The Baltimore Comic-Con and the Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore have once again joined forces to present something new: the Cosplay Photography Contest! This event will showcase the talents of those who make the magic behind the camera by bringing cosplay to life! The Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore returns as the 2024 Cosplay events sponsor, bringing back the internationally-recognized pop cultural brand and destination as the partner for one of the convention’s premier events. The Baltimore Comic-Con will be held the weekend of September 20-22, 2024 at the Baltimore Convention Center. Tickets for admission to the event are available now!

The Cosplay Photography Contest is an opportunity for Photographers to submit their best photographs of Cosplayers. The Cosplay Photography Contest is being held on Sunday, September 21st at 2pm in the ballroom on the 4th floor. All participants must be registered for the contest to be eligible to compete. The Cosplay Photography Contest registration is available online.

There will be no day of, in-person registration.

PRIZES

Overall Best Cosplay Photo (Best in Show) 
Think Tank Perception 15 Backpack Camera Bag ($199 value) from our gift sponsor, Service Photo (3838 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21211)
Comics and Graphic Novel Swag Bag
Hard Rock Cafe Gift Card
Free admission to the 2025 Baltimore Comic-Con!

1st place – Think Tank Perception 15 Backpack Camera Bag ($199 value) from a gift sponsor, Service Photo (3838 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21211)
Free admission to the 2025 Baltimore Comic-Con!

Runner Up – Comics and Graphic Novel Swag Bag
Hard Rock Cafe Gift Card