NYC Cosplay Meetup

When May the Fourth (Star Wars Day) is on Saturday it coincides with another dress up event…the Kentucky Derby. Whether you are a Star Wars fan or want to show off fancy Derby outfit, log on to this event. Join us on Zoom to show off your hat, headwrap, fascinator, outfit or your best Star Wars cosplay. If you have pics you want to share with the group, there's a “share the screen” feature. Tell us about your Star Wars fandom and share your screen to show us your collectibles. Use your social media & pronouns in your screen name. New to Zoom, no worries we'll show you how. As always costumes, hats, are optional but it makes things more fun!
Disclaimer: This a fan event is not sponsored or affiliated with Star Wars, The Kentucky Derby or any of its properties. For entertainment purposes only.
The Kentucky Derby Day It’s a sporting event known for the well dressed crowd in big hats, beautiful fascinators and headpieces, fancy suits, dresses and drinks. It is a horse race takes place in Kentucky on the 1st Saturday in May and is known for celebrities.

Calling all my mythical melaninated Fae Folk! Are you ready for Black Fae Day (5/11)? Let's gather from all over the internet to celebrate all things for Ren Faire, the forest, fairycore, princesscore, Bridgerton, Downton Abbey, The Guilded Age, and all mythical melaninated folks. Grab your tiaras, fairy wings, crowns, horns, and fancy outfits. Cosplay is optional. All are welcome and please be respectful. No racism, violence, or adult content.

What do we do:
1. Introduce yourself, city, state, country (if outside of US)
2. Show & Tell: Show off your pics or appear live on camera. Load your pics on your device, we can show you how to "Share your screen". Let's talk about what your watching online in any genre. What are you making or plan to make, artwork or something you bought? Bring a project you to work on during the meetup
3. Optional - Cosplay & Group screenshot for social media, tags

What do you need:
No cost only register for the Zoom link. Download the free Zoom app before the meeting. Please able your mic and camera and add a name that you wish to use during the meeting. Social media name & pronouns are allowed in screen name. Each person will enter the virtual "waiting room". The host will let you in and please greet the host.

Artwork used with permission from the artist, IG: @seenyc212

Calling all fans of Anime, Manga, and Kawaii. This group's most popular online event is Anime Night. Let's get together talk about or even & cosplay from the comfort of home or mobile device. Connect from anywhere. Share your favorite characters – heroes or villains. Where do you get your content? Let us know what you’re streaming. If you want to share your screen to show off your pics. We encourage you to use your social media handles in your screen name. First time guests, say "hi" with camera on if possible. Join us any time during the Zoom. Sharing pics and videos may be enabled by the host. No racism, violence or adult content.

**Costumes are NOT required but it makes things more fun!
What do we do?
1. Introduce yourself. Where are you in the world?
2. What anime are you watching/plan to watch?
3. Where do you get your content?
4. Cosplay & Group screenshot for social media (optional)
5. Use your social media & pronouns in your Zoom name
Show off your cosplay, social media, get ideas, tell us what shows you’re streaming, find new friends/followers. We like to take a group pic of the event for Facebook & Instagram. Participation is optional.

Follow us at www.facebook.com/thecosplaymeet and www.instagram.com/thecosplaymeet
What do I need?
Download free ZOOM app on your laptop or mobile device. Have your camera on with good wi-fi.
You must RSVP with your email on Zoom. The link will be live on the day of the event only. The host will let you in.
Rules for this event:

1. Be Kind
2. No nudity
3. No blackface, cultural appropriation, racial stereotypes, memes, or jokes
4. No talk about religion or politics
5. No sexual harassment or bullying
6. Try not to use bad words
7. No hate speech or images
8. Turn on your camera and talk if video is not available
9. No disturbing images/videos/avatars
10. Have fun!

Violators will be subject to being removed from the call!