two cosplay events
1. COSPLAY University
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VIP Weekend Badge Holders only!
Get your class card and attend the required workshops throughout the weekend to graduate!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Location: Yakima Convention Center
DETAILS COMING SOON!
2. MAIN stage COSPLAY event
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Details TBA
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
(form coming soon!)
Location: Yakima Convention Center
(Time TBA)
JUDGED – PRIZES – FREE
ALL Cosplay Events are FREE to enter. HOWEVER, Cosplay University and the Main Stage Cosplay Event require General Admission to enter. Cosplay University requires VIP Weekend Badge to participate. For questions, contact us at development@rodshouse.org
Attend Cosplay University 2026!
Ready to earn your degree before the weekend is over?
Pick up your Student Record Card and collect stamps as you complete required core classes and elective coursework throughout Fan Fest NW. Whether you’re leveling up your cosplay skills, exploring new fandom interests, or trying something completely new, every class gets you one step closer to graduation!
Graduates receive:
✨ An exclusive badge ribbon
📜 A Graduation Certificate
🎉 Access to the Graduation Stage Celebration on Sunday
Meet fellow fans, learn something new, complete your coursework, and join the graduating class of Cosplay University 2026!
Who’s ready to graduate? 🎓🎉
NOTE: Cosplay University is exclusive to VIP Weekend Badge Holders and can be attended at no extra cost. Workshops are held on Saturday and Sunday. The graduation ceremony takes place on the main stage on Sunday.
More details to come!
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