DTL CON-Quest

DTL CON- Quest is returning to Downtown Lawrenceville, and this year we’re going bigger than ever before! The event will be held in the heart of Downtown Square, with the City of Lawrenceville hosting a convention at the Lawrenceville Arts Center. Expect panels, workshops, artisan vendors, and so much more. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help run the information booth, check-in, comic giveaways, load-in, and other event needs. Please note: Volunteers must be registered to participate! When filling out your application, be sure to use your personal email address. This ensures that the city can send you all the important details and updates about the event. While we encourage you to wear your Volunteer T-shirts, we also invite you to get creative with your outfits and fully embrace the fun spirit of DTL CON-Quest!

Takes place on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. Cosplay is more than just wearing a costume, but fully embodying a character through both costuming and performance. Our competition celebrates cosplayers who bring characters to life with handmade costumes, welcoming creators of all skill levels to showcase their work on the grand stage. Cosplayers will be judged in the morning and then showcase their craftsmanship later in the day. Stay tuned to @the_dtl on Instagram for updates. By attending, participants consent to having their likeness photographed or recorded for future use. Prizes brought to you by Famore, MomoCon, and the City of Lawrenceville. Rules & Guidelines-- This is a craftsmanship contest—costumes must be at least 70% handmade or altered to compete, unless entering the Novice category, in which case 60% must be handmade or altered. Pre-judging: Choose a timeslot for pre-judging between 10:00 am - 11:30 am on May 2nd, 2026, at the Lawrenceville Arts Center (125 N Clayton St, Lawrenceville, GA 30046). Each participant will have about 5 minutes with the judges. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early. Specific arrival instructions will be provided closer to the date. Contestants must check in at the Lawrenceville Arts Center to walk the Grand Stage and hear contest results. Failure to attend will result in forfeiture of any potential prizes. Cosplay Guests are not eligible to participate. Categories-- Novice: No major or category awards in any craftsmanship competition; 1-2 minor awards (e.g., judges' choice, audience choice). Category winner will receive- (1) 4-day Badge to MomoCon, a MomoCon Swag Bag, (1) AWA 2026 pass, $50 Famore' gift card, a Surebonder Cosplay Creators Kit, and other goodies provided by the city of Lawrenceville. Journeyman: 1-3 major or category awards in Novice or Journeyman. The category winner will receive- (1) 4-day Badge to MomoCon, a MomoCon Swag Bag, an AWA 2026 Badge, $75 Famore' gift card, a Surebonder Cosplay Creators Kit + Glue Roll, and other goodies provided by the city of Lawrenceville. Masters: 1-5 major awards in Novice or Journeyman, or 1 award in the Master’s category. The category winner will receive the grand prize “Go to MomoCon” package, which includes 2 (4) day Badges to MomoCon and a Thursday to Sunday Reservation at the Omni Atlanta, an AWA 2026 Badge, $100 Famore' giftcard, a Surebonder Cosplay Creators Kit + Silicone Mat, and other goodies provided by the city of Lawrenceville. Judges' Choices will receive- $25 Famore' Gift Card, AWA merch, Surebonder Cosplay Glue, sponsor coupons, and other goodies provided by the city of Lawrenceville. We can’t wait to see the incredible creativity and craftsmanship on display!