Congratulations to all the winners of the WonderCon 2026 Masquerade
Trophy Winners
Best In Show
Alice and the Queens Unfortunate Tea Party – Cindyrue Cosplay, Pepper Jack, Lovey D Cosplay (Jacqualyn Shook)
Best Re-Creation
Petty Officer Master Chief John 117 – JoestarCosplay and Spartan Halo 5
Best Original Design
The Cheshire Minstrel – Happento Cosplay (Tawni Franzen)
Best Workmanship
Captain Hook Vs Pan and Tink – Jennifer and Ed Mulvey
Most Humorous
Wicander Halovar – BronDoesCosplay
Most Beautiful
Cinderella – Kstrubez Cosplay (Katherine Strube)
Best Young Fan
Brawler 6 from Arcane – Jessie May C
Honorable Mentions
Best Original Design
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Five Nights at Freddy’s Glamrock Asteria – Esmeralda Tobias
Best Workmanship
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HM Best Leatherwork
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Gustave from Expedition 33 – Haley Benson
Best First Cosplay
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Gatsu in Bersker Armor – Ryland Frederick
Best Group
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Ever After – Prue Dense, whitleys Whimsies
SPONSORED AWARDS & PRIZES
Bernette Sewing
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Frank And Son Collectible Show
Frank And Son Collectible Show, located in the City of Industry, California, is “your one-stop show for all your collectible needs.” They will be taking a break from their large bi-weekly mini-cons to offer a generous $500 cash award to the entry that their representatives deem the audience favorite.
Rainbow Glam – Kimberly Shimokawa and Lynn-Leigh Sato
The Costumer’s Guild West
Costumer’s Guild West (CGW), a non-profit organization dedicated to the art of costuming in Southern California, will award a comprehensive prize to an individual demonstrating exceptional promise in the field. The selected recipient will receive a one-year membership to CGW, a full scholarship to their prestigious Costume College® weekend conference, and a complimentary one-night hotel stay at the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles. The conference is scheduled for July 30–August 3 (with the option for the winner to attend in either 2026 or 2027). This award will be granted to the submission deemed to exhibit the highest potential. Costume College is committed to advancing the art of costuming through a diverse array of educational lectures and workshops encompassing all facets of the discipline.
Hellfire Gala Scarlet Witch – Ana Crimmel
The San Diego Comic-Con Alan Campbell Award
Comic-Con International will present a special award given in memory of long-time Committee and Board member Alan Campbell, who passed away and is sorely missed. Alan was a great fan of the Masquerade, often generously donating his own prize. The Alan Campbell Award will be $500 cash, presented to the entry deemed Best Re-Creation of a Comics or Related Media Character or Characters, as selected by one of the guest judges.Comic-Con International will present a special award in memory of long-time Committee and Board member Alan Campbell, who has sadly passed away and is deeply missed. Alan was a passionate fan of the Masquerade and often generously donated prizes. The Alan Campbell Award will consist of a $500 cash prize, presented to the entry deemed the Best Re-Creation of a Character or Characters from Comics or Related Media, as selected by one of the guest judges.
DC’s Knight Fight Redhood – Rob Banks (Robert Martinez)
Oksana Shore Award for Costuming Excellence
The winner will receive a Bernette Sewing Machine, Amore Shears, Tandy Leather and more
Hellfire Gala Scarlet Witch – Ana Crimmel
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