Calling all cosplayers! The Comic-Con International 2026 Masquerade is a highly anticipated on-stage costume competition that has been a tradition at the convention since 1974.
This year's event will take place on Saturday, July 25, starting at 8:30 PM in the San Diego Convention Center's Ballroom 20. The competition will feature a variety of costumes, from impressive re-creations of movies, television, anime, comic books, and video games to completely original designs.
The event will include costume presentations, intermission entertainment, and an awards presentation, all accompanied by special music and lighting effects. The emcee for the event will be Phil Foglio, a five-time Hugo Award-winning artist and writer.
