It's not for Halloween — it's Comic Con, where Black and Caribbean cosplayers find community

New York Comic Con: A Haven for Black and Caribbean Cosplayers

Black and Caribbean cosplayers are redefining what community looks like at New York Comic Con, one of the most highly attended conventions in the U.S.

For 19 years, New York Comic Con (NYCC) has been the East Coast's most celebrated gala of geekdom, with over 200,000 attendees in 2024 and 250,000 in 2025.

The event's highlight is seeing thousands of people bring their favorite characters to life through cosplay.

the most exciting thing about the event is seeing the thousands of people who bring their favorite book, comic, movie, television show or video game character to life through cosplay

Author: NYCC brings community to cosplayers.

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