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The Ultimate Guide to Cosplay at Otafest

Otafest loves cosplayers! We have a ton of different events and contests to help you show off your costumes, connect with other cosplayers, and maybe take home a prize or two! Here's our Cosplay Director, Amanda, with a rundown of all our contest…

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A Critter's Guide to Otafest for fans of Mary Elizabeth McGlynn

Bidet, adventurers! This Otafest we’re excited to welcome the infamous Tiefling Warlock, Zahra Hydris herself! But this is no Trial of the Take - here’s all the information you need for your campaign to meet Mary Elizabeth McGlynn,…

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Cowboy Bebop 20th Anniversary Celebration

3... 2... 1... Let’s jam! No need to wait for Netflix - come enjoy the original Cowboy Bebop alongside the stars at Otafest in Calgary! It's been 20 years since Cowboy Bebop roped our hearts, so we're celebrating with Steve Blum…

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Esteemed Judges for Canadian Qualifiers of Clara Cow's Cosplay Cup!

Otafest is honored to host the Canadian Qualifiers for the international Clara Cow's Cosplay Cup contest at Animecon in Rotterdam for the second year in a row! Our best cosplay duos are already hard at work on their costumes and performances,…

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Bento & Blossoms - SOLD OUT

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Otafest Cosplay Contests Galore!

By: Amanda L. Hello Cosplayers!! Happy 2019! The countdown to Otafest is on and I can’t wait to see what amazing cosplay outfits you all have been working on during the winter months! Here’s a refresher on what we have planned for…

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Cosplay 101: The Art of EVA Foam

By: Kendra K. Hello everyone, I am here to talk about a now-common material that many cosplayers use: EVA Foam! EVA foam is a light-weight, durable, and cheap foam material, which can serve as a great alternative to other materials, such…

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The Ultimate Guide to Cosplay at Otafest

A Critter's Guide to Otafest for fans of Mary Elizabeth McGlynn

Cowboy Bebop 20th Anniversary Celebration

Otafest Wifi

Esteemed Judges for Canadian Qualifiers of Clara Cow's Cosplay Cup!

Bento & Blossoms - SOLD OUT

Otafest Cosplay Contests Galore!

Cosplay 101: The Art of EVA Foam

Otafest x Microsoft Jump Force Release Party

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