Embrace your Creativity
Bring your favorite fandom character to life! York Cosplay is a program for teens that’s all about fostering authenticity, inclusivity, and confidence through creative self-expression.
Through expert-led workshops and events, you’ll learn about cosplay design & fabrication, fandom, and more – all with the goal of helping you put together your own cosplay look for the Teen Cosplay Fashion Show on December 13, 2025!
Register to attend the York Cosplay! Con
- The Teen Cosplay Fashion Show
- Selfie stations
- Panel discussions
- A fandom trade table
- Artist Alley
Sign up below (registration opens soon), and be sure to tell your friends!
2025 Con Schedule
The 2025 Con and Fashion Show will be held on December 13, 2025, from 11am to 3pm (Fashion Show runs 2-3pm).
Event Highlights
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Trade Table — bring items you don’t want any more (manga, trading cards, keychains, plushies, figurines of characters, or any other fandom-related item) and trade with other teen cosplayers
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Panel Discussions on cosplay-related topics for parents
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Teen Cosplay Showcase
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Artist Alley
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… and more!
Workshops
Show off your creativity during the Teen Cosplay Fashion show at Martin Library! No experience necessary to participate; however, participants are invited to attend any of the fall workshops to prepare for the show.
September 6, 10:30am-1:00pm
Workshop & Open Studio
Registration opens August 11
What happens at the York Cosplay: Teen Fashion Show?
- Teens participating in the Fashion Show arrive at 10:30AM for a dress rehearsal before doors open at 11AM.
- Teens will enter the room, one-by-one, like models in a runway show.
- An MC will introduce them by name and tell the audience a bit about their cosplay costume while the teen walks and poses in character.
- Once all teens walk the runway, they will enter the room together for the big finale.
- Audience members of all ages are welcome to wear costumes too!
- After the show, there will be time to pose for photos.
Guidelines to Participate in York Cosplay: Teen Fashion Show 2025
- Ages 12-18
- Register online (Deadline to be determined)
- All participants agree to being photographed and videotaped for Internet usage
- All cosplay props must be obviously fake and non-functioning. (Example: a bow cannot shoot arrows)
- No glitter, confetti, pyrotechnics, live flame, or smoke generators of any kind
- No electrical power connections will be provided. Power must be part of costume design.
- Costume and props can be handmade, adapted clothing and found objects, rented, or bought.
- York County Libraries is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not sure what “Cosplay” is or how to participate? Read below!