The Cosplay competition will take place Friday evening. Winners in each category will receive awards as well as prizes. The purpose of the competition is to provide an organized venue for individuals in Cosplay attire to showcase their talents and efforts with a large number of attendees in a fun and friendly environment. The event is designed for individuals or groups who wish to show off sewing, creativity, or craftsmanship skills. 2014 categories include: Anime/Manga; J-Rock/J-Pop; Videos Games; and Original/Other. Preregistration is required to compete.