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Supanova Cosplay Showcase
Registration (Melbourne 2026)

What is the Supanova Cosplay Showcase?

The Supanova Cosplay Showcase is a blend of our Cosplay Odyssey, Cosplay Competition, and Cosplay Dash events. Wear your best costumes, strut your stuff and strike a pose, it’s all about you under the bright lights of our main stage.

Here’s a quick rundown on what’s involved.

  • Supanova Cosplay Showcase will run on Saturday Afternoon!
  • No skits or performances.
  • Solo or Group entries accepted.
  • Groups are hard capped at a maximum of four (4) people.
  • No bought costumes. (See FAQ below for more details)
  • Five (5) lucky entrants will be randomly selected to win a double pass to a future Supanova Event of their choosing!
  • Pre-registration encouraged, as spots will fill fast.
  • Entrants are encouraged to submit a few dot points about their costume during online registration for our Cosplay MC to read while they’re posing on stage.
  • Small number of reserve spots available on each day.

How do I sign up?

Please make sure you have read the Cosplay Showcase Rules & Regulations and Cosplay Guidelines & Weapons Policy  pages before completing the form below. If you don’t read them, you may not be able to enter the competition.

Registration Deadlines

Registration is slated to close at 11:59pm AEST on Sunday, 5th April, but may close sooner if the competition is filled to capacity. Please note that once the pre-registration form closes, no further entries will be accepted online, and you will need to visit Cosplay HQ before 12:00pm on the day in order to add your name to the reserve list.

FAQ

  1. What do I need to do before the competition?
    Fill in the form below, and check in at Cosplay HQ before 12PM on the day!
  2. Where do I go for marshalling?
    Your will be told when and where to go when you check in. Please listen carefully and follow all instructions provided to you at marshalling.
  3. What costumes can I wear?
    Anything that complies with our Cosplay Guidelines is acceptable.
  4. What about bought costumes?
    Unfortunately you won’t be eligible to participate in the new Cosplay Showcase. We prefer it if you make your costume yourself, or if a bought costume has been significantly altered. Buying individual items to create something unique is totally fine! Please speak to someone at Cosplay HQ when checking in if you’re unsure.
  5. Will my weapons or props get confiscated?
    As long as your props comply with our Weapons Policy, you won’t run into any issues.
  6. Can I do a performance?
    There are no performances in this competition, just walk on, strike some poses for our photographers, and walk off.
  7. What if my costume is busted on the day?
    Supanova has a Cosplay Repair Station which can be found at Cosplay HQ. 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.

Registration Form

All fields must be filled out for your application to be successful. One entry per person. If you are registering for a group, please make sure only one application is submitted per group, as multiple applications received for single groups may result in that registration being declined.

Please help us in getting you registered smoothly by accurately completing this form.

Supanova Cosplay Showcase Registration - Melbourne 2026

Registration Form for the Supanova Melbourne 2026 Cosplay Showcase!

  • Please note: Due to stage sizing, there is a maximum of four (4) group members allowed to be on-stage at once.
  • Unfortunately, 100% bought costumes are not eligible to participate in the Cosplay Showcase; however, partially bought/altered costumes will be accepted, as long as we can see you’ve brought your own unique flair to it!
    Please speak to someone at Cosplay HQ when checking in if you’re unsure.
  • Do you have any difficulties in seeing as a result of your costume? Whether it's a giant EVA foam construct, tactical helmet, amazing facemask, or otherwise?
    Please let us know and we'll be able to assist you up and down the stairs to the stage!
  • Does your outfit make walking a little difficult, whether through leg prosthetics, shoe choices, massive wings or otherwise?
    Please let us know and we'll be able to assist you up and down the stairs to the stage!
  • Are you sporting an awesome 9ft tall giant robot suit, a massive suit of power armour, or other large/bulky costume?

    Let our staging team know in advance so we can better try and accommodate you during the competition by checking the box below!
  • We have a wonderful team on standby in case you need a little help getting on or off stage for any reason, so please let us know if you need it and we'll be happy to assist.
  • Fill out the boxes below with a few dot points about your costume! Whether you love the costume as a whole, or there's something you're really proud of (like if it has pockets!), and our MC will read it out while you're on stage!Just want to get on stage and do your thing? Simply type N/A in the boxes.
  • Unfortunately you won't be eligible to participate in the new Cosplay Showcase with a bought/purchased costume.We prefer it if you make your costume yourself, or if a bought costume has been significantly altered. Please speak to someone at Cosplay HQ on the day if you're unsure.

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