Cosplay

Ready to step off the screen and into the stage? Whether you’ve been sewing for months or just put together your very first ‘closet cosplay,’ our Showcase is the place to be! This isn’t just a contest; it’s a celebration of the characters we love and the local talent in our own backyard. Just us for the fun, supportive walk-on event where every stitch, pro, and wig-flip gets its moment in the spotlight. All skill levels are welcome- come cheer on your fellow fans and help us kick off our first year with a bang.

At Nori Kon, the comfort and safety of our local community is our top priority. In light of current safety concerns regarding public spaces, we have decided to ban all firearm-related props from the convention this year. No exceptions will be made. We encourage our cosplayers to get creative with other iconic character accessories!

Costume Policy/Rules

• All cosplays must comply with PG-13 attire and props policy.

• All badges must be visible at all times. 

• Do not hide them or cover them with your costume.

• Symbols and costumes depicting or associated with discrimination, harassment, or hate groups are not permitted. 

• No profanities displayed. Keep it PG-13 - this is a family friendly convention. 

• Adhere to the Weapons Policy. 

• No sharp objects on the costume or costume props, items such as a sword must be sheathed and bonded.

• No realistic state or federal law enforcement or military uniforms.

• No projectiles of any kind (e.g. crossbows)

• Keep weapon props properly enclosed in your room and during transportation. Local law enforcement will not know they are props and for the safety of yourself and others, you should refrain from putting yourself in situations that require explanations about your prop.

• Use of messy, sticky, marking substances is not allowed. Body pain and makeup must be sealed properly.

• Shoes or some form of foot covering are required on convention grounds

• Be careful moving around with large props. Watch the turning radius of your props (especially long items). If need be, staff members may request that oversized costumes or props are removed from the convention location

• Outside of the convention space - No full face makeup/masks outside the convention space. This is for public safety purposes

• Smoke or fog machines are not permitted at any time

• Nori Kon staff reserve the right to make final determinations in whether a cosplay or prop violates the above policies.

• Staff members cannot preapprove any costumes or props prior to the convention

• Anyone who abuses this policy will be subject to removal from the convention without refund from the convention and/or hotel

  
  

Props Policy

• Real weapons are banned in the convention areas, regardless if they are functional or not. Minneapolis Police Department will treat anyone carrying realistic looking weapons as a legitimate threat and will take appropriate action.

• All prohibited items are not allowed. No exceptions to this list, regardless as to whether the item is functional or not. List of prohibited items are listed below.

• All props must be inspected and peace bound each day of the convention, inspection will be done by operation.

• Unapproved items will be cataloged and stored. Upon exit of the convention, the owner may reclaim it during operation hours. Any item found to violate city, state, or federal law may not be returned at the discretion of the Minneapolis Police Department.

• Nori Kon cannot approve a prop prior to the convention

• People who do not comply with this policy or are deemed repeat offenders will be subject for removal

  
  

Prohibited Items

• Alcohol and illegal substances.

• Wheeled items (excluding mobility assistance devices), including but not limited to:

  • Rollerblades

  • Skates

  • Skateboards

  • Wheelies

  • Scooters

  • Bicycles

  • Segways/Hoverboards

  • Revealing and/or offensive attire.

  • Signs of any kind. The only exception will be for cosplays where it can be proven that the character has a sign. Please see our Cosplay Policy/Rules for more details.

  • Weapons, including:

    • Knives, firearms, and other weapons as described in the Minnesota Statute Section 609.66 Dangerous Weapons 

    • Real guns (working, disabled, or otherwise).

    • Projectile weapons (pellet guns, airsoft rifles, pistols, disc guns, paintball markers, water pistols, or other liquid "weapons," etc).

    • Metal blades (knives, swords, sharp items, etc).

    • Practice swords including bokkens and kendo bamboo practice swords.

    • Chains, spikes, whips, leashes.

    • Any other potentially harmful weapon, prop, or item as determined by Nori Kon Operations team

  • Smoke or fog machines or similar devices.

  • Laser pointers or similar devices. These items may not be used in public.

  • Drones and other aerial devices.