cosplay conventions in New York 2026

The New York convention scene

New York City anchors the state's convention scene with New York Comic Con, the largest comic convention in North America. The outer boroughs and upstate cities host smaller quarterly events throughout the year. Venue density in NYC means multiple cons sometimes share the same weekend.

Cosplay conventions by city in New York

• New York4 conventions
• Brooklyn1 convention

Planning a convention trip in New York

• Estimate your total costs with the convention budget calculator before booking hotel and travel.
• Pack the essentials using the convention packing checklist, tailored to your costume and build.
• Track vendor sales if you are tabling or selling at any New York conventions this year.
• Read the convention trip budget guide for a breakdown of typical costs by event size and city.

Cosplay conventions in other states

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