the event itself!
Supanova’s Cosplay Competition is evolving! We’re introducing Pro and Amateur divisions for single entrants, giving cosplayers the chance to compete alongside others with a similar level of experience. Each division will have its own Craftsmanship, Creativity and Judge’s Choice awards, while all entrants will still be in the running for Best in Show. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned maker, this new structure aims to celebrate the incredible talent and imagination of cosplayers at every level.

Want a more relaxed way to show off your cosplay! Come join the Cosplay Showcase on Saturday, 7th November. This low-stakes, low-stress event is open to cosplayers of all levels of experience to get on stage and strike a pose.

A returning fan-fave, Supanova Cosplay Dash is an exciting mini-event for cosplayers on Friday, 6th November! Open to everyone, this event gives you the opportunity to have a moment in the spotlight without the stress of skits or questions. Registrations are on the day, so head to Cosplay HQ first thing to get your name on the list!
We want to see your cosplans! Click or tap the below images and save the transparent PNGs to your device, and be sure to tag us at @supanovaexpo and use the #brisnova hashtag so we can see them!

| Friday, 6, November | |
| 2:00pm | Anime |
| 3:00pm | Gaming (At the Esports Stage) |
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| Saturday, 7 November | |
| 11:30am | HoYoverse (At the Esports Stage) |
| 12:30pm | Middle-earth Magic |
| 1:30pm | Idols & Vtubers |
| 2:30pm | Aliens & Sci-Fi |
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| Sunday, 8 November | |
| 11:00am | The Amazing Digital Circus |
| 12:00pm | Middle-earth Magic |
| 1:00pm | D&D, The Scoundrolls & More |
| 2:00pm | Marvel Vs. DC |

Cosplay HQ is the home of the Cosplay Repair Station, powered by The Cosplay Repair Guild! The Cosplay HQ Repair Station is here to help over the weekend for all cosplay repair problems. Our skilled team is able to assess and repair your costume, give you quality advice, and get you out and ready for your photo shoots and onto the stage for the competition.

Getting a costume together in time for an event is an achievement well worth celebrating by immortalising it with a fabulous photo! Our cosplay photobooth will be running all weekend and it’s a fantastic opportunity to come along, strike a pose, and have your photo taken by our Resident Cosplay Photographer Steamkittens!
Want to see more of his work? Check out our curated Steamkittens Gallery!






















