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HalloWeird Artist Alley [Bayonne, New Jersey] - 10/24
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00 PMThe Anime Gala - NYC, Times Square
Sun, Nov 8, 1:00 AM
Cosplay Photo Mixer in New York
Fri, Nov 6, 11:00 PMJoin us on **Friday, November 6th, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM** for a high-energy Cosplay Photography Mixer at FD Photo Studios, LIC. We’re opening **three completely different studios** so you can shoot your character in multiple distinct worlds in one evening: **[LIC 2 -](https://www.fdphotostudio.com/studio-rent/nyc-studio-2/)**[ ](https://www.fdphotostudio.com/studio-rent/nyc-studio-2/)**[The Urban Loft](https://www.fdphotostudio.com/studio-rent/nyc-studio-2/)** Wood platform, exposed-brick details, and a stylish lounge chair. Ideal for character storytelling, contemporary cosplay, fantasy-inspired looks, and editorial portraits. **[LIC 4 – The RGB Action Stage](https://www.fdphotostudio.com/studio-rent/ny-studio-4/)** Blackout studio featuring RGB lighting, illuminated X-walls, and concrete textures. Perfect for cyberpunk, anime, superheroes, villains, and dramatic cinematic portraits. **[LIC 5 – The Artistic Set](https://www.fdphotostudio.com/studio-rent/ny-studio-5/)** Bright studio featuring a hand-painted artistic wall, natural light, wood floors, and a circular LED installation. Great for colorful characters, creative concepts, anime-inspired portraits, and playful editorial shots. Whether you’re a **cosplayer** who wants to finally get the shots your character deserves, a **photographer** looking for unique environments and strong portfolio pieces, or a creative team wanting fresh content, this event is designed for you. **Tickets** Photographers $30 Cosplayers & Models $20 Duo Ticket for Two $40 Trio Ticket for Three $55 *Join this event on Meetup, and we will send you payment instructions.* **Who this is for** Open to heroes, villains, and everything in between… cosplayers, photographers, videographers, models, actors, HMUAs, dancers, brands, stylists, designers, producers, and anyone building a portfolio or looking for fresh content. If you've been meaning to book studio time, try a new collaboration, or meet the NYC creative community, this is the way to do it. Cosplay is strongly encouraged (but not required). Bring your own costumes or collaborate with others on-site. **How it works** This is a collaborative group mixer. Please share the space respectfully and work together creatively. A few things to know going in: * **Studios are shared.** Please rotate between the studios so everyone gets time. * **Models and photographers are not provided or guaranteed.** You may bring your own team or collaborate with creatives you meet at the event. FD provides the space and available lighting, and grip equipment. * **Photo participation**. By default, attendees may photograph and be photographed. * **Model releases or commercial agreements** are handled directly between participants. FD provides the space but does not mediate individual arrangements. * Attendees are **responsible for their own equipment**, personal items, and personal safety during the event. Our host will be on-site throughout to help with anything you need. Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, personal items, and personal safety during the event. Our host will be on-site throughout to help with anything you need. Please note: The event organizer reserves the right to reschedule or cancel the event if needed. All registered participants will be notified promptly. See you at the studio on Nov 6th!
![Big Apple Holiday Con [IRL event]](https://secure-content.meetupstatic.com/images/classic-events/496989519/600x338.webp?w=3840)
Big Apple Holiday Con [IRL event]
Sat, Nov 21, 5:00 PMGet tickets at [https://www.bigapplecc.com/](https://www.bigapplecc.com/). The Wydham New Yorker Hotel 481 8th Ave at W 34th St New York, NY 10001 This con has a kids and adults cosplay contest. The 2nd floor has the event space. A diverse group of different cosplayers from DC, Marvel, Anime, Gaming, etc. No meetup place scheduled but have fun if you go. Tag your pics to be added to the stories on IG: thecosplaymeet. Cosplay etiquette is important. Here are some tips: * Ask politely to take picture * No touching without permission this includes hugs, kisses, handshakes or putting your arms around someone during a picture * Please respect a cosplayer if they say "no" to a photo or touching or asks you to wear your mask, or keep social distance * No stalking a cosplayer or following them around the con If you go please send pics here to this page or tag us on Facebook or Instagram. [www.facebook.com/thecosplaymeet](www.facebook.com/thecosplaymeet) [www.instagram.com/thecosplaymeet](www.instagram.com/thecosplaymeet) Nearest Subway stops: Penn Station at W 34th St & 8th Ave. on A,C,E,1,2,3 or Herald Square at 34th & 6th Ave on D,F,Q,R. Check for train changes at [www.mta.info](www.mta.info)
Cosplay Random Play Dance [New York, NY] - Postponed!
Sun, Oct 25, 9:00 PM![Queens Fiber Arts Festival [IN PERSON] Bring Fall Cosplay & Yarn crafters. FREE!](https://secure-content.meetupstatic.com/images/classic-events/523872560/600x338.webp?w=3840)
Queens Fiber Arts Festival [IN PERSON] Bring Fall Cosplay & Yarn crafters. FREE!
Sat, Nov 7, 5:00 PMThe Annual **Queens Fiber Arts Festival** on Nov 7th at the Kings Manor House at Rufus King Park in Jamaica, Queens. This is a great free outdoor event bring all the fiber friends together. Bring all your fall cosplay since to join in the Fall Festival also happening at the Kings Manor House. There will be knit and crochet classes, crafting circle, yarn giveaways, vendors, and a pumpkin patch. Check out the vendors on their site: [Queens Fiber Arts Festival](https://www.queensfiberarts.com/) Festival Organizer's IG: www.instagram.com/stitchesandyarn Feel free to enjoy the festival from 11am-4pm Weather permitting. **Group pic is from 12pm-12 15pm.** Wear something crochet or knit (made or bought) for a group photo or any Fall themed cosplay. Please keep it family friendly. I'll allow up to 10 min grace period for the group photo. What if I don't knit/crochet, can I still go? Yes you can visit the King Manor house. Also, we need people to volunteer to take pics and watch bags. **Directions:** **From LIRR** from Grand Central Station, Penn Station, Brooklyn, or any train station that stops to Jamaica Station. At Jamaica, Take the elevator down to the street level. Turn left on Sutphin Blvd, walk 2 blocks to Jamaica Ave. Turn right on Jamaica Ave and it's 3 blocks walk until you get to the park. Only $5 dollars each way from any NYC LIRR station (Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens) for LIRR "City ticket Off Peak" and with a shorter travel time less than 1 hour. **Nearest subway** is the E, J train at Jamaica Center-Parsons Archer. Exit at Archer Ave, walk until to 153rd St, turn right at the Church then left on Jamaica Ave. to enter the park. If you exit at Parsons Blvd, walk on Parsons Blvd and turn left on Jamaica Ave. It's 3 blocks walk until you get to the park. Check [mta.info](mta.info) for planned service changes on the trains
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