16/02/2026
🎉 CAPIZ, ARE YOU READY?! 🎉
In celebration of Chinese New Year, we bring you the
🐉🔥 ASIAN COSPLAY CONTEST 2026 🔥🐉
📅 February 19, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍front of Capiz Provincial Capitol
Organized by Capiz Mangaka Union Cosplay Stars & RoxTrap Cosplay Group
In partnership with the Province of Capiz
From anime legends to Asian pop culture icons — this is your moment to shine! ✨
Tag your cosplay friends and prepare your costumes! 🎭
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CHINESE NEW YEAR COSPLAY CONTEST
Roxas City Provincial Capitol Grounds
February 19 | 6:00 PM
Front Capiz Provincial Capitol
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CONTEST OVERVIEW
In celebration of the Chinese New Year, this cosplay contest highlights characters inspired by Chinese mythology, legends, folklore, history, and Chinese fantasy, including representations from games, anime, movies, series, and comics rooted in Chinese culture.
ELIGIBILITY
- Open to ALL
- Minimum age: 12 years old
- Participants below 18 years old must have parental/guardian consent
- Solo main contestant
- Backup characters allowed: Maximum of 2
ALLOWED CHARACTER SOURCES
Characters must be Chinese-inspired, including mythology, legends, historical figures, and Chinese fantasy.
CHARACTER REFERENCE SUGGESTIONS
Participants may choose from (but are not limited to):
Myth & Legend
Sun Wukong (Monkey King)
Nezha
Chang’e
Nuwa
Zhong Kui
Bai Suzhen (White Snake)
Ao Bing
Guan Yu
Hua Mulan
Anime / Games / Modern Media
Wei Wuxian / Lan Wangji (Mo Dao Zu Shi)
Xie Lian (Heaven Official’s Blessing)
Xiao, Zhongli, Ganyu, Shenhe (Genshin Impact – Liyue)
Jing Yuan, Dan Heng, Fu Xuan (Honkai: Star Rail – Xianzhou)
Characters from The King’s Avatar, Three Kingdoms
⚠️ Final character approval is subject to organizer discretion.
REGISTRATION & SUBMISSION
Intent to Participate & Character Approval Deadline: February 17
Music / LED Animation Submission Deadline: February 18
CONTEST MECHANICS
Group Catwalk:
- Pure ramp walk only
- No introduction
Individual Performance:
- 1-minute character introduction read by emcee
- Performance proper: 2–3 minutes
- Set-up, entrance, and exit: maximum of 1 minute
- Backup characters allowed (max of 2)
JUDGING CRITERIA
Resemblance – 25%
Accuracy in appearance, hairstyle, makeup, costume, and props based on Chinese-inspired references
Craftsmanship – 25%
Quality of materials, creativity, workmanship, and attention to detail
Characterization – 20%
Authentic portrayal of the character through posture, expressions, movements, and mannerisms
Character Roleplay – 20%
Consistency in staying in character throughout the event, including interaction with attendees, fellow participants, and organizers
Audience Engagement – 10%
Ability to entertain and engage the audience, approachability while in character, and participation in photos or interactions
PRIZES
Champion – PHP 5,000
1st Runner-Up – PHP 3,000
2nd Runner-Up – PHP 2,000
PROGRAM FLOW
1. Opening Remarks
2. Reading of Rules
3. Introduction of Judges
4. Group Catwalk
5. Acknowledgment of Partners
6. Individual Performances
7. Tokens & Certificates
8. Awarding of Winners
