Edinburg UFO Festival Cosplay Competition Rules

-Participants must be present at the UFO Festival for check in November 22, 2025 from 5PM to 7:45PM.
No check ins will be allowed after 7:45PM.

-Costumes must be related to the theme of UFOs, extraterrestrial beings, or space exploration.

-All costumes should be family-friendly and adhere to the event's guidelines. Preference will be given to homemade costumes.

-Participants must pre-register for the competition online
-On-site registration in person at the Edinburg ACE from 1pm-5pm only on November22,2025.

-Creativity: Originality and creativity of the costume design.

-Extra points will be awarded for homemade costumes

-Craftsmanship: Quality of costume construction and attention to detail.

-Presentation: Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their costumes on stage.

-Extra points will be awarded if participants actively and convincingly act out their character during the presentation.

Adults:
• 1st Place – $200
• 2nd Place – $150
• 3rd Place – $100

Children:
• 1st Place – $150
• 2nd Place – $100
• 3rd Place – $75

Pets:
• 1st Place – $100
• 2nd Place – $75
• 3rd Place – $50

-Judges may also recognize honorable mentions for outstanding costumes.

Participants consent to the use of their images for promotional purposes by the UFO Festival.

-Participants found in violation of the rules or engaging in inappropriate behavior may be disqualified.

-Offensive Costumes: Costumes that contain offensive or inappropriate content, including but not limited to, discriminatory symbols, hate speech, or explicit imagery.

-No realistic weapons will be allowed. Props are permitted following inspection by onsite staff.

-Disruption: Intentional disruption of the event proceedings, including but not limited to, excessive noise, interference with other participants, or failure to follow event staff instructions.

-Violation of Safety Rules: Participants must adhere to safety guidelines provided by event organizers. Any actions that compromise the safety of oneself or others will not be tolerated.