Heroes & Villains: Comic Con After Party

Embrace your inner hero or villain as you walk the red carpet, dance to your favorite pop culture anthems, and pose with your favorite cosplay characters all with a Gotham city view that the Dark Knight would go batty over. Show off your costume in our cosplay contest for a chance to win cash prizes and capture your experience with our themed photo ops.

What’s the space like?

Harbor is Hells Kitchen's premier event space with panoramic city views and a clear sightline of the Hudson River. This iconic rooftop is located only a few blocks from the Javits Center and features state of the art sound and visual systems that take the party to the next level. Enjoy seasonal cocktails and speciality themed drinks from multiple bars while tearing up the dance floor and exploring some of our vendor stations.

What should I wear?

Costumes are encouraged, but not mandatory. NYCC badge not required.

What are the vibes/music?

Top NYC DJs spin tracks ranging from classic geek anthems and throwbacks to the latest hits, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to groove to.

What’s included in the ticket price?

• Walk the exclusive ‘Heroes & Villains’ red carpet (8-11pm)
• Enter the costume contest for your chance to win cash prizes
• Capture your night with professional photography
• Dance to multiple DJs spinning your favorite hits

Transportation?

Conveniently located a short walk or car service ride from the Javits Center

-> Uber/Lyft/Taxi- to 621 W 46th St, New York, NY

-> Walk- Exit the Javits center and walk North along 11th Ave until you reach 46th St. Turn left on 46th St heading West. Harbor will be on your right hand side.

Cosplay Contest Rules:

• Sign ups begin at 8PM
• 1st round begins at 8:30PM and will take place on the red carpet for approximately 1 hour
• Final round will take place on the main stage
• Cash prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place
• The winner will be determined by a scoring panel made of judges
• Scoring will be based on the following criteria: costume craftsmanship (props, wigs, clothing), attitude on stage while wearing costume, overall appearance, overall attitude
• The costumes may be from a published character or original works
• No pyrotechnics, fire, explosive devices, live animals, or similar special effects
• Contestants may not fire or throw anything into the crowd
• Each contestant may enter only one costume into the competition

This event is 21+

No Refunds, All Sales Final: Unforeseen circumstances beyond our control will not be grounds for a refund, including but not limited to the following: local or national weather conditions, natural disasters, waiting in lines, extended waits in lines, family emergencies, medical emergencies including COVID-19 results, employment issues including layoffs, traffic, parking, public or private transportation issues, etc. If you purchased for the incorrect date, location, event, etc, we are not obligated to provide a refund, credit, exchange or transfer. We reserve the right to refuse entry to any ticket-holder, without a refund, for any reason, including but not limited to: disorderly behavior, failing to comply with the rules of the venue, incorrect attire, intoxication, venue capacity, breach of security, and other restrictions. You are aware that Talent is subject to change without notice, which is not grounds for a refund. You are aware that amenities promised are not guaranteed and are not grounds for a refund. Dissatisfaction with any aspect of the event is not grounds for a refund, including but not limited to: music, DJ(s), decorations or lack thereof, party favors or lack thereof, beverages or lack thereof, alcohol selection, bar staff, food availability and selection, fellow patrons/attendees, venue staff, event staff, security, performances, ambiance, amenities, venue, check-in process, seating or lack of seating, wait in lines, emergency closures of event, delayed commencing of events, early ending of events, etc.PHOTO USE RELEASE FORMI, hereby grant and authorize FRONT SCTY INC the right to take, edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, distribute and make use of any and all pictures or video taken of me by FRONT SCTY INC photographers to be used in and/or for legally promotional materials including, but not limited to, newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures, advertisements, fundraising letters, annual reports, press kits and submissions to journalists, websites, social networking sites and other print and digital communications, without payment or any other consideration. This authorization extends to all languages, media, formats and markets now known or hereafter devised. This authorization shall continue indefinitely, unless FRONT SCTY INC otherwise revokes said authorization in writing. I understand and agree that these material shall become the property of FRONT SCTY INC and will not be returned. I hereby hold harmless, and release FRONT SCTY INC from all liability, petitions, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representative, executors, administrators, or any other persons may make while acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate.No outside cameras and flash photography permitted without purchase of media pass. Event is 21+

Host or Publisher Front Society