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Utah Retro GameXpo

2025 Cosplay Contest Photos

    Superstar Cosplay Guest

    Ivy Doomkitty

     

    Ivy Doomkitty is an Internationally recognized Latina Cosplayer, Artist, Gamer, and Published Model, based in Los Angeles. Ivy has been an avid fan of comics and gaming since childhood, and has been cosplaying professionally for 13 years, fascinated with the creativity of it as well as being able to show her love of her favourite characters through this medium. 

    Ivy was also a cast member of IGN's Hero Makeover and featured as a Judge on the Syfy Original Series, "Heroes of Cosplay", was a two time published cover model for "Cosplay Culture" magazine, and has modeled for various companies, including Pinup Girl Clothing, Lauren St. Laurent, and Hellbunny Clothing. She has also judged some of the most prestigious competitions for costumers and creators around the world. Ivy is the advocate in the cosplay world for body acceptance and "cospositivity", championing the movement. 

    She uses this passion to create her own costumes, create a positive impact in the cosplay community through her diverse panels, and is actively supporting various charity organizations, such as Kitt Crusaders, Odyssey House Women's Shelter, Breast Cancer Now, and AFSP. She strives to show others in the community that you can do something you love, regardless of gender, skin color, body shape/size, age, etc. You can catch her streaming her favourite video games, baking up a storm, or interacting with her fanbase on Twitch! 
    Follow Ivy and her adventures at:
    www.instagram.com/ivydoomkitty
    www.Twitch.tv/ivydoomkitty
    http://www.facebook.com/ivydoomkittyivy

    Cosplay Judges

    Miraculous Jaimie

    Crownguard Cosplay

    Crownguard Cosplay

    A storyteller in multiple mediums, Jaimie is a cosplayer and author that has spent over a decade navigating the world of conventions, between attending and working for them. With three published books and countless costumes, they are ready to inspire and entertain with panels on writing, worldbuilding, and cosplay.


    www.instagram.com/miraculous.jaimie

    Crownguard Cosplay

    Crownguard Cosplay

    Crownguard Cosplay

     Crownguard Cosplay is a cosplayer and cohost of the Fandames Podcast who has been in the cosplay, modeling and podcasting worlds for over a decade. Within the convention scene, she is best known for her panels and entertainment as an emcee and cosplay judge. She can be found hosting workshops on adapting cosplays for inclusivity, moderat

     Crownguard Cosplay is a cosplayer and cohost of the Fandames Podcast who has been in the cosplay, modeling and podcasting worlds for over a decade. Within the convention scene, she is best known for her panels and entertainment as an emcee and cosplay judge. She can be found hosting workshops on adapting cosplays for inclusivity, moderating for voice actors at official panels, running game shows and industry sponsored cosplay meetups.  


    www.instagram.com/crownguardcosplay

    Cosplay Contest

    Cosplay Contest Rules

    Keep it family-friendly: Costumes should be PG rated and appropriate for all ages. No nudity, profanity, or overly revealing outfits.

    1. Originality is key: We encourage creativity and originality. While store-bought costumes are allowed, handmade or heavily modified costumes will be given extra consideration.
    2. No real weapons: For safety reasons, no real weapons or props that can be mistaken for real weapons are allowed. Realistic replicas must be peace-bonded (secured in a non-threatening manner).
    3. Respect others: Be respectful to other contestants, judges, and event staff. Any form of harassment or bullying will result in disqualification and/or ejection from the venue.
    4. Be prepared: Contestants must be able to move freely and safely in their costumes. If your costume has limited mobility or vision, please have a handler with you to help you on and off the stage.
    5. Follow the time limit: Each contestant will have a maximum of 2 minutes on stage to showcase their costume. Make sure to plan your presentation accordingly.
    6. Have fun: Above all, remember that this is a fun event meant to celebrate the creativity and passion of the cosplay community. Enjoy the experience and make some new friends!
    7. There will be 4 Categories you can compete in
      1. Kids - 12 and under
      2. Group
      3. Masters
        1. First Place
        2. Second Place
        3. Third Place
      4. Exhibition Category
        1. Stage Walk, No Judging, No Awards
        2. Can be a store bought costume
    8. There will be prizes and trophies given for each category.
    9. We will do on-site registration but it will be best to pre-register.
    10. Pre-Registration on the submission form below. 

    Cosplay Contest

    08/08/2025

    Cosplay Contest - Sign-Ups

    2pm

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    7pm

    Main Lobby

    Event Details

    08/08/2025

    Cosplay Contest - Sign-Ups

    Sign up in the main lobby

    2pm

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    7pm

    Main Lobby

    08/09/2025

    Cosplay Contest - Sign-Ups

    11:00am

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    1:00pm

    Main Lobby

    Event Details

    08/09/2025

    Cosplay Contest - Sign-Ups

    Sing up in the main lobby

    11:00am

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    1:00pm

    Main Lobby

    08/09/2025

    Cosplay Contest - Pre-Judging

    1:00pm

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    3:00pm

    Main Lobby

    Event Details

    08/09/2025

    Cosplay Contest - Pre-Judging

    Pre-Judging in the main lobby

    1:00pm

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    3:00pm

    Main Lobby

    08/09/2025

    Cosplay Contest Final Judging

    5:00pm

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    6:00pm

    Meridian Ballroom Main Stage

    Event Details

    08/09/2025

    Cosplay Contest Final Judging

    Results on the Main Stage

    5:00pm

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    6:00pm

    Meridian Ballroom Main Stage

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