Cosplay NYC Relaunch Event And Book Drive

Welcome to the Cosplay NYC Relaunch Event And Book Drive! Join us at Collective Kind Montessori @ Fort Greene for a day filled with cosplay fun and giving back. Whether you're a seasoned cosplayer or just getting started, this event is perfect for all fans of dressing up as their favorite characters. Don't forget to bring a book to donate to our book drive, helping to spread the love of reading to others. Get ready for a day of creativity, community, and cosplay!

CosplayNYC is deeply committed to literacy and storytelling. This year, all donated books will be distributed to local anime clubs in NYC middle and high schools, helping cultivate a love of reading, creativity, and cultural appreciation among young fans.

No book? No problem.
You may give a suggested donation of $10 at the door in place of a book. All contributions go directly to our literacy and community arts programming.

🎫 General Admission: Free — First come, first served
✨ Suggested Donation: $10 (if you are not bringing a book)
🌟 VIP Admission: $35
Includes:

• A curated Japanese snack box
• Priority entrance line
• Additional perks to be announced!

VIP tickets are limited and highly recommended for families and dedicated fans looking for an enhanced experience.

🎨 What to Expect at the Event

🖌 Creation Zone: A hands-on crafting and imagination area for kids and teens

🎭 Cosplay Fun: Wear your favorite character look—family-friendly costumes only!

🎁 Silent Auction & Raffles: Win unique prizes from local creators

📖 Book Donation Drop: Support NYC anime clubs through literacy

🤝 Community Vendors & Artists: Discover local creatives and small businesses

📸 Photo Oportunity: Capture the magic of your cosplay with friends

💬 Meet & Mingle: Connect with fans, families, and creators across NYC

This relaunch event is built to bring people together through culture, artistry, and the joy of storytelling. Celebrate our relaunch, support local school anime clubs, and help us reignite a community built on creativity, imagination, and heart.

Bring a book, bring a friend, and bring your passion for cosplay—see you there!

CosplayNYC Inc.

Creativity. Community. Culture.

⚠️ Event Policies & Disclaimers

To ensure a safe and respectful environment for all attendees, please review the following policies. By attending the event, you agree to abide by them:

1. Dress Code: All attendees must wear age-appropriate and family-friendly attire. Cosplay is encouraged, but costumes must be appropriate for a multi-age event.
2. Venue Respect: Any damage to the venue or its property may result in monetary penalties or removal from the event. Please treat the space with care.
3. Photography & Videography By entering the event, you grant CosplayNYC permission to photograph and/or record video of you for promotional and archival purposes. If you prefer not to be documented, please inform staff upon arrival.
4. Safety & Conduct Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior of any kind will not be tolerated.
5. Props must be peace-bonded; no live steel, projectiles, or realistic weapons permitted.
6. Children must remain under the supervision of a parent or guardian at all times.
7. Pets are NOT ALLOWED in the venue
8. CosplayNYC Reserves the Right to remove any attendee who violates event policies.

Founded in 2011, CosplayNYC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth and families through cosplay, creativity, and literacy.

Our past initiatives include:
🌟 The League of Conventions (2020): A collaboration with AnimeNEXT, ConnectiCon, Kogaracon, and MAGFest raising funds for charity
👘 Stony Brook University’s Sakura Matsuri Cosplay Fashion Show (2018–Present)
🎌 ShikkariCon (2021–Present)
📚 Publications: Summer 2011 - Fall 2016 ; Summer 2020 - Spring 2021

CosplayNYC is committed to building safe, creative spaces where imagination drives learning and community connection.

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Host or Publisher Sereene Anderson