Costume Contest

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COSTUME CONTEST
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Calling all artisans, heroes, and creatures of the mist!

Do you have a garment that tells a story? A suit of armor forged in the fires of your own creativity? The Faerie & Fantasy Faire Costume Contest is your chance to showcase your incredible artistry on the main stage of Thornwood Isle.

Whether you are a seasoned master of the needle or a clever curator of found treasures, we want to celebrate the magic you bring to life!

Contest Details

The Main Event: Saturday, March 28th at 3:30 PM.
The Pre-Judging: Saturday morning starting at 10:30 AM.

Note: All contestants must participate in pre-judging to be eligible for prizes. You will receive an email one week before the Faire with your specific time slot and secret judging location.

Information for Little Sprites (Under 12)

Younglings do not need to pre-register! Our Kids’ Costume Parade will take place at the start of the main contest at 3:30 PM. Just gather at the stage 10 minutes prior. Every participant in the kids' parade will receive a special gift from the Fae to take home!

Categories & Prizes

We are looking for excellence across the realm! There will be individual category prizes, plus the highly coveted Best in Show. You are not confined to a single category—bring us your best!

Faerie and Fae: For the winged, the whimsical, and the ethereal.
Period Costumes: Historic attire from across the ages.
Warriors: Knights, Vikings, and defenders of the realm.
Magic and Sorcery: Wizards, witches, and practitioners of the dark arts.
Animals and Creatures: The wild things, from dragons to forest beasts.
Self-Made: A special nod to those who crafted their entire look from scratch.
Everything Else: For the unique creations that defy classification!

Note: Categories may be adjusted based on the wonders that register!

The Judge’s Eye

Our panel will be evaluating entries based on four pillars of excellence:

Overall Impact: How does the costume impress or command attention?
Attention to Detail: The "little things" that make the character real up close.
Craftsmanship: The quality of the build, stitching, or fabrication.
Creativity: Originality and the "spark" behind the design.

📜 Ready to Enter?

Fill out the scroll below to secure your place in the contest. Spaces are limited, so do not delay!

First Name: (For our internal records)

Stage Name (if different from above):

How would you like to be called to the stage?

Costume Title:

The name of your character or outfit. (e.g., The Daring Rogue Elf)

Age Division:

Youth (12-18)

Adult (19+)

Note: Little sprites under 12 do not need to register! Just join us at the stage for the Kids' Costume Parade.

How was your ensemble created?

Mostly Curated: (Items sourced, styled, or purchased from various creators)

Mostly Self-Made: (Hand-crafted, sewn, or built by you)

Hybrid: (An equal mix of curated pieces and self-made elements)

The Story of Your Suit:

Tell us about your costume! What inspired it? What materials or techniques went into bringing it to life?

Reference Photo:

Please upload a photo of your costume. It does not need to be 100% complete; we just need a visual reference for our judges.

So we can contact you with your pre-judging time slot.

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